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Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath Gains Recognition as Trusted Name in Custom Cabinets and Countertop Installation Across Upstate South Carolina
Greer, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath, a locally-owned and operated kitchen and bathroom remodeler based in Greer, South Carolina, continues to make a name for itself as a trusted and reliable source for custom cabinetry and countertop installation services for new construction or remodeling projects. With a strong focus on high-quality craftsmanship and personalized design, the company has been gaining significant attention throughout Greer and surrounding communities in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties. For nearly two decades, JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath has been helping homeowners bring their dream kitchens and bathrooms to life with customized solutions tailored to meet each client's vision and lifestyle. Specializing in custom cabinet design and installation, countertop slab selection, and professional countertop installation, the company brings precision, professionalism, and creativity to every new construction or remodeling project they take on. What sets JL Enterprise apart from the competition is its full-service showroom located in Greer, SC. This thoughtfully curated space allows customers to not only see and touch materials like cabinets and countertops, but also visualize them in real-world lighting conditions. The showroom features a large digital display, where clients can work with the JL Enterprise team to see their project come to life on screen—making real-time design changes that improve both functionality and aesthetics before a single piece is installed. "Our showroom is designed to make the new construction and remodeling process easier, more interactive, and more inspiring for our clients," says Schlayn Lillie, Owner of JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath. "We understand that kitchen and bathroom remodels are a big investment, both financially and emotionally. That's why we focus on helping customers visualize their new space, choose the right materials, and feel confident every step of the way. It's not just about selling cabinets or countertops—it's about building lasting relationships and turning houses into homes." In an industry where delays, communication breakdowns, and impersonal service are all too common, JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath stands out by delivering on-time, detail-oriented service with a personal touch. Their team works closely with homeowners, builders, and designers to ensure every project runs smoothly from concept to completion. From custom cabinets handcrafted to fit any layout to premium countertops in quartz, granite, marble, and more, JL Enterprise provides the full spectrum of new construction and remodeling solutions. Whether clients are looking to complete a high-end renovation or simply upgrade their space with new finishes, JL Enterprise offers both design services and expert guidance to ensure the end result exceeds expectations. "We believe that every homeowner deserves to love their space," says Schlayn Lillie. "Our mission has always been to make kitchen and bathroom remodeling easier, more accessible, and more enjoyable. Seeing our customers' reactions when their vision becomes reality—that's what drives us." The business, which started with a passion for quality design and craftsmanship, has grown steadily through word-of-mouth referrals and repeat business, a testament to their focus on customer satisfaction. JL Enterprise continues to receive glowing reviews for their integrity, professionalism, and dedication to delivering beautiful results on time and on budget. Schlayn Lillie is quick to acknowledge the role that the community has played in JL Enterprise's success. "We're incredibly grateful for the continued support from the Greer, Greenville, and Spartanburg communities," she says. "From day one, we've been welcomed with open arms, and we're proud to call this area home. Our customers are like family to us, and we look forward to continuing to serve our neighbors for many years to come." JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath invites anyone considering building a new home or looking to upgrade their kitchen or bathroom to visit their Greer showroom to explore options, get inspired, and consult with their experienced team of design professionals. Whether one might be looking to update a dated bathroom, build a dream kitchen from the ground up, or need expert cabinetry solutions for a custom home, JL Enterprise is ready to help make any vision a reality. For more information or to schedule a showroom appointment, visit: or call (864) 877-2025. About JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath is a trusted kitchen and bathroom remodeler in Greer, SC, specializing in custom cabinets, countertops, and personalized design services. With a hands-on showroom experience and nearly a decade of service, they bring customers' dream spaces to life with expert craftsmanship and exceptional customer care. ### For more information about JL Enterprise Kitchen + Bath, contact the company here:JL Enterprise Kitchen + BathSchlayn Lillie(864) 877-2025jlenterprise01@ N Hwy 101Greer, SC 29651 CONTACT: Schlayn LillieError in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Sun
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I got quoted over £2.5k to wrap my clinical white kitchen, so did it myself for under £100 and folk love the results
