-G.B.
Speaking as someone who didn’t hire a designer: be prepared for the possibility of the colors coming out differently than you’d hoped and having to decide to repaint or live with something that’s always going to be slightly off. We had that twice. I repainted my girls’ room and did not repaint my kitchen cabinets, and next time I’m hiring a designer.
-Michal Frischman
You can do it yourself if you put in the work! Research the top few colors in the palette you’re looking for, and test, test, test. If you like an extensive color scheme, I would advise you to bring in the big guns, but if you lean simpler, this is totally doable.
-Rivki Rabinowitz
-T.B.
As early as possible. Basically, once you hire an architect and builder, you should try to sign on with a designer as well. The sooner everyone can collaborate on the plans together, the more cohesive your design (and team) will be.
-Leia Whitman Karoly
I was wondering if there is a good solution to grout. No matter which brand you use, it inevitably turns black and unsightly. What do you suggest?-S.A.
Combine water, bleach, and powdered Tide laundry detergent — and scrub with a brush or toothbrush!
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