Foolproof home remodeling from Acclaim Renovations and Design
By Patricia Nugent
“Your life is the sum result of all the choices you make.” —Robert Foster Bennett
When it comes to selecting from literally thousands of choices of cabinetry, countertops and flooring for a kitchen or bath renovation, it’s easy to become overwhelmed.
Bob Gallese, owner of Acclaim Renovations & Design, says it’s an integral part of his job to navigate folks through the process.
“The bottom line is we fully appreciate how much people are spending on these renovations, and how much they don’t want to make a mistake they’ll have to live with,” he says.
“We take away any fear of making bad choices. Our 40-plus years of experience helps us coordinate all the elements into a final room that is the perfect reflection of their style and taste.”
Bob says that before he and the clients even arrive at the selection process, he’s already been in their home and gotten a feel for their style from the other rooms there.
He says at the Acclaim showroom, he and his team usually begin selecting cabinetry by asking simple questions, such as if the client prefers raised or recessed panels, then finding out whether they like paint or stain. The process is simplified by narrowing the selections offered to the client from the beginning.
After cabinetry is chosen, they peruse countertop samples, whether it’s quartz, granite or high-end laminates. They are shown pieces, finishes and edges that coordinate with the cabinetry.
Flooring and the backsplash are often the next big pieces of the décor to fall into place. Bob says his clients often opt for the very clean look of subway tiles as a backsplash to accent the countertops and cabinets. With flooring, tile and high-end luxury vinyl tile, as well as engineered hardwoods, provide durability and water resistance along with beautiful styles.
The selection process is completed with sinks, faucets, cabinet hardware and paint colors for the walls.
“Every step of the way, we guide the client to selections they will smile about for years,” he says.
Acclaim Renovations & Design powered by One Man and a Hammer is located at 8550 East Avenue in Mentor. Call 440-974-8082 or visit AcclaimReno.com for more information and to view some amazing before-and-after galleries of room makeovers.