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Turn Your Bath Into An Escape

Filed Under: Interior Design
Jul.13, 2010

Is your bathroom no more than a room where you shower or bathe? Do you not give much thought to its appearance or how it can really be used? What about the bathroom as your own private refuge or sanctuary, a place where you can escape to? After a long hard day’s work, there’s nothing better than have a place where you can relax the stress away and rejuvenate your spirits.

There aren’t many places in your home where you can actually escape the rest of the family. Although you sometimes need time to yourself, young children often follow along right on your heels. Everyone needs and deserves a little time now and then to unwind. With a little atmosphere, the bathroom can be the perfect place to do this.

Get Rid of That Cold, Sterile Look
Sometimes bathrooms end up looking like, well, no more than just a bathroom. Is it decorated with nothing more than stainless-steel towel racks and toilet-paper holders—the works? Is everything in the room pretty basic and straightforward, with nothing too fancy? If this is your bathroom, then here’s where you need to start!

So how are you going to soften the look? First add some wrought-iron towel racks or white or pastel colored wood. Lavender, sea foam, or another soft, relaxing shade is perfect for the walls. For the floor, go with carpet or colorful ceramic tiles. If your linoleum is plain-looking and hardly noticeable, definitely consider updating your floors.

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall
Look at your large bathroom mirror—does it look a little stark? If your mirror is just hanging there with nothing around it, then maybe it’s time to think about making a change. If you can, invest in a mirror trimmed with gold edges, or place wallpaper border around the one you have. Choose a border that contrasts with color of the walls. Or why not change the shape of the mirror completely? For instance, by adding an oval mirror you can create a romantic look.

Decorate the Tub
If you’re lucky enough to have a garden tub or one with wide edges, why not spruce it up? Greenery looks wonderful set around the edges. For instance, small ceramic pots filled with herbs and greenery will make your tub look especially inviting. Include some votive candles in the arrangement, and you are ready to soak in a bubble-filled tubs, letting the delicious scents of the candles float your worries away. Once you light a few candles and fill the tub, nothing is quite like bathing in the warm glow of candlelight.

Accents Pull It All Together
Pull your new bathroom together by adding a few accents. An oblong or square basket to hold a few bath towels makes the perfect touch. If the bathroom is big enough for a small table, you can always add one. Paint it a contrasting color and decorate it by stenciling flowers and greenery around the edges. Add some clear glass containers to hold cotton balls, Q-tips, and other items. You might also put your most attractive body splash and lotion bottles on display. Of course, there’s always room for more plants and more candles. Just make the room your own.

Bathing can be much more relaxing when you’re in an exquisitely beautiful room that smells heavenly. There’s no need to jump in the tub and jump right out again. Instead, you can to relax, unwind, and enjoy yourself. By taking along your favorite book or magazine and a glass of wine, you can make it the most peaceful part of your day! Remember, bathrooms don’t have to be boring.

About the Writer…
Leon Tuberman has been part of the furniture and interior decorating  business for 40 years. He owns and operates a popular furniture store in California. They carry a large selection of American made solid oak furniture for your living room, dining room and bedroom. Whether you’re looking for an bookcase for your study area or an wooden end table for your living room then they have everything you need.

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10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Bedroom

Filed Under: Bedroom, Interior Design
Jun.17, 2010

Your bedroom should be a calm and peaceful place where you can escape from the daily bustle and pressure of the outside world. However, it seems that all too often the stresses of the day work their way into the spaces where we are meant to be the most relaxed. Such intrusions contribute to insomnia, which can lead to major health difficulties. Luckily, it is surprisingly simple to remove those unwanted distractions from your bedroom so that your sleep can come easier.

Get rid of those late-night problems by remaking your bedroom into a safe, peaceful place to relax and sleep. Start with these 10 simple ideas:

1. Get the television out of the bedroom.
Move the television from your bedroom, and place it in an entertainment center in the family room or living room. Watching TV in bed inhibits good sleep.

2. It’s time to move the computer.
As with the television, it’s time to find a new home for your computer in a home office or at least in a corner in your family room or den. Remove the stress and worry of your work from the place where your focus should be relaxing and sleeping.

