Estate Millwork Knowledge Base
Which Wood Works Best for Stair Treads
Published: December 08, 2020
When looking for new wooden stair treads you want a wood species that is structurally sounds, will hold up to the daily use and will look good in your home. In the end the actual specie will depend on your style, décor and the actual project at hand. Best Wood Species for Stair Treads Estate Millwork offers stair treads in many different premium hardwood species that will work for you and also look good. Stairs can see a lot of traffic so when it comes to choosing new wooden stair treads you want something that is not only going to last but look good and tie into your homes o...
Replacing Drawer Fronts
Published: December 03, 2020
When replacing the drawer fronts, you must first determine whether your drawer boxes are three-sided or four-sided. If the drawer front is the front wall of the drawer box, then you have a three-sided drawer box. If the drawer front is mounted to the front wall of the drawer box, you have a four-sided drawer box. Before we do anything remove the drawer from the opening, then if you want or need to you can remove drawer slides from the drawer box, this step is not necessary if you have a 4 sided drawer box. Three-Sided Drawer Box Using a saw, trim the drawer front so that no ed...
Why Solid Interior Wooden Doors
Published: December 01, 2020
Doors are one of your home's most visible interior design choices and every door we offer has unique properties to consider. Do you prefer a more modern style or a more rustic look? How important is sound insulation and security? Benefits of Solid Wood Interior Doors Solid wood interior doors offer several benefits, like security and insulation. When it comes to insulation properties solid wood doors are far better than their hollow core counterparts, not only does solid wood provide a far better sound barrier but it also controls room temperature far better. When it comes to so...
Improve your Mudroom with Elegant Useful Storage
Published: November 24, 2020
Is your mudroom a mess, do your kids come in after school and just drop their belongings on the floor and walk away, are you looking to make your mudroom more efficient and less cluttered and even add some style? Mudroom storage is perfect in all of these situations and can be key when it comes to keeping your home organized. The best part is you don't even need an actual mudroom for these storage units to work for you. Organize by Decluttering The first step in any organization project is to declutter, this is especially important in your mudroom which is almost always the dumpin...
Update your Cabinet Doors on a Dime
Published: November 19, 2020
Are you faced with the task of remodeling or updating your kitchen? If so we believe refacing your cabinets with new doors is a far better and less costly option than replacing the entire cabinet box and door. Refacing your cabinet doors can provide you a completely different upgraded look to your kitchen at a fraction of the cost and time required to replace the entire cabinet. When Should I Replace the Cabinet Doors There are some factors to consider if you are thinking about refacing your cabinets versus replacing them. I don't like the look of my current cabinet doors or ...