Interior design articles
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Incentives for proper home theater lighting
- One of the most crucial elements to consider in building a home theater system is also one of the most over-looked. The lighting used in the room has an incredible effect on the movie viewing experience. It can make the difference between a pleasurable experience and a mediocre one.Better Viewing EnvironmentBelieve it or not, complete darkness is not the best way to watch movies. Thi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An inspirational poster can really help!
- An inspirational poster can really inspire us!Its benefits to us are based on scientific principles of how our minds work. Almost every inspirational poster has both images and words. Once in a while, one may just have words, but when that happens, the words are usually done in a very artistic way.Different parts of our minds respond to words and to images: generally, the left side o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why posters are great gifts
- Posters make great gifts. They are large but easy to ship, wrap, and give away. They are often dramatic, often reflecting a story of some sort, whether it's the latest film or the enduring stories of the Bible and literature.Gift posters make a statement that you cared enough about your family members or friends to choose one you thought they would like.So naturally, gift posters say...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Displaying posters: some ways you never thought of
- How many ways can you display posters? With the easy availability of thousands of inexpensive posters online, you can turn any house or apartment into a unique art gallery!Sure, a poster can be hung on a wall, or attached to it with tacks or tape. But often a more interesting look comes from placing a grouping of posters on the same wall. They don't have to be in the same colors or about th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Christian art in your home
- Christian art is wonderful for inspiring us. Cathedrals and churches, paintings, music, performances, and sculpture have been created for centuries. Now, in our own time, photography, mixed media, and posters are widely available too.All these forms of Christian art have shaped our understanding of the great stories of the Bible. From the simple Christmas carols we learned as children to th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Amish furniture a piece of american pride
- Over the past several months I have been actively working with Amish Americans. The Amish have a unique culture, and are often called the "Simple People." Amish appear to be caught in a time warp dating back to the early 1800's. A time when horse power was a term counting the actual number of horses, and instead of E-mail snail mail is the normal means of sending someone a letter. Yes th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating tips: the meaning of colors
- Colors have many different meanings. Have you ever been in a blue room, feeling calm and relaxed, and then walked into a red room and you began to feel chatty and excited? The change in your mood wasn't just coincidence - it was an actual psychological and physiological response to the colors of the rooms. When you are planning to decorate your home, the colors of your rooms should be one of your ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Southwest style decorating tips
- When you think of the Southwest, what do you think of? Deserts, cactus, saloons? Well, Southwest style decor can actually combine these visions into a single decorating style. If you're wanting to use a Southwestern decorating theme in your home, a living room or den is a great place to use it. The bright colors and patterns are conducive to conversation.When you are looking to use this sty...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Down bedding guide
- Down, feathers, goose down, duck down, these can all be a little confusing when shopping for your down bedding. The first thing to keep in mind about down bedding is that not all down is created equal. Duck down and goose down are two types of downs one will run across when shopping for bedding. The first questions many may have are, "What is down," and "Isn't down the same thing as feathers?"...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Add a splash of color to your bathroom with a new shower curtain!
- If your bathroom is looking a bit tired, but you don't have the money to spend on refurbishing it, then a simple touch such as adding a new shower curtain could work wonders. If you are on a budget then a shower curtain is an inexpensive way to instantly liven up your bathroom and give it a fresh new look. As well as looking good, a shower curtain is a practical way to prevent water spraying out i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating a guest bedroom - get out of your own way
- Decorating a Guest BedroomThe guest bedroom is the one room in the house that you aren't decorating for yourself. Therefore when you go to design the rooms décor, it is important not to get in your own way. Overdoing the decoration in this room will be a disservice to guests by reinforcing the fact that they are not in their own home. As comfortable as they may be with you,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Are your houseplants safe?
- There is nothing more attractive and cheerful than a room filled with healthy green houseplants. They offer aesthetics to the interior of our homes, improve indoor air quality, and often provide emotional satisfaction to the caregiver in getting the plant to bloom or produce new growth. However, did you know that plant exposures are some of the most frequent poisonings reported to poison control c...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What is a duvet cover?
