KASHAS BLOG
Remodeling With a Broken Supply Chain
Have you seen the empty shelves in almost every store? Shopping online isn’t any better, as more and more items seem to be backordered. It’s happening almost everywhere. We’re being told “supply chain issues” are causing the shortages. It’s something we...
Building a Custom Return Air Vent Grille
The Design Challenge How do you place a return air vent for the heating and cooling system without making it look bad? Our solution: build a custom return air vent grille. On a recent project, the framing over kitchen ceiling was done with manufactured trusses. In...
what to do with Kitchen Cabinet corners
Kitchen cabinet corner options The corners of kitchen cabinets pose a unique challenge. Most people want to maximize storage space, but the way it's typically done usually come with a series of compromises. Here's a few ways we've handled the challenge for clients....
Deck Rebuild on the Columbia River
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Kashas Design Build in the 2020 Virtual Remodeled Homes Tour
2020 Virtual Remodeled Homes Tour This year the Building Industry Association of Clark County decided to do their annual remodeled homes tour virtually via video. We hadn't participated in the tour for over 10 years (it's a lot to ask of a client to open their home...
What happens to the stuff we demolish?
No one wants to be wasteful Often when we remodel a client’s home we take out dated, but perfectly useful, fixtures, cabinets, appliances and more. Naturally, our clients care about where these items end up. We share their concern and would much rather see them put to...
Cedar Tongue & Groove Ceiling Options
With so many options for tongue and groove, how do you know which to choose?
How to do a tile backsplash with no outlets!
In this video we show you a couple of tricks to avoid filling your tile backsplash with holes while still getting lots of plug ins within easy reach. Check it out!
When and how to test for Asbestos
Myth: But, my house isn’t old enough to require testing! In our area we are required to test for asbestos before we renovate a home- no matter the age. Asbestos is a regulated, not prohibited, material and can still be found in many products. According the the SWCAA...