At Archway, we have a very specific process when it comes to remodeling kitchens because there are so many important components involved. We’ve been documenting the process of renovating this customer’s outdated kitchen from the very beginning, and as we come to the final week of work on this project,...
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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!
The Many Different Styles of Entry Doors
Entry doors (aka front or back doors) are often installed as part of our exterior remodeling jobs…usually in addition to windows or siding. They are a small component of renovating, but can make a big impact on your home’s curb appeal. What many homeowners don’t know is just how...
Tips from Archway: Choosing the Right Kitchen Cabinets
When it’s time to remodel your kitchen, the cabinets are arguably the most important choice you have to make when putting everything together. There are so many different options for kitchen cabinets that it can be a little overwhelming to figure out which ones are right for your home....
Bathroom Floor Remodeling Guide – DIY or Contractor?
Installing the flooring wrong in a bathroom can have much broader implications to your home, (water damage, etc.) so it’s critical that you are confident in your abilities.
Tips from Archway: Choosing the Best Replacement Windows
If you’re like most homeowners, you probably don’t understand much about the different types of replacement windows that are on the market and what type is the best for your home. Luckily, we are here to educate you! First, let’s start out by explaining the warning signs that you...
Trends at Archway – Glass Backsplash Tile in Kitchens
This week on our social media series “Trends at Archway,” we are discussing glass tile backsplashes in kitchens. This is a popular trend for our customers that want a low-maintenance, unique, and beautiful backsplash in their kitchen. Many tile companies have done a great job of producing glass tiles...
Tips from Archway: Remodeling Your Home to Prep for Fall/Winter
Start with thinking about the things in your home that bothered you during the last cold season. Was it your drafty windows? Leaking or poorly insulated roof? Wasted energy or too-high energy costs? There are a few different ways relieve those pains now before it’s too late.
“A Week in the Life at Archway” – Unrealistic Remodeling Expectations & More
Welcome to another edition of “A Week in the Life at Archway,” where we give you a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on here at our remodeling company on a given week. This week, our focus is on the unrealistic remodeling expectations we encountered with some of the people...
Contemporary Bathroom Remodel – Before and After Photos
At Archway, we work hard to provide beautiful spaces for customers that could really use an upgrade. That was the case in this particular bathroom remodeling project. We recently finished up this full bathroom remodel in Chicago for a great customer. Before the remodel, his bathroom was a very outdated and...
“Trends at Archway” – Wood-Look Porcelain Tile for Kitchens
This week on our social media series “Trends at Archway,” we are discussing wood-look porcelain tile for kitchens. This is a popular trend for our kitchen remodeling customers that want the look of hardwood in their kitchen but without the cost and maintenance involved with it. Many tile companies...