Popcorn Anyone? This Media Room is So Inviting!
Entertaining Media Room!
We recently completed a lower level remodel in conjunction with Design Connection, Inc. This media room looks so inviting! What a great place to view a favorite movie or sporting event! (I’ll take extra butter!)
Gorgeous Staircase Transformation
Staircase Transformation BEFORE
We recently completed a remodel, part of which included updating the main staircase of our clients’ home.
Staircase Transformation AFTER, Gorgeous!
This update included new oak treads and risers, new carpet runner, wrought iron spindles and paint. The change in this home is so dramatic that it seems difficult to believe that it is actually the same house we originally walked into.
Historical Hyde Park Project Before
We are really excited to be starting a project in historical Hyde Park. This wonderful duplex was built in 1921, and still posses many of the beautiful, unique qualities found in buildings built during that era. The generous moldings, doors and trim are original. Much of the trim was maintained in its original rich, warm brown tone, but some has been painted. All of the windows, trim and doors will remain in tact.
We will be cleaning and touching up any stained trim, repainting any painted trim. Signs of aging, such as cracks in the plaster, will be erased. We will be updating both kitchens and four bathrooms while maintaining the personality of the era.
The original built-in cabinetry located in the small breakfast rooms off the kitchen will remain in tact.
We hope you will enjoy following along with us as we take this work of art and restore it back to its original grandeur.
We will be keeping you up-to-date on our progress with this wonderful project.
Dramatic Bathroom Makeover!
Bathroom Makeover Before
Bathroom Makeover After, Beautiful!
Wow what a dramatic bathroom makeover from Schloegel’s One Week Bath! The old pink tile and pedestal sink came out in this bedroom bath and was replaced with classic white subway tile and a furniture style cabinet with Carrera marble top. We chose a pomegranate color for the walls that truly makes a dramatic statement. How elegant and easy — just one week!
Debbie Allmon on Restoring Mexican Tile
Our own certified remodeler and vice president here at Schloegel Design Remodel, Debbie Allmon, was recently featured in the Kansas City Star, answering a reader’s questions about Mexican tile. The reader’s asked:
When my house was built, Mexican tile was put in the front hall, in concrete, over a subfloor. It was then painted with what I think is a white acrylic paint. I would like to make a change. Could the paint be stripped to return to its former Mexican tile color? Could I paint over the white paint with a concrete paint? Could this tile be removed and replaced with a ceramic tile floor? I don’t know if I could do any of this work myself but would appreciate knowing whom to contact for further assistance and information.
Debbie gave this reader some great advice about the tough design predicament.
You could attempt to strip the paint from the tile and grout, though I am doubtful you could get the floor back to its original Mexican tile color. Not knowing if a sealer was used before the floor was painted causes concern about the success of stripping the paint. Another factor is that the grout may have absorbed the paint, and you would not be able to strip the grout. You could test a chemical stripping product in an inconspicuous spot on the floor (if there is one) to see if it works. I would not recommend directly painting over the white paint because the new paint may not adhere to the old. And if the existing paint is failing, you can expect the problem to transfer to the new paint. Your floor could be removed and replaced with a ceramic tile floor, which I think is your best option for look and longevity.
Debbie also recommended checking www.remodelingkc.com to see contractors listed by area and specialty. And of course, Schloegel Design Remodel can always help with home design and renovation projects in the Kansas City area! To read the rest of the article, visit the article on the Kansas City Star.
photo by Sharon Mollerus (CC)
A New Year with Schloegel Design Remodel Inc
Did you make resolutions this year? New resolutions are all about reaching a goal that effect you in the long run. A great way to invest in your future is to let a professional with the right experience, creativity, and professionalism to help you add more value to your biggest asset, your home. Schloegel Design Remodel Inc. would love to help you reach your goal in 2011 to remodel your outdated kitchen, expand your master bedroom, or finish your basement.
Let us know how we can help you and give Schloegel Design Remodel a call at 816.361.9669.
A Year in Review with Schloegel Design Remodel
This past year was one of the most exciting ones that we have ever had. We loved being apart of all the new
Remodel Again
design trends, remodeling advancements, and new home improvements. The design world sure is advancing, as commented on by a few of the posts this past year. This post is dedicated to taking a look back at a few of our most popular posts this past year. We hope you are as excited as we are to see what advancements 2011 brings to home remodeling.
- Schloegel Design Remodel is Awarded a Gold and a Silver
- Lower Level Living Part 2
- Proof of Proper Insulation
Which post was your favorite from 2010? Leave a comment!
SDR Helps Out NARI
NARI’s (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) Kansas City chapter just recently relocated to its new offices to 8015 Shawnee Mission Parkway. Several Certified Lead Carpenters of SDR volunteered their time in the remodeling of the new office. The new office will allow for larger meeting and training rooms. Check out NARI at the local chapter’s web site, www.remodelingkc.com, or the national site, www.nari.org. SDR has been a member of NARI since 1987 and many of its employees are certified through NARI. SDR has won more remodeling awards through the annual KC NARI awards program (REMY) than any other remodeling company in Kansas City.
NARI Holiday Party 2010
Jake Schloegel, along with his wife Debby and Mark and Austin Cornell are shown at the NARI grand opening celebration.
More Remodeling Fun from the Past: 1950s Design vs Now
We are having fun with the remodeling and decorating book from 1954!!
In this blog we are showing two “cellar” remodels that were high style in 1954 and one that Schloegel Design Remodel completed in 2010.
Our Modern Twist
Do you think things have changed much?
What Are My Options for Removing Leveling Compound?
Jake Schloegel, CR, President and Founder
Jake,
We uncovered pine flooring in our 1859 built house it was covered with carpet and ply wood which we removed to find leveling compound. Is there any way to remove the compound short of just scraping with putty knife?
- Tom
Tom,
I don’t know of any other way of removing leveling compound other than with a chisel and a hammer. It can be pretty hard to get this stuff removed. You might want to have the compound checked for asbestos if you feel that it was installed before 1978. There is a chance it might contain asbestos.
Good luck on your remodeling project.
- Jake
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