Remodeling Tips and Inspiration
38 Questions For Evaluating a Remodeling Contractor
If you are not experienced in remodeling its hard to know what to look for in a remodeling contractor. We don't know what we don’t know. Ask these questions of every contractor you meet with (even us!) and you'll be on your way to finding the right contractor for your...
How To Survive (and even enjoy) The Emotional Rollercoaster of Remodeling
How to Survive (and Even Enjoy) the Emotional Roller Coaster of Remodeling If you haven’t done a significant remodel in your home before, you may be surprised by the emotional ups and downs you will experience. Your home is your haven, a private, sacred place that...
4 Myths About Quality Cabinets and What to Look for Instead
If you are thinking about remodeling your Tallahassee kitchen, you know what a big decision choosing your kitchen cabinets is. After all, cabinets represent the most significant single feature of your kitchen and can account for the largest chunk of your budget....
RTA Cabinets – Is the Low Price Too Good To Be True?
McManus Kitchen and Bath provides a single place where you can work with interior design and construction professionals who can help you create a happy, healthy home. We start each project with a Design and Budget Consult. It will help you clarify your design...
Are Online Cabinet Brands Worth Considering ?
Fabuwood is an RTA Cabinet Brand that many contractors and countertop showrooms have access to. They are made oversees but assembled in New Jersey. The color and style choices are limited but in keeping with current trends. Quality is better than most import cabinets...
Why Paint Colors Are So Difficult to Choose When Remodeling
Why Is Choosing Paint Colors So Hard? We choose everything in design. By making all our selections in advace we can order everthing early, have a precise scope of work for our trade partners and it generall makes projects run smoother and on time. The exception though...
Inset Cabinets or Frameless Cabinets ?
Inset or Frameless Cabinets: Which is Best for Your Kitchen Remodel? One of the best ways to get an instant update to your Tallahassee kitchen–in terms of aesthetics and functionality–is by replacing your cabinets. Kitchen cabinets are the most prominent single...
10 Ways to Make A Small Bathroom Feel Larger
10 Ways to Make Your Small Bathroom Feel Larger A bathroom is more than just a room that handles washing and hygiene. It can be a relaxing retreat, giving you a spa-like experience and some quiet moments to be refreshed. But if your bathroom is small and cramped, it...
8 Questions To Ask When Evaluating A Remodeling Estimate
Evaluating a remodeling estimate is not easy, especially if you do not have remodeling experience. You don’t know what you don’t know. This guide outlines the basic things to look for in a quality estiamte. If you find this helpful you might also like 38 Questions to...
How To Organize and Adjust Kitchen Drawers
How to Organize and Adjust Kitchen Drawers Are your kitchen drawers driving you crazy? Are you spending more time searching through a cluttered drawer or trying to shut an overcrowded one than enjoying your Tallahassee kitchen? Because kitchens are the heart of the...
Why Remodeling Projects Go Bad
Why Remodeling Project Go Bad When you start a remodeling project, you’re excited and full of anticipation for the great changes coming your way. But every year, hundreds of Tallahassee homeowners find themselves in the middle of a remodeling project gone wrong. If...
Are You Using Your Bathroom Exhaust Fan Correctly?
Your Complete Bathroom Ventilation Guide Many people assume the purpose of bathroom ventialation is to get rid of smells. While they can be used for that their main purpose is to remove moist air. Your bathroom is a high-humidity zone, a room that uses water...
Should You Remodel Your Home Before Moving In?
Should You Remodel Your Home Before Moving In? You finally signed on the last dotted line and your realtor handed you a new set of keys. You own a home! If it needs work to make it into your dream home, you can be tempted to jump right into a remodeling project before...
2022 Design Trends Wrap Up
2022 was a unique year in the design world. We saw influences from the pandemic linger, while aesthetic revivals and new fads emerged throughout the year. While some trends are sure to stay, others may soon disappear, burning out as quickly as they had sparked...
5 Popular Kitchen Layouts and How To Optimize Them
5 Popular Kitchen Layouts Kitchen remodeling is often about compromise. Because you're working in an existing space and not a creating one from scratch you have to figure out how to optimize what you have. A lot can be done to reinvent a space but different kitchen...
How To Leave Us A Review
Over the years we've gotten feedback from clients that certain reviews really helped them. Here are a few tips for leaving a useful review based on feedbcak from former clients. We've also included a list of link to review sites to make it easier for you to leave one....
