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Benno's Restoration

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50 years of experience

Benno's Restoration, established in 1975, is a locally owned and operated restoration and fine woodworking business conveniently located in downtown Kalamazoo and South Haven, MI. We are insured, with both liability and worker's compensation coverage and employ only skilled, reliable artisans who share our commitment to craftsmanship and professionalism. The team at Benno's works directly with general contractors, architects, interior designers, builders and private clients to provide preservation and architectural woodwork services for institutional, commercial and residential projects.

Benno's Restoration, established in 1975, is a locally owned and operated restoration and fine woodworking business conveniently located in downtown Kalamazoo and South Haven, MI. We are insured, with both liability and worker's compensation coverage and employ only skilled, reliable artisans who share our commitment to craftsmanship and professionalism. The team at Benno's works directly with general contractors, architects, interior designers, builders and private clients to provide preservation and architectural woodwork services for institutional, commercial and residential projects.

Lake Street Design Studio

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Lake Street Design Studio

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22 years of experience

Dawn Whyte, Principal Designer and owner of Designs by Dawn, is a life long resident of northern Michigan, and has been designing nationally recognized kitchens, baths and other unique interior spaces since 1998. In 2003, Dawn established Designs by Dawn Inc, and partnered with Renee Guthrie, of Renee Guthrie Design, to form The Lake Street Design Studio. The growing business, located in downtown Petoskey, now employs a talented design team and offers homeowners, builders and developers complete design services and all of the interior products necessary for a functional and beautiful space. Along with her team of designers and associates, Dawn upholds a commitment to quality and value that guarantees each client a pleasurable design experience and a timeless space that will be enjoyed for years to come. Dawn believes in exceptional communication to build strong client and trade relationships; her goal is happy clients with finished spaces that perfectly suit their needs and aesthetic desires.

Dawn Whyte, Principal Designer and owner of Designs by Dawn, is a life long resident of northern Michigan, and has been designing nationally recognized kitchens, baths and other unique interior spaces since 1998. In 2003, Dawn established Designs by Dawn Inc, and partnered with Renee Guthrie, of Renee Guthrie Design, to form The Lake Street Design Studio. The growing business, located in downtown Petoskey, now employs a talented design team and offers homeowners, builders and developers complete design services and all of the interior products necessary for a functional and beautiful space. Along with her team of designers and associates, Dawn upholds a commitment to quality and value that guarantees each client a pleasurable design experience and a timeless space that will be enjoyed for years to come. Dawn believes in exceptional communication to build strong client and trade relationships; her goal is happy clients with finished spaces that perfectly suit their needs and aesthetic desires.

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Furniture Refinishing questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can tackle small rooms yourself if you're handy and have a flat, clean subfloor to work with. But seams must be sealed properly, or the barrier will fail. Any gaps will let moisture sneak through and defeat the purpose of installing this more expensive type of carpet padding. For larger rooms or areas, professional installation is usually worth the extra cost.

Removing the original paint or stain before refinishing is a good idea, as it ensures the new finish bonds strongly to the wood. If you skip the stripping or sanding step, the new finish may peel or flake away from the railing easily. Using a wood stripper will completely remove the old stain or paint while sanding will help to prime the surface.

You can modernize an old-looking closet by just painting it, but beyond that, consider electric elements like recessed or accent lighting. If this is a large and deep closet, you can consider adding an island to the middle or a nice ottoman on a rug. Luxury closets will have even more items, like felt-lined drawers for watches and jewelry, in-wall safes, electronic shoe storage, or a tablet catalog of their items.

Strat decluttering for the holidays by removing trash and organizing items into different piles that you’ll keep, donate and toss out. Whatever you intend to keep, find a specific place for it, and if you buy something, get rid of an item that’s taking up space. Start small, go room-by-room, and don’t try to declutter all at once—doing so can get overwhelming.

Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it’s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.

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