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12 Kitchen Cabinet Door Styles to Choose From

12 Kitchen Cabinet Door Styles to Choose From

The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, and the cabinets play a significant role in its functionality and aesthetics. Kitchen cabinet door styles can dramatically impact the overall look and feel of your kitchen. With a wide array of options available, choosing 

DIY Home Movie Theater Room Reveal – Building on a Budget

DIY Home Movie Theater Room Reveal – Building on a Budget

“I can’t afford a home theater” is a myth that many homeowners believe to be true. And I get it…the equipment, the furniture, the projector, the speakers…it all adds up and there is also an underlying pressure to get top-of-the-line EVERYTHING. But folks, I’m here 

How High Should you Hang Your Dining Room Chandelier?

How High Should you Hang Your Dining Room Chandelier?

The dining room chandelier is more than just a source of light; it’s a statement piece, a focal point that sets the tone for your entire dining experience. The right chandelier can transform an ordinary meal into an elegant and atmospheric affair, but getting the 

Guide to the Best Paint Sprayers for Painting Cabinets

Guide to the Best Paint Sprayers for Painting Cabinets

When it comes to giving your cabinetry whether it be in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry room or bar area a fresh and updated look, painting cabinets can be a game-changer. However, achieving that flawless, professional finish can be a challenging task if you don’t have 

Urbane Bronze Paint Color on Cabinets

Urbane Bronze Paint Color on Cabinets

Want a paint color that is striking and sophisticated and also exudes timeless elegance? Say hello to Urbane Bronze by Sherwin Williams. After sampling many colors, we knew that this color would be PERFECT for our basement bar makeover for many reasons which we highlight 

The Best Ice Buckets for Your Home Bar

The Best Ice Buckets for Your Home Bar

A well-stocked home bar is a pride for any enthusiast, but to truly create a memorable experience, attention to detail is key. One often overlooked yet essential item in any bar setup is the perfect ice bucket. While it’s not always for everyday use and 

How Many Stools Should Be At Your Kitchen Island?

How Many Stools Should Be At Your Kitchen Island?

The kitchen island has become a focal point in homes today, serving as a multifunctional space for food preparation, cooking, dining, and most definitely socializing. When designing a new kitchen and kitchen island, one crucial aspect is determining the number of counter or bar stools 

Best DIY Cabinet Paint

Best DIY Cabinet Paint

Are you ready to give your kitchen cabinets a makeover or are you craving a new look for your bathroom vanity? Well, have no fear, because a fresh coat of paint can do wonders for transforming the look of your cabinets. After hours of research, 

Our Basement Bar Makeover Reveal

Our Basement Bar Makeover Reveal

If you follow Arched Manor, you probably know we like to prioritize our renovations based on how much we use the space.  Well, we deviated a bit this go around…our latest project is our basement bar, which we don’t use a lot, but we do 

Our Window Replacement Experience

Our Window Replacement Experience

This post is sponsored by Renewal by Andersen but we are sharing our own opinion and experience. When we moved into The Arched Manor back in 2019, we knew one of the first things we were going to need to focus on (besides refinishing the