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February 2025
- Feb 11, 2025 What are the Benefits of Remodeling your Kitchen Before Moving into a New Home? Feb 11, 2025
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January 2025
- Jan 9, 2025 Which home improvement trends will continue in 2025 and which trends won't? Jan 9, 2025
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October 2024
- Oct 14, 2024 What are the benefits of building a wine cellar in your home? Oct 14, 2024
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September 2024
- Sep 21, 2024 How Can I Maximize Natural Light in My Kitchen Design? Sep 21, 2024
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July 2024
- Jul 23, 2024 What kitchen styles are trending on Long Island? Jul 23, 2024
- Jul 9, 2024 Key steps for insulating and weatherproofing your new home Jul 9, 2024
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June 2024
- Jun 20, 2024 Elite Kitchen & Bath / Express Contracting celebrate 40 years of success in New York. Jun 20, 2024
- Jun 4, 2024 How to Organize Your Kitchen by a Kitchen Designer Jun 4, 2024
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May 2024
- May 30, 2024 Why is it Important to Match Products in Kitchen Renovation Projects? May 30, 2024
- May 28, 2024 What does an estimate for a new bathroom include? May 28, 2024
- May 14, 2024 What are the seven things I need to know before remodeling my kitchen? May 14, 2024
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April 2024
- Apr 3, 2024 How to Incorporate Smart Design in Your New Kitchen Apr 3, 2024
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February 2024
- Feb 14, 2024 What does an estimate for a new kitchen include? Feb 14, 2024
- Feb 13, 2024 Do Home Values Determine Cost-Appropriate Renovations? Feb 13, 2024
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December 2023
- Dec 6, 2023 What are the Benefits of Custom Cabinetry for Your Home? Dec 6, 2023
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November 2023
- Nov 4, 2023 How to Choose the Right Lighting for Your Kitchen Nov 4, 2023
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October 2023
- Oct 14, 2023 What are the 12 must-have kitchen features for entertaining and holidays? Oct 14, 2023
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August 2023
- Aug 26, 2023 What is the Emotional Impact of Aesthetics in the Home Buying Process? Aug 26, 2023
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June 2023
- Jun 24, 2023 What are Clever Storage Solutions for Small Bathrooms? Jun 24, 2023
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April 2023
- Apr 26, 2023 Interior Renovations to Complete While You Enjoy Outdoor Living. Apr 26, 2023
- Apr 15, 2023 How to Add More Storage Space in Your Kitchen Apr 15, 2023
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February 2023
- Feb 16, 2023 Which Remodeling Projects Add the Most Value to Your Home? Feb 16, 2023
- Feb 14, 2023 10 Reasons to Remodel in 2023 - What's on your bucket list? Feb 14, 2023
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January 2023
- Jan 14, 2023 The Emerging Kitchen Design Trends of 2023 Jan 14, 2023
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December 2022
- Dec 6, 2022 Create an Adventure in Your Home Dec 6, 2022
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November 2022
- Nov 15, 2022 How to choose tiles for your bathroom Nov 15, 2022
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October 2022
- Oct 5, 2022 How to choose flooring material for your kitchen Oct 5, 2022
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September 2022
- Sep 27, 2022 What is the difference between Framed vs. Frameless Cabinetry? Sep 27, 2022
- Sep 3, 2022 What’s New With Outdoor Kitchens Sep 3, 2022
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August 2022
- Aug 18, 2022 What is the difference between Quartz and Sintered Stone? Aug 18, 2022
- Aug 4, 2022 Is Owning a Pool Right for You? What You Should Know Before You Dive In Aug 4, 2022
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July 2022
- Jul 26, 2022 Garage Conversions Jul 26, 2022
- Jul 26, 2022 How to choose a countertop for your kitchen Jul 26, 2022
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May 2022
- May 3, 2022 Luxury Wellness Products & Design May 3, 2022
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March 2022
- Mar 19, 2022 Renovations to Complete Before Moving into Your New Home Mar 19, 2022
- Mar 12, 2022 Mid-Century Modern Design Mar 12, 2022
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February 2022
- Feb 24, 2022 Smart Glass - Opaque to Clear - Up to 20% Energy Savings Feb 24, 2022
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September 2021
- Sep 9, 2021 Prevent sewer backups (in your home) Sep 9, 2021
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August 2021
- Aug 10, 2021 How to Avoid Over-improving your home or under-improving your home. Aug 10, 2021
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June 2021
- Jun 22, 2021 What is the difference between Framed vs. Frameless Cabinetry? Jun 22, 2021
- Jun 1, 2021 How to Equip the Perfect Bathroom According to Your Lifestyle by Guest Blogger Jun 1, 2021
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April 2021
- Apr 27, 2021 4 Popular Options for Outdoor Cabinetry Apr 27, 2021
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March 2021
- Mar 13, 2021 How to Choose a KITCHEN COUNTER-TOP You Will Love Mar 13, 2021
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January 2021
- Jan 30, 2021 Is Luxury Cabinetry Worth It? Depends who you speak to. Jan 30, 2021
- Jan 23, 2021 What do Homeowners Fear about Kitchen or Any Remodel Project? Jan 23, 2021
- Jan 21, 2021 Designing a Kitchen for All Seasons Jan 21, 2021
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December 2020
- Dec 12, 2020 Forever Home vs Temporary Home Dec 12, 2020
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October 2020
