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Use These Tips to Organize Your Vanity
Vanities tend to get cluttered, making your bathroom feel crowded. Here are some tips to help organize your vanity for maximum space: Mull Over These 6 Bright Ideas Declutter your vanity by installing: Open shelves, an idea many homeowners resist for fear it may “clutter up” the room. However, open shelves below the vanity, as well as on the walls, can make even a small bathroom feel airier. A...
Achieve the Perfect TV Height with These Tips
It also means that televisions hold an increasingly important place in American homes. Whether you're having a new home built, remodeling or just looking for a place to put your new 65-inch high dynamic range TV, you're going to want to put it in the optimal viewing position. Finding the perfect TV height is part art, part science and depends largely on the room. Here's a look at some things to...
When decluttering your home, there will be things that are sentimental and you want to keep, but don't know what to do with. Here are some tips to help you strategically organize your sentimental items without sacrificing space: Box It Up If you're on the fence about sentimental items, place the objects into a storage container to revisit in six months. This will keep you from making a rushed...
The mood of your home is set from the time your guests walk in. As a result, the entryway plays an important role in determining how comfortable and inviting your entire home will be. Be selective in choosing an entryway color that not only fits the inside of your home, but also the immediate outside areas. Here are 5 color ideas you should consider when painting your home. 1. Organic Green...
Use These Tips to Organize Your Garage Before It Gets Too Cold
The change in seasons is right around the corner, which makes now the perfect time to start thinking about winterizing your home. Taking some time now to get your garage organized and prepared will give you peace of mind all winter long. These four tips will simplify the chore: 4 Tips to Get Your Garage Ready for Winter 1. Check the Weather Forecast Before you get started, check the forecast to...
Update Your Kitchen for the Best Resale Value on Your Home
For many people, the kitchen is the focal point of a home. Family and friends often gather in the kitchen to create memories along with good food. Boost your home's resale value with these helpful tips to update your kitchen for maximum buyer appeal. Use Neutral Colors Vivid color palettes can make a kitchen look dated or inspire unpleasant reactions in buyers. Neutral colors such as beige, gray...
Are you looking for a fun and functional way to improve the visual appeal of a room? Try a fresh coat of paint! Experimenting with different shades, colors combinations and design elements can instantly transform any room in your home. As you begin to visualize your ideal space, consider using one of these expert design tips: Tips for Adding Eye-catching Color to Your Home Use More Than One Color...
Add a Pop of Color to Your Kitchen with These Tips
Many homeowners are seeking to restore a colorful splash to their kitchens. One of the best ways of doing this is by adding color to your appliances. Whether using a bold hue for your oven or a beach-like theme for your refrigerator, colorful appliances add visual interest to your kitchen. Here’s how you can get started: How to Add Colorful Appliances to Your Kitchen Set a Focal Point Using a...
Create a Vibrant Guest Room with These Colors
If you are planning on making changes to your guestroom, strategically incorporating vivid and bold colors can create a vibrant, inviting space. Don’t be afraid to experiment with conspicuous colors during this improvement project. Here are some bold colors that you can use to entice your guests: The Best Bold Colors to Create a Vibrant Guest Room Golden Yellow Golden yellow is perfect for...