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908-448-6777 Free Inspections & Estimates • 24 Hr. Emergency HIC REG #13VH03881100 Roofing: Repairs, Attic Fans – Solar and Electric, Residential & Commercial Roofing Chimneys: Repaired, Rebuild, Relined, Flue Liners Repaired or Replaced, Chimney Caps, Interior & Exterior Inspections Masonry: Steps, Sidewalks, Foundation and Structural Repairs, Brick and Block work Siding: Installation & Repair Carpentry: Additions, Garages, Basements, Railing Installations Mold Remediation Experts Roof Leak Specialists Fully Insured. Certified Roof and Chimney Experts Residential & Commercial emc-nj.com 10 Year Labor Guarantee on All Roofs! WE INSTALL PORCH & DECK RAILINGS White With a Twist White kitchens are as hot as ever but with some new twists. Adding con- trasting cabinets for just the uppers or lower cabinets is a popular way to bring in another color and add inter- est. Other colors being used are soft grays, charcoal, pale blue, gray green and putty. We are also seeing white- washed woods and walnut used in beams, accent cabinetry, floors or countertops to make the space warm and inviting. Simple and Unique Today’s style is simple with some inter- esting details added, so that it isn’t boring. Simple shaker inset cabinets with exposed hinges for those living in traditional homes are popular in our area, but more contemporary slab doors in textured and glossy finishes are gaining in popularity. Sleek con- temporary faucets and hardware are often used to make traditional cabi- nets look more transitional and fresh. Creative details being added are not fussy or busy, what we are seeing are things like: leaded glass doors, cof- fered ceiling, custom metal range hood, unique cement tile floor or backsplash, reclaimed beams, walnut or whitewashed wood island top, exposed brick, and large outdoor lanterns over the island. The key is to mix in elements that are rustic, indus- trial, contemporary and traditional to make your space interesting and reflect your unique personality. Texture One way to make a space look more interesting, when there is very little color contrast, is to mix up the texture throughout. Such as glossy contem- porary cabinets with rustic tumbled stone floors and honed quartz tops and backsplash. Also texture can be created using patterns of tile on the floor or walls. Brass is Back Today’s brass is brushed or antiqued which is much more interesting than the shiny brass of the 80’s. Along with brass other metals like copper, bronze, and polished nickel are also now used as exciting accents in custom hoods, cabinet hardware, and light fixtures. If you want to remodel smart and make your space beautiful, fresh and unique call TrueLeaf Kitchens locat- ed at 134 S. Finley Ave. in Basking Ridge at 908-766-2006 for an appointment or visit their website www.trueleafkitchens.com to see a gallery of local projects. 2016 KITCHEN DESIGN TRENDS Submitted By: The TrueLeaf Kitchens’ TeamPAGE 80