A SAVVY woman has shared how she transformed her kitchen and saved herself thousands in the process. Maisie Isabella, from the UK, wanted to give her kitchen an update without spending a fortune. 2 2 Taking to social media, Maisie shared the entire transformation she ended up doing all by herself after being quoted over £2,500 by professionals. She said: "I got quoted £2,500 to wrap my kitchen. "I just wasn't feeling the glossy white anymore. It felt a bit clinical and dated. "I was feeling a little bit delusional and impulsive, so I was like, 'I'm gonna do it myself.'" Maisie started her transformation by taking a picture of her kitchen and asking AI what colour would look best. The AI suggested a dark wood effect for the counters, so Maisie did exactly that and bought a bunch of vinyl sheets to cover her kitchen. Maisie used the Fablon Wood Effect Sticky Back Plastic from Dunelm in Deep Walnut, which cost just £5 a roll. It was going smoothly until Maisie got to the cupboard and drawers and she realised how tricky applying the vinyl can be. "I can see why people charge the amount they do, because this is not easy," she added. Maisie used an array of tools to get the vinyl to stick on smoothly; she used a hair dryer to make sure no air got in and then an old ID card to smooth out any bubbles. While the job took ages and wasn't the easiest, the end results were worth it. Her kitchen went from clinically white to homely in a matter of hours. She added: "Honestly so proud of myself that I did this for under £100 even if it cost me my patience and sanity." The clip soon went viral on her TikTok account @ maisabellaa with over 1.4 million views and 98k likes. People were quick to praise Maisie for her DIY skills and loved the new kitchen. "You can't tell me that this doesn't look good." One person wrote: "This looks so much more homely!!! Gives character instead of institution." Another commented: "This is what my husband does for a living and he said you did a great job!" "I was dubious, but this looks so much better," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "Sooooo much better and warmer."
Times
11-06-2025
- General
- Times
Jack Kinsey: Why I ripped out my new £15,000 kitchen
Decorator's remorse is a common affliction: many of us have fallen for a rug that looks comically small once in situ, or chosen a paint we wished we'd tested more thoroughly. But kitchen regret is a much costlier mistake to put right. The content creator Jack Kinsey admits he 'followed the norms' when putting a kitchen into his home four years ago. His once-derelict Edwardian chapel in the Norfolk countryside is anything but ordinary, yet the white Howdens units he chose — with a curved island and dark granite worktops — were the definition of it. 'It was just way too modern for the building and it didn't have any real warmth or personality to it,' Kinsey says. When the 29-year-old finished as a runner-up in the 2023 series of the BBC show Interior Design Masters, he returned home wanting to apply all that he had learnt to the space he shares with his partner, Alex. 'My creativity was really sculpted from being on the show and I wanted to embrace talking points around my home,' he says. • Read more expert advice on property, interiors and home improvement Another driver for starting again was a wish to reinstate a fireplace that the couple had naively covered up when renovating. 'Being an old chapel, it gets really cold in winter, so we wanted to move the kitchen to another wall,' he explains. Kinsey dreamt of a handmade kitchen by DeVol, but quickly surmised that was out of his budget (the brand helpfully publishes costings alongside case studies on its website). So he turned to eBay and found a pair of handsome wardrobes and sideboards in solid reclaimed oak. 'We pushed it to be a bit more of a challenge than just buying a new kitchen,' he says. The oak set cost £3,500 — less than 10 per cent of what the DeVol cabinets might have set him back. To recoup the cost of new appliances, Kinsey advertised the Howdens suite — appliances included — for £2,000 on Facebook Marketplace. Within two days it had been snapped up. 'We photographed it really nicely. I always think if you're going to put something on Marketplace, make it stand out from everything else. I think everyone should be doing this — it's a really good way to upcycle and reuse,' he says. Of the dozen messages of interest Kinsey received, it was a couple renovating a rectory elsewhere in Norfolk who bagged themselves a bargain (Kinsey estimates the original kitchen to have cost about £15,000). He and his partner spent two days dismantling the units and shrink-wrapping them for protection, then delivered them to their new home. Surprisingly there were no casualties. 'They sent us a picture of it afterwards and it looked great,' he says. He sounds just as unfazed about installing his own second-hand treasure. Roping in his dad to help, they had to add 20cm of depth to the 40cm-deep units in order to accommodate appliances. Sawn-off bits of skirting board and coving were rejigged to make the units fit for purpose. The ovens are hidden behind a pair of louvered doors, which ingeniously help with ventilation; a second pair open to reveal a Mediterranean-inspired drinks station wrapped in Spanish tiles, and exuberant appliances from Dolce & Gabbana's collaboration with Smeg, including a set of mini fridges and gadgets, ranging from a toaster to a milk frother, totalling several thousands of pounds. Kinsey says it was a justified splurge: 'Because we'd saved a lot of money on the cost of the kitchen, I wanted to treat myself. When we open the doors, everyone always feels transported somewhere cool.' • What I wish I'd done differently renovating my kitchen For the worktops, Kinsey turned to Neolith. He was drawn to marble but put off by its fragility and porosity. By contrast, Neolith's sintered stone, 'is the best thing, because we can cut on it and put hot pans on it', he says. Wrapping the material up the sides of the tall cabinets disguises any gaps and joins. Granted, the drawers of his sideboards don't have the soft closures found in a modern kitchen, but Kinsey is thrilled with his new space. His advice to others needing to pivot on a budget is as follows: 'Try to think outside of the box — you can get some beautiful freestanding furniture and upcycle it into a kitchen. We were so desperate to do it all ourselves, but it'd be a lot easier if you got a joiner. It can save you so much money.'
