A fireplace has two basic functions in a home: heat the room and bring a sophisticated decorative touch. However, some become outdated and need a serious makeover in order to go back to being the focal point of the living room. There are many ways to solve this problem, from replacing an old wood-burning fireplace with a gas insert or...
Take a look around your home. What is on your windows? It’s probably a set of curtains, right? But have you thought about adding a valance? This is the piece of fabric that goes across the top of the window to frame the window and complete the look of the curtains. Before you do a hard pass, there are plenty...
If you live in a small apartment or home, you know the frustration created when you try to open your closet doors. Whether they are swing open or bi-fold, opening closet doors takes up additional floor space that you just don’t have. In addition, you have to be careful about furniture placement so that the doors don’t bang into the...
A fireplace in a home is a place that holds fond memories. Whether working or not, it will always be the place to hand socks at Christmas time. The Christmas tree normally stands next to it, and that’s where our little ones gather to find their presents on Christmas mornings. A fireplace mantel will always hold pumpkins and candy for...
The walls are part of the decor. They can be used for storage, with shelving units that can also be part of the decoration. But walls can be more than that: they can be the accent piece in the room. Feature walls with wall murals or decorative panels, wall art, or photo galleries add a lot of character and make a...
Adding one or more wall shelves to the rooms of your homes can give you extra storage space and a convenient place to display wall decor. All you need is a shelf that fits your available wall space. You could have several short and shallow shelves for a wall arrangement or one deep shelf that extends the entire length of...
If you find yourself craving a change to your living space, the first instinct may be to reach for a can of paint. But what if color isn’t the problem? Wall paneling is a versatile way to add character and dimension to a room without other major changes. Keep reading for our favorite wall paneling ideas to try in your...
Your floors have as big of an impact as the walls in your house. This is because these two surfaces take up the majority of the visual space. Because of this, it is important that the two coordinate and complement each other. So, this leaves you with a dilemma; how to match wall color with wood floors. Knowing how colors...
Living in a small space puts a serious limit on the amount of furniture you can have. You have an even greater challenge if you live in a studio apartment. You lack extra space because your bedroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen are all in one space. Even if you have a one-bedroom apartment, you lack the extra space...
If you have a staircase in your home, you have a prime wall space to add decor to your home. Turn this plain wall into a place to feature your prized art collection, show off your beautiful home, or add some color to your home. How you decorate this empty space will depend on many factors, including how large the...