3. Remember to choose appropriate colors for your bedroom.
Color theory indicates that different hues have different effects on people. The cool colors that reside on the left side of the color wheel provide a sense of calm. Pick one of these colors for the bedroom, avoiding any of those bright, loud colors that are more exciting than soothing.

4. Eliminate excess noise.
Make sure that rooms adjacent to the bedroom are not home to stereos, televisions or other noisy electronics. Most modern homes aren’t built with soundproof walls, and the resulting noise that can penetrate your room can keep you up at night.

5. Don’t forget to block the light.
Select light-blocking window treatments. Even when there’s no sun, plenty of light from the outside can find its way into the bedroom, disturbing your sleep patterns. Keep your room as dark as possible, especially those of you whose work schedule necessitates sleeping during the day.

6. Add a little light.
For those of you who need a little light to sleep comfortably, it’s a good idea to add a few nightlights or a dimmer switch to the room, rather than sleeping with a bright lamp on.

7. It’s also a good idea to check your pipes.
Loud pipes might be waking everyone in the house when one person makes a bathroom visit in the middle of the night. Look for the cause of any clanging and banging, particularly in a bathroom that is adjacent to a bedroom.

8. Be sure to seal your windows and doors.
Keep drafts and annoying rattles out of the bedroom by making sure all your doors and windows are solid and secure.

9. Keep the air in your bedroom clean.
Place an air purifier or humidifier in your room to keep the air quality at its best. Allergens and excessively dry air can easily disrupt your sleep. They also make waking up extremely unpleasant. Many of these machines also produce white noise, which will conveniently drown out other distracting sounds.

10. Finally, it’s time to get organized.
Sort through your closets and find homes for your clothing and other personal items. A chaotic, messy room can be very stressful. Don’t try to fall asleep when everywhere you look you see shoes and clothes scattered all over the floor. It’s easier to sleep well knowing that everything is in its place.

Avo Barsoumian has been part of the interior decorating and home flooring community for the past 25 years. He owns and operates a home flooring company in Southern California. They have a huge selection of elegant hardwood flooring, beautiful laminate flooring and plush carpeting. So whether you’re looking for that perfect laminate floor for your new town house or a modern carpet to makeover your older house then Carpet Wagon carries everything you need.

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Country Style Apartment Decorating Ideas

Filed Under: Interior Design
Jun.14, 2010

If you’re living in an apartment, chances are that you’re living in the city. If your home is an apartment and you find yourself longing for the warm and cozy atmosphere of a country home, you can certainly have it! You don’t have to give up a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere just because you live in a city, whether big or small. With this décor, you can walk in your home and feel like you’re back in the country surrounded by rampant wildflowers and fresh air that flows through every fiber of your being. Here are some tips on how to turn you blank, expressionless apartment into a place you can call home.

Start with the Furniture
When you’re decorating in a country-style décor, the more wood, the better. Your wooden dining table, sofa, and other large pieces can be made of a natural-looking wood, such as knotty pine. Find these furnishings doesn’t necessarily have to cost you a fortune, as you can often find used furnishings at flea markets or online.

Wood end tables are essential furniture pieces as well. Lace doilies or checked pattern cloths can then be casually draped over the tables. Then you have a place to display candles in jars scented like cinnamon, vanilla, or apple pie for a country appeal.

Decorate the Walls for Added Interest and Depth
Bare walls typically appear very stark and blank, giving the entire room a cold feel. Warm up those walls by hanging some rural or black-and-white prints framed in wood. Or create a great focal point for the room by hanging a country-style quilt alone on a large wall.

Don’t Forget the Kitchen!
If your apartment kitchen has room for a table, then continue your country theme with a natural or knotty pine one. Top the table off with a checkered or lace cloth for a continuous country feel. If a table isn’t going to work in the space you have, use antique-looking bar stools at the counter instead. Wooden bowls and spoons, country candles, and wildflower arrangements can also help enhance the country atmosphere. Other nice touches with a country feel include a wicker centerpiece for the table and a wooden spice rack for the countertop.

