When it comes time to replace the windows in your home, it’s important to know what you should expect in terms of the value of replacement windows, and what truly sets a great window apart from a not-so-great one. Durability A great replacement window is one that will last...
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INSPIRATION & IDEAS
We love sharing our ideas with you. Find your remodeling inspiration, see before and after photos, and get helpful tips from the Archway team here.
Whether you’re considering a remodeling project with us, looking for tips and ideas, or just like to follow home improvement blogs, you’ve come to the right place. At Archway, we believe your home should make you happy. After all, it’s where you spend most of your time – so why not enjoy it?
This blog is meant to inspire you and help you achieve that goal of having a beautiful home that you and your family love. Browse our before and after photos, catch up on the latest trends, and laugh along with us as we share some crazy behind the scenes stories. We’re glad you’re here!
Choosing Appliances for Your Kitchen Design
When designing a new kitchen, many questions arise. What kind of cabinets should I get? What color palette should I use? What type of floor is best? And probably the most common question: what kind of appliances should I get and where will I put them? Figuring out where...
The Components of a New Roof
Nobody wants to have to purchase a new roof, but unfortunately the time comes for nearly every homeowner to do so. If that time has come for you, it’s important to understand every component of a new roof so that you know exactly what you’re purchasing. As it turns...
“Trends at Archway” – Bathroom Vanities
There have been many different trends in the world of bathroom vanities over the last decade or so, and at Archway, we’ve seen them all. From large furniture vanities with double sinks to floating vanities with large vessel sinks…we have installed them all! A few years ago, the biggest...
Understanding Kitchen Countertop Options
If you are in the process of remodeling your kitchen, you probably have endless questions about what kind of countertop is the best option for you. We understand that the choices can be overwhelming, so we are going to break down all of the different types of kitchen countertops...
A Guide to Maintaining Kitchen Cabinets
When you finally get that beautiful new kitchen that you’ve been dreaming of, the next step is to make sure you keep it looking as good as new. Cleaning and maintaining your kitchen cabinets on a regular basis is one of the best ways to keep your kitchen looking...
“Tips From Archway” – The Best Lighting for Your Bathroom
Your bathroom is the one place in your home where you can have 100% privacy, and therefore, should use it as your own lavish sanctuary. That’s one of the many reasons people choose to remodel their bathrooms, so they can do just that. To make the most out of your...
“Trends at Archway” – Grey and White Interiors
A huge design trend in both kitchens and bathrooms right now is the color combination of grey and white. We’ve recently had a long string of customers that have chosen this color scheme for their remodeled space. The reason for its popularity is likely because of the trend toward...
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Tile
A helpful guide for choosing tile for a kitchen or bath remodel When remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, a very important element when choosing your materials is what kind of tile to use. There are endless amounts of types, colors, finishes, and applications of tile that the choices can...
Transitional Kitchen in Chicago – Before and After Photos
This may be a kitchen transformation for the record books! This family contacted us to remodel their small kitchen in Chicago, and that’s exactly what we did! The existing kitchen was very old, outdated and cluttered, with appliances that were decades old and hardly working. It was just not...