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Guide for Choosing Countertops
On July 15, 2022 in General by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
There are countertop options in all colors, styles and materials. What goes with what? A couple of things are going to influence your ultimate decision – how long are you staying in the house? How much time do you spend in the kitchen and what do you do there? And what can you afford? A Marling HomeWorks designer can help with your decision and quote several options for you.
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Tagged With: bar tops, bathroom countertops, Corian, countertop, granite, kitchen, kitchen countertops, quartz
Trends in Deck Design | Styles, Colors, & Accessories
On June 30, 2022 in Decking by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
The decking professionals at Marling Lumber and HomeWorks can help with your deck designs and there is a huge outdoor display at our Madison location and plenty of samples to see at our Janesville location. Marling Lumber and HomeWorks' decking lines include Azek Decking, Deckorators, Regal Rail, TimberTech, and Trex.
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Tagged With: Azek Decking, deckdesign, decking, Deckorators, decktrends, outdoorliving, Regal Rail, TimberTech, Trex
What is Millwork - Learn the Terms
On June 16, 2022 in General by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
Millwork has its own mysterious vocabulary and a bewildering array of options. Let's break it down. Millwork used to be architectural features, enhancements, build-ups that you put in a room to finish it off. The embellishments were made of wood and milled - see how easy that was - millwork.
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Tagged With: Crown Molding, Decorative Accents, Interior Trim, Millwork
How to Tell if You Need a New Roof
On June 10, 2022 in General, Roofing by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
If you think its time for a new roof – it probably is. Roofs last about 12 to 20 years, but environmental factors play a part in a roof’s longevity. Lots of sun, hail and wind take their toll. If you are the second or third owner of a home, you may not be quite sure how long the roof has been on it and if it was installed properly. Remember, the time to get a new roof is before something drastic happens.
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Tagged With: Certainteed, GAF, Owens Corning, re-roofing, roofing, shingles
What to Know About Vinyl Windows
On April 30, 2018 in DIY, General, Windows by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
Many homeowners building a new home look to vinyl windows for savings and aesthetics – but more and more people renovating are also going with vinyl windows. A recent report shows more vinyl windows are being sold than all other types of windows combined. A sales associate at Marling Lumber and HomeWorks can help you chose the right window for the right area and steer you through the maze of styles and attributes.
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Tagged With: Alliance, Jeld-Wen, Midway, PlyGem, remodeling, Silverline by Andersen, vinyl windows, Weather Shield, windows
Designing for your Pets
On February 9, 2018 in General by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
Designing for your Pets
Our furry friends have become an increasing consideration for both interior, as well as, exterior home design. For several years, the National Kitchen and Bath Association has included “pet friendly” as a design trend homeowner are asking about for new home builds and remodels. Recent statistics show more than 60 percent of homeowners mention their pets and pet friendly additions when they talk to a designer.Designers have used creative cabinet combinations to help make areas more pet friendly and now cabinet companies are acknowledging the trend by creating specific cabinet storage features to keep pet food and treats fresh and store dog related food and drink bowls.
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Tagged With: cabinets, decoration, home design, pet friendly

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