By Tom McNall
Last month, we discussed figuring out what you’re worth, based on your individual circumstances. Now, let’s tie that in with your production costs and what you can charge (or what your customer perceives as reasonable.)
By Tom McNall
Every Internet bulletin board, chat room, and every seminar I have ever conducted I always get the question: “What should I charge for this?”
By Tom McNall
Why do you not hear true stone guys recommending applications of commercial finishes – waxes – on installations? Are we just out to cheat the janitorial companies out of making a living, or do we have a personal vendetta against finish companies?
By Tom McNall
Why are stone floors not looking as good as they should? Why is it that edges and baseboards are constantly dirty? How does the grout get so dirty so quickly? And – most important – are there any real answers out there?
By Tom McNall
Over the years, I’ve seen numerous complaints from homeowners promised all but heaven-and earth with their stone from an interior designer or kitchen-cabinet company, only to be left disappointed with the results. When they complained to whomever sold them the stone, they’re told that “it’s within industry standards.”