Interior Design / Decor
Feng Shui Tips for Decorating Your Home
by Guest Post on Jan 2, 2010
The Chi, (or energy flow), should never be made stagnant at this point. Pictures and ornamental decorations in this area should be pleasing and round leafed plants in pots attract prosperity into the home. Another tip to remember is that if you have doorways from front to back that is visible, the flowing of energy should be stopped from escape. Continue reading →
Simple Ways to Transform a Room on a Budget
by Guest Post on Jan 12, 2010
If your room has the same look over a long period of time, you obviously feel unhappy and bored. There are indeed simple ways to transform the entire look of your room without having to spend lavishly. This can be done by changing all the furniture and accessories in that room. Continue reading →
How to Stain Furniture
by Guest Post on Jan 13, 2010
Staining an unfinished piece of furniture or refinishing an older piece is a great way to have a quality piece at a fraction of the cost. The process is fairly simple and depending on if you have to remove an old finish or not is not that difficult to do. Continue reading →
Beautiful Restoration Techniques for Teak Furniture
by Guest Post on Jan 19, 2010
Teak wood furniture is very beautiful, and an especially popular choice for the outdoors. While brand-new teak wood furniture has a beautiful honey color, over time and exposure to sun and the elements, the color of the wood changes to a silver-gray. Continue reading →
Creating a Modern Bedroom
by Guest Post on Jan 22, 2010
Do you want a modern bedroom but do not know where to begin with all of the options available? That is a common stumbling block that most individuals face when planning this design. Continue reading →
Livening Up Your Living Room
by Guest Post on Jan 22, 2010
When wanting to make a significant change to your living room without completely changing the design, you should consider changing your living room furniture. The most popular reason for this dramatic change is to replace worn-out or old pieces with newer pieces. Continue reading →
The Origins of Shabby Chic Furniture
by Guest Post on May 28, 2010
Shabby chic is most definitely less shabby and more chic. Shabby chic has been a popular decorating style for the past 30 years. Many furniture designers now are taking the basic elements of a shabby chic home and combining it with a touch of glamour. Continue reading →
3 Ways to Dress Up a Metal Folding Chairs
by Guest Post on Jun 8, 2010
Metal folding chairs can be a great addition to a game room, family entertainment area, or simply for guest use. They are often the cheapest and simplest choice for various events that feature larger crowds that will need seating. Continue reading →
Modern Canvas Art in Interior Design
by Guest Post on Jul 6, 2010
Art can be a way of giving an interior the wow factor without the need to spend thousands on painting and decorating. Decorating, wallpaper, and paint costs can amount to a fortune. Labor costs add quite considerably along with wall preparation and the many hidden costs that can occur when decorating. Continue reading →
Home Interior Design
by Guest Post on Jul 30, 2010
The interior of a home can often say as much about a person as the clothes they wear. The passion for interior design is growing. Many households are taking more care about the pieces of furniture they buy, the look they want to achieve and maybe experimenting with design styles. Continue reading →
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