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Plain white ceiling is boring. If you want to add fun to your room, colorize your ceiling. It’s especially recommended for room with a high ceiling. Colored ceiling make such room cozy in place of intimidating. Paint your ceiling with nice, soothing color and see the effect. You can paint your ceiling with a sky scene i.e. stars and clouds. Your kids will love to sleep under it.
Framed photos on the wall are a great way to make your home cozy. Framed family photographs will help your family members to relive the good moments. You can arrange them in chronological order and can frame them in wooden or metallic frame. Alternatively, you can use old picture frame to frame a quotation you love.
With a little creativity and imagination, you can create a faux window or a faux arch on your walls by using trompe l’oeil and faux finish wall murals. Trompe l’oeil basically means to trick the eye. An illusion of three dimension is created. Windows, doors, pillars, arches can all be painted by using above mentioned techniques.
Then, there are painted ceramic or marble tiles which can be used to decorate either interior or exterior of your house. Tile wall murals are perfect for kitchen backsplashes and kitchen walls. There is a choice of either stock tile murals or custom tile murals. Stock tile murals are mass produced whereas in custom tile murals, you have the choice of sending your favorite picture to the manufacturer. It is then painted on the tiles. Custom murals are costlier than stock murals.
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March 21st, 2009 at 01:30pm
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Wall murals are a fun way to enliven a dull, boring wall. You can add a touch of your personality to your by painting or hanging wall murals. With a little bit of creativity, a simple room can be turned into a playful, adventurous zone. Best of all, you don’t have to be an artist to decorate your walls. Just pick up any children’s book or artwork to draw the inspiration. If you are a beginner, start practicing on a cardboard. Once you grow in confidence, start with the actual wall.
If you want it easy going, then you can also buy mural kits. Wall mural kits for children are readily available in the market. All you have to do is, trace and outline on the wall and then fill in color with a paintbrush. You can get good quality brushes at craft stores like Ben Franklin and Hobby Lobby. Pick up flat and round brushes for wide areas and a pointed brush for details.
As per your taste and budget, you can cover a single wall or entire room with murals. You can decorate your bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, kid’s room and create all sorts of illusion with wall murals.
According to taste, trompe l’oeil and faux finish can also be used in the murals. Trompe l’oeil means, to trick the eye. A three dimensional effect is created in this art. Windows, doors, pillars and arches can be painted in trompe l’oeil murals. You can hire a local artist to paint that for you or an artist from many of the websites dedicated to this art. You can also create a faux effect on your own. You can use stencils or stamps for this. You can use stencils to create a three dimensional effect. The more the layers, the better it will be. Depending on how you shade the objects, stencils can give the sense of perspective.
Also, there are wallpaper murals available in the market as well as on scores of Internet sites. Adhesives with guidelines come with them. You simply have to mix the adhesives and paste the panels according to instructions.
When you are in the process of deciding which wall to choose for hanging mural, decide on the one, which gets minimum amount of sun exposure, where furniture is not moved frequently. Taking this simple precaution will help your mural to stay intact for years.
You can also get a personal photograph, any illustration or artwork be converted into a mural. This type of mural is called custom mural. Many companies are doing this now a day.
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For the past several years I have seen the emergence of a new trend called ‘Lifestyling’. Lifestyling encompasses many elements on gracious living, extravagant and memorable entertaining, architecture, home design, and tips on where to live comfortably in spaces large and small, with less effort or clutter than you can imagine. In fact, this trend has effectively blurred the lines of traditional titles and professions. New ideas and new inspiration have created new sales to the tune of over 70 million dollars for one large company.
But haven’t good ideas for living always been around? The answer is yes. Certainly there have been people in the past that shared tips and ideas through books and magazine articles on how to entertain, or make a special recipe; they were mostly focused on one area. Lifestyling gurus help you capture all the pieces and put them together graciously and quickly. Collectively, they promote ideas on living, entertaining, decorating, gardening, fashion and design. The focus of some of the ideas is glamorous while others are much more practical. In fact, some of the ideas are not really new at all, just regenerated information with a twist. Today, Lifestyling books contain the complete picture. Add to that the convenience aspect. We can obtain many of these ideas in articles, books, websites, TV and video. Product endorsements and specialized lines are also available to top Lifestylists. Can you see why the opportunities are endless?
Who are the Lifestylists?
Unless you’ve been whisked away to an island without TV, Internet access or a newspaper, you can’t escape the ideas and publicity generated by Ms. Martha Stewart. Hands down, Martha is the most well known Lifestylist out there. Whatever your take on her style, or where her career is currently headed, she has created a multi-million dollar industry all to herself.
You may also be familiar with other Lifestylists like Susie Coelho, Carolyne Roehm, Sheila Bridges, Katie Brown and Colin Cowie to name a few. These Lifestylists were former fashion models and business owners, interior or furniture designers, caterers or event planners. Whatever their background, the ideas and information contribute in large ways to this new industry. In an era when fast food and fast pace reign supreme, and etiquette and formal parties have fallen off, they have brought the idea of homemaking and fabulous entertaining back into style.
