JBrothers Blog http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog Home Improvement Twin Cities Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:20:05 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 JbrothersBloghttp://feedburner.google.com Man Cave http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2012/02/man-cave/ http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2012/02/man-cave/#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:20:05 +0000 Teri http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/?p=97 Check out our newest photos of a Man Cave project completed by J Brothers!

This basement has evolved over the years from an unfinished space for little boys to run their trucks and ride their bikes to a hang out for teens with air hockey, pinball machines and more to now a place for dad. The children have grown up and now it’s the perfect spot for entertaining the  empty-nesters’ friends and for the man of the house to unwind at the end of the day.  The room walks out to a patio for a cigar at the fire pit and provides more entertaining room in nice weather.

Notice the martini glass shaped sink, the television in the bar area, the curtains that provide sound absorption in theatre room, curved bar base with tile and other details that make it a great space!

 

 

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There was a great article in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on Wednesday, February 1. One tip was to have five file folders and label them Action, To Do, To Read, To File and the last one with a category you may have a lot of paper for such as school papers, etc. When you get your piece of paper, make a rule that you will not touch it more than two times and opening the mail counts as the first time! Act on that piece of paper right away–file it or throw it!

I liked this tip–especially the part about only touching it twice. I tend to move my papers from one place to another so I’m going to try to adhere to this tip!

Happy Organizing!

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Would you like to update your kitchen with new counter tops or back splash or make it more functional for your family? Contact us for a free no obligation estimate along with ideas for your kitchen.

Is your lower level functioning at its best for your family? As your family changes, this is one area that can grow and change over time to keep up with the various stages of your family’s life. With over 34 years in the building industry and raising our own family of three sons and one daughter, we can help you best utilize your space for your family! A space for young children? The hangout spot for your teenagers? A man cave?  A gathering space for your expanding family of in-laws and grand-children? Let us help you utilize this space to its maximum potential.

Pricing has never been better for your indoor projects–call or e-mail today to set up a meeting with J Brothers!

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Here are the things you need to check before the snow comes:

  • Gutters
  • Roof condition
  • Chimney
  • Snow shovels, snow blower
  • Window caulking
  • Door weatherstripping

Remember, J Brothers can get your home ready for winter! Call or e-mail today!

We hope you had a Blessed Thanksgiving!

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Induction cooktops are becoming very popular. They are really neat and amazing! Our friends have one and they were showing us how you can put a piece of paper towel on the burner while it is on, put a pan over it and the towel will not burn, but the items will cook in the pan! Gas cooktops are still the most popular. As far as ovens, double wall ovens are becoming more common.

I hope you enjoyed your summer!

]]> http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/09/2011-kitchen-trends-part-3/feed/ 0 NARI of MN ACE Award Winner http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/07/nari-of-mn-ace-award-winner/ http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/07/nari-of-mn-ace-award-winner/#comments Wed, 06 Jul 2011 20:19:33 +0000 Teri http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/?p=80 We are very pleased to announce that J Brothers Home Improvement has received the 2011 Achievement in Consumer Excellence Award! This is the second year that the Minnesota Chapter of the National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI of MN) has offered the award. The award is given to Remodelers whose customers rank them high in the following categories: quality, responsiveness, meeting deadlines, professionalism, and communication. We also won the award in 2010 and are very proud of  the confidence and trust we have built with our customers!

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In Minnesota this is considered the start of summer. Please drive safely!

]]> http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/05/memorial-day/feed/ 0 2011 Kitchen Trends Part 2 http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/05/2011-kitchen-trends-part-2/ http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/05/2011-kitchen-trends-part-2/#comments Thu, 12 May 2011 21:15:13 +0000 Teri http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/?p=71 Unchilled wine storage is growing in popularity over wine refrigerators. Tall pantries, lazy Susans and pull-out racks are still favorites but appliance garages are losing their appeal.

When it comes to refrigerators, French doors have gained in popularity. Freezer-bottom models are still the favorite place for freezers, only 8% of designers in 2010 used freezer-top models!

The above information is from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) survey of more than 100 designers.

]]> http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/05/2011-kitchen-trends-part-2/feed/ 0 2011 Kitchen Trends Part 1 http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/05/2011-kitchen-trends-part-1/ http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/2011/05/2011-kitchen-trends-part-1/#comments Mon, 02 May 2011 20:04:30 +0000 Teri http://www.jbrothershi.com/blog/?p=69 The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) survey of more than 100 designers have listed seven kitchen trends and four bathroom trends for 2011. Following are the first two trends in kitchens and I will report on the other trends in upcoming weeks.

Shaker style cabinets became the second most popular style by the end of 2010. Traditional style remains the number one kitchen design and while Shaker rose in popularity, Contemporary had a small decrease.

A dark natural finish has become the most used finish on cabinetry and close behind is medium natural followed by white painted and then glazed.

These two trends will continue in 2011. Watch for more trends in the upcoming weeks!

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