I simply cut out the old, installed the new and then added a decorative "wrap" around the bottom 3' to cover the seam I created between the old column and new.

One time they actually left the living room better than we had it, I thought...but didn't dare tell the wives, who are in charge of decorating

Mostly Cosmetic, New Kitchen, Master Bath, and updated the décor from the 70's to present.

Well, the cabin decor is not my style at all.

Hey guys, thanks for the recent replies, I hadn't checked this thread in a while but I got some alerts in my email.1) Natalie - it is professionally staged, its designer decorated: couches from Ligne Roset, kitchen is all gaggeneau appliances and boffi cabinets, it really can't get anymore high end.

.  :-)The window coverings came in today, and I have a couple of other decorative items on order.  

I have never used Menards.Lowes is great for selection on decorative items like mirrors and mosaic tile.

The finishes were simple, and the owners took many steps to keep the costs as low as possible: the owners found bath cabinets, doors, and sinks from Habitat for Humanity, bathroom floor tile in Mexico, kitchen cabinets  from IKEA, wood kitchen counter tops from Floor and Decor, and the wood floors were made of A-C Plywood sheets.  

The tenant may not unreasonably withhold consent to the landlord to enter the dwelling unit from time to time in order to inspect the premises; make necessary or agreed repairs, decorations, alterations, or improvements; supply agreed services; and exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgagees, tenants, workers, or contractors.

Egress.Fireplaces are fine but they are decorative in his type of multifamily, cap the chimneys either just to keep critters out or to close the fireplace use off.