Add Accessories and Accents You Love
The primary things to remember in a country-style décor are plenty of natural, exposed, or antique-looking wood, and simply patterned cloths for the tables. When choosing accessories and accents, go with items you truly love, as this will help add a little of your unique personality into the mix. Other wonderful country touches include natural flowers, country-style candles, bookcases filled with old or leather-bound books, quilts, and wicker.

Apartments often feel totally uninviting, appearing more or less to be the same. When you warm up your living space, you make it your own. You will love coming home to a style you adore after a hard day’s work. Country décor infuses comfort, coziness, and a truly welcoming feeling into your home. Create a décor in your apartment that you will love coming home to!

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Simple Decorating Ideas for Your Fireplace

Filed Under: Interior Design
Jun.01, 2010

Fireplaces are intended as a place to build a fire, usually for warmth, but for various reasons people choose not to utilize their fireplaces in this way. If you aren’t using your fireplace to radiate heat into your home, it can still be used to add some style to the room. You have many different options in terms of decorating the inside of a fireplace that will all work to add some interest to the decor.

Fill the Fireplace with Candles
Imagine your fireplace filled with several different-sized pillar candles all lit up. This is a great alternative where you can still get some warmth and light from the fireplace. Use fireproof plates or containers as bases for the candles. Add even more interest to the inside of the fireplace by using decorative plates and holders. Lit or unlit, the candles will make a great decor piece for your fireplace. You might choose to keep it to all plain or off-white candles, or you might get a little adventurous with different colors and styles of candles.

Add a Flower Arrangement inside the Fireplace
If you’re looking for a way to add some great color to the fireplace, try placing a large flower arrangement inside or even right outside the opening. You can either use a decorative basket or a vase with the flowers for an added touch. Measure the opening before you go and buy or create an arrangement. It should not be touching the inside walls but should rather be several inches away. This way it won’t be too overpowering. For the best fit, try to find a T-shaped arrangement.

Use a Decorative Fireplace Screen for the Area
If you’d rather not see the inside of your fireplace, place a nice decorative fireplace over the opening. There are many different kinds of screens to choose from, and you should be able to find a nice one. You are bound to find one that goes well with the style of the fireplace, as well as blending in beautifully with the decor of the room. This works really well for those who haven’t gotten around to refinishing their really old fireplace yet.

Make It Look Like a Real Fireplace with Wood Logs
Even if you don’t build fires in your fireplace, you can still enjoy its features. Simple add some nice wood logs, either real or fake. Then you can arrange them in a pleasing pattern. Then when guests come to your home, they won’t even be able to tell that your fireplace doesn’t work or you don’t use it. Now you can enjoy the scene without the hassle of a real fire. Just be sure to clean the fireplace before placing the logs in there.

Whether your fireplace doesn’t work or you simply choose not to use it, don’t let this built-in focal point go to waste in the room. After all, you can add some more style and originality to your decor by using one of these ideas to decorate the inside of the fireplace.

About the Author…
Leon Tuberman has been in the home furnishings and interior design industry for 4 decades. He owns and manages a popular furniture store in California. They carry a large selection of Amish made solid oak furniture for your living room, dining room and oak bedroom furniture. It doesn’t matter whether you’re shopping for a wood dresser for your master bedroom or a dining table for your formal dining room then they carry everything you need.

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Country Style Decorating at its Best

Filed Under: Interior Design
Apr.15, 2010

A country-style décor creates a look that’s both welcoming and warm. A country décor brings back all those fond memories of lon g ago: visits to grandma’s house, family gatherings, and delicious meals. Your home should reflect the personality and preferences of you and your family—after all, you’re the ones who spend your lives there. Everyone wants a home that not only gives a warm and inviting impression but is appealing as well. Consider some of these tips to help you spruce up your home and add splashes of interest to your décor.

The Key to Country Décor
The key to a country décor is all the little extras or accents scattered throughout the home. Essential for this look is wood furniture and natural fabrics such as cotton textiles that add depth and color. Display dishes and other knick knacks should be made of iron, stone, pewter, copper, and other natural elements. Display your kitchen collectibles on a wrought-iron baker’s rack for added appeal.

