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8 Beautiful Kitchen Countertop Transformations

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Do you want granite countertops but simply can’t afford them or don’t want to exhaust your budget? Granite is very trendy but can often be cost or time prohibitive. Installing new granite countertops can become a huge hassle and there is little room for error when matching slabs together to ensure a consistent look. Miracle Method’s Natural Accents® provide a consistent, luxurious stone-look appearance resembling beautiful granite countertops at a fraction of the cost and can be used for countertops, vanities and ceramic tile.

Take a look at these beautiful countertop transformations using Miracle Method’s Natural Accents refinishing process. It just may leave you questioning why you were going to spend that much on granite in the first place.

Before and After Miracle Method’s Natural Accents®

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Countertop refinishing is a process of repairing and restoring an existing kitchen counter or bathroom vanity to extend its functional life, without replacement.

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Save money, time and effort with Miracle Method’s Natural Accents  collection. Specially formulated coatings provide a look and feel that give you a beautiful, long lasting finish without the cost or maintenance. A warm, consistent contrast of a stone, multicolor blend that not only looks luxurious, but costs up to 75% less than granite countertops.

When selecting a remodeling option for your kitchen countertops, quality matters. A five-year warranty protects your countertops from failure of adhesion. A countertop refinished by Miracle Method will last 15+ years with proper care and maintenance. Natural Accents is an affordable alternative to granite countertops and will allow you to love your kitchen again.

Interested in Natural Accents?

Use our virtual color tool to view Natural Accents in a variety of kitchen cabinet styles. To learn how Natural Accents can beautifully transform bathtubs, showers, countertops and more, call 855-212-7337 to speak with your local Miracle Method franchise.

 

The Right Way to Repair Outdated and Worn Countertops

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Do you have outdated and worn countertops in your kitchen and bathroom? Is your grout becoming extremely difficult to clean? Interested in a remodeling option, but can’t afford costly countertop replacements? If you are looking for a money-savings alternative to replacing your countertops, surface refinishing is the solution for you.

Miracle Method is the world’s largest surface refinishing company in the United States. Learn how to make your existing tile beautiful again all while fitting your style and budget.

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Tile counters and back-splash refinished to look like new again – and the grout is completely sealed!

4 Amazing Benefits to Remodeling without Replacement

–Refinishing is a process of repairing and restoring existing surfaces to extend their functional life, without replacement.

More Affordable than Replacement

Bring new life to your existing fixtures with Miracle Method’s surface refinishing process, plus avoid the chaotic demolition mess associated with countertop replacement. On average, homeowners save up to 75% by choosing surface refinishing. Don’t spend thousands of dollars replacing your countertops, refinish for a beautiful makeover that won’t break your bank!

Save Time

Don’t stress over a lengthy timeline. Unlike other remodeling options, you can score the kitchen of your dream in days, not weeks. Imagine transforming your kitchen or bathroom in as little as 1-2 days. Miracle Method’s team of technicians complete the refinishing process in a timely manner, so you can start enjoying your kitchen sooner.

Quality

The main goal when selecting a remodeling option is often quality. Choose refinishing for long-lasting results. Miracle Method’s service warranty guarantees quality with proper care and maintenance. Refinishing can add useful life to your existing countertop surfaces for 15 years or more, organically beautiful countertops for many years!

Beauty

Choosing a cost effective solution over replacement doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice an attractive countertop surface with a luxurious appeal. Miracle Method offers a real stone luster featured in our sophisticated line of Natural Accents®, a collection of countertop finishes available in a variety of colors and textures to complement all types of décor.

Visit one of Miracle Method’s showrooms to see the beauty for yourself. Call 855-212-7337 for a free countertop refinishing estimate or click here for more information.

 

Color of the Year – Cappuccino White

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Cappuccino white has set the trend board for 2016 Color of the Year, a subtle hint of neutral complexation resembling a warm milky, mocha latte! Awaken a sense of calming with a soft organic color palette highlighted by dark earthy undertones. Rejuvenate style instantly by achieving a subtle white cappuccino theme decor, perfect for any space you choose!

