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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…

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.   

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…

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.   

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…

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.

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.  

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.  

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…

Good lighting is one of the most important elements we consider when designing a project for a homeowner. Along with including plenty of recessed lighting, we provide room for decorative lights that can add good style. Here are some examples of beautiful decorative lights in some recent Wood Wise projects. Each light is a reflection of the homeowner’s personality and sense of style. What does your present lighting say about you? What do you want the lighting to say about you in your dream kitchen and bath?