Giving Furniture That Comfortably Worn “Country Look
For rustic appeal, you want the furnishings in a country décor to appear slightly worn. If you have solid oak furniture, you should have no trouble achieving this look. Start by applying a layer of paint and let it dry partially. Then you can rub the areas that would wear during normal use, such as the edges, with a cloth or sponge. Another way to do it is to let the paint dry thoroughly and then use sandpaper to lightly sand to edges, creating that worn look. The ideal wooden furniture for this look is pine, as it adds to the country feel.

Accents Make All the Difference!
When it comes to accents for a country décor, your options are endless. For example, you might add an extra element of country to the room with a handmade quilt. Simply toss one over the back of the couch or throw it across a corner or a rocking chair. Another easy way to add color and texture is with throw pillows. Perfect for this style are throw pillows with crocheted covers or country-oriented tapestry designs. Another great touch for this décor style is a braided rug. Start with a large oval braided rug in the center of the room and then arrange furnishings around it, creating a cozy central area in which to relax or entertain guests.

Baskets, copper pots, and vases are practically a necessity when it comes to designing a country décor. You can put a basket in nearly any room. The living room can benefit by a small basket placed on the mantle above the fireplace, wood coffee tables, or end tables. The basket can then be filled with dried flowers, greenery, and herbs. Choose a medium-sized basket for the kitchen, placing it in the center of the table and filling it with painted wooden fruits. Baskets can also be used for holding magazines or towels in the bathroom.

Copper and stone pots will contribute an earthy touch to the décor. They can be filled with flowers fresh out of the garden or loaded with herbs. These pots can be placed anywhere and everywhere. Nothing makes a home feel more warm and welcoming than live plants and herbs.

With these tips, you can add some creative flair to your country décor. Of course, be sure to incorporate your own creative ideas so that your home is expressing your unique nature. What will result is a home that’s not only warm and beautiful, but which showcases your individuality as well.

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Easy Ways to Add a Country and Western Theme at Home

Filed Under: Interior Design
Apr.02, 2010

Have you ever thought about how nice it would be to live in those times when men worked outside on the ranch or farm and women did the cooking and other household duties? Your mind goes back to a time wh en family was at the center of people’s lives, where all gathered around a large country dining table to share a tasty home-cooked meal. To us, these times in the country seem more relaxing, a place where beautiful lush green grass met azure blue skies. You can capture this feeling of an era gone by with a country and western décor.

Re-creating the Past

It’s easier than you might think to create this comfortable, welcoming look. For many, an elegant, stately looking home is the goal. If you simply want all who enter your home to feel at ease and relaxed, then consider a country and western décor. Your home is open to anyone and everyone-and, if they could, your visitors would stay forever. Your guests will feel this much at home when they come to visit. Remember that the atmosphere people experience in your home has everything to do with the décor.

A country and western style helps a home to look warm and lived-in. Part of its charm is all the wood and rustic colors that are hallmarks of this style. You can really create an old-time feeling with wood floors and exposed wooden beams on the ceiling.

Country and western kitchens tend to be oversized and full of color. Common in a country/western kitchen are sunflowers, roosters, old teapot collections, gingham tablecloths, and wrought-iron baker’s racks. Doesn’t this sound just like grandma’s kitchen? You can’t go back to that slower-paced life, but creating the look in your home can be the next best thing.

When you decorate with a country and western style, a little paint can go a long way. Choose from a variety of rich, rustic colors, such as tan, brown, maroon, dark blue, and forest green. These colors can also be used elsewhere. For instance, you might take a few western striped throw rugs that use these colors and place them here and there on your wood floor.

More Western Than Country

Do you lean more toward the western look? You can create a fabulous look decorating with horseshoes and rodeo-themed throws. Throws are great because they’re so versatile: you can drape one lazily over the back of a rocking chair or throw it across a worn spot on the sofa. You might even create an amazing focal point and hang one on a bare wall.

