Tips About Interior And Exterior Design

Decorating with Rugs

Tips for Decorating with Rugs

Decorating with Rugs Add a rug to a room that lacks excitement, and problem solved. While that alone is a good enough reason to decorate with a rug, there are many others just as compelling. You might even say it completes a room by tying all the different pieces together visually. A rug can anchor a room, define it, add warmth, and help layer a room's decor. There are several different ways to...

House Smell

10 Natural Ways To Make Your House Smell Great

House Smell 1. Essential Oil Diff users I love my diffuser because it’s so easy to use! You just fill it with water, pour a few drops of essential oil in, and turn it on. The diffuser creates a fine mist that carries the scent of the essential oils throughout your house. And if you’re as excited about fall as I am, why not embrace it a bit early? Follow the link below for some of my favorite...

How to Organize a Garage

How to Organize a Garage Get a grip on garage gear with easy-to-implement storage solutions. These ideas show how to organize your garage to free up floor space and store more all year long. Install Cabinets Cabinets aren't just for your kitchen and bathroom. Garage cabinets keep tools, cleaning supplies, and off-season items organized and out of sight. Create zones by grouping items by category,...

lighting

How To Light Your House The Right Way

It might be a design cliche, but good lighting truly is everything. Lighting affects the ambiance and mood of a space — get it right and the whole look of your interiors will improve. These are my top 10 tips and considerations for creating a well-lighted home. Consider ceiling height. Knowing your ceiling height is important when selecting hanging light fixtures. Some lights come with adjustable...

Organize Storage Rooms

How to Organize Storage Rooms

Organize Storage Rooms Tips! A dedicated storage room for seasonal items, tools, crafting supplies and other items that you don't want cluttering the rest of your home can come in handy. Unfortunately, it's also easy for the room to become a mess if you're always dumping items inside without finding a proper place for them. Organization is key to keeping your storage room neat and easy to navigate -- and...

House Cleaning

House Cleaning Tips

House Cleaning Tips 1. Use Homemade Hardwood Floor Cleaner For Sparkling Floors. Take your hardwood floors from dull to “oh la la!” with this homemade hardwood floor cleaner. This eco-friendly cleaner is made with a few cups of vinegar, castile soap as well as a few other ingredients. Mix them all together and you will get these beautiful shining floors. 2. Use A Lint Roller To Clean Screen...

corridors

Cool tips to decorate a home corridor

Hallways and corridors which are in the central part of a home often tend to be ignored when the important rooms of a new house are being decorated. If corridors are between bathroom and bedroom they tend to be used as a utility section with washing machine and dryer and an ironing board if there is sufficient space. Sometimes families turn this into a storage zone with large walk in ceiling to floor...

Rooftop

Rooftop Garden Design Ideas and Tips

Whether you have a rooftop garden already or you are planning to have one, these 11 rooftop garden design ideas and essential tips will help you in having the most beautiful roof terrace garden. This useful Tips you can use for inspiration on your rooftop. 1. Keep it open A small rooftop if kept open looks big. Consider, for example, transparent glass instead of a parapet wall; fences, railing or even...

sofa

Six Tips for Choosing the Perfect Sofa

Like everything else in this era of endless choice, there seem to be infinite options when it comes to choosing a sofa. You might think you know exactly what you want, but once you walk into a shop or browse images online, the styles, shapes, and customization alternatives can become overwhelming. Save yourself the time, money, and potential buyer's remorse and use these tips to get a clear idea of what...

curtains

The 7 Do’s and Don’ts of Finding the Perfect Curtains

Framing windows with long curtains and drapes is a great way to add glamor and personality to a room. But it can be surprisingly difficult to select curtains. Before you head out to the store to buy some, check out these curtain do's and don'ts. Hints and Tips for Selecting Curtains Consider the purpose that your curtains will serve in any given room. Will they provide a splash of color? Privacy?...

7 Small Entryway Ideas for a Stylish First Impression

Entryway ideas for your home Whether your front door opens into a grand, classical entryway or right onto the dark corner of the kitchen, that will be the first place your guests see in your home. These 7 incredible ideas will get you on the right track. 1) Start from the Ground Up Rugs help define an entry and add texture and pattern for a finished feel. Sisal is a great choice for a high-traffic...

Kids' Room Colors

Kids’ Room Color Wisdom: How Colors Affect Behavior

Kids' Room Colors! This is particularly true for children, who can be extra sensitive to color's impact. So the importance of picking out just the right color for a young child's room shouldn't be underestimated. You can learn the effects of colors to make your child's room happy and healthy. While scientists have learned a lot about the way color influences our minds and bodies, keep in mind that every...

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