Stay connected with all the latest style secrets, trending color patterns, and fashion forward elements related to home design. Discover clever ideas to introduce cappuccino into your existing home decor.

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Accent Walls

GLIDDEN® paint shows off the finest color trends of 2016, in a variety of virtual room layouts inspired to design any living space you choose. Paint a beautiful cappuccino white accent wall infused by warm neutral hues to create a peaceful atmosphere throughout the entire home. Accent walls painted with light colors provide the right touch of contrast for a cozier, gentle space. Complete your final look by combining fashionable accessories, decorative bedding, and sweet scented candles. Spruce up your décor!

Cappuccino Surfaces

Refinishing transforms outdated kitchen and bathroom countertops to neutral multi-color surfaces similar to the color palette of cappuccino. Neutral countertop surfaces are an attractive remodeling component to appeal to longer lasting trends. Renew cultured marble, Corian, Formica, Wilsonart and other laminate surfaces with Miracle Method’s Surface Refinishing process. Restore existing fixtures while offering a durable and attractive remodeling solution at a fraction of the cost. Create a whole new look in as little as 1-2 days, choose from over 30 designer colors , 2016 color of the year never looked so good!

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Throw Pillows

There’s no better way to obtain a sophisticated design than mixing it up from solid to patterned fabric pillows. Create the ultimate cappuccino blend by pairing shades of white, cream, and beige together, all while encouraging modern comfort. Free your mind from the everyday chaos. Sit back and relax with uniquely simple decorating elements. Shop a wide range of fantastically affordable throw pillows from popular sites like Target, Pier1, and WayFair. Just add pillows to modernize your living space!

Home Remodeling is made simple with Miracle Method Surface Refinishing, check out our website for more information or call to receive a free estimate at 855-212-7337. Locate a franchise near you!

Home Remodeling Month

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Five Tips to Successful Home Remodeling on a Budget

 

May is National Home Remodeling month and we are here to help with 5 tips for successful home remodeling on a budget. Capture a fresh new look or complete an entire home transformation with these money saving, nifty tips, all while sticking to your budget!
Are you up for the challenge? There’s no better time to start creating your dream home than now!

1. Get the Job Done Right the First Time

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Get results that will leave your family with a smile. Don’t deal with the mess of DIY failure or the inconvenience of disruptive contractors. About 25% percent of Miracle Method’s work is repairing DIY projects that failed or didn’t go as planned. Research kitchen and bath remodeling that’s made to last to maximize your investment. Quality work often comes with a warranty, Miracle Method offers a 5 year warranty on failure of adhesion and with good care often our refinishing lasts 15-20 years.

2. Don’t Break the Bank

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Preparation is key to remodeling. Take the time to set a budget, compare prices, and explore a variety of remodel options. Weigh out your decisions by preparing a comparison checklist to review all the pros, cons, associated costs and potential downtime of your space. Surface refinishing for example, when done by a qualified professional like Miracle Method, can save over 75% of the cost of a traditional replacement and have your space back in service as little as 1-2 days. There are high quality options that will save you money, if you just take time to do the research. Plus an added benefit, when you have a beautiful new kitchen and bath that didn’t break that bank!

3. Make Your Home Look New Again

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Recreate your home to look and feel beautiful again. Brainstorm ideas to create an open and new spacious layout. The simple trick of hanging high curtains will create a larger depth to amplify space. Add an illusion of home expansion with light color paint choices or funky wallpaper ceilings. Out with the old and in with the new can go a long ways in breathing new life into an old and tired space!

4. Elevate Trends

Home Remodeling MonthDeliver a stylish home makeover to accommodate modern, traditional, country, or casual decor. Home magazines like House Beautiful and HGTV are a fantastic tool to finding all the latest trends to inspire your new look. Search unique furniture pieces or designated themes on Pinterest to stimulate creativity and inspire new ideas. Convert upscale design into a thrifty experience by shopping local second hand stores to jazz up lightly used furniture or score awesome accessories. You never know what you might find!

