1. Matching RugsFill the floor space around the island with cozy carpets that are easy on the feet and the eye.
A pair of jute carpets tie this beachy kitchen in with the rest of the New Jersey home.2....
Second SurfaceChange up tired decor with this quick DIY. Add old wood planks to a coffee table as a bonus shelf. And skip painting — the weathered finish has more character.
Dark AccentLook to the...
Family-FriendlyYep, white furniture can work in a house with kids. Just choose durable fabrics (a leather couch) and surfaces (the plastic rocker, the lacquer table) that wipe clean easily.Statement RugThe...
1. Pick the paint color last. I get calls all the time from homeowners who want to pick a paint color before they move in. I get the logic. Why not arrive to walls with a fresh coat of paint? Of course...
When selecting paint colors for bedrooms, the first thing to consider is temperature. While warm colors advance toward the eye and appear more active, creating a stimulating effect, cool colors the hues...
Seaside AccentsHighlight your favorite piece with subdued surroundings. Neutral walls, carpeting and bedding make the perfect backdrop for a master bedroom's focal point: a big, bold seascape
Beachy StripesHere's the secret to nautical decor that's not over the top.Use stripes in varying widths and shades to keep the traditional red, white and blue palette feeling modern.
Matching RugsFill the floor space around the island with cozy carpets that are easy on the feet and the eye.
A pair of jute carpets tie this beachy kitchen in with the rest of theMultitasking TablePut...
The hero products and information you need to keep your bed, bed linen and mattress looking as good as newWash your duvet twice a year and pillows at least once every two months. Those filled with synthetic...
1. Playing it safe"Instead, put a large-scale printed fabric or wallpaper on the walls and even the ceiling.
It's easier, safer, and less expensive to be dramatic in a small space. You might get tired...
1. Selecting an unsympathetic styleThere's a risk of a new sunroon looking completely out of place with the house. To prevent this, be selective with the design and choose features that blend with the...
Canvas the AreaHang canvases painted with interior latex paint to brighten blank walls. Think big: The canvases should fill the wall.Create a Side TableStack modular storage units to make a stepped side...
Now that I’ve discovered the wonder that is Trader Joe’s and their gorgeous (not to mention CHEAP!) flowers I tend to buy fresh flowers pretty often. But, I’ve realized that I never have...
1 Think of your balcony as an extension of your living room and put just as much effort into its design.2 Focus on hues that coordinate with your home’s interior.3 Don’t be afraid to experiment...
Many of us have faint memories of helping our mothers put up old school wallpaper with paste and buckets of water (and maybe a few tears). Even as popular as it has become in the last few years, for some...
Most people consider the kitchen to be the heart of the home, and because of this, updates in this room pay off. You can expect to recoup 60%-120% of your investment on a kitchen remodel, as long as you...
Hanging artwork like photography, paintings or framed images is a great way to make your walls look interesting. When it comes to decorating on a budget, hanging artwork on your walls is one of the best...
1 Buying area rugs that are too smallAn area rug should allow for a 12- to 16-inch border of flooring around a room's perimeter; anything smaller, and the rug will look too insignificant. Remember: The...
Block drafts and highlight the entry with a curtain on the inside of the front door. Lush Decor's Mia Panel Pair in eggshell white with silver and black stripes, and Talon Valance in gray, will make any...
Banish Stink1. Dissolve four tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water.2. Immerse the container in this solution if it's small enough, or pour the mixture into the container, soaking for about...