Upgrade to Granite—Free

Babin Kitchen & Bath is offering a complimentary premium upgrade to either granite countertops or a stainless steel appliance—but it’s for a limited time only.

By: Ken McEntee
Date: 02/04/2009
It’s pretty much always a good time to upgrade your kitchen. That’s because a gorgeous, modern kitchen not only improves your quality of life, it also increases the value of your home. “A kitchen upgrade is an investment that you will realize a legitimate return on,” says Mike Rich, co-owner of Babin Kitchen & Bath, the largest independently owned cabinet supply company in Northeastern Ohio. “Imagine an investment these days that actually delivers a return. Even a small investment that focuses on key upgrades can bring an old kitchen back to life in a big way.”

By offering a kitchen for any budget, Babin makes it affordable to make the most popular room in the house also the most beautiful.
Especially now.

That’s because Babin—in conjunction with the Cleveland Home and Garden Show—is offering a show certificate for a no-cost granite countertop upgrade or a no-cost stainless appliance upgrade with the purchase of kitchen cabinets. That’s a rock solid deal.

“You pay for laminate, but you get granite,” Mike explains. “We have an assortment of beautiful color selections to choose from. Or, you pay for white appliances and receive a free upgrade to comparable stainless steel appliances. It’s your choice.”

Once you’ve seen the look of timeless elegance granite brings to a new kitchen, you surely don’t need to be convinced about its beauty and value. If the higher cost has been an obstacle, Babin has removed it.

Just in case you are faced with the crowds anticipated at the Babin booth and are unable to get your hands on one of these limited supply upgrade certificates, Mimi has negotiated with Babin to offer her readers a coupon for either complimentary upgrade.This remarkable offer is good for all kitchens ordered from now through February 19. All you have to do is visit one of Babin’s three showrooms and bring with you the certificate found on page 6 of this issue. Then, just get ready to bask in all of the kudos you will be receiving from your friends when they see your new kitchen.

Cabinets are the heart of the kitchen, Mike says. With a wide selection of cabinets by popular manufacturers like Kraft Maid, Merillat, Armstrong and Medallion, Babin’s team of designers and installers can deliver the perfect kitchen, whether you’re sprucing up a starter home or planning the gourmet kitchen of your dreams. Babin’s selection of kitchen appliances is as extensive as its cabinet lines and features brands like Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Viking, Sub-Zero and Wolf.

“We’ve installed almost 75,000 kitchens over 91 years,” Mike boasts. “There is a good chance that either you or one of your neighbors is enjoying a kitchen from Babin. This year alone we expect to complete more than 2,000 projects.”

Last fall’s merger with Warehouse Cabinets made Babin one of the largest turnkey kitchen suppliers in the Midwest.

“Where we stand out is that we offer cabinets, countertops, appliances and installation all under one roof,” explains Don Cochran, the founder of Warehouse Cabinets who joined Babin after the merger. “We are experienced professionals who can blend your dreams with our expertise to create a kitchen to your specifications—usually within a week. And the majority of our products are American made, many from right here in Ohio.”

But Babin brings more to the table than just selling cabinets, countertops and appliances. The company’s design staff offers the creativity and experience to save you from making common—and often costly—errors.
“The do-it-yourself stores accept your measurements and take your order,” Don says. “But we come to your house and measure to exact specifications. We avoid upfront design errors that can lead to disappointment and delays.”

And Babin’s designers excel at blending a great look with the necessary functionality to make your kitchen efficient as well as gorgeous.

“Our designers are here to help you on the journey,” Mike says. “You might not know exactly what you want when you come in, but you’ll know it when you see it.”

Babin’s 12,000 square foot showroom in Bedford Heights and its satellite showrooms in Broadview Heights and Sheffield Village feature dozens of kitchen, bathroom and other displays along with hundreds of samples.

Babin Kitchen & Bath features three Northeast Ohio locations:

• 5111 Richmond Rd., Bedford Hts.
216-292-2500

• 5240 Detroit Rd., Sheffield Village
440-777-6226

• 4761 E. Royalton Rd., Broadview Hts.
(the former Warehouse Cabinets location)
440-717-9500

Showroom hours are:
Monday and Wednesday, 9am-6pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 9am-7pm
Friday, 9am-5pm
Saturday, 9am-2pm


For more information, visit the website at:www.babinbuildingsolutions.com or
www.warehousecabinets.com.

The Top 8 Kitchen Dos and Don’ts

1. DON’T Under-light Your Kitchen Use well-placed task lights (like recessed lights and dimmers) and add at least one decorative fixture. Consider under-cabinet lighting.

2. DO Upgrade Your Appliances A little splurge here and there will deliver improved design, quality and performance.

3. DON’T Scrimp on the Cabinets Cheap cabinets don’t last. Use wood drawer boxes with appropriate slides. Consider custom features.

4. DO Think About the Backsplash Install decorative, easy-to clean backsplash material. Tile can be both durable and low-maintenance, while serving as a focal point for your new kitchen.

5. DON’T Neglect the Floor The impact of a new floor can be dramatic, particularly hardwood and ceramic.

6. DO the Right Design A good design is priceless. A qualified designer can arrange space, organize and help with selections and budgets. Early in the process, a Babin Kitchen & Bath designer will come right to your home to assure a beautiful design and your satisfaction.

7. DO Invest in Convenience Go with well-made plumbing fixtures and sinks. Quality slide-out storage maximizes space and convenience.

8. DON’T Put Costly Granite on Old Cabinets Older cabinets are often worn and not made well. Go with new cabinets unless your current ones are in excellent condition and reflect a functional layout you really love.

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