Did you know that the shape of the grain on a piece of wood can be controlled by the way the boards are cut? If you make a conscious, careful choice about the boards you use in your home, you can get just the look you want. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Guest Post: Kitchen Design Trends 2013
Today’s guest post is from Cassie Corbett, a writer with World Kitchen. Check out a few of the trends showing up in kitchen design this year… Pin It… Continue Reading
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Design Dialogue – March 28, 2013
Hello, everyone! It’s time for your chance at FREE interior design advice…spring is on its way. Welcome to the weekly Design Dialogue! Pin It… Continue Reading
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Before & After: Billiard Room
Paint is a wonderful, inexpensive way to change the look and feel of a space. But, unfortunately, it can’t do everything. In today’s before and after photos, we take a look at a billiard room that needed a little more style. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Color Trend: Fuchsia
Fuchsia may not be the color you first think of when you think about redecorating your home, even though it’s been a popular color on the fashion runways for several years. But, a splash of this vibrant pink is on-trend this year, and it can perk up just about any space. And, used in moderation,… Continue Reading… Continue Reading
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What is Solution Dyed?
In the design industry, terms like “solution-dyed” often show up on product labels with no description or definition. While designers and decorators know what they mean, homeowners and consumers generally do not. Read on to learn more about the difference between “solution-dyed” and “piece-dyed” fabrics and fibers. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Guest Post: Things Often Overlooked by First-Time Homebuyers
Spring is here, and with the warmer weather comes an increase in folks shopping for a new home. If you are in the market for a house, whether it’s your first or your fifth, arm yourself with these tips sent to us from Naomi Broderick. Pin It… Continue Reading
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Design Dialogue – March 21, 2013
Hello, everyone! It’s time for your chance at FREE interior design advice…spring is on its way. Welcome to the weekly Design Dialogue! Pin It… Continue Reading
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Bathtub Technology
A bathtub is just a bathtub, right? Not anymore! Bathtubs have become high-tech – just like everything else in our lives. Read on for a peek at some of the newest options in bathing technology… Pin It… Continue Reading
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Too Many Outlets? Alternatives for Electrical Outlets in Your Kitchen
Those unsightly electrical outlets seem to be everywhere. And, while they are a necessary evil in our super-powered society, they are not the prettiest item in the world – especially when they’re scattered throughout our beautifully-custom-tiled kitchen backsplash. Thankfully, there are ways to keep those outlets out of sight. Pin It… Continue Reading
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