Before and After: An Inexpensive, Renter-Friendly DIY Backsplash (For Real!)
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2y ago
Installing tiled kitchen backsplashes can be expensive, especially with inflation going up and labor availability going down. And for those considering the DIY route, keep in mind that as a professional handyman who's done all kind of messy jobs.... I still hate cutting tile. So when it came to finishing out our kitchen, I asked my wife to find a solution that didn't involve a tile saw. We knew we'd only need a small amount, since our sink is in front of a window and we just needed to cover the part behind the stove. One possibility would be to simply use a nice color of backsplash pain ..read more
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Why I Love Working in an Arty Town
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3y ago
I really love my job, and I think the best part of it is getting to meet so many incredible locals, whether they've been here all their lives or just moved into town. (We seem to be getting a lot of people moving down here from Chicago lately.) And now that we've set up our separate brand as professional picture hangers near Asheville, we also get to "meet" a lot of wonderful art collections. Last week we worked with a delightful couple who had a large collection including some great pieces from local painters, like this one of guinea hens by the artist known as Cornbread. On the right is a ..read more
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The Most Dangerous Color to Paint Your Walls
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3y ago
Well, it's been a year, but I'm back to blogging! What can I say but the old refrain, "I've been busy." And one of the things that's kept me most busy has been interior painting in Asheville. This year we're starting to see a little more color sneaking in. I know Maximalism has been a big trend in Architectural Digest for quite awhile, and it's finally starting to come to our mountain town. I've already blogged about picking paint colors and how to paint with bold colors, but there's one painter's secret I haven't mentioned, which is how to choose the best version of the most dangerous color ..read more
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Announcing a New Service for Interior Designers (and Homeowners) near Asheville, NC
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4y ago
Over the years we've gotten to know some of the best interior designers near Asheville, and one thing we've learned from them is that it can be tough to find someone to do the little jobs that bring a beautiful room together. That's why I'm thrilled to announce a new service from The Handyman Plan, LLC: we're now available for checklists of small tasks like: Hanging heavy artwork Installing mirrors Replacing light fixtures Interior painting in single rooms ... and all of those other little jobs that bring your decor together. Since we have a half-day minimum, we recommend bundling several ..read more
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You and Your Loved Ones
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4y ago
"Joseph the Carpenter" by Georges de La Tour, oil on canvas, 1642. Every day we are grateful for our wonderful customers and readers. We hope you're having a safe and cozy holiday season, and we wish you a happy and wholesome New Year ..read more
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Kitchen Renovations (and More!) in Asheville, NC
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4y ago
If you're trying to get a kitchen remodeled in the Asheville area, I might have just the guy for you. Today I have the pleasure of introducing a new member of our network of craftsmen: Sam Hubbard of Hubbard Carpentry and Remodeling. Sam recently moved here from South Carolina, and I learned from a friend that he was looking for new remodeling jobs in the Asheville and Waynesville areas. As always, the first thing I asked to see was his portfolio of work, and I was truly impressed. Check out this before-and-after of a big farmhouse kitchen renovation he recently did. The b ..read more
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How to Save Money on "Custom" Cabinets
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4y ago
Sometimes you have a vision for a centerpiece in your home that can't be accomplished with out-of-the-box cabinets from the hardware store. When that happens you might think of having custom cabinets made. But custom can be expensive, so here's a trick to save money: ask about semi-custom cabinets. ​Today I'll show you an example of a semi-custom job and how well it turned out. It started with a phone call from local interior designer Liz Hackett.  One of her clients, a couple living in West Asheville, loves to entertain and wanted to create a cocktail bar in their dining room. After ..read more
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Replacing a Can Light with a Regular Light
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4y ago
Not long ago I had a customer who wanted to replace a big recessed can light with a more ordinary light fixture. Of course, she had the electrician come out first to remove the existing can light and install a box for the new fixture. But that left a big hole around the new box. This is one of the more tricky drywall repairs because of course, you can't just fill in this hole with skim coat and be done with it! I started by adding a support made of thin wood which I screwed to the existing drywall. Then I added a custom-cut patch to fill in. My first patch was actually a bit small, and I s ..read more
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When Do You Need a Plumber or Electrician (Instead of a Handyman)?
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4y ago
Summer is almost here, the weather is fine, and calls to our Asheville handyman service are picking back up! As an essential business, we're still open during the COVID-19 shutdown, although of course we're practicing safety precautions. ​Luckily I already have a pretty good mask: Try getting a virus through this! As calls have picked up, we've been getting a lot of service requests from people who really need a plumber or an electrician, not a handyman. So when do you need a licensed specialist? For electrical work, a good rule of thumb is that most handymen are willing to make changes t ..read more
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COVID-19 Update
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5y ago
As you may know, both Buncombe and Madison County have issued "Stay at Home" alerts. We are complying with these requirements, However, if you need services which are necessary for the safety and operation of your residence or an Essential Business, we may be able to assist. Please contact us for more information. Contact Us ..read more
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