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If you’re thinking about remodeling, you’re likely considering what kind of investment it will mean — and whether that investment will pay off if you sell your home.  Whether you’re considering a bathroom remodel, kitchen remodel, basement remodel, or whole house remodel, we’ve got some answers you might like! The good news is, statistics for 2013 show that this year is expected to bring better return on your remodeling investment than much of recent history.  According to the Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report 2013 there is an increase in the cost-value ratio of home building and remodeling projects due to lower costs and stabilizing house prices. What does this mean for you?  Well, according to statistics specific to the Minneapolis...
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At some point during our beautiful MN summers we stop wondering when it will finally get hot, and start trying to find ways to stay cool.  While we don’t recommend cooping up indoors for long (summer will be gone before we know it!) it’s nice to have a cool and restful space indoors to recoup from too much sun, or enjoy some not-so-humid downtime.  And once the weather turns chilly again, an indoor hideout is definitely in order.  Your basement is just the place! Whether your basement is an empty mess of concrete that needs to be finished or you have some usable space but improvements are in order, here are 5 design tips for sprucing up your basement into...
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Your entryway is the first thing that welcomes you into your home.  And no doubt it’s a necessary, well-used space.  Why not make it as cozy and practical as the rest of your house?  Whether your entry is a separate mudroom space, or simply a section of your living room or kitchen, here are some great tips to take it up a notch: Reserved Seating: Include one piece of furniture that can double as a place to set things and a place to sit down while taking shoes off.  This can be a pretty antique chair, a roomy bench, or just a sturdy crate.  Whatever fits your space and style. Hang In There: Every entry should include a space to...
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We are proud to have worked with the Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter in Stillwater to completely redesign and rebuild their new deck, a big part of the restaurant’s look, atmosphere, and seating. The previous deck was in poor shape and needed to be replaced.  We were able to successfully redesign the deck with a more spacious and efficient layout.  Now more than 2,000 feet of cedar decking will ensure fun-loving enjoyment and practical space for this German restaurant for year’s to come. Celebrate with us!  The Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter is having a deck launch party on Saturday and Sunday, June 1st & 2nd, 2-8pm each day!  Check out more details at their website here, and come join us in Stillwater for...
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Before we know it, summer will hit the Twin Cities and we’ll be spending as much time as possible outdoors.  Now is the time to prepare your yard and home so you can enjoy the warm weather when it arrives rather than using those beautiful days to tackle projects!  Here are 5 great ideas to getting the most out of your home and yard during the outdoor season here in Minnesota: 1. Update or Add-on to your Deck Wooden decks are slated to have a lifespan of about 10-20 years.  Is yours past its prime?  Whether it simply needs a new coat of paint or you’re ready to tear down and start from scratch, now is the time to do...
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You’ve finally picked out the perfect paint color.  After taping samples to your walls for weeks, eyeing them in different lights, and matching them up to rugs, towels, or tile, you’ve got it!   Then you arrive at the paint store only to discover that a whole new decision awaits.  You have to decide on the paint finish too? Paint finishes may seem confusing.  We’re here to give you a simple guide to selecting your paint finish based on the wall, room, or project, so that once you’ve finalized that color, you’re all set to go!  Most paint brands have four to five paint finishes to choose from, and they’re really all quite similar, even though the names might vary....
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Here in Minnesota, we’re definitely ready for Spring!  And it will come.  We’ll put aside the snow shovels, hide the boots, and start to get excited about going outside rather than curling up by our fireplaces! Spring is also the time of year that’s perfect to wipe out those home projects that you don’t want lingering into Summer.  If you’ve got the itch to make a few changes to your home, big or small, take a cue from this list of 5 Spring remodeling projects that may be just what your home needs: 1. Sand those Floors – Maybe your floors have taken a beating from people and pets, or maybe you just want to upgrade to something new!  This...
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Remodeling a home always has its own custom direction, but every few years there are trends seen throughout the industry.  Based on how families function today, the use of technology, eco-friendly product availability, and the economic direction of our country, here are some trends that will likely be seen in home remodeling throughout 2013. 1. Healthier and more Eco-Friendly Homes Green materials and sustainability have finally become mainstream, proving that green can be beautiful and practical.   And with many of us trying to live healthier lives, the positive impact on our planet is a natural result.  Creating healthier homes can be done in many ways: Using low volatile organic compounds (voc) paints & coatings Investing in materials free of...
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From all of us here at Andrus Built, we’d like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year! Thanks to all our friends, family and amazing clients 2012 was a great year and we are looking forward with excitement to the year ahead. Best Wishes in 2013! Sincerely ~ Doug & the Andrus Built Team  
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