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Thanksgiving Entertaining Ideas

October 31, 2017 By miraclemethod

Hosting the holidays doesn’t have to be stressful. With a little advanced preparation, you can feel relaxed this holiday season, even if you’re hosting Thanksgiving! Here are some Thanksgiving entertaining ideas to help you prepare for the holiday season.

Tablescape

Pinterest has a plethora of creative ideas for seasonal table settings. By incorporating natural elements like tree stumps, pine cones, pumpkins and squash, you’ll create an affordable yet seasonal tablescape. Unleash your creativity this holiday season!

Meal Plan

Sit down about 3-4 weeks out and put together a meal plan. Search websites like www.recipes.com and Pinterest for new recipes to mix things up a bit. Instead of only using the same recipes you used last year, try something new! Serve homemade apple sauce instead of cranberry sauce, or make stuffing from scratch instead of using a boxed mix. Proper planning gives you more time to try out new recipes without stressing out!

Be sure to test the recipes in advance. Don’t wait for the big day to try a new recipe. If you’re thinking about trying a new recipe, give it a test run before the holidays arrive. You can make a smaller batch for the first go-around to make sure it’s something you want to serve to guests.

Prepare for Your Guests

Assign Dishes to Guests – Once you’ve made your meal plan and collected all of your recipes, assign small side dishes for your guests to bring. One guest can bring the sweet potatoes, another is assigned green bean casserole, beverages or dessert. This way, your guests will feel like they are contributing and there is less for you as the host to do.

Cut Coupons – Pretty much all grocery stores have specials during the holidays. Watch the free circulars that come in your mailbox and buy non-perishable items in advance when they are on sale. Search online for digital coupons and subscribe to the free rewards program for the grocery store you most frequently shop with to take advantage of preferred customer pricing.

Make it Memorable – Create simple notecards for everyone to jot down what they are thankful for, then go around the table and share. This will create lasting memories and meaningful conversation. For more ideas on bringing “thanks” to your thanksgiving table, click here!

Buy Affordable Containers for Guests to Take Home Leftovers – There are always plenty of leftovers from Thanksgiving dinner. In fact, many people prefer the leftovers to the meal on the actual holiday. Prepare by picking up inexpensive semi-disposable containers from the dollar store so that your guests can take home various entrees and side dishes (and don’t forget dessert!) to enjoy later. This way, you’re not sending everyone home with your good storage containers that you may or may not ever see again.

For more ideas on how to prepare your home for Thanksgiving, visit our website here or call us at 855-212-7337.

Hiring a Professional vs DIY Countertop Refinishing

February 10, 2016 By miraclemethod

DIY is super trendy for 2016. Just spend about 5 minutes on Pinterest and you will see everything from DIY cabinet refinishing to installing pallet walls. Often, doing it yourself is a great option – you can not only save money, but you can do it exactly the way you want, rather than relying on someone else to bring your vision to fruition. YouTube and Pinterest are both great resources for step-by-step instructions and videos on DIY projects. There are some projects that are however, not well suited for DIY and refinishing a bathtub or countertop is one of them.

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We know, because Miracle Method is often called in the midst of DIY refinishing jobs to save the day. Here are just a few examples of what can go wrong when you attempt to refinish yourself:

Potential problems with DIY refinishing

DIY products are simply not of the same quality or durability of the industrial grade products we use.
DIY options have no bond between coatings and the original surface, so peeling is a common problem.
DIY kits are rolled on and highly susceptible to streaking.
DIY coatings dry quickly but they don’t cure quickly, so the smallest items can cause dents.
DIY topcoats are often not waterproof and may result in a cloudy appearance in addition to being “soft” and scratched easily.
Safety – refinishing chemicals are strong and require use of a respirator – not just a dust mask, most do-it-yourselfers are not equipped with proper safety equipment, increasing their risk of injury or harm.

Professional, Beautiful & Durable Refinishing

Do yourself a huge favor and save yourself a massive headache by using a professional when it comes to refinishing. DIY is just not fun when it wastes time and money on something that won’t last or doesn’t work. Miracle Method’s refinishes can last 15 years and longer with proper care – which is why we have the best warranty in the industry.

