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Want to be Green? Try Blue Recycled Countertops!

Vetrazzo is 100% recycled glass in a resin-free cement binder. Floating blue combines clear bottle glass from curbside recycling programs with "Blue Float" architectural glass.  Vetrazzo has similar physical properties to granite and can be used as a sustainable alternative anywhere natural stone would be used: countertops, vanities, fireplace surrounds, bars, outdoor kitchens, sills, etc.  […]

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Kitchen Design: Let There Be Light

One of the things I learned in design school was just how important lighting is to any design.  So it hurts me to see beautifully designed new kitchens without the proper lighting.  Lighting brings a space to life as well as serves a function.  Do not underestimate this important piece of your remodeling puzzle. The biggest mistake I see […]

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Entertainment Centers and Media Rooms with a View

While a dedicated home theater is a financial stretch for many clients, a media room in which to watch movies, play video games, and listen to music is more likely within reach.  But even a media room design needs a strong project team like Schrapper’s Fine Cabinetry & Design. Multiuse space: A media room is […]

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Light & Music Packages – Bathroom Remodeling

New Product – ThermaSol has introduced two new stand-alone Light and Music Packages for any shower.  The upscale Light and Music Packages bring the feel of a day spa to the everyday showering experience. These two packages, named the Deluxe Lighting System and Premium Lighting System, contain a light system, sound system and controls for […]

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SUMMER TRENDS – THE GROWTH OF OUTDOOR KITCHENS

 Just a couple of years ago an outdoor area was called a “grilling station”. Then the term was quickly updated to “outdoor kitchen” …and now the emerging phrase is “outdoor living and entertainment centers”. While the kitchen is still a focal point, there are many facets to the new living and entertainment center. As the […]

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Kitchen Remodeling, Appliance Advice

  As a Fisher & Paykel Dealer, I highly recommend the DCS DishDrawer Tall. It features a more spacious design  and new sleek modern styling.  DishDrawer is a signature product line for the homeowner with its distinctive ergonomic design that doesn’t take up a lot of space and cost-savings and environmental features that minimize water, […]

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Unique & Functional Kitchen Island Ideas

If you are looking to do a complete kitchen remodeling for yourself, or for maximum resale value, don’t neglect the kitchen island. Once just a place to pull up some stools so the kids could eat before running to the bus, the island and it’s function in the kitchen has changed quite a bit in […]

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Kitchen Remodeling – New Consumer is Changing

Yes, there is definitely a new consumer.  They have a whole new sense of value and new habits formed during the recession. Quantifying value is key at all price levels now including luxury.  The new consumer is still uncertain.  Technically the crisis is over but there remains a great sense of fear. They are in […]

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Thought for the Day

Quality is a journey, not a destination, and industry leaders must adhere to world class quality standards to retain the competitive edge in our marketplace.  Schrapper’s focuses on enhancing customer satisfaction and building long-term relationships.

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