Heating your home in the winter is of utmost importance. Without heat, your family can suffer greatly, so it’s very important to ensure all of your HVAC equipment is working well before winter rolls around. Winterizing, in general, is crucial but the most important thing of all is to check your heating system. If you...
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The classic image of the getaway cabin made out of logs and wooden planks has been engrained in our minds for so long that it takes us a while to realize there’s so many more styles and designs that cabins can have. The design and overall structure of the off grid cabin has evolved over...
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You know it’s fall when you start thinking about hanging a wreath on your front door. But don’t go to the wreath store just yet. This year, how about you craft the fall wreath yourself? With so many beautiful, lovely and interesting ideas and variations you can try, it would be a shame to settle...
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When it comes to the inside of the home, there are hundreds of things on the checklist when designing. But that shouldn’t stop you from moving outdoors. Or at least moving to the garage to start making choices. The type of garage door that you choose may be more important than you realize. You want...
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Floating cabinets are a unique blend of functionality and style. They bring together the best features of these two concepts by being versatile, modular, practical and exciting. They also have the added benefits of a lightweight appearance and adjustability. Let’s see them being incorporated into a few interior designs. 20 Interior design ideas featuring floating...
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Taking care of everything in your home and your yard can be quite a lot of work. But the most work is remembering everything that needs to be done. Have you thought about waterproofing your wood surfaces? Waterproof wood isn’t natural in the home nor in the yard. So it’s important to take care of...
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In general we think of buildings as being very stable structures that take over the area surrounding them becoming the defining feature in their particular context. However, they’re more dynamic than we give them credit, both literally and figuratively. The houses that we’re about to look at feature unique designs with all sorts of unexpected...
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The idea of luxury bedroom in interior design can be transmitted in a variety of different ways. A space can look and feel luxurious for multiple reasons which gives designers a diversity of strategies to choose from for each individual project. Here’s a few of the weapons they have at their disposal: The defining attributes...
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When it comes to heating and cooling your home, you want to have the best of the best. But sometimes, it’s really not the heating or cooling unit that’s the problem, but improper maintenance that is the problem. One of the most common problems with radiators is that they aren’t bled often enough. Radiators need...
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Designing and decorating the nursery room is always fun and beautiful but not nearly as easy as it may seem. First of all, you have to make a choice. Will it be a décor that matches the rest of the house or will it be cheerful and playful, full of color? There are lots of...
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Beverly Hills is synonymous with luxury and that’s especially true when it comes to real estate. With a high concentration of celebrities and other high-net-worth individuals, it’s not surprising that the proportion of expensive homes being bought, sold and rented is higher than in many other areas of the country — double the median house...
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The price of building materials seems to be skyrocketing these last couple of years. So figuring up prices isn’t easy. However, when figuring prices you can still go by the charts of how things are changing. The best way to find your exact price is to contact the person or company you’re going to be...
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If you think birds are cute and you also like coffee this project is just perfect for you. It’s a cute little birdhouse that you can make out of a repurposed coffee can, something to hang from the branches of a tree in your backyard and for the local birds to call a home. The...
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Fall is once again making its presence noticed and soon the trees will start shedding their colorful leaves and the whole landscape will change. With it, the ambiance in our homes changes too. Suddenly the space feels cozier and we find ourselves thinking of all sorts of charming little projects that embrace the bountiful autumn...
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In spite of all of the rain and cool weather, we find autumn to be very charming. There’s much to love about it and we’re not referring only to the beautiful foliage although this seems to be the season’s main attraction. We love the colors of the autumn and the idea of bringing them indoors...
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Repurposing is one of the greatest things about being a homeowner. You can take something one person sees as trash and turn it into a treasure that no one can deny. Repurposed wood is a jewel to be treasured. Pallets are one of the most underrated materials that can easily be repurposed. You can usually...
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The bathroom and the tiles go hand in hand and some would say one isn’t really complete without the other. Most often than not this is true as tiles are found in most bathrooms in various different forms and proportions. In each case a decision has to be made regarding the type of tile, the...
