Chair rails have been around forever. Homes use them to add a bit of style and a classic look to walls. It helps break up space and put some flavor into your home or office. Its original purpose was to stop chairs from knocking into walls and leaving marks or dents. Chair rails, especially if…
In homes across the U.S., the couch and sofa serve as the focal point for living rooms, TV rooms, sitting rooms, and other areas. They’re usually the largest piece of furniture in a home collection, and come in a wide range of costs and styles. If you take a look online or visit your local…
Imagine someone asks you out of the blue, “what is the style of your house?”. But instead of giving an answer, you stare at the person, completely at a loss for words. In that moment, you mutter to yourself, “what style is my house?” The answer to this depends on the architectural features of your…
There are no rules when it comes to interior design. People will tell you that you can’t do certain things and this item must match with this item. Avoid colors that clash and don’t mix patterns. Then when the question is posed, “Can you mix modern and traditional furniture?”, the answer is an emphatic yes….
You know minimalist interior design when you see it, but if you had to describe it, what would you say? Other than, “Not a lot of stuff,” or “no clutter.” How can you verbalize what it is? A lot of people, when they move into a new place, buy a home, or want to redesign…
The color red can be described with so many adjectives: warm, bold, vibrant, energetic, strong, and many more. It is one color that can always makes a statement, depending on how you use it. So, if you intend to use red in your interior design, it’s best you know how to use it; you should…
Painting chairs and other furniture is a fantastic way to breathe new life into older items. Sometimes we love a chair’s shape or it carries sentimental value, but it just doesn’t quite fit with a color scheme or design aesthetic. Don’t throw away your old chair. Instead, you can paint it a new color to…
If you’ve ever painted anything fabric, you know that the results can be mixed. Sometimes, it turns out ok, but other times it ends up a crackly, cakey mess after a few hours. Can you paint a fabric piece of furniture and keep it soft? Yes, definitely. But it takes the right preparation and proper…
If rugs have just recently piqued your interest, it may feel a little overwhelming trying choosing one. There are many types of rugs on the market, and you may need to consider some factors when picking the best rug for your home, such as the materials used, the shape, how often you may need to…