Forbes
10-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Deferred Home Projects: Health, Safety, Fiscal Risks You Can't Ignore
Ignoring roof leaks can be a costly mistake, damaging home and putting health and safety at risk. Almost three quarters (71%) of homeowners have delayed a planned project this year, citing inflation, high interest rates and economic concerns for their postponements. These were among the findings of an April 2025 online survey of 1,000 respondents who had hired a professional for a project in the past year, conducted for home improvement platform Angi. The impact of these delays can impact owners' health and safety, as well as the structural integrity and resale value of their homes. The two projects owners would improve first if they had no budget constraints were kitchen remodels (31%), followed by bathroom remodels (22%), then outdoor area improvements (13%), the survey reveals. Enhancements in any of those three could make a home more comfortable, functional, accessible, safe, healthy and valuable, since they tend to be prioritized by homebuyers too. 'Even with delays, there's a strong underlying desire to improve key areas of the home,' the survey reports. Chris Desino, owner of Ocala Horse Properties in Central Florida, is seeing this in his market, he says, with older homeowners delaying the installation of more accessible showers, non-slip flooring and grab bars. 'They would feel safer and be able to remain in their houses longer with these modifications.' Concerns about the rising costs of the modifications, despite the even greater potential costs of a fall-driven hospital bill, is causing them to postpone. Desino anticipates these delays continuing through 2025, barring any economic confidence boosts this year. 'The need remains. Fear and uncertainty are the only reasons it is being delayed,' he asserts. One interesting and somewhat counterintuitive finding from the survey is an observation about younger owners and owners of younger homes (less than 20 years old). Both groups are significantly more likely to have already taken on improvements like kitchen remodels or smart home upgrades this year. 'In fact, they are more than twice as likely to have started a kitchen remodel or installed a smart home device compared to owners of homes 50-plus years old,' the survey reveals. It's possible that this is somewhat DIY-driven, with younger owners reducing labor costs by taking on work themselves. It's also possible that they see a longer time horizon in their homes than older residents who may be thinking about downsizing or relocating near their adult children's families, (a trend dubbed 'baby-chasing'), in the next few years. Among the Angi findings were 62% of respondents being more concerned about the costs of maintaining their homes than they were at the end of 2024, and 48% reporting that the stress of home repairs has increased since January. 'This aligns with what we saw in our 2024 report, where maintenance was already the top source of budget-related stress — surpassing even healthcare, childcare, and debt' the survey notes. Rising costs are driving homeowners to choose more affordable materials and services, bundling repairs to potentially reduce labor costs, as well as starting projects earlier to avoid anticipated price hikes, Angi observes. Prioritizing maintenance makes sense from a safety point of view. For example, as the company's co-founder and chief customer officer Angie Hicks points out, 'By staying current on upkeep — such as clearing gutters, servicing HVAC systems, and checking for leaks — homeowners can reduce unexpected emergencies and restore a sense of control and peace of mind.' Some maintenance projects involve significant investments, and are also being deferred, Desino shares. He has seen several owners defer storm window strengthening and electrical problem repair. 'Many individuals are opting to wait and hope for better financial circumstances, despite the fact that they are crucial for safety, particularly in Florida,' he comments. Roofing is one repair that is being deferred, much to owners' detriment, Waukesha, Wisconsin-based roofing and exterior remodeling contractor Tyler Hull reports. 'Lately, we are seeing families delay re-roofs on houses with 20-plus-year-old shingles. They are hoping to stretch another season, even with visible curling or active leaks in valleys. It is risky. Water gets into sheathing and insulation, which triples the cost of repair within six months.' Clients are concerned about job loss and tighter credit, he suggests. He's even seeing clients hold back on paying for repairs after spotting damage signs like attic moisture. 