Orange County's Luxury Granite & Tile Installer

The California State Contractor's board issues very few C54 – Ceramic and Mosaic Tile Contractor Licenses. Why? Because anyone can go to the local Home Depot, ask 20 questions and throw down some tiles. In fact in Orange County you can ask around and find a few guys that will even do an entire bathroom for a nice meal. But the state of California, strictly mandates to whom they will designate as professional cermaic and mosaic tile contractors, complete with a license, insurance and years of experience.

From the state of California's website: A ceramic and mosaic tile contractor prepares surfaces as necessary and installs glazed wall, ceramic, mosaic, quarry, paver, faience, glass mosaic and stone tiles; thin tile that resembles full brick, natural or simulated stone slabs for bathtubs, showers and horizontal surfaces inside of buildings, or any tile units set in the traditional or innovative tile methods, excluding hollow or structural partition tile.

Orange County Cabinet Refacing Project

I recently completed several projects where the clients were comfortable with their pre-existing cabinets and wanted to have their cabinets refaced rather than new cabinets. This can be a cost effective method of remodeling depending on your goals and cabinet quality selection. In other words adding a new engine to an older BMW may be a wiser investment than adding a new engine to an older model Chevy, no disrespect to Chevy. The same holds true in kitchen and or bathroom remodeling. In the meantime, please enjoy the images.

Before:
Notice the cabinets are in ok shape, but they do not represent the client's personality. These were refaced. The tile countertops are a bit dated and the cooktop was old. However the kitchen was highly funcitonal just not very "Orange County".



After:
We added refaced cabinets and granite countertops. the island update adds character and depth. Older homes use cooktops that are less funcitonal and dated. Notice the luxury stove and vent.

Tips for Hardwood Floor Decorating in Orange County

I recently have seen many homes that are using hardwood floors in Orange County as wood often communicates simplicity, boldness, luxury and power without saying a word. However there are some tips that I believe will help remodelers make the most of their expensive flooring investment.

1. Balance of Design: The correct balance of colors, textures and shapes can make all the difference when designing your dream room. Be sure to include both lights and darks, large and small pieces of furniture and fixtures. This helps to promote harmony.

2. Display the best qualities: If you decide to use a bold or vivid color as a foundation, be sure to utilize equally bold textures, patten rs and furniture arrangements to match the tone of your color palette. Many Orange County residents live near the ocean and like the use of traditional white. White works well when it is complimented by bold wood flooring selections.

3. Avoid trying to please everyone: It may seem like a safe bet to place neutral colors all around your home. Sometimes, trying to be a crowd pleaser is just a bad as trying to be a color radical. Have you ever been inside of an all pink home? Or a new Pulte home, painted with Pulte Mist? I need a Tylenol!

4. Hit the local second hand shops: Thrift stores can be an excellent place to find great deals on antique furniture. Antiques often compliment wood flooring with a natural look and feel.

5. Be true to who you are: No matter what, design is a personal matter. Do not allow anyone to influence you into selecting a design that compromises your true self. Remember, you will have to live with your color selections for the long haul.

I hope this helps you in your quest to make your wood flooring look great.