5. Keep it Clean

The process of ripping out existing counter-tops and fixtures can be stressful enough and made worse by the mess created. Don’t let debris cloud your thinking space. Avoid the renovation chaos by selecting remodeling options that will minimize mess and demolition. For example, surface refinishing and painting with fresh light colors allows you to reinvigorate a space without demolition or messy replacement. Homemade Happiness.

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HomeAdvisor estimates kitchen remodel expenses between $11,371 and $28,853. Don’t let your budget get in the way of your remodeling wish. Miracle Method allows you to save up to 75% over the cost of replacement in as little as 2-3 days, serving over 1 million satisfied customers.

Check out stunning results from Miracle Method’s photo gallery. Find a location near you or call 855-212-7337 to speak with your local Miracle Method franchise.

Spring Cleaning Your Household Appliances

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Spring is the perfect time to catch up on all of those cleaning projects that only get done once or twice a year, like cleaning baseboards, blinds and ceiling fans. For a guide on deep cleaning your kitchen, you can refer to this previous post from January.

There are some areas of the home that obviously need cleaning, but what about the less obvious, like cleaning your household appliances? You spend a lot of money buying high-quality appliances and you want them to last, to perform at their full capacity, and also be energy efficient.

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Guide to Cleaning Your Household Appliances

  1. Cleaning the Dishwasher
    • Dip a damp cloth in some baking soda and clean smudges off of the door. Use a scouring pad to remove stubborn spots.
    • Run a wash load using powdered lemonade mix or Tang (remove all dishes first!) to remove hard water stains and deodorize the interior. The acid in the powder helps the cleaning action.
  2. Cleaning the Microwave
    • Use mild dishwashing liquid, baking soda, or glass cleaner to wipe down the inside of the microwave. Wash the glass tray in the dishwasher or in the sink in soapy water.
    • Never use commercial oven cleaner inside the microwave oven.
    • For really stubborn stains, place a glass measuring cup filled with 1 cup of water and 1/4 cup vinegar inside the oven and boil for 3 minutes. The stains will come off much easier.
    • To remove lingering odors, place a dish of vinegar inside the oven and let it sit overnight.
  3. Cleaning Range Hoods
    • On a regular basis, wipe down the exterior and interior of the range hood with a damp cloth. For a more thorough cleaning, use a solution of hot water, dishwashing liquid and ammonia. Be sure to wear protective gloves.
    • Remove the filter cover and wash it in hot, soapy water. Wipe the blades of the fan with the same solution listed above.
    • Clean metal mesh filters and replace the filters on non-vented range hoods every 6-9 months or according to the manufacturer recommendations (refer to your owner’s manual.)
    • Do not wash charcoal filters.
  4. Cleaning Ovens
    • Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when cleaning your oven. The self-cleaning cycle, while effective, also shortens the life of the unit due to the extremely high temperatures. Commercial cleaners are also dangerous when they come in contact with your skin or eyes. Be sure to wear protective eye wear and gloves when cleaning your oven.
  5. Cleaning Refrigerators
    • Defrost the freezer section of your refrigerator when the frost gets to be about 1/2″ thick. Remove all of the food and place it in an ice chest to keep it cool. It’s good to do this when your supply gets low! It’s also a great time to toss any expired items or those with freezer burn- it happens to the best of us! Remove all shelves, racks and trays and wash them hot, soapy water. Dry thoroughly.
    • Use a hair dryer to help melt the ice.
    • Wipe down the entire interior with a mild spray cleaner. Dry thoroughly before returning the shelves, racks and food.
    • Vacuum the dust behind the bottom grill every 6 months.
    • Place an open box of baking soda in the back of the fridge to absorb odors. (Or try one of these– Arm & Hammer’s monthly replaceable filters!)
    • To clean the outside, use a damp cloth dipped in baking soda. Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth.

If you regularly keep up with these tasks, they won’t be too overwhelming and you can extend the life of your appliances!

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