Designing A Two Story Home: Things to Consider
6 Tips for Designing a Two-Story Home You’ve been thinking about it for a long time, and you know you’re ready. It’s time to build your forever home, one you can live in comfortably now and into your retirement years. With many people in Tallahassee deciding to age...
Home Buying Tips From A Remodeler
Starter Home vs. Forever Home You’ve decided to buy a home–congratulations! Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, looking to transition from renting to owning, or you’ve owned a home before and want to make a change, there are so many decisions to make along the...
4 Signs Your Kitchen Needs A Remodel
If you’re considering a kitchen remodel for your Tallahassee home, you’re in good company. According to Houzz, many people are renovating their kitchens now because they spend more time at home, value the space, want to invest in their homes, and feel they have the...
A Beginner’s Guide To Modern Kitchen Design
A Beginner's Guide To Modern Kitchen DesignIn recent years, homebuyers have been rediscovering the charm of the modern kitchen. With this space becoming more function than form, homeowners are able to create a modern look with simple details and subtle touches. If...
Why Paint Colors Are So Difficult to Choose When Remodeling
Why Is Choosing Paint Colors So Hard? We choose everything in design. By making all our selections in advace we can order everthing early, have a precise scope of work for our trade partners and it generall makes projects run smoother and on time. The exception though...
Inset Cabinets or Frameless Cabinets ?
Inset or Frameless Cabinets: Which is Best for Your Kitchen Remodel? One of the best ways to get an instant update to your Tallahassee kitchen–in terms of aesthetics and functionality–is by replacing your cabinets. Kitchen cabinets are the most prominent single...
How To Organize and Adjust Kitchen Drawers
How to Organize and Adjust Kitchen Drawers Are your kitchen drawers driving you crazy? Are you spending more time searching through a cluttered drawer or trying to shut an overcrowded one than enjoying your Tallahassee kitchen? Because kitchens are the heart of the...
Why Remodeling Projects Go Bad
Why Remodeling Project Go Bad When you start a remodeling project, you’re excited and full of anticipation for the great changes coming your way. But every year, hundreds of Tallahassee homeowners find themselves in the middle of a remodeling project gone wrong. If...
Should You Remodel Your Home Before Moving In?
Should You Remodel Your Home Before Moving In? You finally signed on the last dotted line and your realtor handed you a new set of keys. You own a home! If it needs work to make it into your dream home, you can be tempted to jump right into a remodeling project before...
5 Popular Kitchen Layouts and How To Optimize Them
5 Popular Kitchen Layouts Kitchen remodeling is often about compromise. Because you're working in an existing space and not a creating one from scratch you have to figure out how to optimize what you have. A lot can be done to reinvent a space but different kitchen...
Designing A Two Story Home: Things to Consider
6 Tips for Designing a Two-Story Home You’ve been thinking about it for a long time, and you know you’re ready. It’s time to build your forever home, one you can live in comfortably now and into your retirement years. With many people in Tallahassee deciding to age...
Home Buying Tips From A Remodeler
Starter Home vs. Forever Home You’ve decided to buy a home–congratulations! Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, looking to transition from renting to owning, or you’ve owned a home before and want to make a change, there are so many decisions to make along the...
4 Signs Your Kitchen Needs A Remodel
If you’re considering a kitchen remodel for your Tallahassee home, you’re in good company. According to Houzz, many people are renovating their kitchens now because they spend more time at home, value the space, want to invest in their homes, and feel they have the...
4 Myths About Quality Cabinets and What to Look for Instead
If you are thinking about remodeling your Tallahassee kitchen, you know what a big decision choosing your kitchen cabinets is. After all, cabinets represent the most significant single feature of your kitchen and can account for the largest chunk of your budget....
A Beginner’s Guide To Modern Kitchen Design
A Beginner's Guide To Modern Kitchen DesignIn recent years, homebuyers have been rediscovering the charm of the modern kitchen. With this space becoming more function than form, homeowners are able to create a modern look with simple details and subtle touches. If...
How to Pair Natural and Artificial Lighting in Your Kitchen or Bath
How to Pair Natural and Artificial Lighting in Your Kitchen or Bath We all know that adding natural light to a space makes it appear spacious and open. Paired with the right artificial lighting, natural light can make the space feel much larger than it really is....
Is An Open Floor Plan Right For You?
