Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Pinterest is fast-becoming one of the most popular ways to find decor and design ideas for your next home. From DIY tips to architectural ideas, Pinterest has something for everyone! We've seen a lot of people come into our Design Studio with photos and blog posts highlighting exactly what they're looking for in their next Ball Homes home.
Have you joined the Pinterest craze? If you haven't, here are a few of our most popular Pinterest pins!
The formal dining room and entryway of the Hudson floor plan
"What I love most about my home..." quote from
Dwelling By Design
The kitchen of the Monroe floor plan
Attic storage options from Atticmax
The living room of the Hartford II floor plan
The Arlington II Expanded model home
Winter Berry color scheme from Design Seeds
Want to see more? Make sure to follow our boards!
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
There’s no doubt that granite is one of the most popular countertop choices on the market today, but how much do you really know about this popular stone? We have compiled a short list of facts about the granite that we offer here at Ball Homes.
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Ball Homes currently offers nine different granite selections. One of the wonderful features about this popular stone is that no two pieces are alike. As they carve the stone from the mountains, the colors, veining patterns and movement will change. The samples in the design studio do not begin to show the color, movement, and variation that they will have in a large slab, so there is always the possibility that the actual color of the stone will vary up to a full shade from what is in our Design Studio. That is part of the innate beauty of the product and what enables our buyers to further personalize the look of their new home.
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Granite is an incredibly strong and durable option for kitchen countertops, but it is also a porous surface, which means that spills and stains can seep into the stone and discolor it if not treated properly. Be diligent of splashes and spills to avoid deep stains. Avoid letting citrus or alcohol products sit on the granite surface as it can etch and dull it. Granite surfaces are heat
resistant and scratch
resistant, but not heat
proof or scratch
proof. Make sure you use caution when it comes to placing hot items directly on your countertop. For tips on how to clean and maintain your granite surfaces, read our
previous blog post here.
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As added value for our homeowners, Ball Homes will install your granite countertops with a protective sealer already on it. There is no initial maintenance on the countertops in your home, but like any home, there will be upkeep down the road. Homeowners will need to reseal their granite countertops about once a year—an easy project almost anyone can do. Click
here for a tutorial video on how to properly seal your granite countertops.
What do you think about granite countertops? Do you have them in your home? Let us know on our Facebook page!
Thursday, February 7, 2013
We here at Ball Homes are always looking to improve our products and services. You don't get to be "Lexington's Favorite Builder" by keeping to the status quo. We've listened to our customer's suggestions and we've made some changes to our appliance packages through Pieratt's, our Kitchen Appliance Partner. Not only will we offer the same great Frigidaire appliances we have always offered, but we are now adding a line of Electrolux appliances into our package options.
To get more familiar with the new appliance line we will be offering, our Lexington Ball Homes Sales Team and our Design Consultants took a trip to the Pieratt's store to have a private informational session about the new product line. The employees from Pieratt's fielded questions from our team and we came away with a lot of great information that we can pass on to you, our clients.
Thank you to the staff at Pieratt's for giving us information on these new appliance packages. We are very excited to be incorporating these new products into our design options! For more information on the appliances we offer, or to get more information about our homes, contact a Ball Homes Sales Team Member today!
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
We recently took some of our employees to the International Builders' Show in Las Vegas.
The International Builders' Show (IBS) is sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders' and is the largest annual residential construction show in the world. The show features the latest innovations and products in new construction. Over 3 days, 900 exhibitors were showcased and over 100 education sessions were given to all in attendance.
Our team was able to learn a lot and we're excited to put new techniques and ideas into practice here at Ball Homes! We're looking forward to what 2013 has in store for us!
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Do you ever watch HGTV? To be honest, I have become addicted to watching that channel! I love seeing how designers pull different elements together to create a custom look for each of their clients.
Here at Ball Homes, we pride ourselves on keeping up-to-date with the latest trends in home design and decor. Our award-winning Design Studio offers a vast array of options and finishes to personalize your home. You can really have your own "HGTV experience" by customizing and personalizing your Ball Home. From granite or quartz countertops, luxury bath finishes, wood or laminate flooring, and a variety of cabinetry options, we are confident that today's homebuyer will be pleasantly surprised at the wide array of options available for their home.
We understand that designing decisions can be stressful for some people. We have made it as easy as possible to personalize your home the way you want it. Our Design Consultants are trained to help you through the selection process and customize your home to fit your lifestyle. We also have our own in-house drafting department that can make changes to base floor plans to satisfy the needs of your family.
For more information on our selection and design process, visit our website!