Home Decorating - Choosing The Right Lights For Your Look And Needs, Part 2

March 16th, 2008 by admin

In part two of this two part series, we look at practical advice for choosing lighting according to both your decorating and usage needs…

A Lighting Checklist

In order to analyze the lighting requirements for a particular room, first draw up a checklist.

Does the room have several functions? Many rooms have to be multi-functional; clever lighting can make one room seem like several, illuminating dining, working, reading, and sitting areas in different ways, and allowing one area to be lit separately from the rest.

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Smart Decor - How To Choose Custom Window Treatments With Confidence

March 15th, 2008 by admin

You’ve carefully selected your décor, looked high and low for the right flooring, and agonized over paint samples. Now put the finishing touches on your home by using a professional to help you find the best custom window treatments that fit your space and lifestyle, flawlessly.

Indeed, choosing the best custom window treatments can be a daunting task. Many consumers can’t always identify the best solution for their home without discussing the possibilities with a knowledgeable professional. All they know is that they have a unique or hard-to-fit space or are looking for a more distinctive and distinguishing shade, blind, valance or drape.

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Home Decorating - Choosing The Right Lights For Your Look And Needs, Part 2

March 9th, 2008 by admin

In part two of this two part series, we look at practical advice for choosing lighting according to both your decorating and usage needs…

A Lighting Checklist

In order to analyze the lighting requirements for a particular room, first draw up a checklist.

Does the room have several functions? Many rooms have to be multi-functional; clever lighting can make one room seem like several, illuminating dining, working, reading, and sitting areas in different ways, and allowing one area to be lit separately from the rest.

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Horizontal Glass Window Panels

March 3rd, 2008 by admin

The magic of stained glass should be enjoyed by everyone. If you can afford to put it in your home, you should do it and enjoy the treasure every day. Whether you are in a new house, and older home, or even an apartment, you can have true stained glass windows to look at every time you walk by. Horizontal glass window panels can make it possible.

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Decorating Ideas For Apartment Bathrooms, Part 2

March 2nd, 2008 by admin

In part two of this two part series, we offer some tips, advice, and ideas for decorating apartment bathrooms stylishly…

Furnishings

If you are choosing new plumbing fixtures, you can take advantage of lots of new ideas and innovations for a sleek, up-to-the-minute look. Modern ceramics are designed to fit effortlessly into small spaces, with smoothly rounded corners and flowing lines. Bathtubs are often molded around the body to narrow at each end, saving a vital few inches. Corner sinks, semi-inset sinks that can be set into a shelf, or inset sinks to drop into a countertop all offer clever design options. For extra floor space, choose a free-standing sink on a narrow pedestal, or a wall-mounted unit that leaves the floor free. Explore industrial and catering suppliers for high-tech steel sinks to set into a countertop or vanity unit.

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Decorating Ideas For Apartment Bedrooms, Part 2

January 29th, 2008 by admin

In part two of our two part series, we look at some specific decorating tips and ideas for apartment bedrooms…

Style Pointers

WALLS AND CEILING

Fresh white walls and ceiling reflect the light and create a spacious atmosphere as well as a neutral backdrop for colorful furnishings and accessories.

ACCESSORIES

Framed posters reinforce the blue and white color theme and break up the wall space. A few well-chosen accessories - vases of flowers, bedside candlelamps, and simple knickknacks - add a personal stamp.

SOFT FURNISHINGS

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