Have no fear...the recession's here

Aside from my mad skills with that nail gun, I want to give all homeowners a little light in this economic tunnel.  This last weekend the local builders put on a display of their talents in the home show.  It can be a real drag to get all inspired with ideas for your own place and then be stuck in the money rut!  If it is new cabinets that you crave, seek out your local cabinet makers.  They can outsource cabinet parts directly to you, the home owner.  Just ask them.  (You can try looking online for a shop, too.)  They can build the toe-kicks, and many of them will even do the stain and finish (for an added fee).  Just ask them.  You'll come away with a pile of neatly cut pieces and more cash in your pocket.  All you have left to do is building the boxes (I'm of course speaking of European style cabinets).  With some glue, a few pipe clamps, and a crazy nail gun, you can put them together.  Then you'll need some doors.  Ask the cabinet maker who they use.  Then get some friends and have an installation party!  I will break this process down in more detail in future posts...so stay tuned.  Remember, you can do it yourself!