Category: Uncategorized

There are many options when designing a new shower for your bathroom renovation. In our recent newsletter Kathy Walker, our designer, explained some of the latest options:

 Frameless: This refers to any shower enclosure that doesn’t have metal adhered to the edge of the glass. Frameless showers are virtually metal-free except for the  handle, hinges, and possibly clips on the glass panels. Glass-to-glass is used at the intersection of the glass panels to eliminate the metal corners. Heavier glass is used in frameless, usually 1/2”thick.

 Semi-frameless: The one defining factor of the semi-frameless is that the glass door does not have a metal frame. Metal is used on the header and the fixed glass frames have slim metal channels at the intersections.

 Walk-in: This refers to showers that have no shower door at all. A 5 foot tile wall with no glass is typical. Shower glass above 42” half-walls to a height of 80” to 90” is also typical. By eliminating the door, cleaning and maintenance are reduced.

 Glass selections: Glass comes in an array of patterns and textures including frosted. The most popular choice is clear glass which visually opens up the bathroom and highlights the shower wall tile design.

These homeowners wanted to enjoy their beautiful shaded yard more. They turned to Wood Wise for the design and construction. A master bedroom addition included a deck and steps leading down to the patio. A grilling and dining deck was added with easy access to the kitchen. Maintaining a light, neutral color scheme was deliberate to let nature and potted plants be the focus. The stone terrace and water feature complete the serene setting.

 

 

Wednesday, September 25th 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Wood Wise Design & Remodeling
3121 Glen Royal Road
Raleigh NC 27617

If you are considering a remodeling project, we have a free class to help you get started. This class covers the essentials of a successful remodeling project. Our 45-minute presentation includes what not to do, when to hire an architect, contracts, cabinets, countertops and costs. Hank Wall, president, shares tips for homeowners for both design and construction. Kathy Walker, designer, will have valuable insights plus answer your questions.

Delicious food and beverages follow, including Pineapple Strawberry & Mint Sangria. One lucky visitor will win dinner for two at Brio.

To sign up please call us at 919 783 9330 or click on “Free Remodeling Class” above and register. We hope to see you there!

What a great weekend we had at the Downtown Homeshow! Thanks to all who stopped by to say hello. The beautiful weather helped motivate many to start thinking and pursuing a new outdoor project or kitchen and bathroom remodel. The Wood Wise booth was filled with beautiful photos of our projects to help inspire. All of the projects are beautiful but there are some that seemed to draw extra attention. Here are a few of the crowd pleasers:

   

Spending time outdoors is a wonderful way to celebrate Labor Day weekend. Now imagine it on a beautiful outdoor living space designed and built by Wood Wise. Call and let us help you achieve your dreams of a good-looking porch or patio to enhance your family time and entertaining.

FREE CLASS: Top Ten Things to Know Before You Renovate
Wednesday, September 25th 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Wood Wise Design & Remodeling
3121 Glen Royal Road
Raleigh NC 27617

Remodeling is complicated. This class covers the essentials of a successful remodeling project. Our 45-minute presentation includes what not to do, when to hire an architect, contracts, cabinets, countertops and costs. Hank Wall, president, shares tips for homeowners for both design and construction. Kathy Walker, designer, will have valuable insights plus answer your questions.

Delicious food and beverages follow, including Pineapple Strawberry & Mint Sangria. One lucky visitor will win dinner for two at Brio.

To sign up please call us at 919 783 9330 or complete the form below.

[si-contact-form form=’1′]

These homeowners live in a traditional two-story home and do a lot of entertaining.  To meet their lifestyle needs, Wood Wise designed and crafted a new open floor plan on the first floor – opening the formal dining room and den to the kitchen, creating cooking and entertainment space.

More room and a face-lift was at the top of the wish-list for these homeowners. After looking at several Wood Wise design options they decided on this two-story addition which features a family room and new guest room upstairs and new kitchen, mudroom and laundry on the first floor. For outdoor meals and relaxing, a beautiful courtyard patio was added.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These homeowners entertain often, hosting numerous neighbors and friends. Improving the awkward layout of the kitchen was a major driver for the project. After working through several designs, the problem was solved. By relocating several interior walls Wood Wise was able to join the kitchen and family room. With the new plan and new finishes the kitchen is truly the heart of their home with its big, beautiful island. Now the house is perfect for entertaining.