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Hobe Antique Furniture Restoration

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Hobe Antique Furniture Restoration

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Our goal is NOT to make old pieces look new. When a piece of antique furniture is cor­rectly restored, it will convey a sense of its history and charm. It will grace­fully reflect its age. The best kept secret about antique furniture restoration is that often, doing less is best.

Our goal is NOT to make old pieces look new. When a piece of antique furniture is cor­rectly restored, it will convey a sense of its history and charm. It will grace­fully reflect its age. The best kept secret about antique furniture restoration is that often, doing less is best.

Quality Construction

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Quality Construction

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19 years of experience

Quality Construction Services LLC has been remodeling and building custom homes. We specialize in energy efficient building and remodeling. Our remodeling projects include additions, kitchens, baths, master suites and basements.Our carpenters are craftsmen who have been providing excellent service to our clients for almost 30 years.

Quality Construction Services LLC has been remodeling and building custom homes. We specialize in energy efficient building and remodeling. Our remodeling projects include additions, kitchens, baths, master suites and basements.Our carpenters are craftsmen who have been providing excellent service to our clients for almost 30 years.

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Home Essentials General Contracting

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Home Essentials General Contracting

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25 years of experience

Home Essentials General Contracting is a proven go-to company when you need any home improvement services. Serving most NJ, PA and DE communities for more than 17 years! We pride ourselves in our outstanding local reputation for professional project standards end-to-end, and high customer service satisfaction. The majority of our contracts are residential; however, we have successfully performed small-scale commercial property roofing/siding projects.

Home Essentials General Contracting is a proven go-to company when you need any home improvement services. Serving most NJ, PA and DE communities for more than 17 years! We pride ourselves in our outstanding local reputation for professional project standards end-to-end, and high customer service satisfaction. The majority of our contracts are residential; however, we have successfully performed small-scale commercial property roofing/siding projects.

T & S Remodeling, LLC

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T & S Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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T&S Remodeling LLC is a family owned and operated home improvement company founded in New Jersey. We have been operating all over New Jersey since 2004. Offering 24-hour emergency services, we prioritize your comfort in your own property. We will stop any leaks, waterproofing your basement and foundation. Our goal is to have 100% customer satisfaction! Licensed and fully insured, our services are meant to protect and improve your home or business. By giving special attention to our customer service, we make sure we provide you with a service that is reliable, efficient and trustworthy. Ultimately, we want to provide you with a peace of mind with our impressive craftsmanship at competitive prices

"Highly recommend T&S Remodelling for gutter cleaning as well as chimney work (i.e. repair, liner). Jeff is professional and clear on the pros/cons of your options. He delivers what he says he will do, is quick to respond, and genuinely wants to make sure that your questions are answered. Thank you!"

Tilly K on February 2025

T&S Remodeling LLC is a family owned and operated home improvement company founded in New Jersey. We have been operating all over New Jersey since 2004. Offering 24-hour emergency services, we prioritize your comfort in your own property. We will stop any leaks, waterproofing your basement and foundation. Our goal is to have 100% customer satisfaction! Licensed and fully insured, our services are meant to protect and improve your home or business. By giving special attention to our customer service, we make sure we provide you with a service that is reliable, efficient and trustworthy. Ultimately, we want to provide you with a peace of mind with our impressive craftsmanship at competitive prices

"Highly recommend T&S Remodelling for gutter cleaning as well as chimney work (i.e. repair, liner). Jeff is professional and clear on the pros/cons of your options. He delivers what he says he will do, is quick to respond, and genuinely wants to make sure that your questions are answered. Thank you!"

Tilly K on February 2025

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AJ Perri

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AJ Perri

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Customers say: Super punctual
54 years of experience

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"After my bathroom faucet broke, I scheduled an appointment for today 12/16/25 between 12-4. A representative called at 3ish to report the plumber was running late. At 5pm still noone I called, got voicemail, 6pm still noone and no call I called got voicemail at 7pm still noone I call get the voicemail it?s now 10pm No more calls from me! What a unprofessional company never again and never will anyone I know reach out to them for service! "

Debra T on December 2025

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"After my bathroom faucet broke, I scheduled an appointment for today 12/16/25 between 12-4. A representative called at 3ish to report the plumber was running late. At 5pm still noone I called, got voicemail, 6pm still noone and no call I called got voicemail at 7pm still noone I call get the voicemail it?s now 10pm No more calls from me! What a unprofessional company never again and never will anyone I know reach out to them for service! "

Debra T on December 2025

Cervantes inc

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Cervantes inc

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Cervantes Inc LLC is a full-service remodeling and building contractor. We offer a variety of services from and kitchen/bath to complete home remodels. At Cervantes Inc we strive to offer quality products in a timely manner to insure one-on-one service with the customer.

"Hector was very efficient and took his time. He did an amazing job and will definitely be using his services again."

Sierra B on May 2024

Cervantes Inc LLC is a full-service remodeling and building contractor. We offer a variety of services from and kitchen/bath to complete home remodels. At Cervantes Inc we strive to offer quality products in a timely manner to insure one-on-one service with the customer.

"Hector was very efficient and took his time. He did an amazing job and will definitely be using his services again."

Sierra B on May 2024

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Michael & Son Svc Inc

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Michael & Son Svc Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual
49 years of experience

Michael & Son is family owned & operated and has been servicing the Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC area for over 30 years. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality plumbing services. Our professional and courteous staff are here to help you with whatever projects you need to get done.

"James Chaneybey was very professional and nice, very satisfied with the work he's done and would like to use him again in the future."

sharon w on August 2025

Michael & Son is family owned & operated and has been servicing the Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC area for over 30 years. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality plumbing services. Our professional and courteous staff are here to help you with whatever projects you need to get done.

"James Chaneybey was very professional and nice, very satisfied with the work he's done and would like to use him again in the future."

sharon w on August 2025

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Century Marble & Granite LLC

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Century Marble & Granite LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 20 years in the remodeling business, we are here to help you with your kitchen and bathroom remodels and any countertop work or dreams you may have. Ask us about our military and senior discount. www.centurygranitellc.com

"The service was very good and they were excellent."

Patricia D on July 2021

With over 20 years in the remodeling business, we are here to help you with your kitchen and bathroom remodels and any countertop work or dreams you may have. Ask us about our military and senior discount. www.centurygranitellc.com

"The service was very good and they were excellent."

Patricia D on July 2021

Handyman Just Ask

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Handyman Just Ask

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All sorts of house hold jobs. Electrical, Plumbing, Painting and Carpentry.

"Pual did a great job on fixing the leak. Very good in communication . He is very responsible. I Highly recommended ."

Stanley C on September 2018

All sorts of house hold jobs. Electrical, Plumbing, Painting and Carpentry.

"Pual did a great job on fixing the leak. Very good in communication . He is very responsible. I Highly recommended ."

Stanley C on September 2018

Consult IT

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Consult IT

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13 years of experience

Providing PC repair and guidance at reasonable costs. I am mobile and will come to you. Hours of operation are 4:30pm-9pm. Monday-Friday. Saturday hours are 8am-4pm(or by appointment). Sundays 3pm-7pm(by appointment only).

Providing PC repair and guidance at reasonable costs. I am mobile and will come to you. Hours of operation are 4:30pm-9pm. Monday-Friday. Saturday hours are 8am-4pm(or by appointment). Sundays 3pm-7pm(by appointment only).

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Princeton, NJ

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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