Standing out within a proven trend
All of the ideas are not perfect for everyone. In a world where we are embracing our diversity and individual contributions, there is no doubt that the current crop of Lifestylists can stand a few more ideas. We are all becoming conditioned to receiving large amounts of information at a time. Think about how a consumer might question the value of a cookbook with just recipes over a book that explains how to shop, prepare, serve, decorate and entertain all in one book. Which do you think might capture more interest? Are your services just as interesting?
Are you capitalizing on this trend?
We are all guilty of focusing on our core competencies. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. But once you’ve become efficient or obtained expert status in one area, it’s time to expand your offerings. If you want to expand your offerings by turning what you do into a lifestyle brand - think big and think differently. Thinking of yourself as a complete brand is worthwhile to you, your clients, and your current revenue.
Look at ways you can naturally and effortlessly expand what you do. For example, I hired a caterer recently to provide food for a shower I was throwing. It would have made my life much easier if he had offered to provide complete event-planning services as well. It is a natural expansion. Even If he doesn’t know a thing about planning those events or did not have the staff to do so he can easily team up with event planners that do.
Riding the trend requires a different way of thinking. Caterers are not just providing food; they become consultants in entertaining. Decorators don’t just decorate; they style a room around a style of life.
Can you do it too?
Of course you can! Begin where you are with what you have.
* Take note of the new trend and think about what compliments your current services;
* Think about how to make your client’s life easier by providing more ideas, value and assistance in executing those ideas. If you don’t know how to do something different, seek out the information and learn it, or
* Team up with other professionals that add something complimentary to your core service;
* Reinvent your title to match your new service offerings;
* Educate your client with the information you have, but have not used and;
* Strive to provide something unique in your market.
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Lise Richards is the founder of the Artistic Lifestyling program, which helps design trade professionals, capitalize on the Lifestyling trend. The Artistic Lifestyling program is available through a licensing agreement and is expanding throughout the United States. For more information, about expanding your design and decorating services, email her at LiseRichards@ArtisticLifestyling.com. Found on http://home-improve.wspci.com
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March 21st, 2009 at 01:30pm
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At some point all owners buy window coverings as part of a building or remodeling project. At these times you probably pay more attention to the curtains themselves than the curtain rods. However, it might surprise you to realize the enormous variety of rods available, and the difference that selecting the right rod can make to the overall effect of your window dressing. Hanging a rod in the correct manner and finishing it well can also have an impact. You need to find out a little more about curtain rods before you begin your next window redesign task.
You are probably aware that there are three elements to a curtain rod. The pole is the part that the material hangs from, either on rings or directly in the case of tab top curtains. There are also finials which sit on the ends of the pole to prevent the curtains sliding off, and the brackets which secure the pole to the wall. Each of these elements can be solely functional, or they can include decorative features to enhance the look of the overall window feature.
A good choice for non standard sized windows is an extending pole. This is made of two hollow poles, one slightly narrower, which fit one inside the other. The pole can then be adjusted to the required length.
The finials can be a really extravagant and ornate feature if that complements your overall design. They can be made from a variety of substances, such as blown glass, carved wood, or wrought iron. You can update your finials at any time to change the whole look of the curtain rod. If your pole is wooden you can always paint it to ensure it matches or complements the finials.
Small functional brackets can easily be hidden behind the curtain pole, but if you want to make a feature of these, there are brackets available that will coordinate with your finials. Larger brackets with fixtures for two or more curtain poles can be bought. These are great for achieving a layered effect with your curtains. The inner pole being used for a sheer fabric, and the outer pole for a more traditional curtain. Layering your curtains not only looks great but can provide additional insulation and soundproofing as well. Be sure your brackets are designed to support the weight of more than one set of curtains, and that they are securely fastened into the wall with long enough screws.
When it comes to positioning your rod, it is largely a matter of personal taste. However there are some simple rules that can help you maximize the look of your windows. If you have high ceilings but fairly short windows, you will want to place the rod some distance above the top of your window. This will add length to your window pane and draw attention up to the high ceiling. In a similar way, narrow windows can be widened by using a longer pole than necessary. You will need extra wide curtains, or perhaps a number of panels to hide the wall on either side of the window.
Rods can be used away from the window as well. They are perfect for mounting a wall hanging or tapestry on a particularly ugly wall. If you have a large expanse of open wall space that a framed picture simply will not do justice to, a beautiful throw or piece of fabric, suspended from a curtain rod can give just the right effect. Next time you are , pay more attention to your selection of curtain rod, you will be amazed at the effects you can achieve with a little imagination.
The author Linden Walhard is interested in stories about window coverings and building. You might discover his work on curtain rods over at http://www.curtains-drapes-coverings.com/curtain-rods.html and many different sources for curtain rods knowledge.
