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How to Decorate a Lodge-Style Home
When decorating a lodge-style home, comfort is a priority. With unfinished wood, hardwood floors, natural stone and warm lighting, lodge décor is rustic and informal. You can accentuate this leisurely mood by bringing your personality into the mix with modest or dramatic elements. They key to
How to Fix Rust Damage
The easiest way to fix rust damage is by removing the build-up of rust. As time passes the rust continues to spread, causing even more damage. In some cases rust gets so bad it causes rust-through or rust-holes. At that point the only thing to do is to replace the badly rusted areas or throw the obj
Characteristics of Ceramic Wall Tiles
Ceramic wall tiles can be used to create some amazing designs which can impress anyone who watches them. You would certainly find a design which would suit the design, color and style of your home. The easy availability of clay has been used by man to create some exciting designs of the ceramic wall
Cost Effective Tips For Apartment Decorating
People have a tendency to decorate an apartment much differently than they would decorate a home. After all, who wants to spend a lot of time and money designing a place they don't own? Fortunately, there are numerous upgrades and decorating ideas that can make an apartment more like a permanen
How to Compare Double Air Beds
When shopping for a double air bed, a lot of choices and varieties are available. To make the best purchase, it's important to consider ahead of time the many ways that the bed will be used. Double air beds can be designed for camping, occasional use and full-time use, depending on your needs.
Carpet Cleaning South Bend: How to Maintain the Beauty of Your Carpet?
While carpets enhance the beauty of a room and makes it comfortable during the winters, the most complicated task is to maintain the beauty of the carpet particularly if you have kids at home who ...
All About Blinds In The Home Or Office Today
Today blinds can help keep the sun out and give you the privacy you need for any home or apartment. It can save you a lot of money on your electric bill, and keep a room cooler in a warmer environment. Since there's a variety to choose from finding the right ones for your home should be easy on
Homemade Fireplace Mantel Ideas
You can construct a post-and-shelf mantel and surround yourself.Christmas Stockings by Fireplace image by Mary Beth Granger from Fotolia.comWhether your fireplace doesn't have a mantel or the current piece just doesn't match your decor, the type of mantel you install above your fireplace...
Silk Fabric Buying Guide
Silk is one of the most desired and popular natural fibers with a rich history. Pliny, the Roman historian, quoted in his Natural History in 70 BC that €Silk was obtained by removing the down ...
How to Decorate a Bedroom When the Headboard Has to Go in Front of a Double Window
When the best place for your headboard is in front of a double window, you have a choice to make. You can choose a small headboard and let more natural light in, or choose a large, decorative headboard and limit the light entering your room. Decorate your room to reflect your personality and individ
Advantages Of French Furniture And Why This Type Of Furniture Is Ideal For Your Home
There are a lot of different types of furniture available in the market. With such a wide array of options, it might be difficult for homeowners to choose. But if you are after a beautiful piece of furniture that will last for decades, you might want to consider getting French furniture.
How to Make an Area Rug Braided
A braided rug is a classic homey addition to any room in the house. Not to mention it's a great way to reuse all those old clothes taking up space in your closets! If you have basic needle-and-thread abilities and a knowledge of how to braid, this crafty project will be a snap. Follow these steps to
5 Popular Themes for a Kid's Room or a Baby Shower
Some themes are very appropriate for the decorations of a child's room. Many of these themes can be derived from a baby shower that was recently held.
How to Select the Trim Color for a House
The color of trim you choose for your home is key to making the exterior stand out. There is a vast array of color choices from which to choose; finding the one that works for your home depends on the material used to construct your home, additional colors found in the material and decor and how dar
How to Paint Formica Kitchen Cabinets
Formica is not a material that you can just slap a coat of paint on. Because it is non-porous and smooth, a coat of paint will normally be hard to evenly spread and would just peel off when dry. There are steps you can take to avoid this disaster. With some effort you can prepare your Formica cabine
Cushion Cover Ideas
Cushions may need updating because of long-term use or everyday wear and tear. Hiding stains is easy if they are on one side of the cushion or can be covered with decorative throws or pillows. But when both sides of a cushion are damaged, you may want to replace or recover them. Recycle, reuse and r
How to Paint an Entryway
An entryway is an important part of a house. This is the area where guests are greeted and where the style of the house is staged. Because guests often pause in the entryway it is important to orchestrate the area to be welcoming and functional as well as stylish. The ceiling and light fixture shoul
How to Make Child Curtains
Young children love getting into everything, including those expensive mini blinds on their window. Save yourself a headache and some repair money by replacing the mini blinds with some curtains. Children's curtains can be made from just about any fabric, as long as you use a lining for better light
Lace Curtain Ideas
Lace curtains can add a touch of elegance to a home that is difficult to achieve with other materials. Because of its delicate and intricate nature, lace adds romance and style to the simplest of window treatments. As you plan lace curtains, consider unexpected uses that will lend your windows style