You can find the same western theme in table runners and coasters that will make a great addition as well to the décor. For the ultimate western effect, hang a cowboy hat or even a wooden wagon wheel on the wall. Purchase some cowboy boot planters for your oak end tables for an original addition to the décor that’s sure to be a conversation piece. There are plenty of western-themed accessories to choose from, from wrought-iron candle holders in the shape of horses to huge Texas star wall hangings. All will give your home the look of days long past, of families gathering around a hearth after a long, hard day on the ranch. These days, you can choose from a variety of western-themed accessories, from huge Texas star wall hangings to wrought-iron candle holders in the shape of horses, that will give your home a look of days long past-when family life meant gathering together after a long, hard day on the ranch.

A Style That’s Easy to Live With

It’s not difficult to decorate your home using a country and western style, and your entire family will enjoy the relaxed and comfortable atmosphere you create. Your guests will love your inviting home on the range too, and you may be hard-pressed to get them to go home.

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Simple Ideas for Your Kitchen Flooring Project

Filed Under: Interior Design, Kitchen Remodeling
Mar.16, 2010

It’s always best to choose a kitchen floor that will work well with the style and look you wish to achieve in the room. Although people tend to go for certain flooring options more than others, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to fall in line. If you’re looking to put flooring in your kitchen, here are a few different options to consider.

Wood Flooring for the Kitchen
It’s very common for kitchens to have wood flooring. Overall, wood floors tend to be one of the most popular types of flooring options available. If you decide to go with wood floors, you’ll have several different types of wood to choose from. The warmth that’s inherent in wood adds character to a kitchen space, whether it’s a basic pine slat or a trendier, more environmentally conscience bamboo wood floor. Consider your kitchen’s style and theme, and choose a color and type of wood to fit that.

Tile Flooring: Timeless and Tasteful
Tile flooring in the kitchen is also very popular. With this type of flooring you have many different options to choose from, from different colors and designs to a variety of materials. For instance, you can choose from plain tile floors, ones that are laid out in a design, and others that resemble stone or are decorative. If you’re looking at ceramic or porcelain tile, both require little maintenance. In addition, they’re resistant to both stains and scratches. However, do be careful not to drop anything upon the tiles, as they can crack.

Laminate Flooring in the Kitchen
If you’re looking for a less expensive choice for the kitchen floor, consider laminate. You have a variety of options to choose from when it comes to the new laminate flooring that’s available. One popular option is a laminate floor that looks like a wood floor and can easily pass for real genuine wood. Also available are laminate floors that look like tile as well as plain laminate floors, which can provide the perfect neutral in a visually striking kitchen. The reason may people choose laminate floors over a tile or real wood floor is that they can be installed easily and cost much less.

Concrete Flooring in the Kitchen
Although people don’t always think of a concrete floor for the kitchen, they are actually becoming increasingly popular. It’s important to note that a concrete floor designed for the kitchen differs from a regular concrete floor. These concrete floors are decorated and stained and often have patterns and colors incorporated into their matrix. Concrete floors are very reasonable when compared to real wood floors and are also remarkably durable.

Vinyl for a Kitchen Floor
If you’re looking for another inexpensive flooring option, consider vinyl tile or sheet. When people think of vinyl, they often think of the old linoleum floors of the past, but vinyl has actually come a long way. Now vinyl comes in all kinds of patterns, colors, and designs, and can add much style and beauty to any kitchen. One of the best advantages to vinyl is that you can really save money by installing the floor yourself. With its versatility, you can make a clear statement with that vinyl tile floor or let it be a quiet, calming addition to your kitchen. There are thousands of options, so it’s up to you what type of vinyl tile you choose.

You have many flooring options for the kitchen—these are just some of your choices. If you’ve narrowed down your selection to a couple of options, then you need to go and find out what’s locally available to you. You’ll be surprised when you find out just how many options are available to you.

About the Author…
Leon Tuberman has been in the home furnishings and interior design industry for 4 decades. He owns and operates his family owned furniture store. They carry a large selection of American made solid oak furniture for your home office, dining room and bedroom. It doesn’t matter whether you’re shopping for dining table for your kitchen or formal dining room or wood file cabinet for your dorm then they carry everything you need.