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March 21st, 2009 at 01:30pm
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For small windows, mini blinds could be your best window treatment alternative. They come in a wide variety of materials like vinyl, aluminum, wood and PVC plastic. Mini blinds can be a great way to decorate a small area due to them being a very inexpensive window treatment, their ease to use, and that they work well in combination with other window covering and blind treatments. They come in a vast combination of colors which makes them easy to blend or highlight an area. Installation is a key factor with mini blinds. Take for instance aluminum mini blinds, when installed properly they are extremely energy efficient, will protect furniture and flooring from those harmful UV rays, and can give great sound absorption. When deciding on your mini blinds a couple of things that you should take into consideration is how will the window blind fit into your room’s decor or what level of privacy you desire. For instance you may want no light appearing when the blinds are closed and lots of privacy, you will want to choose a mini blind that is not transparent in material choice and closes very flat. But if privacy during the evening hours is not an issue and you want maximum daylight during the day, choosing a sheer mini blind is a beautiful answer to your needs. Overall, mini blinds can be the most cost effective start to your window treatment design and with their combination with other window treatments like curtains, cornices, swags, valances - you will achieve a very professional finish to your window decor that will enhance any rooms appeal.
Choosing aluminum mini blinds for your home
You will find a lot of benefits with aluminum blinds. Nowadays they are made with a very attractive appearance, are very durable and can be utilized in just about any room that you would need. Aluminum mini blinds are constructed and built to have a long life span. These window treatments are available in a large selection of colors so that you can find the perfect window blind that will blend well with your homes interior. Being a long-time basic for the office, micro blinds and aluminum blinds are moving more into homes dcor design. More than ever before, they are blending beauty and value to your design by offering you privacy and light control. The mini blind may also be referred to as a Venetian blind. These window blinds are designed with curved slats with 1 inch being a standard choice due to its strength and durability. Micro-mini blinds have half-inch slats. Something to think about when you are choosing mini blinds is resistance to static, as static electricity will attract more dust. If you are deciding on a bold window blind treatment, the 1 3/8 inch aluminum blind achieve this and still give you all the practicality of a mini blind. The new crisp and clean look of window blinds today is what is going to be around for a long time. Aluminum blinds have are a beautiful and unique style addition, which could give new life to any homes decor.
Choosing the right color for your mini blinds
Mini blinds are a savior for people looking for smaller window treatments. Because they are designed on a smaller scale does not mean they are less attractive when compared to the traditional window blind. Mini blinds have evolved so that you can choose just about any color and type of material that you need for your home decor plans. When choosing a color for your window blinds, the first thing is that you should know is what kind of light your room is getting from the outside? As the sun moves the light will change within your room, thus changing the look and appearance of your dcor. Even different seasons will give you different light reflections. If you have a room that gets its light earlier in the day, this usually means that you need a warmer color for your blind. This is also the case where a room receives the late afternoon or evening sunset glow, here the room will benefit from the reddish light that will come to your window thus giving you a warm decorative feeling. Now, if you are looking for some cool light from outside, choosing a brushed aluminum finish will give a cooling effect on the window and the room. When the decision of the desired effect wanted from your window blinds or shutters has been determined best for your room, then work on a style and look of the blind. Window blind treatments need the same investment and amount of attention as the rest of the furniture in your homes dcor, this will give balance and comfort. So have fun choosing what works best for you!
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Bamboo floors are gaining popularity with each year, becoming a high quality alternative to the traditional hardwood floors. It has become a wide choice in the Southeast and west cost due to its appearance and durability.
What is bamboo?
Bamboo is a type of grass (very strong grass) that grows mainly in tropical countries found mainly in Asia and China. Bamboo stalks mature very quickly in approximately five years reaching heights of about 50 feet unlike wood which may take from 50 to100 years to mature.
Bamboo renews itself naturally and is environmentally friendly. Bamboo grows quickly from a type of grass into a material which is hard and durable. Even after harvesting bamboo grows at an impressive rate which makes it a great choice for flooring material and of course cost effective due to its quick overturn.
Bamboo variety and the techniques used to color it:
Bamboo comes in different colors like lightwood, honey, dark wood and amber. All colors have great success on the market being able to adapt to almost any interior and design. The techniques used to bring out different colors in bamboo flooring are carbonization and pressure steaming.
Flooring patterns used for bamboo floors
Bamboo flooring panels can be done in many different flooring types. Patterns mostly used are vertical or flat grain which are normally nailed down or floated.
There are many advantages of having a bamboo floor. Besides the great exotic look it also offers durability, stability, environmental friendly as well as it is very cost effective.
Bamboo flooring maintenance
Bamboo flooring promise low maintenance which makes it even a greater deal. You will never need to stain or re-stain your bamboo floors ever as the coloring of the floor is determined by the amount of time it was processed.
It is suggested to consider the replacement of your bamboo flooring periodically and not installing it in places like the bathroom just like the hardwood it will warp the surface.
Conclusion
A fashionable and modern trend bamboo flooring is a must consider substitute for your hardwood flooring. With all the advantages that is has to offer the disadvantages simply are not even worth mentioning.
Cost effective easy to maintain and in style combined with durability, stability and environmentally friendly - this is what the bamboo floors offer; how can you resist?
To find the best deal for you make sure to check on line as well as real stores. There are many sites and choices available to match every house and budget.
Learn about the types of types of hardwood floors, and hardwood floor installation kits that are available to add that perfect touch to your home. For more tips on refinishing hardwood please visit us today.
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