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When I recently began researching craft tables for our new place, I quickly realized that there aren’t a ton of clean, modern craft table options out there–especially ones with a taller height to comfortably accommodate standing while crafting. (Because let’s be serious, crafting is not always a sitdown hobby!) So I decided to take matters into my own hands and modify pre-made components...
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After an action-packed summer, fall seems to come at just the right time to slow down the pace a little bit. To relax. To enjoy the crisp air and cool evenings. It’s a perfect season to throw a few parties, what with the fall holidays and all. It’s also a lovely time to simply gather...
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There are many different types of lighting that you can use in your home. You can hang mason jars or you can string fairy lights, or perhaps both! But one of the more popular types of lighting is recessed lighting. The reason it is popular is that it can be used with any design style,...
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It’s always fun to find new types of furniture that work so well in your home. Especially when those furniture pieces save space and work as a multi-purpose item that you can use all year round, no matter the season. Today, we’re all about the sleeper ottoman and everything it can do for your space....
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Building a house out of prefabricated modules greatly reduces the construction process, saves time and reduces the impact the project has on the site and the landscape in general. In the case of this house located in Ozora, Russia, the first phase was to install a solid foundation and the modules were brought on site...
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Laying tile is not an easy job. That’s why having as many proper tools as possible is important. You want to ensure that you have everything that you need before you begin in order to make the job as easy as possible. Today, we’re going to talk about grout floats and how important they are...
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A house truly becomes a home not when you put in the furniture but when you start adding all the little details and accessories that give it character. Handmade items are particularly effective at making a home look charming and feel lived in. One of these things could be a decorative tray. 14 Decorative Tray...
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From Suri to Apple, the trend of naming your child a unique and somewhat odd name is the going thing for celebrities. Just ask Elon Musk whose darling we still have trouble remembering her name. But this trend isn’t just for celebrities. If you want your child to grow up feeling independent, unique, and special,...
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When it comes to health and relaxation, we’ll do about anything for our bodies. Hence the fact that acupuncture is so popular despite the ever-present fear of needles that humans have. Heat can be the same way. While we don’t generally pull ourselves towards heat on a hot summer day, saunas are often used to...
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Heating and cooling systems are vital to every household. Heat strokes and hypothermia are major concerns during unpredictable weather conditions and should be safeguarded against at all costs. Winter is fast approaching, so it wouldn’t hurt if you started thinking about how an indirect water heater compares to others on the market. Water heaters are paired...
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Decorating for fall can be a lot of fun. The warm days of summer are gone and it’s time to get cozy and ready for the change of seasons. Making creative and unique fall projects is an enjoyable way to decorate your home. I created these square pumpkins, which are a funky and different option for fall. Supplies...
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This is a fast and very easy DIY project that can help you decorate for the Halloween season in a pinch. It’s a simple process, which is every DIYer’s dream come true. Plus, you can customize the RIP messages to your heart’s content…or leave one on there for the whole month. Who doesn’t love a...
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This is such a fun time of the year…the leaves are changing and temperatures are dropping. Traditionally, fall home decor tends to be bright and colorful with lots of reds and oranges reflecting the hues that Mother Nature splashes across the horizon. But sometimes, going a neutral route with fall decoration can be a breath...
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Of all the seasons, fall has the most distinct flavors and smells. Warm and spicy, cozy and comforting are the aromas of autumn. If you want to fill your home with memorable scents, here are three ideas on how to do so. One involves a simmer pot, the other scent absorption, and the third a...
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The smells of Fall and Thanksgiving are probably my favorite part of the season. Along with the gorgeous leaf colors. And the crisp bite in the air. Okay, so there’s lots to love about Fall…including this super fast and easy DIY candle project. It looks great for the season and smells even better. (Bonus, you...
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Succulents are a huge decorating trend right now. They’re everywhere, due in large part to the rising popularity of terrariums and succulents’ place in those. But this DIY pumpkin succulent project is a fun, simple, and unique twist on the standard terrarium. It’s perfect for fall and Thanksgiving holiday décor – use these on your...
