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Remodeling a new kitchen requires lots of decisions, with cabinets being one of the biggest. Wood Wise is a dealer for KraftMaid and Waypoint cabinets, both semi-custom solid wood lines that offer many styles and finishes. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker starts the selections process with our clients in our own beautiful cabinet showroom. There […]

During this season of counting our blessings, we are grateful for all our clients, friends, and trade partners who contribute to our success.  Levi Walker, son of WW designer Kathy Walker and star of the 2017 Wood Wise Thanksgiving card, is helping us wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.  

The backsplash in a kitchen can be a beautiful focal point. Making a statement in the backsplash tile over the cooktop can add pizzazz. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker understands the importance of making this decision and has years of experience to know what works and what doesn’t. She accompanies and advises all our clients […]

When redesigning a master bathroom, we are most often asked to remove the tub. In this North Raleigh home, we were asked to replace the old tub with a new soaking tub along with enlarging the shower. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker presented the homeowners with several options to accomplish their goals. The final plan […]

Barn doors are all the rage now and for a good reason. If made with reclaimed wood, they have an instant feel of nostalgia. They bring the past into the here and now with great style. The hardware to hold the doors adds an industrial look which is also popular. Barn doors appeal both aesthetically […]

Master bathrooms are personal spaces. We prepare for our days and nights in them. How this space looks and functions can influence our attitudes. That’s why Wood Wise takes the time to carefully design and build master bathrooms that will improve our homeowners’ lives. Here’s an example of a tired bathroom becoming the perfect place […]

Thanks to all who came out to the Downtown Home Show this past weekend. We saw old friends and made lots of new ones. It was great to see past clients whose project photos are the ones we display to inspire others. Plus it was wonderful to see current clients who are experiencing remodeling in their […]

Make plans now to come downtown to the 2017 Raleigh Fall Home Show! You will see lots of great ideas for your home including a large Kohler display of the latest in plumbing fixtures for the kitchen and bathroom. The Tiny Home Village will feature the latest trends in small space living. HGTV’s Kitchen Cousins will […]

One of the great joys for us is to see one of our remodeling projects finished and being enjoyed by the homeowners. Yesterday we saw this freshly renovated Cary kitchen that went from crowded to convenient. The new island is fabulous, featuring a farm table on one side for dining and excellent storage on the […]

Does September get you thinking about autumn, the holidays, and cooler temps? Wise homeowners take care of their homes as seasons change. The items you address now can make your life more comfortable later. Here are some ways to get your home ready for winter: • Check gutters & downspouts: Standing water in debris-filled gutters […]