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Lighting for Your Kitchen

Filed Under: Interior Design, Kitchen Remodeling
Mar.02, 2010

You probably have more lighting options than you think, depending on the style and layout of your kitchen. When it comes to lighting a kitchen, there are plenty of options, but not every selection will fit with every type of kitchen. Here’s a list of options to consider when choosing your kitchen lighting.

Under-the-Cabinet Lighting Can Enhance the Look
You can definitely enhance the look of your kitchen by installing under-the-cabinet lighting. The key to this kind of lighting is to pick a type of light that best fits your layout, particularly that of your cabinets. There are certain things you’ll need to consider before diving into the project, such as which areas of the kitchen you’re going to want lit. The three different options for under-the-cabinet lighting include incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps, and LED lights. You can determine which will work best for you and your kitchen by doing your research on each type of lamp.

Decorative Lighting Can Add Style
You’ll want to consider decorative lighting if your major concern is making sure your new light fits the style of the room. You might choose a light that hangs from the ceiling or one that lies flush with it. Examples of decorative lighting include products such as chandeliers and pendant lights. These types of lighting fixtures not only look attractive but also will provide plenty of light for the room. To make the light look even more appealing, choose a fixture that matches the style or theme of the rest of your kitchen.

Track Lighting Is Great in the Kitchen
If you have seen any pictures of or toured any new homes lately, you’ve probably seen track lighting in the kitchen. More and more people are going with track lighting in the kitchen these days. The reason for its popularity is that track lighting allows you to direct your lights where you need them the most. Thus, you can get your best lighting by the stove or countertops. Track lighting is also now much more attractive than it once was and is available in a variety of styles and designs. You also have more options than the traditional simple straight line. If you want to get creative, you can also get a track that’s curved or that follows an “S” shape.

Recessed Lighting Is Common in Kitchens
Another popular lighting choice is to install recessed lighting in the kitchen. Recessed lighting is actually installed right in the ceiling. Similar to track lighting, most recessed lights are aim-able, so that you can point the light at whatever spot you want in the kitchen. The clean and streamlined look offered by recessed lighting makes it a great choice for contemporary and modern kitchens. Plan on hiring a professional to do the installation in the ceiling, as this will ensure that it’s done properly and safely.

These are only some of the kitchen lighting options available these days. With a little research, you should be able to find a type of light that goes with the décor in the kitchen and emphasizes the beauty of the space.

About the Author…
Leon Tuberman has been part of the home furnishings and interior decorating  business for 40 years. He is the owner and operator of popular furniture store in Los Angeles. They offer a huge assortment of solid mission furniture for your living room, bedroom and dining room that’s built in the Heartland of America. Are you looking for a wood dining table or dining room chairs for your dining room  then they probably have everything you need.

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Kitchen Decorating: Adding Color

Filed Under: Cabinets, DYI, Interior Design, Painting
Feb.15, 2010

Most families seem to end up spending a great deal of their time in the kitchen, so you might want to make it more interesting and add some color. Maybe you don’t want a drab and dreary kitchen, but you don’t know quite how to add the right touch. Here are some easy ways to add color to your kitchen so you can change your décor from boring to fabulous.

Add Color by Dressing Up Your Table
One of the easiest ways to create a colorful kitchen is to dress up the kitchen table. You might add a colorful tablecloth or placemats, as well as some colorful dishware. Another way to achieve instantaneous color is by adding a centerpiece, such as flowers in a vase or basket on your oak dining table. Try to find colors that will add some interest but also complement your kitchen’s décor.

Add Color with a Backsplash
Don’t let your kitchen backsplash be boring. You can always keep things simple with a neutral-colored tile or laminate, but you also have to option of venturing out a little and making things colorful. You should be able to find tile and laminates for your backsplash in a variety of different colors. Or you might choose to create a totally unique look by arranging broken-up colored glass in a random pattern on the wall. In this way, you can work some color into the décor and end up with a personalized, one-of-a-kind backsplash.

Paint an Accent Wall a Different Color
Is your kitchen painted a neutral color? Paint an accent wall a different color to add some more color to the room. Choose a more open wall, one that’s not completely covered with cabinets or appliances. Be sure to pick an accent color that will work well with the rest of your kitchen’s décor. You can go with a matching color, or if you want the wall to really stand out, pick something that’s complementary.