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Fall is such a warm, inviting, cozy time of year, and fall décor inherently reflects that. If you love the spicy warmth of pumpkin orange mixed with a little bit of crispness, you’re going to love creating your very own (faux) pumpkin patch in a dome. This DIY is kind of like a fall-time terrarium…in...
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Do you have furniture that you’re not using anymore but are struggling to find a way to get rid of it? This happens all of the time when people move to a new place or simply upgrade their furniture. That’s why many charities have decided to offer furniture donation pickups. While not all furniture thrift...
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It may seem unimportant to find out the typical measurements of everything in your home. In some cases, it can be. But when you’re short on space or want to scale correctly, finding the correct sizes is important. Today, we’re going to figure the sizes of different types of microwaves because, in today’s world, almost...
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We typically associate balconies with small apartments where they serve as the best way one can connect with the outdoors and the surroundings without leaving the house. But even given how important the balcony is in this context we find it difficult to actually decorate it and to make it look and feel like part...
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It may seem silly, but learning about the different types of home decor items, no matter how menial, is important. Doing so can help you find the right items for you even when it seems like everyone is using something else. Today, our focus is on curtain hooks. Yes, those curtain hooks. You see, this...
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Your outdoor living space should be a comfortable environment year-round. Low temperatures can dampen outdoor enjoyment, sending your guests scurrying indoors. With a tabletop patio heater you’ll never want to come inside. The small heater safeguards against cold weather, providing you and your guests with a warm outdoor atmosphere. In a rush? Here’s our shortlist...
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Whenever you buy a new home, it can be overwhelming trying to find out everything that you need to do. Especially if you are moving to a new state and have all sorts of stuff to do when it comes to that. But one thing that is important is looking into home warranty companies that...
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With the hot summer days behind us, fall and all its beautiful and bountiful wonders is starting to take over the land. This is a perfect time to start using some of the autumn-specific resources in our projects and to make beautiful things to decorate our homes with. Today we’re focusing on fall crafts with...
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Are you getting ready to build a shower or perhaps you are simply playing with the idea? Either way, you’ve come to the right place. We have gathered some amazing vertical tile shower projects to show you that they can work wonders. Why vertical tile shower? Because horizontal tiles are far more popular than vertical...
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Every season is exciting in its own way. Fall brings with it a wonderful feeling of coziness and warmth, in spite of the fact that the weather actually gets colder. Trees shed their leaves and nature changes its colors, revealing beautiful shades of red, orange, brown, and yellow. These changes inspire us to decorate our...
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DIY can grant you some of the best works of art, the most practical solutions, and the most amazing memories you’ll ever have. But as the saying goes, “too much of anything is a bad thing.” This is true for DIY as well. While there are plenty of projects that are perfect for doing yourself, others...
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There are two families to memorize when designing your home. There are the elements of art and the principles of design. A lot of people get these two confused and sometimes even merge them. But they are separate families that can both be implemented into interior design, creating the elements of interior design or the...
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The more you know about home repairs and remodeling, the more confident you will be doing things yourself. If you have drywall, chances are that someone has used either joint compound or spackle on your walls. But unless you have experience using these, you won’t know which one is which and when to use each...
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A perfect reading chair is one you can sit in for hours and you can’t know that until you actually use it for some time. However, there are still some key elements to look for when searching for the ultimate reading chair. For example, look for an upholstered chair that provides good support for your...
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There are many reasons why you’d be looking for furniture. You could be remodeling your home, you could be building a new house, or you could just want to switch out a piece or two in your home. The reason doesn’t matter because it all comes down to where to buy the furniture and what...
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Walk-in showers are elegant and functional for any bathroom. Whether you also have a bathtub or just this area, your décor will be functional and chic. It will also give your bathroom a modern appeal and it will give you the possibility to efficiently use the space you have available. Get creative or find some...
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Fireplaces are useful for heating spaces but, more often than not, their role is a decorative one. A lot of people who have functional fireplaces into their homes rarely actually use them. Of course, this applies to traditional or rustic fireplace designs and not so much to modern fireplaces. That being said, more often than...
