Going green

Most popular home remodeling projects heading into new year

Well, guys, we’ve almost made it to a new year!

If you are like me, you can’t wait to be done with 2020. Hopefully, some good has come from 2020. Maybe extra time with the family, and possibly a few ideas on ways to improve your home in the new year.

With that in mind, here is a list of the most popular home improvements during the pandemic.

The list includes both major (kitchen and bathroom renovations) and minor things (painting), so chances are you undertook at least one of those projects.

One project on the list was flooring. An ever-popular undertaking, this article outlines four big trends in flooring that you’ll want to keep in mind in 2021.

Natural colors, select grade, rift-cut floors, and long-length boards offer a little of something for everyone.

One not mentioned on the list, but popular none the less during COVID, was adding a gym.

Whether it meant converting an existing space or an entire addition, many remodelers worked around what equipment homeowners had to give them the gym they needed.

Adding some flair to function is also the theme of this Washington Post article about mudrooms and laundry rooms.

The article recommends tall cubbies with sturdy hooks for every family member, and reminds you not to forget your pets when it comes to storage.

Being more thoughtful in the kitchen is another trend that will continue in the new year.

More people are choosing to purchase environmentally conscious materials and energy- and water-saving appliances when remodeling their kitchens.

Thanks for reading, and Happy New Year!

Remodeling looking to bounce back from pandemic

Hello, from my kitchen table!

If you are like me, you have probably converted a part of your home into a temporary workspace. And now that “temporary” has become “possibly indefinite,” chances are you have given thought to what a permanent home workspace could look like.

Welcome to the remodeling thought process in 2020!

Since everyone is spending more time at home, all those little projects you’ve noticed over the years seem to grow in size and stature. It is that line of thought that is supposed to help the remodeling industry get back on track as soon as September, according to a Banker & Tradesman article.

Additionally, some projects that weren’t as popular before the pandemic are getting new life in this post-COVID world, according to this Morgan County Herald article.

For example, fencing in a yard or an addition to include office or gym space are a couple of projects in demand.

There are a couple of mainstays, of course. Bathroom and kitchen remodels are remaining a constant even during the pandemic.

If you are looking for inspiration on the former, check out this slide show from House Beautiful.

No matter what route you decide to go during these unusual times, it’s always a good reminder to shop around for quotes and not marry yourself to the lowest bid, as this homeowner found out from our friends at Markup & Profit.

Have a great week!

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