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Guides from M.B. Designs
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.
October 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Window Treatments and Fabrics: Why Touching the Samples Matters
Fabric is the finish you can't judge from a photo, so put your hands on it and look at it in real light.
October 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Working With a Designer When You Already Have a Builder
Hiring a builder doesn't mean you're on your own with selections, and a designer can keep the finish decisions moving.
October 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Picking Flooring Room by Room: Hardwood, LVP, Tile, Carpet and Marmoleum
No single floor is right for the whole house, so choose each one for the way that room actually gets used.
October 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Choosing a Countertop Slab: Quartz, Natural Stone or Synthetic
The sample in your hand and the slab on the warehouse rack can look like two different materials, so go see the real thing.
October 7, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Prepare for Your First Design Appointment in Yakima
A little homework before you visit a design studio makes the first conversation faster, clearer and far more useful.