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A sunroom is also called a sun parlor, sun porch or sun lounge and it’s a structure usually built onto the side of a house. It allows you to admire and to enjoy the surroundings and the views while being sheltered and protected from rain, wind and other weather conditions. The name is very suggestive...
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“Seaglass is symbolic for the magic of transformation.” Do you know who said that? Mother Teresa. And it’s true. Sea Glass is is a symbol of renewal and healing as a metaphor for life with so much history. Because this piece of sea glass was once a piece of a bottle to pollute the ocean...
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These days there are so many different types of designs styles that it is nearly impossible to keep up with them all. Modern and contemporary are very closely related and in most cases, they are directly related. But when it comes to interior design, contemporary and modern are quite different. It’s important to know the...
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It’s pumpkin season and that means we get to have fun decorating our homes with this fruit, not just on Halloween but also throughout the season. Pumpkin carving can sure be fun but if you don’t want to deal with all that mess or you want to avoid using sharp utensils, there’s a great alternative...
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Of all the great DIY decorations and projects to celebrate fall with, we like wreaths the most. They’re incredibly versatile as they can be displayed in lots of interesting ways and places and they can be made out of pretty much anything. Naturally, we’ve prepared a bunch of fall wreath design ideas that we’d...
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There’s lots of efficient and interesting ways to make a bedroom stand out or to give it a particular look and feel. One idea which we enjoy a lot is to opt for a canopy bed frame. It has a wonderful way of instantly giving the space around it a relaxed and glamorous vibe and...
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As one of the core rooms in the house, the bedroom has gotten lots of attention over time and tons of different design and decorating ideas have been created for it. Today we’re exploring a bunch of bedroom design ideas for couples, looking at some of the main elements that should be included here as...
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Right now you’re probably what’s so special about a nursery bookshelf anyway. Although at its core it’s still just a simple, regular shelf, there are a few small details and characteristics which may or may not interfere with that. For example, a nursery bookshelf tends to be smaller than other types of shelves or to...
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Firewood racks are very rarely the subject of discussion these days but that doesn’t mean they’re not still needed. In fact, it’s very important to have a proper and practical way of storing all the firewood if you have a wood-burning fireplace, a stove or a fire pit out in the yard. There are many...
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Deck pergola kits provide additional comfort to backyard spaces. If you have a deck, but you feel it’s incomplete, add a pergola to it. The kits are easy to assemble and offer greater curb appeal to your backyard. Early versions of the deck pergola appeared during the 1920s in Dutch Colonial houses. It was then...
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We all have small struggles in life and big questions we ask no one in particular. We’ve found some of the most daunting problems and answered them all right here! All of them relate to your home and what goes on inside of it. While they may not all relate to interior design, they do...
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Whether you use them to store and organize books, for display or as space fillers, bookshelves are very versatile and provide lots of unique and interesting opportunities for designing and decorating the space around them in cool ways. With that in mind, let’s check out a few inspiring ways for decorating with bookshelves or the...
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A nightstand can be a perfect DIY project for a beginner because it’s a small and simple piece of furniture and you can have a lot of fun customizing and personalizing the design. Think of it as a mini-table or as a tiny cabinet. You can make it as simple or as complicated as you...
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Have you been thinking about renovating or remodeling your home but don’t want to put in the money or the effort? Well, there are plenty of ways that you can update your home and improve it without lifting a hammer. Today, we’re going to take a look at a few ways you can update your...
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Vaulted ceilings are known, formally and informally, by many names in modern design (such as cathedral ceilings, raised ceilings, high ceilings, to name a few). The concept behind vaulted ceilings, stems back thousands of years. Let’s take a closer look at vaulted ceilings – their definition, history, pros and cons, and some inspiring design implementations....
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Ever noticed how rapidly your entire home changes as soon as fall comes along? The entire place feels super cozy and inviting and that’s even without you making any decor changes. Then things really start to take shape when you bring out the warm blankets, fluffy accent pillows and you start working on your new...
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Project Ursa is a challenge issued internally by studio Madeiguincho, the end goal of which was to design and build three prototypes for tiny houses on wheels. They had to have a length of 4m, 5m and respectively 7m, to be 2,5m wide and to have a maximum height of 4m. The result was the...