- Oct 12, 2020 Emotionally Driven Design - Designing Today- Post Covid19 / Current Events Oct 12, 2020
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September 2020
- Sep 1, 2020 11 Things to consider before planning a home extension Sep 1, 2020
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July 2020
- Jul 18, 2020 A Beginner’s Guide To Smart Home Products Jul 18, 2020
- Jul 11, 2020 Your Home Reinvented Jul 11, 2020
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March 2020
- Mar 21, 2020 CES Show 2020 - Best in Smart Home Mar 21, 2020
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February 2020
- Feb 11, 2020 What to Look for When Choosing a Cabinetry Brand Feb 11, 2020
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January 2020
- Jan 23, 2020 Trends in Appliances 2020 - Our View Jan 23, 2020
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December 2019
- Dec 14, 2019 Express Contracting Awarded 2019 “Contractor of the Year” Dec 14, 2019
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October 2019
- Oct 22, 2019 Why Sustainability Matters in Kitchen Design Oct 22, 2019
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July 2019
- Jul 11, 2019 Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Grout Jul 11, 2019
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April 2019
- Apr 6, 2019 Different solutions to enlarge a kitchen without adding an extension to a house. Apr 6, 2019
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March 2019
- Mar 30, 2019 Smart Home Winners at the CES Show 2019 Mar 30, 2019
- Mar 2, 2019 Sourdough Dark Rye Bread Mar 2, 2019
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February 2019
- Feb 23, 2019 Russian Potato Pancakes - Entree with Meat or Side Dish Without Meat Feb 23, 2019
- Feb 12, 2019 2019 Kitchen & Bath Trends Feb 12, 2019
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October 2018
- Oct 27, 2018 Art in Business & Life Oct 27, 2018
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May 2018
- May 15, 2018 Celebrating 56 years in the United States May 15, 2018
- May 1, 2018 Why is there such a big price difference amongst different kitchen cabinetry brands? May 1, 2018
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January 2018
- Jan 13, 2018 Care & Maintenance of Kitchen & Bath Products Jan 13, 2018
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December 2017
- Dec 21, 2017 Reflections on Another Year Gone By Dec 21, 2017
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October 2017
- Oct 26, 2017 Does Your Kitchen Date You Oct 26, 2017
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September 2017
- Sep 21, 2017 Get Your Home Nice and Toasty in Time for Autumn and Beyond Sep 21, 2017
- Sep 13, 2017 Five Red-Hot Technology Additions to Revamp Your Home or Kitchen Sep 13, 2017
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August 2017
- Aug 12, 2017 What High End Remodeling Projects Help The Most When Selling A Home Aug 12, 2017
- Aug 10, 2017 Healthy Kitchen Design Innovations for Summer 2017 Aug 10, 2017
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July 2017
- Jul 8, 2017 Think About Smart Home Products for Summer Jul 8, 2017
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May 2017
- May 30, 2017 The Difference Between Stock & Custom Cabinets for Savvy Long Island Homeowners May 30, 2017
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February 2017
- Feb 16, 2017 Tips for Working with a Kitchen Designer to Achieve Your Vision Feb 16, 2017
- Feb 2, 2017 The Top Home Remodeling Trends to Watch in 2017 Feb 2, 2017
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January 2017
- Jan 17, 2017 Why are some tiles more expensive to install than others? Jan 17, 2017
- Jan 12, 2017 Why do consumers go to Professional Designers vs. Big Box Stores or Contractors to design their Kitchens? Jan 12, 2017
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December 2016
- Dec 16, 2016 5 New Year's Resolutions for Your Kitchen and Bath Dec 16, 2016
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November 2016
- Nov 14, 2016 Four Kitchen Design Projects to Finish Before the Holidays Nov 14, 2016
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October 2016
- Oct 17, 2016 A Match Made in Heaven: Rutt Cabinetry and Elite Kitchen & Bath Oct 17, 2016
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September 2016
- Sep 13, 2016 Top 3 Tips for Planning and Designing a Large Long Island Bathroom Sep 13, 2016
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August 2016
- Aug 6, 2016 "Kitchen Therapy & More" Workshops Aug 6, 2016
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July 2016
- Jul 13, 2016 Master Bath Design Ideas for a Long Island Summer Renovation Jul 13, 2016
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June 2016
- Jun 25, 2016 Marilyn Monroe Slept here.... Jun 25, 2016
- Jun 20, 2016 Master Bath Design Ideas for a Long Island Summer Renovation Jun 20, 2016
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May 2016
- May 19, 2016 6 Feng Shui Bathroom Design Tips for Long Island Homes May 19, 2016
- May 3, 2016 Feng Shui Kitchen Therapy Workshop May 10 May 3, 2016
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April 2016
- Apr 21, 2016 Design Ideas Ruling the Land of Long Island Home Renovation Apr 21, 2016
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March 2016
- Mar 30, 2016 Quantifying Lifestyle Renovations Mar 30, 2016
- Mar 17, 2016 Long Island Bathroom and Kitchen Design Trends Sweeping the Nation Mar 17, 2016
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February 2016
- Feb 24, 2016 5 Tips for Kitchen and Bathroom Design on a Budget Feb 24, 2016
- Feb 8, 2016 Feng Shui for Romance Event! Feb 8, 2016
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January 2016
- Jan 25, 2016 Home Renovation Trends to Watch in 2016 Jan 25, 2016
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December 2015
- Dec 10, 2015 Cabinetry Still King When it comes to Kitchen Redesign Dec 10, 2015