Is An Open Floor Plan Right For You?In recent years, the open floor plan has become a staple of all kinds of homes. Creating a shared space between the kitchen, living room, and other adjoining rooms can add to the feng shui of a room. Being able to effortlessly...
How to Choose A Range Hood For Your Kitchen
How to Choose A Range Hood For Your KitchenCooking will inherently cause fumes in your kitchen. Whether you are trying to avoid breathing in smoke or are trying to keep stains off of your walls, a range hood is an essential part of keeping your cooking space clean and...
Should Your Kitchen Cabinets Go Up to the Ceiling?
Should Your Kitchen Cabinets Go Up to the Ceiling?Planning for a new kitchen or major remodel? If so, you might be trying to decide if you should get ceiling-height cabinets or go the traditional route, with a gap above each cabinet. Lately, ceiling-height cabinets...
Do Gas Stoves Cause Indoor Air Pollution?
Do Gas Stoves Cause Indoor Air Pollution?The kitchen is one of the most important focal points of your home. And it’s often the first place homeowners choose to remodel. If you’re one of those homeowners, you might be considering whether or not you should get a brand...
Cabinet Storage Solutions For Your Next Remodel
Cabinet Storage Solutions For Your Next RemodelToday, there are many cabinet storage solutions to choose from. There is a cabinet storage solution for everyone and for every problem. From pre-made to custom, there is a solution for you out there. But why does this...
What Renovations Will Increase Your Home Value The Most?
What Renovations Will Increase Your Home Value The Most?Renovating different parts of your home can go a long way in increasing the value of your home. Whether you’re looking to sell your home now or later down the line, you can make various changes that can get you a...
Essentials for your Outdoor Kitchen
Essentials For Your Outdoor KitchenThinking of adding an outdoor kitchen to your home? Maybe you want to level up your dining experience? Or perhaps, you’re looking to entertain your friends and family and limit the amount of time you go back and forth? Whatever the...
Should You Remodel or Move?
Should You Remodel or Move?Change is inevitable. This old adage is as true for your home as for anything else. You may find your current home not as satisfying or fulfilling as it once was. Maybe you need a separate room for your second baby or want a bigger bedroom...
10 Ways to Make A Small Bathroom Feel Larger
10 Ways to Make Your Small Bathroom Feel Larger A bathroom is more than just a room that handles washing and hygiene. It can be a relaxing retreat, giving you a spa-like experience and some quiet moments to be refreshed. But if your bathroom is small and cramped, it...
Are You Using Your Bathroom Exhaust Fan Correctly?
Your Complete Bathroom Ventilation Guide Many people assume the purpose of bathroom ventialation is to get rid of smells. While they can be used for that their main purpose is to remove moist air. Your bathroom is a high-humidity zone, a room that uses water...
4 Myths About Quality Cabinets and What to Look for Instead
If you are thinking about remodeling your Tallahassee kitchen, you know what a big decision choosing your kitchen cabinets is. After all, cabinets represent the most significant single feature of your kitchen and can account for the largest chunk of your budget....
5 Features Every Shower Needs
5 Essential Shower FeaturesKitchen and Bath Inspiration photos all over the internet are often missing important elements that make the space useable. Designers who don't regularly design kitchens and bathrooms have a habit of sacrificing the fuctional element for...
How to Pair Natural and Artificial Lighting in Your Kitchen or Bath
How to Pair Natural and Artificial Lighting in Your Kitchen or Bath We all know that adding natural light to a space makes it appear spacious and open. Paired with the right artificial lighting, natural light can make the space feel much larger than it really is....
The Bathtub Debate: Jetted vs. Soaking
The Bathtub Debate: Jetted vs. SoakingThere's nothing better than a long, hot bath for relaxing and recuperating. The most popular therapeutic bathtubs are soaking tubs and jetted tubs. In case you're planning a home remodel, deciding between a soaking tub and jetted...
11 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Updating Your Shower
11 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Updating Your ShowerIs your shower outdated? Looking for ways to refresh your bathroom. There are many upgrades you can make to achieve a more functional and visually pleasing shower. Here’s a list of different things to think about...
Cabinet Storage Solutions For Your Next Remodel
Cabinet Storage Solutions For Your Next RemodelToday, there are many cabinet storage solutions to choose from. There is a cabinet storage solution for everyone and for every problem. From pre-made to custom, there is a solution for you out there. But why does this...