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Everyone wants a nice bathroom because everyone wants to have a nice house. The first thing that you should do if you want a nicer bathroom is to make your bathroom look bigger, especially if it is a small bathroom. There are plenty of ways to make a small bathroom look bigger and we are...
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Classic reds are passionate and dramatic. They work well with traditional styles but they also know how to jazz up more eccentric, eclectic or modern genres as well. But what colors go with red? Which neutrals can tame a wild cherry or what feminine shades can jive well with a sultry tone? We’re sharing 20...
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The coming of a new season is always exciting because it changes everything, not just the weather but also the way we feel and the way we decorate our homes. Right now autumn is comfortably settling in, making its presence noticed. That means it’s time to rediscover the beauty of fall table centerpieces and decorations...
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Looking for a unique handmade gift idea? Or perhaps you’re in need of some great DIY wall art ideas for your home. Either way, this DIY map string art with an industrial vibe is sure to get you inspired! You can create virtually any shape or picture with string art, and a few simple twists...
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Crib sheets are a necessity when it comes to a successful nursery. And, as is the case with all things baby-related, you’ll need plenty of them. If you’re having a hard time finding crib sheets that match your nursery décor, or if you have excess fabric that you’d love to use up, one great option...
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Concrete is a hot material right now in all aspects of architecture and home design. While it once was expected and appropriate to cover the concrete foundation of one’s home with some “suitable” flooring material, those days are gone. Polished concrete floors are chic and sophisticated and are often considered the prime flooring surface for...
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The roof is one of the major components in any house’s design and definitely something worth doing some research on before making a decision in this regard. There’s different types of roofs to choose from and all sorts of criteria to take into consideration. The green roof is actually one of the most popular types...
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Shower niches are very convenient, especially for small bathrooms. It provides an easy and convenient way to store shampoo bottles, lotions and other things and they eliminate the need for shower caddies and racks. This ensures a clean and simple overall design and structure which suits most modern and contemporary bathrooms. One question rises however:...
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Roman shades are a type of window covering that stands out from other more standard shades through the fact they have a smooth surface when they’re open. They also stack up evenly and form these delicate folds which look lovely on most types of fabric. Surprisingly, there’s not a single type of design for all...
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The history of the loveseat can be traced back to the 1600s when they were basically just larger chairs that noblewomen used to sit on to arrange their puffy dresses. Around that time they also became popular with couples which enjoyed the privacy these seats offered, hence the “loveseat” name which stuck. Today a loveseat...
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It’s finally nice outside which means we can finally spend more time outdoors than we do indoors. The backyard takes the place of the living room for a lot of activities and not just during the day but also in the evening or at night. As the sun sets we’re presented with a wonderful opportunity...
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The announcement came a few weeks ago that Canada was once again opening its borders to Americans. With this announcement came the question, “can Americans move to Canada?” Well, the short answer is yes. But since the pandemic won’t last forever, let us take a breather and talk about the basics of moving to Canada...
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Living room decor ideas offer inspiration and guidance. Interior design isn’t easy, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be enjoyable. After you choose a theme, follow through with it as the results could surprise you. Interior designers will tell you that toom decor depends on those who use the space. According to a report from...
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Making your house a home is the most important thing you can do after you ensure that your house is safe. This means picking out the best furniture, hanging family pictures on the walls, and displaying all of your favorite things. When displaying your favorite things, you need to find the perfect shelves to do...
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Providing the comforts of a home clubbed with an array of extras, apartments have always been the popular choice among the other options. However, there are varied types of apartments available and individuals tend to get confused between them. The most popular types of apartments are one-bedroom apartments and studio apartments. However, the terms are...
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Few things are comfortable to sit on and read a book or watch a movie as a bean bag. There is something about the tiny beads inside that take the shape of your body and make you feel like you’re sitting on a piece of furniture that was molded to your shapes. But what if...
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Mirrors have so many amazing properties that every home should have them. Such as the ability to open a space up, let more light in, and make a place look more magical. The most magical type of mirror is the hanging wall mirror. While any type of mirror can be special, hanging mirrors look like...
