Category Archives: Living Rooms

Nancy Drew is a Verb

Craig and I thoroughly enjoy remodeling homes for resale. The properties we choose are loaded with potential especially if they have been neglected. It is tempting to pull out all the stops and transform each home into a dream house. … Continue reading

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Peek at the Stairs

We prefer to take pictures before any of the contractors get their hands on a new rehab project.  In the case of our new brick home project, however, I had two sick kids strewn on the couch and needing extra … Continue reading

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Resilient Wood Floors

In response to the previous post, Krystal comments: In the last picture I’m seeing gorgeous hardwood floors. Is that the original floor re-sanded? Looking at the before pictures, you’d never believe that a little sanding and varnish could transform such … Continue reading

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Subtle Changes

Sometimes a room needs only simple changes during the rehab process.  Well, after it’s cleaned. Order another dumpster and clean some more … This living room had an amazing lead glass window as its focal point and original wood trim.   … Continue reading

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