If you’re looking to revitalize the look of your bathroom, new sinks can make a big statement. Ranging anywhere from $50 to $10,000, below is a list of sink options of various colors, materials, sizes and shapes to fit any budget and any décor.

-White porcelain. If your sink is damaged and you’re just looking to replace it, a white porcelain sink is the traditional choice that will most likely be the least costly. White porcelain sinks come in various shapes including oval, round, square or shaped to fit into a corner. These sinks can be installed on a pedestal or into a countertops.

-Molded sinks. Solid surface countertops can be made with a bathroom sink integrated into the design. Prices for these vary widely depending upon whether you purchase them in a standard size or you get them custom-made.

-Bowls installed in furniture. Bathroom sinks can be installed into any piece of furniture. The plumbing is concealed behind the piece of furniture allowing you to still use the lower drawers for storage. This is a great solution for people who have a favorite piece of furniture already or are looking for something truly unique.

-Painted porcelain. Traditional white porcelain sinks can be custom painted with designs to match or create the décor of the bathroom. Cartoon characters, fish and flowers are popular.

-Bold colors. Manufacturers are now making many traditional bathroom sinks in bold colors. This is a great way to enhance children’s bathrooms or create a more contemporary look.

-Glass. More recently, glass sinks are becoming more popular. Glass sinks can be fashioned in stunning colors, shapes and textures. Using glass sinks is a great way to add a piece of art to your bath. Glass bowls can be set on top of traditional countertops, on brass or chrome stands or in wrought iron bases.

-Other materials. Bathroom sinks are now being made out of a variety of new materials including brass, chrome, copper, stainless steel and stone.

-Wood. For those less concerned about budget, wood sinks can be a great choice. Wood sinks can be fashioned from birch, mahogany or teak. Wood is the perfect material to help set the mood for the relaxation and serenity you enjoy at the spa. To create a wood sink, the wood is aged, dried, glued together, impregnated with wax and polished with a hard-wax oil.
Whether you choose a traditional bathroom sink bowl or select something truly unique, your bathroom sink will make a marked impression on the look of your bath. Please contact us today, and we’ll help you create a bath that will give you the look you desire.

Kitchen cabinet refacing has become quite popular because it meets the needs of many homeowners wishing to upgrade their kitchens’ looks. But with so much talk about this process, we’ve found that a lot of confusion also still remains. To help answer some common questions we get about kitchen cabinet refacing, in a two-part series, we will answer some of the FAQs about refacing.

Q. What exactly is cabinet refacing?

A. Kitchen cabinet refacing involves the process of selecting new cabinet doors and drawer fronts and replacing the cabinets’ exposed surfaces with matching veneer. The new doors and drawer fronts are custom made to fit your cabinet boxes and the boxes are faced with wood to match the color you have chosen for your new doors and drawer fronts.  When complete, the only untouched part of your old cabinet is the interior.

Q. What portions of my kitchen cabinets will be refaced?

A. Actually, when we do kitchen cabinet refacing, we will be both refacing and replacing of elements of your existing cabinets.

• Cabinet doors are removed and replaced
• Drawer front are removed and replaced
• The entire exterior portion of the cabinet boxes are veneered
• Fine trim and cabinet undersides are replaced
• ·         Hinges and glides are replaced

Q. Can my very old kitchen cabinets be refaced?              

A. As long as your boxes are structurally sound, we will most likely be able to reface them. In fact, sometimes we find that the older kitchen cabinets are actually sturdier than the newer boxes, so they’re excellent candidates for refacing.

Q. Do you use real wood for the veneer?                                                                    

A. Yes, and you can even select from a variety of wood species including alder, , birch, cherry, hickory, maple, oak and more!

Q. Could I reface my kitchen cabinets myself?

A. Kitchen cabinet refacing as a DIY project would be quite a challenging undertaking. It would be fairly easy to replace the kitchen cabinet doors and drawer fronts, but veneering is a skill that is best left to professional tradesmen like we have at Republic West Home. Cabinet veneering is not a skill that can be quickly learned.

Be sure to check out Cabinet Refacing FAQs Part 2 for more answers to refacing questions!

Intrigued by what you’ve heard so far? Call us for a free quote today! 480-423-9300

Light is element that often goes forgotten in homes but offer great opportunities in a variety of areas. Studies show that when people live in a well-lit home, they’re happier and healthier, among other things.
There are countless benefits of natural light in a home environment, but here are just a few…

-Aids in healing

-Decreases depression

-Increases feelings of well-being

-Lifts spirits

-Lessens electric light use, therefore reduces energy costs

-Lessons heat produced by light use, therefore reduces energy bills for cooling

-Makes spaces appear larger

-Reduces eyestrain by encouraging more exercise of the eyes

-Reduces the number of falls by older folks because areas are better lit

Got kids at home? Studies have shown that natural light:

-Adds to greater height

-Improves dental records

-Increases concentration

-Keeps children calmer

Convinced yet? If so, consider installing glass doors or sliding glass doors in your home! To help bring in more natural light to your home, we can install:

Wood Front Entry doors with glass panels – Republic West Home installs a wide variety of beautiful, classic wood doors. These can be finished in oak, cherry, mahogany, walnut, maple, pine and virtually any other variety imaginable, all with glass that lets in more natural light.

French doors with ProTec Series glass – These doors can bring elegance and traditional styling to your home. Our French doors are custom built to your specifications. They come with in-swing or out-swing hinges, dozens of stains, a variety of styles and various security options. We install these using our custom Solar Tuning process to provide exceptional insulation and energy efficiency.

Sliding Patio Doors ProTec Series glass – Our sliding glass doors are affordable, attractive ,  practical and virtually maintenance free. Unlike store-bought products, professionally installed sliding glass doors from Republic West Home offer unmatched beauty, durability and value.  All of our sliding door replacement products are built with ProTec Series glass to maximize insulation and energy savings.