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It may be only 30′ long and 8.5′ wide but this farmhouse on wheels definitely doesn’t lack the charm or the functionality to be a fully-fledged and lovely home. It was built on a triple axel Iron Eagle trailer by studio Handcrafted Movement and it has it all: a charming exterior and an interior packed...
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There’s something about locks and keys that is fascinating. There are countless songs and movies named after the set and with good reason. The two are a pair, for one, and one wouldn’t have a purpose without the other. But the process of unlocking a door with a key is also interesting. Without a locksmith...
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When it comes to decorating, you probably have things under control. But when it comes to wiring and choosing outlets, don’t worry if you are at a loss. Most people don’t know the first thing about wiring. For example, have you ever heard of a GCFI outlet? Maybe not, but you have probably seen them...
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Radiant floor heating is a trending solution to many standard heating problems. Most houses use furnaces, fireplaces, or gas heaters to heat their home. But with those heating systems come an array of issues. This type of heating is quickly becoming the hottest way to heat any house. It heats your home from the floor...
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If you want to know the average cost to build a house, you’ve come to the right place. Of course, there is a huge range in house prices, both for buying and building houses, in the United States. But in every range, there is an average. Let me start off by saying that the average,...
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You know the smell well and you want to be rid of it. Maybe you live with a smoker and maybe you’ve just bought a house that belonged to a smoker. The point is that you want to take measures to get rid of that smell for good. That smell is actually known as thirdhand...
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A foyer is an interior space connecting a home’s entrance to the rest of the house. The space is also known as an entrance hall, hallway, entryway, and vestibule. Entrance ways serve several functions, and namely provide added storage space. A foyer is the first thing visitors see after they walk through your front door...
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Metal roofs are one of the most common types of roofs in the world. While asphalt shingles still remain more popular than metal roofs, don’t be surprised if metal roof houses surpass them in popularity soon. Metal roofs offer more benefits than disadvantages. They go well with any design style and have an array of...
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Originating back in the 1940s, a loft is an American-style kind of dwelling. Among its specific traits, you may recognize the high ceilings and wide space. These modern living spaces were mainly abandoned factories at first. Though decor turns them more inhabitable, some lofts still preserve a dash of the past. Reminiscent of the old...
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It’s never too early to start getting ready for Halloween. Actually now would be a pretty great moment, especially if you plan on making some of the decorations yourself. We have a whole bunch of ideas you can try and a lot of cute, spooky and fun designs and projects that are definitely worth a...
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A man cave is a getaway area, usually built in a garage or basement. The room was originally designed for men who wanted a place to put their stuff and hang out with their friends away from the family. However, when the word mancave is used, people tend to put up walls. They have strong...
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There’s something very charming and enjoyable about tiny houses and about small spaces in general, especially when they’re decorated in a rustic or vintage style. The Archway is a perfect combination of both. This rustic little house was designed by Tiny Heirloom and, from the outside, it features horizontal wood siding and dark trims around...
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Pumpkin season is upon us and with it all the cool and adorable crafts you can do with them. Whether real or fake, pumpkin decor is incredibly versatile and absolutely perfect for pretty much every type of fall-themed project. You can paint them, carve them, gather them in clusters, in baskets, on mantels, turn them...
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When talking about designer furniture we’re not referring to a specific style but instead about furniture which has been specifically created by a designer with a unique aesthetic and purpose is mind and which, most importantly, is not mass-produced. Each piece of designer furniture, fixture, or accessory for that matter is usually unique and, of...
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A few months ago, we surveyed over 1000 Americans, asking questions regarding how the pandemic has affected their work lives. The questions included topics such as home office space and how employers should treat those working at home. The survey got enough attention that we thought we’d go over a few things regarding the pandemic...
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The element that stands out the most about tiny houses is the one that’s actually in their name: the fact that they’re tiny compared to a regular-sized home. Yet there’s another characteristic that’s perhaps even more important than that, the fact that tiny houses are incredibly versatile and optimized to be as functional as possible....
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