Everything You Need To Know About Bidets
Everything You Need To Know About BidetsWith the toilet paper crisis of 2020, increased concerns about the environment, and other factors, many consumers are choosing to invest in bidets for their homes. But what is a bidet? Who uses these bathroom fixtures? And are...
What Renovations Will Increase Your Home Value The Most?
What Renovations Will Increase Your Home Value The Most?Renovating different parts of your home can go a long way in increasing the value of your home. Whether you’re looking to sell your home now or later down the line, you can make various changes that can get you a...
How to Keep Your Pets Safe During a Remodel
How to Keep Your Pets Safe During a RemodelWhen remodeling your home, it can be easy to forget about the little details that make all the difference. For example, keeping your pets safe may not be something you’ve given much thought about because you’ve been so busy...
Factors That Affect Cost in a Kitchen Remodel
Factors That Affect Cost in a Kitchen RemodelFrom individual material costs, to install costs, to your choice of contractor, a lot of factors can tip your budget in the wrong direction if you aren't careful. We start each project with a Design and Budget Consult that...
Flooring Trends That Will Last
3 Flooring Trends For 2023Replacing your floor tile is time consuming and disruptive. Everything in the room or house needs to be removed and the demo can be dusty and noisy. So when you're ready to replace your flooring you want to make smart choices so it lasts for...
9 Tips for Making Your Bathroom More Accessible
9 Things to Consider When Planning An Accessible BathroomWhen remodeling your bathroom, it’s important to consider functionality changes as well as aesthetic ones. The bathroom should be a place of comfort and relaxation, but that’s not always the case. Bathroom...
11 Mistakes to Avoid When Remodeling Your Bathroom
11 Mistakes to Avoid When Remodeling Your BathroomKnowing the most common bathroom remodeling mistakes beforehand can help you keep your project running smoothly.You start every morning in your bathroom, but is it a space you enjoy being in? Remodeling can transform...
8 Tips to Keep a Cleaner Bathroom
8 Tips to Keep a Cleaner BathroomBy following these eight simple tips, you'll be able to keep your bathroom clean without ever having to spend a whole day cleaning it.Nobody likes a dirty bathroom, and there's nothing worse than realizing that your bathroom is a mess...
Choosing the Right Mirror for Your Bathroom
Choosing the Right Vanity Mirror for Your BathroomA bathroom mirror is about much more than function — it is a vital aesthetic piece. In fact, the right vanity mirror can make or break a bathroom design. However, there is some good news if you are not happy with the...
7 Signs Your Home Was Renovated Poorly
7 Signs Your Home Renovation Was Done CheaplyIt’s easy to fall in love with a property when you’re shopping for real estate, but don’t let Cupid’s arrow keep you from noticing the house was cheaply renovated. If you’re on the hunt for a new home, it’s important to be...
Walk-In Showers: Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know About Walk-In ShowersA walk-in shower is a shower space that doesn’t come with barriers like a door or a shower curtain. Usually, these showers come with walls that contain water or steam. As the showers are open in nature, they are...
Should I Convert My Tub to a Shower?
Should I Convert My Bathtub into a Shower?When it comes time for a bathroom update, you may consider converting your bathtub into a shower. A tub to shower conversion is a popular remodeling project and an easy way to update an outdated bathroom. You can convert a...
2022 Design Trends Wrap Up
2022 was a unique year in the design world. We saw influences from the pandemic linger, while aesthetic revivals and new fads emerged throughout the year. While some trends are sure to stay, others may soon disappear, burning out as quickly as they had sparked...
5 Popular Kitchen Layouts and How To Optimize Them
5 Popular Kitchen Layouts Kitchen remodeling is often about compromise. Because you're working in an existing space and not a creating one from scratch you have to figure out how to optimize what you have. A lot can be done to reinvent a space but different kitchen...
A Beginner’s Guide To Modern Kitchen Design
A Beginner's Guide To Modern Kitchen DesignIn recent years, homebuyers have been rediscovering the charm of the modern kitchen. With this space becoming more function than form, homeowners are able to create a modern look with simple details and subtle touches. If...
5 Features Every Shower Needs
5 Essential Shower FeaturesKitchen and Bath Inspiration photos all over the internet are often missing important elements that make the space useable. Designers who don't regularly design kitchens and bathrooms have a habit of sacrificing the fuctional element for...
