Category: Remodeling

Second Annual Summer Remodeling Fashion Show

Posted on July 7, 2014

07 Jul

Get in the know and join us for Alure's second annual summer remodeling fashion show. Below are some of the exciting home improvement products and technologies that will be featured on the runway: LEARN: What's hot, what's not and see the hottest trends in remodeling products, technology, fixtures, and space design. - Bathroom Digital Technology - Kohler touch-less toilet &…

Posted on June 7, 2014

07 Jun

Kitchen and bathroom designer, Mary Lotardo, met with a client who was looking to transform their kitchen into a more open space without sacrificing any of their existing functionality. This proved to be a very unique kitchen remodel because they did not want any upper cabinets, the wanted to keep a very large window on the exterior wall and they…

Posted on December 16, 2013

16 Dec

Alure's Design & Planning Show is right around the corner, January 18-20, 2014 from 11am to 4pm each day at our showroom- 1999 Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow. Considering a project to remodel your home? Interested in the latest trends in the home improvement industry? If so, the Alure Design and Planning Show is the place to be! The show…

Posted on December 9, 2013

09 Dec

Alure Kitchen & Bath Designer Sherry Gossett was awarded the Silver Winner of Residential Kitchens at the 2013 NARI Contractor of the Year Awards held by the NYC/LI Chapter of the National Association of Remodelers (NARI). The winning project was for a kitchen remodel that would be functional, spacious and beautiful. The design was based on Sherry's clients cooking needs,…

Posted on October 3, 2013

03 Oct

When considering installing vinyl siding on your own, there are many factors one needs to consider according to Chris LoCascio of Alure Home Improvements. One of the inherent difficulties to installing vinyl siding is that vinyl can expand or contract a half an inch or more over the course of a normal year, accounting for regular changes in the temperature.…

Posted on September 27, 2013

27 Sep

Marc Gilmore, 5 Day Bathroom Designer at Alure Home Improvements, knows there are many aspects to consider when designing a new bathroom, but here, he shares his top five tips on creating a beautiful bathroom in your existing space. (more…)

Posted on August 29, 2013

29 Aug

One thing that Long Island and the tristate area homeowners are often surprised to learn is that not all replacement windows are created equal. These days, most people understand that they should look for home remodeling products that are energy efficient, and the Department of Energy's ENERGY STAR program has become widely recognized as the industry standard. However, the problem…

Posted on August 22, 2013

22 Aug

One of the most popular trends in kitchen remodeling is designing kitchens that are intended to be eco-friendly. This has far reaching implications because a so-called "green" kitchen can limit household waste, help conserve natural resources, reduce the burden on landfills, and is a responsible investment into the home. So, what exactly goes into designing an environmentally friendly kitchen? In…

Posted on August 8, 2013

08 Aug

Being informed about the latest design trends in the bathroom remodeling industry can be extremely helpful when you're looking to upgrade the look and feel of your bathroom. Of course, this information should be taken with a grain of salt, because, ultimately, you want to invest in a bathroom remodel that pleases you, regardless of what is trendy or popular.…

Posted on October 15, 2012

15 Oct

A significant advantage to keep in mind when considering Alure Home Improvements for your kitchen renovation is the resources that we have available to help make the process both stress free and enjoyable. Some homeowners come to us with a very clear vision of how they want their new kitchen to look, while others just know they are ready to…