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What to Look For in a Home Improvement Contractor
On August 2, 2024 in General by Zach Baierl Zach Baierl
What to Look For in a Home Improvement Contractor
Starting a home improvement project can either be really exciting or daunting. Maybe your project is fairly small, such as simply adding new trim. Maybe it’s an addition you’ve been wanting to add for some time such as building a new, more functional, better looking deck. Or maybe the only thing that can be done for a house is to tear it down to the studs for a full remodel.
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Benefits of Shopping at a Lumber Yard
On May 24, 2024 in DIY, General by Zach Baierl Zach Baierl
A lumber yard is a dedicated space where various types of lumber and wood-related products are stored and processed. But these yards offer much more than just wood. They also provide wood-plastic composites like Trex, other construction materials, general hardware items, and woodworking services. Customers have the option to either pick up raw materials and products directly from the yard or place custom orders that are prepared for pickup or delivery. While many are connected to lumber mills, they don’t necessarily have to be, as is the case with Marling.
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A Guide to Lumber Types & Applications
On August 18, 2023 in General by Kali Krickbaum Kali Krickbaum
When it comes to construction, carpentry, and woodworking projects, one of the most crucial materials to consider is lumber.
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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
Beware of Improvement in Stages
On July 14, 2022 in Cabinets, Decking, Doors, General, Windows by Kathy Kathy
Home improvement in stages may not be what you want. If you're thinking about breaking your next home improvement into stages, remember: colors and styles change for all home products, have a plan if an item becomes discontinued, be aware of trends in cabinet colors and styles, and remember, as wood ages, it develops a patina, so add those upper cabinets sooner rather than later.
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Tagged With: cabinets, doors, home improvement , windows, decking
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
Cleaning Countertops and Cabinets
On April 13, 2020 in Cabinetry, Cabinets, General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
While we clean our kitchen countertops and bathroom vanity tops every day; and the cabinets occasionally, there are times when we need to be sure they are as clean and germ-free as we can get them. You may want to do this when you are moving into a new home or apartment — you may need to do it because of health concerns. Whatever the reason for the need to clean, here’s some information on cleaning, deep cleaning and not damaging countertops or cabinets. A good rule to follow is ALWAYS test whatever you are using on a small inconspicuous area first.
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New, Useful Cabinet Storage Options
On March 13, 2020 in Cabinetry, Cabinets, DIY, General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
The designers at Marling locations can help you sort out what you may or may not need and also talk about how each might push up your price point. Here are some things to think about when you are considering cabinet storage options.
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Tagged With: Aristokraft, cabinetaccessories, cabinetstorage, Diamond, Diamond Cabinets, Echelon, kitchendesign, kitchenstorage, KraftMaid, KraftMaid Cabinets, Merillat, Merillat Cabinetry
Exterior Color Trends and Designs
On February 25, 2020 in General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
Color trends come and go but it’s likely you will be remaining in your home for a while so if you are making a big change, take a little time to think about it. Remember, you can browse a Marling showroom and look at new colors and some of the “re-invented” tried and true colors for siding, doors, shutters, exterior trim, and shingles.
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Tagged With: curbappeal, exteriorcolors, exteriordesign, exteriorhometrends, homeexterior, siding, trim

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