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7 Legendary Garage Features
  • by Megan Haskins

7 Legendary Garage Features

If you’re building a new home or planning a major garage upgrade, this is your moment to think beyond just parking space. These seven legendary garage features are where it’s at! 1. The Beer Sink A beer sink is exactly...

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Stop Your Deck From Rotting Too Soon
  • by Megan Haskins

Stop Your Deck From Rotting Too Soon

Are you building a new home and planning to add a deck? You might think using strong composite boards means your deck will last a long time and you're partly right! Composite decking is great because it doesn’t rot, fade,...

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What to Know About Board and Batten Siding
  • by Megan Haskins

What to Know About Board and Batten Siding

If you're building a new home and considering board and batten siding, there's one detail you’ll want to think through before the siding crew shows up! You’ll need to know how you want the seams to look, especially on tall...

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Wall Niches In A New Build?
  • by Megan Haskins

Wall Niches In A New Build?

Wall niches can add interest and function to nearly any room in a new build. Done right, they look intentional and custom. Done poorly or without a plan and they’re just hollow rectangles in the wall that collect dust! Where...

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Don’t Get Stuck With Permanent Pullouts
  • by Megan Haskins

Don’t Get Stuck With Permanent Pullouts

If you’re building a new home and planning your kitchen layout, don’t overlook what’s happening inside your cabinets. While tall floor-to-ceiling cabinets offer tons of storage, how you organize that space makes all the difference. And that’s where drawer systems...

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Which Water Lines Should Go Behind Your Walls?
  • by Megan Haskins

Which Water Lines Should Go Behind Your Walls?

Most new builds today go with PEX, but like most things in construction, every option comes with its own pros and cons. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand what’s running behind your drywall. PEX (The Modern Favorite) PEX has...

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