Barn Doors: What You Need to Know
How to Use a Barn Door in Your DecorInitially, barn doors may appear to be more appropriate for rustic abodes like modern farmhouses. As a result, barn doors may seem unusual in other places. Despite their apparent simplicity, these interior doors have more to offer...
How to Pair Natural and Artificial Lighting in Your Kitchen or Bath
How to Pair Natural and Artificial Lighting in Your Kitchen or Bath We all know that adding natural light to a space makes it appear spacious and open. Paired with the right artificial lighting, natural light can make the space feel much larger than it really is....
Is An Open Floor Plan Right For You?
Is An Open Floor Plan Right For You?In recent years, the open floor plan has become a staple of all kinds of homes. Creating a shared space between the kitchen, living room, and other adjoining rooms can add to the feng shui of a room. Being able to effortlessly...
How to Choose A Range Hood For Your Kitchen
How to Choose A Range Hood For Your KitchenCooking will inherently cause fumes in your kitchen. Whether you are trying to avoid breathing in smoke or are trying to keep stains off of your walls, a range hood is an essential part of keeping your cooking space clean and...
The Bathtub Debate: Jetted vs. Soaking
The Bathtub Debate: Jetted vs. SoakingThere's nothing better than a long, hot bath for relaxing and recuperating. The most popular therapeutic bathtubs are soaking tubs and jetted tubs. In case you're planning a home remodel, deciding between a soaking tub and jetted...
What You Need To Know About Under Cabinet Lighting
What You Need To Know About Under Cabinet LightingEver looked in an interior design magazine or website that shows a beautifully illuminated kitchen? Perhaps there was something about the lighting that created a beautiful ambiance. Chances are, you were looking at...
Should You Replace Furniture During Your Remodel?
Should You Replace Furniture During Your Remodel?If you plan on remodeling your home, then you might be wondering whether you should keep your old furniture or get rid of it. Well, it depends. A lot of homeowners get completely new furniture when remodeling their...
11 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Updating Your Shower
11 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Updating Your ShowerIs your shower outdated? Looking for ways to refresh your bathroom. There are many upgrades you can make to achieve a more functional and visually pleasing shower. Here’s a list of different things to think about...
What Is Aging in Place, And Why Is It Right For You?
What Is Aging in Place, And Why Is It Right For You?Are you a senior thinking about aging in place? With the rising cost of long-term care, it makes sense to have the desire to age in your own home. Is aging in place right for you? What changes can you make to your...
Cabinet Storage Solutions For Your Next Remodel
Cabinet Storage Solutions For Your Next RemodelToday, there are many cabinet storage solutions to choose from. There is a cabinet storage solution for everyone and for every problem. From pre-made to custom, there is a solution for you out there. But why does this...
Everything You Need To Know About Bidets
Everything You Need To Know About BidetsWith the toilet paper crisis of 2020, increased concerns about the environment, and other factors, many consumers are choosing to invest in bidets for their homes. But what is a bidet? Who uses these bathroom fixtures? And are...
Essentials for your Outdoor Kitchen
Essentials For Your Outdoor KitchenThinking of adding an outdoor kitchen to your home? Maybe you want to level up your dining experience? Or perhaps, you’re looking to entertain your friends and family and limit the amount of time you go back and forth? Whatever the...
Flooring Trends That Will Last
3 Flooring Trends For 2023Replacing your floor tile is time consuming and disruptive. Everything in the room or house needs to be removed and the demo can be dusty and noisy. So when you're ready to replace your flooring you want to make smart choices so it lasts for...
Choosing the Right Mirror for Your Bathroom
Choosing the Right Vanity Mirror for Your BathroomA bathroom mirror is about much more than function — it is a vital aesthetic piece. In fact, the right vanity mirror can make or break a bathroom design. However, there is some good news if you are not happy with the...
Kitchen Cabinets: Inset vs. Frameless
How to Choose Kitchen Cabinets: Inset vs. Frameless Is your kitchen in need of a refresh? A simple and effective way to completely transform the look and feel of your kitchen is by updating your cabinets. Depending on the type of kitchen cabinet you choose, you can...
Mixing Metals in Interior Design
How to Mix Metals in Interior DesignMetals are an incredibly popular accent in interior design because they add such an amazing pop of glitter, sheen, and shine. With so many different metals to choose from, it can be hard to limit yourself to just one. The good news...