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Curtains or Draperies - Which Room and Why

I get a lot of email from people across cyberspace asking me to explain the difference between Curtains and Draperies. At the same time, these same inquisitive people ask me to direct them on what are the proper rooms of their home in which to hang curtains and what rooms should they hang draperies. I will do my best to explain what type of window treatment is best suited for the room.Before I start, I would just like to say that what I have to say here are just suggestions. None of my suggestions are writt...

Bamboo is Beautiful

When thinking about a project that could involve any type of wood or hardwood, have you considered using bamboo as your chosen material instead. Bamboo is one of the most popular building materials, not just because it comes from a sustainable source (bamboo grows very quickly and can be harvested safely) but also because it is a beautiful material. Using bamboo for your countertops is a great way to brighten up any kitchen or bathroom, and matches almost any dÈcor scheme. Bamboo is very modern ...

Slip Covers for Recliners

Your recliner has been a faithful and loyal friend. You've spent many hours sitting in it, reclining in it, resting in it. You can't even count the number of times you've fallen asleep in your recliner while watching television. It has been part of the family. When you were down, it silently offered a bit of comfort. Now, you fear you'll have to part with it. It has gotten old and out-of-date. Its fabric is no longer bright and beautiful. Plus, you've redecorated the living room and the recliner sticks ou...

Space Saving Designs For the Kitchen

If you are remodeling your kitchen, there is no better time to add some great space-saving additions. Here are a few ideas: * A pot rack can be hung from the ceiling to provide an extra space to hang pots and pans, utensils, etc. * Build shelves into the sides of cabinets for extra space to keep spices, jars, or food wraps. * Mount spice racks on the wall near your stove to free up cabinet space. Or make use of small extra space in cabinets to install a vertical pull-out drawer specifically for spices. ...

Remodeling Your Bathroom - Refurbish or Remove?

A lot of times, remodeling can mean complete demolition of what is currently in the bathroom. Tearing down everything might be exactly what your remodel needs, but it also might not. You can save money as well as time and effort by simply refurbishing some of the existing furniture and appliances. For example, you can sand down cabinets to repaint and change out the existing hardware to give your cabinets a whole new look. Depending on the material of your countertops, you might be able to keep the existin...

Home Decorating on a Budget

Budget decorating ideas are among the most creative decorating that anyone can come up with. After all, it's easy to create a design with limitless funds, however, when we must come up with low budget decorating ideas, we really need to use our imaginations. It is also important to stay organized when decorating on a shoestring budget. Therefore, you may want to follow these steps for decorating on a budget, and making sure that you stay within the amount that you can afford, while still living in style. ...

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