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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 and to our sense of history and return to simpler times. Wood Wise has installed barn doors using reclaimed wood in several remodeling projects . Here are a couple that really transformed their spaces:      

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 to kick off the day.            

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 homes by Wood Wise right now. We loved hearing all the great comments and feedback on the company. And thank you to all the homeowners who are thinking about a project who stopped by our booth. We look forward to you calling or emailing to…

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 be the celebrity speakers. We will also be there with the Wood Wise display full of photos of our latest projects. We look forward to seeing you!    

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 other. The homeowners are now enjoying daily life more – preparing meals and cleaning up is so much easier – and having friends over often.

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 can affect roofs and siding, causing rot and leaks. Clean them yourself if you can do so safely or call Triangle Exterior Solutions (252 885 2575) for help. • Replace furnace filters: Clean filters can help your heating system run more efficiently and make the…

Small houses, even tiny houses, are gaining support. This older home had too many walls and a terrible floor plan so it was small but desperate for a fresh look and a smarter layout. Wood Wise was called in by the homeowners to do the design and remodel. Long sight lines and new doors now allow the home to feel larger than it is. These homeowners are enjoying an award-winning home that has been recognized by the Remodeling Council as the Best Whole House Renovation $100,000-$200,000.                            …

What a great night at the 2017 STAR Awards last night! Similar to the Academy Awards, the STAR awards presents winning local professionals with Gold in various categories. The competition is tough. Wood Wise walked away with three gold winners: Best Porch, Best Room Renovation, and Best Whole House Renovation. We’re excited! Thanks to all our great homeowners for trusting Wood Wise with their home renovations.                        

Like many Raleigh homes this home had a rarely used front office/living room which became part of the enlarged living room. Walls to the oversized foyer were taken down so the entire lower level left side is new and open. Custom cabinetry accommodates the big TV and this room offers ample seating for a family with three boys.                                         

A bad kitchen makes life difficult. The traffic patterns were awkward and kid’s backpacks and shoes were strewn along the long hallway with no convenient storage place. The small island was inadequate for cooking and storage. This project added 8 feet across the rear, both to increase the kitchen’s size and also to bring in natural light with a skylight. Now the kitchen has a generous pantry, large island, nice lighting, smart floor plan and great storage. Shoes and backpacks are out of sight and all together. Improved lighting with dimmers plus a new skylight make cooking, dining and all…