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  • From Start to Finish

    When homeowners choose Wood Wise to remodel their home, they become part of our circle of friends. From the first meeting to the design phase through project construction, we work hard to give excellence in every area. Check out comments from a current client whose beautiful project is almost completed:

    “We are very pleased with the way the house design and work are turning out. It really looks great! We are anxious for completion, but we know how important it is to complete the final work with care. We also appreciate your taking in stride the requests and changes we have made along the way. I have meant to tell you how much our neighbors appreciated the letter you sent before the work started preparing them for potential disruption. That made a very positive impression on many people and they have commented that back to us.”

  • Sink Options

    When choosing a sink for your new bathroom, here are some of the styles to consider:

    Undermount sinks are installed from underneath a solid surface countertop such as granite or marble. They give a clean uninterrupted look to the vanity. Cleaning the countertop and sink is made easy with no edges to trap dirt.

  • Pedestal sinks are freestanding sinks that are supported by a small column that sits beneath the sink. These types of sinks are not set in a vanity. A pedestal sink is an excellent way to offer more space in small bathrooms, that don’t require storage space.

    Vessel sinks sit atop the vanity counter so that the bottom of the sink is in line with the countertop.  They can make a great style statement and set the tone for the whole bathroom.

    In addition to the different styles of sinks to consider, there are also different materials to choose from, such as porcelain, glass, china, and more, along with choosing faucets to complement the sink. Our designer, Kathy Walker, walks beside our homeowners and guides them to good choices while staying within their budget. She makes these complicated decisions seem easy with her experience and great design ability. Here are some sinks from recent Wood Wise projects:

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  • Store It

    More storage is always on the wish list for any homeowner seeking to improve their home. Good cabinetry provides storage that is attractive and efficient with space. Wood Wise carries two lines of cabinets, KraftMaid and Waypoint. Both lines offer multiple cabinet door styles, beautiful finishes, and great features such as soft-closed drawers and doors. Here are three storage options Wood Wise homeowners chose to enhance their homes. From more storage in the kitchen, mudroom, or a media center in the family room, Wood Wise can provide the answer that works best for you.

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  • Making A Splash

    Choosing a great backsplash can make the difference in a kitchen or bathroom. Wood Wise works with Byrd Tile as our supplier of all kinds of beautiful tile, from the ever-popular subway tile to glass, porcelain, stone, and more. Raul of Geovany Tile is the craftsman who installs our tile with precision and artistry. Kathy, our designer, guides homeowners in their choices of backsplash tile to beautifully coordinate with countertops and cabinets. She also comes up with unique ways to make great design statements with interesting patterns of laying the tile. The results always exceed the homeowners’ expectations for a beautifully remodeled home.

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  • Details Make the Difference

    As part of a larger renovation, these Raleigh homeowners wanted to improve their staircase. The original stair parts were of poor quality and workmanship. Wood Wise designed and built the new stair case which includes high quality parts and excellent craftsmanship. The improved look is now in keeping with the rest of their great looking Wood Wise renovation.

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  • Recent Kitchen Remodel Experience Was a Delight

    Check out this recently finished Raleigh kitchen. These homeowners called Wood Wise when they decided to remodel. After working with the Wood Wise team, they found both the remodeling process and results to be great. They now have a beautiful kitchen that makes meal preparation a delight and entertaining easy. This is what the homeowners have to say about their experience with Wood Wise:

    “The project was completed on-budget and on-time. The subcontractors were courteous and performed very good quality. The job site was kept very clean each day. The Wood Wise employees were very professional and a pleasure to work with. The project manager kept the work progressing on a steady pace and addressed all minor issues as they arose. Their interior designer assisted immensely with helping us finalize the design choices and ensuring all delivered products met our expectations.”

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  • Downtown Raleigh Home Show

    Looking for a great way to spend this up-coming chilly weekend, Feb. 13, 14, 15? Head downtown and stop by our booth at the Raleigh Convention Center to see the latest ideas, materials, services, and more for remodeling your home. The celebrity guest will be Vivian Howard of “A Chef’s Life” on PBS who will be speaking on Friday and Saturday. Our own Hank Wall will be a featured speaker on Saturday and Sunday. We have a limited number of free admission passes. Call our office at 919 783 9330 to reserve them.

  • Can spring be far behind?

    How about a taste of spring on this chilly February day? These Raleigh homeowners have a beautiful wooded site they want to enjoy more. Wood Wise designed and built this porch featuring great lines, ipe detailed powder-coated pipe railing, plenty of light, and a cool ceiling fan. It’s like being in a tree house enjoying the beautiful view. Mission accomplished.

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  • Dream Kitchen

    After working with Wood Wise to remodel their master bath several years ago, these Raleigh homeowners recently came back to us to remodel their kitchen. They worked closely with designer Kathy Walker to come up with the great layout which includes two large islands. Project manager Ben Toney choreographed the remodeling with his expert skill and discriminating eye for first-class workmanship. The result is a gorgeous kitchen, ready for great times with family and friends.

     

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  • Remodeling with Excellence

    Making the remodeling experience pleasant for the homeowner is tops on the Wood Wise list of priorities. From the first meeting to the design process, and throughout the construction of the project, we strive to provide excellence in everything we do. Our clients tell us often how much this means to them. Here is an excerpt from a homeowner’s email we received yesterday on a current remodeling project:

     

     “All the guys are very professional, respectful of our privacy, and polite. So nice!”

     

    That’s the way remodeling should be. Give us a call and let us show you just how good remodeling your home     can be.

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    Wood Wise works hard to keep the project  clean and orderly from the first tear-out to  the finish.

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