Benefits of hiring a quality professional from Miracle Method

Two- phase cleaning process removes dirt, grease & build-up from original surface.
Burn marks, knife cuts, chips and scratches are completely repaired.
Miracle Method’s proprietary bonding agent ensures coatings have a molecular bond to the original surface to minimize any chance of peeling.
Over 30 Natural Accent® colors to choose from, applied using a high tech spray process to ensure a smooth and even finish.
Waterproof acrylic clear coat for a beautiful, high-quality result.
Professional masking to protect surrounding fixtures, cabinetry and walls from any overspray or damage!

Leave your countertop refinishing projects to the pros at Miracle Method. Find a Miracle Method location near you or call today for a FREE estimate 855-212-7337.

Preparing Your Bathroom for Holiday Guests without the Stress

November 20, 2015 By miraclemethod

It’s mid-November and the holidays are just around the corner. It can be a very stressful time of the year with lots of shopping and cooking and preparing the home for guests, not to mention having the family together. The to-do lists can be overwhelming and it’s easy to overdo it and expect everything to be perfect.

The reality is, even when the holidays are approaching, regular life is still happening. The kids need help with homework. Dinner needs to be prepared. The laundry needs to be done. The dog needs to go to the groomer. The furnace is acting up, and to top it all off, your son dropped the handheld shower nozzle and chipped the side of the tub.

Take a deep breath, a chip can easily be repaired. You don’t have to call a contractor to rip out the tub and replace it. Miracle Method can help. Not only can Miracle Method refinish the entire tub, but we repair chips and cracks all the time. You want your guest bath to look nice for your guests and Miracle Method provides a great alternative to costly and time consuming replacement.

So, you’ve got the chip fixed, what are some other things you can do to make your bathroom look and feel great for guests?

A deep clean – clean the floor and baseboards and clean around all of the fixtures. Put on some music and get the family involved in helping.
Purchase a new bath rug at an online or local discount retailer. There are sales everywhere during the holidays. Don’t pay full price!
Pick up a scented candle and some decorative soaps to display on the counter
Place some travel-sized toiletries in a basket such as deodorant, toothpaste, mouthwash, a spare toothbrush, shampoo, conditioner and hand lotion. If your guests have forgotten something in your luggage, no need to worry – you’ve already got it on hand.
Wash the shower curtain and liner to freshen them up.
Clear out some storage space for guests to store their personal things.
Make sure there is extra toilet paper under the sink.

If your guests feel comfortable and at home, they will enjoy their stay more and you won’t have to be catering to them as much. Preparing for their stay ahead of time means less running around for you and more time for conversation and fun.

For more information how Miracle Method can help prepare your guest bathrooms for holiday guests, give us a call at 855-212-7337 or visit http://www.miraclemethod.com/find-a-location.php to find a location near you.

Miracle Method Surface Refinishing Franchise Honors Military Veterans

February 6, 2015 By miraclemethod

This beautiful antique bathtub was created by Miracle Method of Cleveland Ohio to pay tribute to and honor all those who are serving and have served this great nation. The armed forces flag tub made its debut January 23^rd, 2015 at the 3 day Cleveland Remodeling Show and it was not only a showstopper, but also a crowd favorite. This is wonderful example of the high quality refinishing provided by Miracle Method franchises located though out North America.

It’s easy to see why more people prefer to use Miracle Method than any other refinisher and bathtubs are just one part of the long list of services Miracle Method provides. From bathroom safety to updated countertops, the transformations are stunning. Call your local office for a free estimate or visit www.miraclemethod.com today for more information.

Holiday College Work

January 12, 2015 By miraclemethod

Colleges and universities campuses across the country are celebrating the holidays with large refinishing projects. Miracle Method’s refinishing process is a cost-effective way to update restroom tile floors, walls and even partitions and vanities quickly over winter, summer and spring breaks. Students returning to college dorms and campus restrooms are astounded by the results of the modern transformations.

Thanks to Miracle Method, thousands of students will be returning to updated showers, tile floors and vanities in residence halls, locker rooms and academic buildings. Some of the schools using Miracle Method over the holidays include The University of Alabama, Michigan State University, University of Illinois, New Mexico State, Augustana College, University of Texas, SUNY Fredonia, LSU, Illinois Wesleyan University, Georgia Tech and Wharton County Jr. College.

Miracle Method’s goal is to be able to provide colleges and universities from across the United States and Canada with affordable and durable surface refinishing solutions. Facility Manager count on Miracle Method to effectively maintain quality living spaces for their students. Take a look at some incredible refinishing work from Miracle Method right here!