Del Sol Construction Blog

You might have passed by us when you were driving for your morning Starbucks or Oak Grove $1.00 coffee on the way to work.... Or seen our project signs in the neighborhood.Take a little time and get to know us... see how we think, and what interests us. Come back often and see what we're saying... We'll keep a fresh collection of thoughts, articles, and ideas here for you to browse.

Tin Ceilings: Reviving the Past

Toby Corn - Sunday, July 27, 2008

For tin ceilings, things are looking up, down and in between. Long a fixture in turn of the century general stores and taverns, tin ceilings are now in dining rooms and kitchens as wainscoting, behind sinks as a back splash and as an eye-catching way to fill the void between countertop and cabinets. Read Entire Post

Wine and Wine Storage

Toby Corn - Monday, July 14, 2008

"Give me books, fruit, French wine and fine weather and a little music out of doors played by somebody I do not know." John Keats (1795-1821) For the poet, who concerned himself with the intensely joyful experiences of life, wine tasting rated high up thereon the list. More than ever today homeowners are agreeing with Keats. Attend a dinner party, and the chances are your host will offer his guests a delightful sip from his own private wine collection. This may consist of only a few choice bottles, or it may be a serious collection of thousands. Read Entire Post

Windows 101

Toby Corn - Friday, July 11, 2008

Windows come in many sizes, shapes, and kinds, sometimes the variety and the terminology describing that variety--is confusing. The following definitions may help you see it all more clearly. Read Entire Post

Home Imporvements: Treasures in the Attic

Toby Corn - Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Not only may those old dusty boxes contain long-deceased Uncle Harry’s hidden fortune, the space around them may be a gem of cost-effective home expansion. Is the attic worth converting?  Read Entire Post

Remodeling Goes On All Winter

Toby Corn - Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Many people have the misconception that remodeling and construction work stops during the winter months. Nothing could be further from the truth! Just because winter arrives does not mean that outside construction work cannot continue. If you are contemplating a remodeling project that may involve outside work, such as an addition, don't let the colder weather keep you from consulting with us about your project. Generally, weather is not a significant factor in planning a remodeling job in our area. Even on an exterior project such as an addition, most of the work is protected from the elements. Del Sol Construction's knowledgeable and considerate Team Members will carefully and efficiently produce your job, in spite of the weather. Read Entire Post