In the Remodeling business people always are concerned about "how much is it going to cost", and rightly so. Remodeling cost can be high depending on what your project is.

Families want their Remodeling projects done and want their home to Sparkle. Never fear help is here! There is an answer to the question  "is there a way for me to save  gobs of money on my home improvement dream and not skimp on quality?

Why Contractors off season is best time to do a project                 

The demand for work is typically is early spring to mid-November. It gets very busy at the beginning of spring because people are itching to get things done. Thus the Demand is heavy and supply can be low for qualified contractors. The law of Supply and demand goes in effect, and prices go up.

Planning ahead will save big bucks! So, If you are on a budget and want to get things done the best time to remodel is not necessarily a "when: but a "what will save me the most money". 

If you plan ahead you will reap the rewards of some extra cash in your pocket and an amazing remodeling project. First of all start looking for your contractor in the spring/summer when everyone else does. 

1. Contact that company and see if they offer or are willing to do you work on the "off Season". If not go to the next person you feel confident in. Do this until you find someone you trust to work with you on price
2. Best time to get best price would be suggesting that project start between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Caution: If you feel that you can put up with the stress of home remodeling during the holiday season, it may be well worth it to your pocketbook. At the same time if you have a little ones running around you might want to negotiate for just after the holidays say first or second week in January. You should still be able to enjoy some great saving.
3. MORE SAVINGS: If you plan on this early enough you can also start gathering your material if you are supping them. For most stores change of season brings clearance items. The home improvement industry is no different. Big box stores have to make room for the new products and you can find some fantastic items at some great prices. Save your receipt in case what you buy is broke or doesn’t work. Make sure it is returnable and make sure there is no time limit to return or it is in the time frame the work will be completed.  
4. Our company Affordable Luxury Painting and Remodeling encourages "winter work" We would be happy to work with you within your budget in most cases. Please visit our website at aluxurypainting.com
5. or call us at 630-664-4333 email: renexpros@gmail.com

Help for tired worn out cabinets!

Spring is here and thinking about getting a new kitchen, but just now quite ready to make the investment. Never fear help is on the way. With a little bit of elbow grease and some tenacity you can make those old cabby's look new in a jiffy!

Sure its going to take some time but if you stay with it you will be spending what you saved on a fun vay-cay!

So here we go with our step by step guide

1. Clean cabinets with tsp. found in all home improvement stores. Make sure cabinets are decreased.
2. Lightly sand
3. Prime, let dry at least 30 hours use a FOAM ROLLER to prime with. THIS WILL GIVE YOU THE SMOOTHEST FINISH.
4. After 30 hours Sand with lower grit sand paper than you used in step 2
5. after sanding take a few "tac clothes" (sold at Manards/home improvement stores) and wipe down getting all dust off of cabinets.
6. Put second layer of Primer
7. Let cure for at least 24 hours.
8. Sand again use tact cloth again.
9. Start painting first coat again use a foam roller for smooth finish
10. Let first coat cure for 24 hours or longer
11. Sand with fine grit paper and wipe down with tact cloth
12. Paint second coat. use foam roller and let cure for at least 24 hours.
This should be enough unless you want to do a 3 coat, follow same procedures.

We like using Duration paint for cabinets in eggshell finish
you can also use Rustolium or other name brand cabinet paint. A little shine is best can even use a semi gloss. Rustolium has nice products for cabinets.

If you feel up to it take doors down and set up a "painting area". You can do all priming, sanding and 1st coat of paint. You can even change the hinges if you want to to modernize!

Look up ideas and suggestions on "painted cabinets" There are no rules, so have fun creating something personalized and interesting or if you just want a quick refresh this project will be a breeze.
Good luck
Laura Mesich