Expert Design Ideas For Spring
Transform the things that are getting tired. Throw out your beaten up front door mat and replace it with a natural sisal or brush mat, or one of the new woven mats in black or a natural straw colour. Take a good look ... [... more]
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Spring Cleaning Checklists For The Home
There's probably a very good reason why they seem to overflow with clothing, shoes, hats, belts, etc. Most likely you need to commit to clearing out the space, so it can act as a functional, organized closet. I'm ... [... more]
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Designer Homes With Affordable Budgets
Little improvements can go a long way. You can change your towels, shower curtain and bath accessories for under $100. Add a vase and fresh blooms for an inviting touch. By coordinating new bathroom fittings with ... [... more]
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Treatments For Bay Windows
2. If you want something a bit more casual to go with tab curtains, you can make a template of the wall, indicating the outline of the bay window and get a custom 1/2" iron rod bent for you by an ironworker (if you ... [... more]
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The Secrets Of Design: Top Ten Tips For Beginners
Once you choose fabrics, you have to decide how to use them. Many designers use solid, neutral or small prints on large pieces. Avoid using bold, bright prints on sofas or bed coverings unless you're absolutely sure ... [... more]
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Patio Possibilities
As for choosing between a wooden deck, asphalt or interlocking patio: I favour wood because it is cool to use even in the hot sun. On the downside, it needs maintaining and costs more to install than asphalt (but, ... [... more]
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Hiring An Interior Designer Made Easy
Check that the interior designer you choose has a defined fee structure and make sure you get this in writing. Ensure that the designer knows your decoration budget and be clear about whether the design fees are ... [... more]
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Using Accents To Add Colour
Your colour combination sounds great, and very fashionable right now. Blue and brown tends to be a more subdued palette than some border schemes that lend themselves to the use of multiple colours. You can certainly ... [... more]
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Kimberley Seldon Shares Her Favourite Things
Shopping and travelling. Shopping and travelling. Shopping and travelling. That, and sharing new ideas with my viewers. Fans tell me constantly that I'm so real. That's because when I'm talking on television - I'm ... [... more]
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Home Sweet Home: An Interview With Sarah Richardson
I love design books. I find Andre Putman and John Saladino inspirational - I love fresh, clean, classic and simple designs. Actually, I worked with Nik (Manojlovich) on his show before hosting Room Service - that was ... [... more]
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Pitfalls To Avoid And Rules To Master
Don't fall in love with any furniture or item just because it has an appealing colour or exciting fabric. Look for good lines, quality construction, and elegant details first. Then have those pieces covered in a ... [... more]
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Surprise! Debbie Travis Reveals The Secrets Behind ...
Keep the secret. The fewer people that know, the better. Carefully select your allies; you'll need help to keep your victim away from home and for your detective work. A good poker face and the ability to carry off a ... [... more]
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