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Questions to Ask a Bathroom Contractor Get the most from your initial contractor meeting A consultation is essential before getting started any major home renovation project, including converting a bathtub/shower combo into a walk-in shower. According to Bruce Berey, owner of Gainey Flooring Solutions in Scottsdale, AZ, a good contractor will typically do the initial […]

Shower Remodels: The Gainey Flooring Difference Not All Shower Remodels Are Created Equal So you're thinking about replacing your old shower/bathtub combo with a new walk-in shower. Smart move. You'll eliminate the need to climb in and out of the tub every time you take a shower, which can be scary — and hazardous — […]

6 Ways a Walk-in Shower Prevents Injuries Turning an old bathtub/shower combo into a beautifully tiled walk-in shower looks great. What's even better is that it can prevent injuries. Converting an existing bathtub into a walk-in shower is a signature service of Scottsdale, Arizona-based Gainey Flooring Solutions, experts in these remodels for over 25 years. […]

Planning A DIY Hardwood Flooring Installation? Here's What You Need To Know Difficulty level: High | Time required: 3-5 days (150-250sf a day) In this project DIY hardwood floor installation tutorial, you can review all the considerations and planning that needs to be done in order to do a DIY hardwood floor install. Armed with all the step-by-step’s […]

What’s important when selecting a contractor When you find a contractor there’s so many things going on in your mind; can I trust them in my home, will they take the money and run, how do I know they will do a good job? How quickly do they respond to your call, set up an appointment with […]

So, you've decided to follow the white kitchen trend. Good move! Real estate agents say that white kitchens sell homes. Gone are the days of the natural wood cabinets, dark richly colored walls, and busy backsplashes. When it comes to kitchens, the whiter the better! But, you might be thinking that you don't want white […]

Hardwood Floors: DIY or Professional installation  Your realtor tells you hardwood floors increase your home's value.  Your pet-loving neighbor recommends hardwood floors for easy cleaning.  Your DIY friend assures you the installation of natural finish oak floors was a breeze. You're ready to make the commitment to hardwood floors. Do you do the project yourself […]

Today, most people are concerned with choosing flooring that is attractive, durable and affordable. But, the demand for eco-friendly flooring ideas is rising, and these needs are not necessarily mutually exclusive. When it comes to sustainable flooring options, there are quite a few. And some look great, are cost effective and even durable. Here are […]

If you are building a house or just considering a change in flooring, you might be curious about acid stained concrete in Arizona. This type of flooring is found often in commercial buildings, and you might have been impressed with the way it looks. There are many options, from colors to polish sheen to aggregate […]

If you or your parents are 65 or older, there is a 40% chance that you or they will enter an elderly care facility at some point. This means just under half of people who survive past 65 will have to leave their home and move into a new environment. Moving is stressful for anyone, […]