Drexler Shower Door & Custom Glass Opens Revamped Showroom

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Kali Mallard

After undergoing a renovation, Drexler Shower Door & Custom Glass has debuted an updated showroom at 1452 Northside Drive in Atlanta. The showroom features full-size vignettes displaying the latest shower enclosure designs, a large selection of shower glass and a selection of shower doorknobs, pulls and accessories. ”We are doing some amazing things with glass these days!” says owner David Drexler. “From glass stair treads to colored glass backsplashes, we are seeing glass applications play a more central role in some very exciting residential designs. There are literally hundreds of patterns and colors of glass and mirror to choose from. We wanted our showroom to provide an organized, contextual way of showing designers and homeowners what is actually being done with glass. For example, our cabinet glass display lets you see what a cup or bowl would look like through each pattern. And that’s just the beginning!”

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How to Keep Animal Pests from Damaging Your Home

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Guest

by Bob and RodMan, of The Bob and RodMan Home Show on 920 AM-WGKA

A recent furnace problem encountered by a new homeowner confirmed the urgency of critter security around the home. The furnace simply stopped working. No problem with the thermostat, no problem with the breaker, and no problem with the computer control card.

The problem was with one wire associated with the condensate pan float valve. A squirrel had nibbled through the insulation, nipped the wire and broken the electrical connection. This tripped a protective circuit that shut down the furnace. Easy fix, certainly, but fixing the furnace was only treating a symptom. The real problem was that squirrels have a taste for plastic and that they had easy access to the attic. The seriousness of the situation was revealed when further inspection showed additional sections of the home’s wiring gnawed to expose the bare copper wire. Now things were dangerous.

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2010-2012 Sub-Zero and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest Southeast Region Winners Announced

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Kali Mallard

Four area kitchen designers recently were recognized for the projects they entered in the 2010-2012 Sub-Zero and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest. Atlanta designers Barbara Westbrook, of Westbrook Interiors, and Roger DeWeese, of Peachtree Architects, both were named Southeast region winners and will advance to the national competition. The company also named Cyndy Cantley, of Birmingham, Ala.-based Cantley & Company, Inc., second runner up, and John Coulter, of the Atlanta Poggenpohl showroom, third runner up.

Photo: Sub-Zero and Wolf representatives with all the winners. Pictured are (left to right) Rob Maxam (Sub-Zero and Wolf Southeast), Cyndy Cantley (Cantley & Company, Inc.), Roger DeWeese (Peachtree Architects), Barbara Westbrook (Westbrook Interiors), John Coulter (Poggenpohl) and John Bergquist (Sub-Zero and Wolf Southeast).

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An Interior Designer’s Recommendations for LED Lighting

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Guest

by Kate Hayes, owner of Kate Hayes Design

“There are certain shades of limelight that can ruin a girl’s complexion.” – Holly Golightly

As an interior designer who is obsessed with the right lighting but also strives to be as environmentally friendly as possible, I have been resistant to the cool hues of compact fluorescents during the current global shift away from incandescents. Imagine what particular people thought of the first light bulb compared to soft candlelight. Good news! Having recently researched for a renovation, I’m excited about LED advancements that simulate the warmth of incandescent. You no longer have to choose. For clarity, here’s a breakdown of household lighting options and their attributes in easy terms:

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Editor’s Picks-April 2013

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Kali Mallard

Here are our editor’s product picks for April 2013:

Wolf Gas Range

The iconic Wolf range has gotten a makeover. The new line of gas ranges debuting in March offers an updated design with rounded control knobs and feet that can be raised or lowered and new features such as dual-stacked burners, sealed burner pans and continuous porcelain-coated cast-iron grates. $4,905 for 30-inch model (shown); Sub-Zero and Wolf Showroom Atlanta.

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2013 Spring Atlanta Home Show Breaks Attendance Record

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Kali Mallard

Organizers of the 35th Annual Spring Atlanta Home Show, held March 22-24, 2013, at Cobb Galleria Centre, are calling the event a great success after breaking previous attendance records. “What an exciting three days with nearly 400 Georgia companies actively engaging in business with tens of thousands of homeowners,” says Michael Schoppenhorst, show director. “It was our most highly attended Spring Atlanta Home Show ever at the Cobb Galleria. This much activity reaffirms our belief that homeowners are ready to invest in their homes through a variety of home improvement projects.”

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3 Simple Tips for Garage Door Maintenance

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Kali Mallard

By McKenzie Hillam for Precision Garage Door

So you just bought a new garage door? It makes your home look brand new. Many homeowners don’t pay attention to their automatic garage doors after they initially install them, sometimes for years. Maintenance is crucial for your garage door to function properly. Otherwise, safety mechanisms could malfunction, and the life (and look) of your garage door will be shortened.

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Builders Floor Covering & Tile Opens New Atlanta Design Center

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Kali Mallard

Builders Floor Covering & Tile, a Mohawk specialty company for 15 years that was recently acquired by Construction Resources, Inc., has opened a new design center in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta at 4969 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30342.

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All About Granite Countertops

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Kali Mallard

by Bob and RodMan, of The Bob and RodMan Home Show on 920 AM-WGKA

During a recent home review it was clear that the plain white laminate kitchen countertops, while in excellent condition, were destined for the scrap heap. The new owners were looking for something with more character; something warmer and richer in appearance and more durable as well. Options included stainless steel, cementitious conglomerates, synthetic composites, natural stone-epoxy resin combinations, marble, travertine and granite. Granite seemed to be the preferred choice. Granite is readily available, provides an array of colors and patterns, has a standardized installation process and is accepted by the marketplace. Besides, it’s impervious, impenetrable, indestructible… well, not quite.

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Roswell Master Bath Makeover

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Kali Mallard

Looking to update an outdated 1980s master bathroom, these Roswell homeowners sought a spa-like atmosphere for their new space from Attention to Detail Home Remodeling. First, the floor plan was redesigned to be more user-friendly, including larger his-and-hers closets. Next, outdated fixtures and materials were replaced with new ones. Multi-spray showerheads, a jetted soaking tub by MTI Baths and crystal knobs/pulls were selected to create a sense of tranquility. Herringbone-pattern tile floors are low-maintenance and make the room look bigger, while more natural light, a request of the homeowners, is brought in by a new window over the tub.

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Photo courtesy of Cindi with an Eye Photography

Photo courtesy of Cindi with an Eye Photography

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After

Photo courtesy of Cindi with an Eye Photography

Photo courtesy of Cindi with an Eye Photography

Cabinetry is by Medallion. Countertops are by Stone Solutions. And vanity faucets are by Newport Brass. Leave a comment to let us know what you think of this makeover, and check out more Atlanta area makeovers.

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