Everything I have done with Savio has been worth the money. Their skimmers are more expensive, but the bells and whistles make them a better buy, specifically if you want a UV they are cheaper than a inexpensive skimmer with separate UV. But that isn't the question is it. I've heard of a few people changing pools to ponds, not many successful ones, but some none the less. Hooking into an existing bottom drain would always be ideal, especially if you are going to have large koi. I wouldn't want to try it myself, but it would be the best way if it could be done. I've had a lot of customers have bad experiences with the online sales, but there are some good deals, but there is risk. The Danner 4800s are very reliable and efficient pumps, and there will be some price differences with those. If you see any Savio price differences I would advise against that site or store. Savio has an extremely strong rule of one retail price and they punish those that change them. If they are selling cheap online, chances are they aren't on the up and up.

My experience is similar to babushka_cat. I had a difficult space and my primary goal was to maximize storate. I ended up with custom cabinets, but that was not my original plan. As I started to sketch my designs, I realized that I was going to have a tough time with maximizing my storage space using standard sizing. I had odd angles to work with, meaning that I�d have to have several custom cuts to any standard cabinets. I visited a lot of showrooms, and I was really interested in some of the European cabinets, mainly because they came in a lot of "standard" sizes. Those lines gave me many more options in depth and width, so I was strongly leaning to Scavolini or Snaidero (much cheaper than the German lines I liked.) When I was talking to my contractor, he told me they work with a custom cabinet maker, and he said I should consider that route. I was weary because I didn�t know if the finish would be as durable or if the quality would be good. But, after looking at his work in other houses, and seeing that his price quote was cheaper I was convinced. I am really happy that I went this route. This gave me flexibility to make changes at no additional cost. We also had a problem with the handle installation that hole in the door. No problem, the cabinet maker sent a new door the next day. I also added a couple of small, shallow wall cabinets to flank the sink once I realized I could better utilize what would have been blank wall space. No problem, the cabinet maker sent these two days later. I got extra deep drawers in my island so that I could avoid a blind corner, I got custom cut outs to my drawers so that I could have a pop up socket, I got special cabinet cuts to accommodate a trash can in a shallow cabinet, I got an giant sink cabinet so that I could have a huge sink. Everything turned out better because I could work with the contractor and cabinet maker on-site and in real time. And it didn�t cost more. That being said, custom may not be for everyone, but since I had really specific goals and a difficult floor plan, it was a great choice for me. Take a look at how you work, how you approach the design and build process, and talk to your general contractor about his experience with custom cabinets. Having a general contractor who works well with the custom cabinet maker is critical to a successful outcome.

I just received my custom drapes earlier in the week and I cannot say enough good things about the quality. I was blown away when we received them. They don’t compare to anything I have purchased at Pottery Barn, etc. The quality is absolutely amazing. A designer working out of Northern California recommended them. Martha helped me every step of the way in determining the color, type and measurements. I ordered a bunch of samples and they arrived in days. The whole process from start to finish was four weeks. If you want any additional information, let me know. Money well spent! I did the entire transaction from Etsy, but they have a website as well. Since I had never done anything like this before, I liked being able to read through the reviews and see people’s pictures on Etsy. I am already planning the next room..... https://www.etsy.com/shop/MarthaAndAsh https://www.marthaandash.com

Check your dimension on current vanity. What is now standard does not always fit our older homes. A friend found their 1960's vanity with not the same depth as the replacement one they bought. I thought I would just replace the yellow cultured marble top in the kids' bath only to find it is a 64 inch width while standard is 60 or 48.