Cabinetry Project Case Study
Case studies give homeowners something that product comparisons and specification guides cannot, a real look at how a custom cabinetry project unfolds in practice. This post walks through a completed cabinetry project by D.E. Mitchell Construction in New Bern NC. It covers the starting conditions, the design decisions, the production process, the installation, and what […]
Custom Cabinets vs. Prefab Cabinets
The choice between custom and prefab cabinets is one of the most consequential decisions in a kitchen or bathroom remodel. The cost difference is real, the quality difference is real, and the right choice depends on the specific project, the budget, and the performance expectations for the finished kitchen. This post gives homeowners a direct, […]
Cabinet Storage Solutions Guide
Most kitchens do not lack storage, they lack accessible storage. The difference matters. A kitchen with 40 linear feet of standard cabinets configured with fixed shelves and door-and-shelf base cabinets technically has a significant volume of storage. In practice, half of that volume is inaccessible, too deep to reach into without removing everything in front […]
When Should You Replace Cabinets?
Kitchen cabinet replacement is a significant investment. Before committing to it, most homeowners want to know whether their existing cabinets can be repaired, refinished, or refreshed rather than fully replaced. The answer depends on what is actually wrong with the cabinets, the condition of the box structure, the door faces, the interior hardware, and the […]
Cabinet Finishes Guide, Matte vs. Gloss
Cabinet finish selection is one of the most visible decisions in a kitchen or bathroom remodel, and one that homeowners frequently underestimate before seeing the results installed at full scale. The difference between a matte finish and a high-gloss finish is not just visual preference. It affects maintenance requirements, how fingerprints and smudges appear, how […]
Best Cabinet Materials for Kitchens
Cabinet material selection is one of the most consequential decisions in a kitchen remodel. The cabinets are the most-used element in the kitchen, opened and closed hundreds of times per month, exposed to steam and moisture near the dishwasher and sink, and subject to the daily wear of a working household. The material choices made […]
How Much Do Custom Cabinets Cost?
Custom cabinet cost is one of the most searched questions in home remodeling, and one of the most difficult to answer without knowing the specifics of the project. The range is wide, the variables are significant, and the difference between a stock cabinet price and a custom cabinet price is real enough that homeowners need […]
Bathroom Renovation Case Study
Case studies give homeowners a real look at how a bathroom renovation actually unfolds, the starting conditions, the decisions made, the challenges encountered, and what the finished project delivered. This post walks through a completed master bathroom remodel by D.E. Mitchell Construction in New Bern NC, covering every phase from the first consultation through the […]
ROI of Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom remodeling is one of the most consistent home improvement investments a homeowner can make. It returns well at resale, improves daily quality of life significantly, and addresses maintenance issues that would eventually need to be resolved regardless. This post covers the return on investment for bathroom remodeling in the Eastern NC market, what the […]
Bathroom Remodel Cost in North Carolina
Bathroom remodeling is one of the most consistent investment categories in North Carolina home improvement. The cost range is wide, from a few thousand dollars for a focused fixture update to $75,000 or more for a full master bathroom rebuild. Understanding what drives cost at each level helps homeowners build realistic budgets before they talk […]