Your patio furniture looks beautiful and inviting through the warm spring and summer months. But what happens when fall comes and then winter? It’s too cold to spend extended amounts of time outside eating at a dining table or sitting…
The word “valance” is derived from the Old French word “avaler”, which means “to descend.” It’s a short length of curtain fabric or wood that hangs from the top of the window, often to cover curtain or window blind fittings.…
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 However, some become outdated and need a serious makeover in order to go back to being the focal point of the living…
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…
Kayaking is a great physical pastime for getting some exercise while enjoying nature. While you could rent your kayak, this gets tedious and means you are dependent on someone else. Instead, owning your kayaks means you can head out on…
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…
Keeping a tidy and organized bathroom helps you start your day on the right foot. Nobody likes to spend precious minutes in the morning rush, looking for stuff that has been misplaced. A good organizing system helps you be more…
If you are searching for a house and see an ad that says “bedroom with vaulted cozy ceilings” this generally means that the room can be quite cramped and difficult to decorate! Slanted walls are a challenge for interior design.…
Without outdoor lighting, your backyard living space is only usable during daylight hours. This significantly reduces the amount of time you can spend on your patio, enjoying your backyard. You could add an outdoor light to the side of your…
For many homeowners, they simply cannot get to sleep without the ceiling fan running. If you are one of those people, then you need a fan that will create just the right amount of airflow to help you feel cool…