'Some had mold spreading near vents but still paused work.' Hicks agrees that deferred maintenance can lead to health and safety risks to a home's occupants. 'Water damage is both a structural threat and a health hazard because lingering moisture can lead to mold, which aggravates allergies and respiratory problems.' Smartly placed leak detectors can address some of these challenges and may also deliver insurance policy discounts. The Angi owner also cautions, 'Allowing landscaping to become overgrown or letting dead vegetation accumulate increases the fuel load around a home and elevates wildfire risk.' 'I believe people are scaling down or pressing pause because they are afraid of locking into high material costs or losing flexibility,' Hull theorizes, adding, 'but safety repairs are not optional, and comfort projects done right actually save on energy and long-term wear. You wait too long, you pay in other ways.'
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Revamp your kitchen with these 5 DIY hacks for under $125
Fox News and its syndication partners may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom. If a major kitchen remodel is outside your budget, try making small updates to make the space feel new again. Refreshing cabinets with a new coat of paint can transform your kitchen and help it feel new again. If painting is too much of a challenge, changing the hardware on your cabinetry can be another way to modernize your kitchen. Or, if you are looking for storage solutions, try adding a mobile pantry. Updating the lighting in your kitchen is a functional and aesthetic update. These nine-inch under-cabinet linkable light bars from Wayfair are easy to install with no tools required. The lights are controlled by a hands-free motion sensor or built-in power button. Or try the MCGOR 10-inch under cabinet lighting from Amazon for a rechargeable, battery-operated option. This light is dimmable and can be easily mounted using adhesive metal plates or magnets. This kitchen countertop organizer from Amazon is a perfect solution for cluttered countertops. It fits in a corner and is very sturdy. For more storage, try the Joybos three-tier heavy-duty metal multifunctional kitchen cabinet storage racks is a versatile storage unit designed to help organize kitchens and other areas of the home. 6 Items That Will Increase Your Home's Curb Appeal Read On The Fox News App Are you tired of your kitchen flooring but don't have the time (or the budget) to replace it? Just add this beautiful and vibrant kitchen runner rug from Amazon. The rug has a rubber backing for good grip and is machine-washable. Ruggable has a ton of designs that can be sized as kitchen runners, like this stain-resistant, machine-washable Annika Green Tufted Rug. Future-proof Your Home Appliances With These 9 Products Original price: $37.99 Update your cabinets with new hardware like these Ravinte five-inch cabinet pulls in matte black on Amazon. The matte black handles have a clean, timeless look that works with farmhouse, vintage, traditional and transitional styles. These cabinet cup pulls in matte black at Wayfair are a good option if you want to go for the farmhouse look. Original price: $59.99 Stick-on wallpaper is a great way to update your room with little effort. This subway tile peel-and-stick vinyl backsplash on Amazon has a strong adhesive and is durable. The tiles can be easily installed directly over existing panels or on smooth surfaces. Grab this pretty sky-blue mosaic tile design for $39.73 on Wayfair. For more deals, visit Replacing an old faucet head can instantly transform your kitchen area. This kitchen faucet with pull-down sprayer is a stylish and functional option with a single lever handle and a pull-down spray wand. This faucet is easy to install. The Better Homes & Gardens touchless pull-down kitchen faucet in satin nickel from Walmart features a touchless sensor and a pull-down sprayer for a modern look. Original price: $24.99 Outfitting cabinets with smart storage solutions may be a project for a bigger kitchen remodel. For a quick alternative, try this metal four-pack magnetic spice storage rack. These space-saving magnetic racks can be attached to your fridge to keep your counter free of article source: Revamp your kitchen with these 5 DIY hacks for under $125