- A Duvet Cover is actually just another name for a Bed Comforter Cover. It's like a very large pillow case, is is normally used to cover a down comforter. Using a duvet cover makes changing your bedroom decor quick and easy, and it's much easier to clean than a full comforter.Duvet covers come in all sizes, however according to review in Good Housekeeping Magazine, sometimes sizes can vary a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make your homes style unique with mix and match decor
- You see it all the time in retail discount stores: Color coordinated decor for just about anywhere in your home. And some of the designs are quite pretty. In fact, some people become obsessed by them. They're usually really cute, come in a variety of colors, shades, patterns and designs, and they just plain make decorating easy. There's no guesswork - everything is matched for you automatically. B...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bean bag chairs ? choosing the right one
- Decorating can be a big challenge in today's world. There are all kinds of decorating styles from which to choose. Each room of your home can have a different style including ecclectic, traditional, modern, or formal. But for those casual and impromptu rooms and occasions, a bean bag chair can be just what's needed. Choosing the right shape, material, size and color are very important.Shape...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 7 feng shui fundamentals for childrens bedrooms
- Feng shui is a very popular and intriguing concept in home design today. In addition to the life benefits it provides, it also offers a roadmap, so to speak, of not just how to decorate... but why. In short, it offers you, the homeowner, design with purpose. For a child's room this purposeful design is especially important.Feng shui gives parents a guide for decorating your children's bedro...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Eastern influences on western interiors: japanese dãƒæ’ã‚â©cor - part i of ii - color, texture and contrast
- The topic of eastern influences on western interiors is a very broad subject. Many countries, such as China, Japan, Tibet, etc., have had an influence. Therefore, I have chosen to focus on one country for this article, Japan.Characteristics of Japanese Interiors1. COLOR:Japanese interiors generally use neutral, natural colors, to provide a simple background. Interiors emphasiz...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - For a pleasant smelling home
- If you're anything like me and the scent of something pleasant can instantly lift your mood, then a house that is pleasant smelling will be a constant lift-booster. Here are some ways to do it.1. As far as possible, keep unpleasant smells away from the house or at least away from the main living areas. Ask family members to leave smelly shoes outside. Ban smoking in your house. Make sure th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Putting passion back into home decorating
- For most people, they can count the times they redecorate their homes in a lifetime on one hand. It's a shame because this is not because they don't have great ideas about how they want their homes to be, but that the thought of redecorating brings the following obstacles to mind:Where to put up if I am renovating?I have accumulated a lot of furniture and household...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ivory like sholapith sculptures from india
- In the past, collectors have been fascinated with sculptures of pure white Ivory without knowing the damage it caused to our eco-system. Luckily governments of a number of nations have banned Ivory trade altogether.Craftsmen from eastern India had been crafting beautiful items of SholaPith (lookaloikes of Ivory) since ages. It is only recently that Sholapith items have got international rec...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A sofa slip cover will add new life to your tired furniture!
- A sofa slip cover may be just what you need to add some life to that old, tired looking couch of your. There are many advantages to owning a sofa slip cover. One is that you can easily change the cover of your sofa without the expenses of a re-upholsterer. Sectional sofa slip covers come in many different attractive designs and can be changed in a matter of seconds. Another advantage is the fact t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Making the most of your smart decision to hire an interior designer
- So you've decided to hire an Interior Designer-good move! Now what? Before you start planning your "reveal" party, you'll need a basic understanding about the process to ensure that you get the most design for your dollar and that you have a fun and fabulous experience, no matter what type of project is ahead of you.You'll need to learn the basics of choosing the right design prof...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Learn some feng shui guidelines for your childrens room
- Feng shui indicates some specific guidelines regarding children's spaces and bedrooms. The way we decorate them and the way we distribute the furniture should be done by following those principles in order to achieve harmony and help your children feel comfortable in that space.One first important aspect to have into account about a child's room is the colors within it. You should pay speci...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Making your home blossom is easy
- Having trouble getting a room in your home to have that certain charm you're looking for? Searching for that perfect painting, sculpture, or table lamp can often be time-consuming, pricey, and/or lead to fights with your spouse. But, one simple and often overlooked way to add harmony to any room is with fresh cut flowers.Flowers immediately draw attention and come in all sorts of colors, sh...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Can bamboo flooring really help save the worlds? environment?
- Probably not on its own, but its an excellent example of how consumers can vote with their buying dollars to sway market demand to bring more environmentally friendly products into the marketplace.Bamboo flooring is a rising trend in home flooring and a great alternative to traditional hardwood floors. It is the most environmentally friendly natural hardwood flooring alternative you can sel...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Measuring space - how much room do you really need?
- When planning your home décor, it is vitally important to understand your space needs. Do you have enough room to open any doors? Can you walk from one side of the room to the other without climbing over the furniture? Here are some rules to keep in mind when you plan your room update:1. Living Room ? Keep in mind that for good conversational and traffic flow, keep at least...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating kids bedrooms - get them involved!
- I believe kids are born creative. Unfortunately living life usually squelches most of that creativity unless it is carefully nurtured. You can help your children maintain their creative nature by allowing them to express it. That's where interior decorating for kids comes in.Kids start having color preferences at an early age. Test this out yourself by giving them choices. Rather than purch...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The stress-free way to add color to your walls
- Looking for the most impact from a small decorating budget? Or are you tired of the 'builder's white' that is still on your walls since the house was built? Painting walls a color other than white can be both exciting and daunting, here's how to do it and get the job done without having an anxiety attack!Painting Walls with Color is Addictive!It's true. Just as many women find that c...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Decorating for real life and real people
- I spent a recent weekend curled up with a stack of decorating magazines. I read them cover to cover - usually back to front, but that's the way I read most magazines and newspapers. I studied each photograph and tried to determine the particular design concept that was being presented. I looked at the number and placement of accessories, how and where arrangements of items were hung on the walls, ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips on budget decorating
- Home decorating on a budget is the ultimate adventure in decorating. It requires a little bit of planning, creativity, and patience. If you are like me, sometimes you wish you could be a genie and wiggle your nose and **poof** it's done. However, that takes away from all the fun! Follow these tips and you'll have a home that looks like a page out of your favorite magazine!*Visit Furniture S...