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Proper Order For Painting Interiors, Doors, and Windows

Of course, the question is what do you paint first, after all other work is done and everything is cleaned up and dust removed. The obvious answer is that you begin by painting that which is higher and which can drip down, such as the ceiling. The trouble is that obvious answers aren't always r

Bedroom Decorating Ideas On the Farm

Bring the farm to life in your child's room.The Farm image by bonjo from Fotolia.comA farm theme for your child's room can work well if your child is an animal lover. Whether you want to do a full farm mural on the walls or just use bedding and accessories that incorporate a farm theme,...

All Things You Need To Recognize About Modern Contemporary Interior Design

Once you have become the proud owner of a home your first thought would surely be to create an indoor (and outdoor) environment that is visually and esthetically appealing and which will be appreciated by everyone that comes to your home. Most of us demand that the home be a comfortable and cozy pla

Choosing The Perfect Bedroom Furniture

A good boys’ bedroom Furniture idea is to have things and furnishings made lower to make it easy for your kids to use.In addition, it is very important that you should cover all sharp wooden and plastic edges with protective foam or cloth to help prevent injuries from sharp edges.

How Can I Design My Own Bathroom?

When designing your own bathroom, look at a variety of pictures online or in magazines to determine the style and feel you would like. Make a list of things you would love to have, that you think would be nice to have, and that aren't really important to you. When purchasing the items later on, this

Types of Carpet Fibers Available for Your Colorado Home

In the cold Colorado winters, it's easy to see why many homeowners take advantage of the warmth-enhancing benefits of carpet flooring. Not to mention, the carpet flooring Denver residents enjoy often helps lower the heating ...

Slipcovers - What You Need to Know

Slipcovers are an affordable, quick way to update a piece of furniture.They are practical, beautiful, and an environmentally-friendly choice, so if you have a favorite "old" piece of furniture, consider having a slipcover made for it.They are also great if you have pets and small children

Picture of Yellow Yarrow

Picture of a yellow yarrow. From our earliest days as children we are intrigued by the 'flat-top' look of both white and yellow yarrow.

Quick Weekend Decorating Projects on a Budget

So you want to make over your home, but you don't want to spend thousands of dollars doing it. For many homeowners hoping to improve their space on a budget, the answer is simple: do it yourself. The good news is that there are a number of quick DIY decorating projects that you can complete in

Care Instructions for Memory Foam

Memory foam is used in pillows and bedding, providing a foam texture that forms to your body shape. This is often used by people with back and neck trouble, as it puts less pressure on problem areas. Since the foam is a different substance from other types of basic bedding, it requires a more delica

Vertical Blind And Voile Net Panel Curtains

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How to Upholster a Bookcase Headboard

By upholstering a bookcase headboard, you can give the biggest piece of furniture in your bedroom a whole new look and change the feel of the entire room. Many patterns offered in upholstery fabric also come in lightweight, coordinating curtain fabric. Consider sewing curtains to match your new head

Tips For Decorating Your Front Door

The front door of your house is one of the very first things that people see when they come to visit you. It is one of the most important aspects when it comes to your house's curb appeal, yet many people neglect decorating their front door or don't take the time to make it special.Here ar

How to Paint a Gothic Style Bedroom

Gothic bedrooms spark images of castles, gargoyles or dragons and other similar architectural elements. Skip black walls since the color should suggest a Gothic atmosphere rather than Halloween. Consider deep purple, garnet or midnight blue for colors. Select one wall as an accent. Paint faux stone

How to Paint a Shared Kids Room

Kids often share a room, and painting the room takes on extra challenges,because you may have two different personalities trying to share the same space. Chances are, they may not like the same colors or decorative styles. Make this set up work by finding some commonalities in these elements. Use so

A Decorative Fix to Space Behind the Toilet

Using the space behind the toilet is challenging, as it is not really large enough for furniture, yet commands too much space to keep it empty. By building up the vertical space behind the toilet, several design options provide functional solutions to the problem. These solutions enhance the space o

Rustic Bedroom Ideas

Richly colored wood adds instant rustic appeal to this bedroom.bedroom image by Adrian Hillman from Fotolia.comRustic décor includes natural colors and textures, plans and old-fashioned items. Natural colors often include muted tones in shades of green, brown, blue, orange, red,...