When you’re looking for new homes, you’ll find that there are numerous home styles on the market, such as the Tudor, Colonial and Cape Cod. The American Craftsman home style is an architectural style that’s been around for a long time. It’s one of the more common home styles that you’re likely to see, but how exactly does one determine if a home is an American Craftsman?
Here are the defining features of the American Craftsman home style and how you can bring it to life.
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Even the most well-maintained home can still fall victim to the dangers of winter. The extreme cold and formation of ice and snow are particularly harmful to your gutters. Damaged or clogged gutters might seem small compared to other parts of your home affected by the season, but these types of problems can easily extend to your roof, your siding, and your foundations.[…] Read More
It’s important for all the parts of your roofing system to function properly. The most obvious areas are your shingles, decking and insulation. However, there are three special areas that are commonly forgotten or neglected: the fascia, soffit and gutters. They help maintain your roof even though their importance may not always be as obvious.[…] Read More
Compared to other materials used for siding, nothing compares to the natural beauty that cedar boards provide. On its own, cedar performs well under most weather conditions, from heat and cold, and varying levels of humidity. However, it does require some amount of maintenance to keep it in good shape. One of the most common maintenance steps cedar siding needs periodically is staining.[…] Read More
There’s something to be said about homes with a consistent and seamless design. When the trims of your replacement windows match the trims on your entry doors, it can make for a very coherent style and improve your curb appeal overall. However, while this is a reliable rule in architectural design, it is far from being hard and fast.
Today, contemporary designs focus more on flexibility and versatility, often consciously breaking some of the more traditional rules that used to dominate the industry in favor of visual appeal and uniqueness. Without a professional to help you make design decisions, matching doors and windows can be challenging for the average homeowner. Here are a few pointers from our experts at Homecraft® Inc. on how to approach this tricky situation.
Material can be a big factor when trying to match trims, stylings, and finishes. For example, vinyl windows might be a great choice for your home, but as an entry door, vinyl is far from ideal. The main concept to keep in mind here is that it’s perfectly fine to match these two important parts of your home but don’t let this limit your design possibilities.
Entry doors hold a special position in the facade of your home. In fact, most designers choose to make them “pop out” by choosing bright and bold colors that don’t necessarily blend well with the rest of your style. Contrasting helps to give emphasis on certain points of your design. It can also help you make a statement with your front door.
Of course, there are also proponents to sticking to traditional architectural styles. If you’ve recently had a wood window installation, then it would also work well to match it with an entry door that has a nice wood grain texture.
At Homecraft® Inc., we can help you maximize the curb appeal of your home with the right doors and windows. Call us at (302) 798-0302 to schedule a design consultation and get a free estimate on your home improvement project today. We serve homeowners in Wilmington and Bear, DE.
Finding a good material for replacement windows can be a little bit challenging. The dozens of options you can choose from can easily throw off the average homeowner. One of the most popular materials today is vinyl and while it has many advantages, it might not be the right choice for some homes.
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There’s a widespread notion that most home improvement projects, like roof repair or replacement jobs, are best left for any season other than winter. In the past, it is true that some materials work best when applied in dry conditions so contractors recommend taking on construction work during times when the weather is more favorable. Today, however, advancements have made it possible for most roofing products to be used whatever the season may be.[…] Read More
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