Entry-level Sofa Woes
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Comments (5)old ryder: They said the variation was 1/8" and the only way to fix the problem would be to backgrind the stone but they didn't really recommend it because the backgrinding would have been extensive and they might not be able to make it perfect. My DH went to the fabricator to look at the slab after it was cut and he said the difference in thickness between the two pieces was very obvious. I believe he said that the stone was thinner at the center than at the ends. How weird! Annie: Since I don't have to pay for this slab since it was defective, I would rather just go back to the granite store and pick another slab. I am sure they will be able to use the stone for smaller pieces like vanities so it will not really go to waste. EAM - you made me laugh - I did have that feeling of love lost. Yes, these fabricators seem very professional and I am glad they were honest with me even though it was not what I wanted to hear....See MoreFloorplan - Entry/Family Room/Kitchen Help
Comments (21)Virgil - sectional corners are awesome! One of my former coworkers referred to them as the corner of power, over which she and her husband constantly argued (as did my brother and I growing up). That said, we switched from a sectional to separate sofas and chairs in our living room and haven't regretted it once (though the old sectional relocated to a new happy home in the den). As for the original questions, yes to a 42" door (I agree the bigger the better, especially for moving that sectional in :-) ). Personally, I strongly prefer furniture floated in the room v. up against a wall, particularly in an open floor plan. It just looks more thought out and finished to me. I'd agree with htwo that the major complication comes from small children - my five year old daughter loves to play mountain climber and scale the back of the couch - I've lost count of the number of times we've talked about why that's not the brilliant idea she thinks it is. And on kitchens, I think you need to think about how much you (or someone in your house cooks). Those who say they prioritize aesthetics over function probably aren't cooking multiple times every day. If you are, function starts to look a lot more important. Our kitchen is less-than-ideal functionally and it drives me nuts - one of the great things about building is going to be getting to design an kitchen that's fun to cook in....See MoreWhere to put a powder room on the main level of a 2br airbnb
Comments (8)I agree, with an airbnb people can live with most anything. Plus how much is this going to cost, $15-20K? Seems like a long pay-back period for an airbnb. That said, aren't you concerned about resale value when you sell? (whenever that is.) That raises questions about livability. i.e. if you're outside gardening, do you want to walk all through the house to use the bathroom? What about my 80 year old relatives who use a cane? Do they have to walk up steps every time to use a bathroom? BTW are you cutting into the wall (of a duplex?) to recess the sink? I'm not a pro but it seems spendy and may potentially uncover other issues. OR is this new construction? If so, can you ask your architect to revisit this issue? I can't really read your plan, but is that a small kitchen table between the kitchen counter and the dining room table? If so, do you need two tables in such close proximity? Removing the kitchen table might free up space, and then you and your architect can reconsider the kitchen layout to put a small powder room in close to the front door. I see what you are trying to do by creating privacy for the bathroom entrance, but installing a privacy curtain is not to everyone's taste and to me, feels like a sign that the design could be better....See MoreAnyone have any experience with Rowe furniture?
Comments (2)Rowe furniture is entry level furniture. Honestly, I think you should keep looking. https://www.houzz.com/discussions/2367671/entry-level-sofa-woes If cost is an issue, maybe this article will help you: https://www.thespruce.com/best-sectional-sofas-4150346...See MoreRelated Professionals
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