True Tones by Wilsonart® Offer Vibrant Color Choices for Laminate...

True Tones, a new line from the Wilsonart Spectrum collection, is a semi-custom laminate offering that redefines color choice in the industry. With 27 of the most sought-after colors, True Tones brings the latest evolution in optical solid color to High Pressure Laminate (HPL) countertops. Ideal for hospitality, healthcare, education, and retail environments, True Tones is an excellent low-maintenance solution for high-touch areas with superior stain, wear, impact and scratch resistance compared to traditional veneers, vinyl, and wood, bringing years of quality performance. Plus, it offers the ability to customize the colors, so it’s a great choice when our clients…

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VanitEase™ Delivers Affordable Elegance for a Budget-Friendly...

According to the 2023 U.S. Houzz & Home Study, the median price for homeowners remodeling a master bath in 2022 was $13,500 – $5,500 more than what homeowners spent in 2020. For a guest or secondary bathroom remodel, the cost for homeowners was $5,000. For that reason, it’s expected that 2024 home improvement projects will center around relatively low-investment, high-return projects that allow current homeowners to enjoy the space they’re in. Fortunately, there are ways to save and alternatives to pricey materials that can help make any bathroom feel new again without sacrificing budget. Overall, design and construction experts agree…

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L.E. Smith Introduces Innovative Countertop and Cabinetry Packages...

In order to meet the demand from clients who were seeking one provider to manage both countertop and cabinetry aspects of a project, L.E. Smith is proud to announce the successful launch of our bundled cabinet/countertop program. Now, commercial clients can purchase countertops and cabinets directly from L.E. Smith, who manufacture the countertops and provide cabinets from trusted partners such as Kitchen Kompact, JSI Cabinetry, and Smart Cabinetry. As the nation’s largest single-location manufacturer of laminate countertops, L.E. Smith, manages the entire process of fabricating countertops and delivering cabinets on schedule to the job-site. “Our relationships and expertise with clients…

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Myers Architectural Millwork Trusts L.E. Smith for Countertop...

83% of small businesses will maintain or increase their spending on outsourced business services, according to a 2023 survey conducted by Clutch. And this industry is certainly no exception to that. With millwork revenue in the U.S. growing to reach $33 billion this year alone, according to ibisworld.com, L.E. Smith has significantly increased its outsourcing partnerships with millwork and casework businesses as they strive to meet this demand. In a previously published blog that we wrote entitled, “Outsourcing Offers A Competitive Advantage For Small Businesses”, we explored the major benefits that our clients receive by outsourcing their manufacturing and installation…

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Solid Surface Delivers Ultimate Luxury in This Residential Kitchen

When you normally think about luxurious countertop surfaces, quartz or granite might come to mind initially. But after reading about this project, you’ll add Solid Surface to that list! When planning to build this unique home in Angola, Indiana, the homeowner knew that aesthetics would be a main priority for every component of the construction. The cabinetry for the kitchen, dining room, and 3.5 bathrooms had been selected and finding the perfect countertops to compliment the luxurious look and feel of the cabinetry was the most important factor in the decision-making process. After carefully considering all of the options with…

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THINSCAPE Saved The Day For This Multi-family Housing Project

Nationally, a 6-7 million unit deficit exists on multi-family housing in the U.S. due to the current economic landscape. It’s imperative that these builds continue to happen and we are proud to help support them with cost-effective solutions to budget constraints. A recent project we managed showcases this perfectly. Our client was in the process of renovating a retired urban school building in Ohio into 80 units of affordable senior living apartments. The specification originally called for quartz countertops in all of the units. But with supply chain issues and increasing interest rates affecting the overall cost of the construction…

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What Are The Top Countertop Trends in 2023?

Countertops might be the most important design element to consider for kitchens and bathrooms, as you use them in a practical sense every day and they are a key focal point in the room. Here are our top recommendations for countertop product selections this year: 1. Colors Bringing natural elements into the home has been popular the last few years and this isn’t expected to end in 2023. White, earth tones, and anything that mimics the look of stone will remain very popular. If you prefer real natural stone, cultured marble, granite and quartz vanities are still long-standing traditions in…

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With L.E. Smith, You Don’t Just Get a Product — You Get a...

A company is only as successful as its employees. We wanted to highlight three successful team members and their roles within the company, as well as show how they are committed to helping each client improve their business. Because with L.E. Smith, you don’t just get a product – you get a partner. Michael McNamer – Regional Sales Manager Michael graduated from Ohio Dominican University with a double major in business and finance. While in college, he joined his dad’s company, McNamer Construction, where he managed the day-to-day operations of interior trim carpenters for their custom high-end homes. After graduation,…

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Top Trends for Kitchen Surfaces in 2022 and Beyond

Spending more time at home during the pandemic has inspired more families to upgrade their living space, especially their kitchens. Wilsonart, a world-leading engineered surfaces company, has conducted research with both design and industry experts as well as homeowners to compile its forecast for five design elements expected to dominate kitchen surface trends in 2022 and that we agree with: 1. Nature-Inspired Designs One of the top design trends of this year is the ability to bring the outdoors in through nature-inspired design elements. We’ve never needed the healing powers of nature more than we do now, so it’s no surprise…

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Grow Your Business with These Effective Marketing Strategies

Business owners in the construction industry wear a lot of hats. On any given day, they might alternate between project manager, HR supervisor, accountant and business manager. If there is one hat that tends to be a little more uncomfortable than others, it is most likely the marketing hat. To help, we compiled this list of highly-effective marketing strategies that every business should be using. Take the time to understand your audience. There is no single marketing strategy that will magically grow your business. If we had to pick one, however, it would be understanding your target audience. It sounds…

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