3 things contractors would never have in their homes

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we called on the experts – from remodeling specialists to general contractors – to see which home features you should definitely leave out of your design plans. read on for everything you need to know.

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MEET THE EXPERTS

mike foti: innovate building solutions

giuseppe castrucci:
laurysen kitchens ltd

jeff hosking: hosking hardwood flooring

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"These are the 'evil stepsister' of small bathroom remodels," explains Mike Foti. Instead, replace it with a bypass or sliding glass shower door.

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"This layout is fundamental. If the 3 main appliances are too close together, you're going to feel crowded." says Giuseppe Castrucci.

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"I wouldn't recommend using a 3/4 solid hardwood floor in any damp areas or areas where there is a higher relative humidity than 55%." says Jeff Hosking.

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3 things contractors would never have in their homes

we called on the experts – from remodeling specialists to general contractors – to see which home features you should definitely leave out of your design plans. read on for everything you need to know.

MEET THE EXPERTS

mike foti: innovate building solutions

giuseppe castrucci:
laurysen kitchens ltd

jeff hosking: hosking hardwood flooring

"These are the 'evil stepsister' of small bathroom remodels," explains Mike Foti. Instead, replace it with a bypass or sliding glass shower door.

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an in-swing shower door

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"This layout is fundamental. If the 3 main appliances are too close together, you're going to feel crowded." says Giuseppe Castrucci.

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the sink, stove & refrigerator are too close

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"I wouldn't recommend using a 3/4 solid hardwood floor in any damp areas or areas where there is a higher relative humidity than 55%." says Jeff Hosking.

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3 things contractors would never have in their homes

we called on the experts – from remodeling specialists to general contractors – to see which home features you should definitely leave out of your design plans. read on for everything you need to know.

MEET THE EXPERTSmike foti: innovate building solutionsgiuseppe castrucci:laurysen kitchens ltdjeff hosking: hosking hardwood flooring

"These are the 'evil stepsister' of small bathroom remodels," explains Mike Foti. Instead, replace it with a bypass or sliding glass shower door.

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an in-swing shower door

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"This layout is fundamental. If the 3 main appliances are too close together, you're going to feel crowded." says Giuseppe Castrucci.

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the sink, stove & refrigerator are too close

THE WASHINGTON POST

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"I wouldn't recommend using a 3/4 solid hardwood floor in any damp areas or areas where there is a higher relative humidity than 55%." says Jeff Hosking.

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HARDWOOD FLOORSIN THE BASEMENT

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MEET THE EXPERTS

mike foti: innovate building solutions

giuseppe castrucci:
laurysen kitchens ltd

jeff hosking: hosking hardwood flooring

HARDWOOD FLOORS
IN THE BASEMENT