Take the Doors Off the Cabinets
When you take the doors off your kitchen cabinets, you can display all your colorful dishes and other tableware. The inside of the cabinets can also be painted a contrasting color if your dishes are neutral. This doesn’t necessarily entail removing every cabinet door, but you can pick a few cabinets to be colorful, preferably those more prominent cabinets above the countertops.

Use Window Treatments to Add Interest
Chances are, your kitchen has at least one window. Why not utilize that window area to add color? Whether you go with a valance or drapes, choose a window treatment in a color that will stand out. Red or purple window treatments would be a great way to add color to the room if you have, for example, a black-and-white or otherwise neutral kitchen.

Adding color to your kitchen doesn’t mean you have to change the entire décor. Rather, build upon what you already have to add your own colorful touches here and there.

About the Writer….
Leon Tuberman has been part of the furniture and interior decorating  business for 40 years. He owns and operates his family owned furniture store. They carry a large selection of American made solid oak furniture for your living room, bedroom and dining room furniture. Whether you’re looking for a oak dining table for your formal dining room or a tv stand for your family room  then they have everything you need.

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Mural Decorating for Your Home

Filed Under: Interior Design, Painting
Jan.29, 2010

By adding a mural to a room, you can really create some interest and style. You can put a mural in all different types of rooms, anywhere from the kitchen to the bedroom. If you’re looking to add some design to a large area, this is a great approach. Here are some tips to help you use murals to decorate your home.

What Is a Mural?
When you paint or draw any type of design or picture directly on the wall, that is called a mural. Murals can be composed of anything, from a beach or ocean scene to a pattern of dots or stripes on the wall. In terms of application, murals can be painted on, drawn on, or even stuck on the wall.

Tips for Painting or Drawing a Mural on the Wall
Be sure to properly research your supplies first if you are going to attempt to paint or draw your own mural on the wall. You need to be sure you are using paint that’s suitable for murals. Also be sure it will go over whatever surface you’re painting on. If you really want to do your own mural but you’re not sure about your artistic abilities, there are a variety of stencils and kits that offer pictures you can blow up and trace on the wall available at most home décor and arts and crafts stores. Most people are not going to be able to freehand a large mural, so a stencil can really be a good decision.

Sticking Your Mural on the Wall
If painting and drawing really aren’t your thing, you always have to option of using wall decals or wallpaper murals. You pretty much just have to hang these murals on the wall, but they look just like real painted-on murals. For wallpaper murals, all you need is glue and water, as they are hung just like regular wallpaper. Decals, on the other hand, come with an adhesive already on the back of them and tend to be more like stickers.

Hire a Professional to Make Your Mural
If you’re not working off a tight budget, you might want to consider hiring a professional artist to create your mural. This is a great option, particularly if you have a very large mural you want done or if you’re not artistic at all. Just be aware that this approach can quickly get expensive, particularly if the mural ends up being large and intricate. Some murals can take a few days. It all depends on just how detailed they are and how large the space is. Thus, be sure that you budget accordingly.

Where to Add Murals in Your Home
Just about any room in your home will benefit from the addition of a mural. Consider, for instance, adding a great nursery mural for a new little one. Or if you can’t decide what to do with that big empty wall in your dining room, consider adding a mural that will fit the style of the room. Bathrooms and kitchens are also great places to put murals. A wall mural doesn’t necessarily need to be huge, nor does it need to be the only thing on the wall, but you do want to be sure it’s highlighted in the room.

Happily, you don’t have to be artistic in order to add a mural to your home’s décor. You can always go the wallpaper or decal route or even hire a professional artist instead. Not only do murals add some design style to a room, but they are a great way to let your personality shine through your home’s décor.

About the Writer
For over forty years Leon Tuberman has helped people with their furniture and interior design needs. He owns and manages a popular furniture store in Los Angeles. They have a large inventory of handcrafted solid amish furniture for your bedroom, home office and living room. Are you looking for wood bookcases for your family room or a oak dining table for your dining room then they probably have everything you need.

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