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Whether you're remodeling or building a new home, there are several factors to consider when choosing cabinets, countertops, hardware and lighting. The most important part of this process is that you will want to deal with a business that will work within your budget, listen to your wants and desires and most importantly, be honest and dependable.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Custom designs created for your home.

The steps you need to know before you begin are as follows: 1) Set your budget- you will be much happier at the end of your project if you stay within your means; 2) Choose your style to fit your needs or dreams; 3) Ask friends and neighbors who they recommend to work with.

I recommend: http://www.almfinecabinetry.com/

Get a design that fits your needs

There are free programs that allow you to design your own dream kitchen, bath, or any room. Be sure to have a qualified designer double check measurements before giving you a price on anything.

I recommend: http://onlinedesigner.hgtv.com/visualizer/ChoosePlan.do?id=2

Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

Research your products, look at magazines and watch tv shows to get ideas, but go with your gut and pick what you want and what you like.
If you have a knack, HGTV has a free program you can play around with. Do not use your drawings for a final design or price, you need to have it verified by someone with some credentials in design.

Featured Vendors

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Custom Plastic Fabrication: From Design to Delivery
Custom plastic job shop specializing in thermoforming, machining, welding & OSHA-approved guarding systems. Prototypes to production. CNC machining.

www.plasticfabinc.com

Indexes, Tabs, Notebook Dividers
Huge inventory of indexes & tabs. Order sequences, individual numbers, letters or blank indexes. Exhibit indexes. Closing sets. Orders $50+ ship free.

Index Tabs | Bates Compatible | Divider Sheets | Exhibit Indexes

www.blumberg.com

19 Inch Racks and Panels Stocked Online
Manufactures and distributes 19" racks, enclosures, and rack panels. Carries a variety of pre-populated panels off-the-shelf. Also does custom builds.

Search Tool | Custom Products | Technical Center | Free Catalog

www.L-com.com

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