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New Year, New Home: Selecting Paint Colors
You’re about to ring in the New Year and make a resolution or two. Then what? How about giving your home a fresh start, too? It’s not as difficult or expensive as you may think. There are several quick, easy and inexpensive ways to transform a room. Today’s blog is the first in a series called New Year, New Home, and we hope you find the ideas inspiring. First up is one of the best ways to clean and brighten a space: paint. Painting is easy, relatively inexpensive and a perfect do-it-yourself project. But selecting paint colors can be difficult. What color do...
Perfecting the Guest Room
Christmas is almost here, which means house guests will soon be arriving as well. If you're hosting family or friends this year, make the most of their stay and alleviate your stress by being prepared. Here are tips for designing a guest room that makes guests comfortable and welcomes them in style! Clear the Clutter. Your guests will need room to place their things, from clothing and shoes to jewelry and toiletries. Clear countertops and floor space, empty dresser drawers if possible or provide a luggage rack if space is available. Remember the Essentials. A lamp to read by, a...
Off the Wall Quartzite Art
How many people does it take to hang a slab of quartzite on the wall? It sounds like a joke, but it's actually no laughing matter and was recently all in a day's work. But how did we end up using quartzite art in the first place? We blame the nature of art, and possibly Pablo Picasso. Picasso once said, "The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls." A beautiful sentiment, but no simple task! Few things are more personal or challenging to select than art - especially when choosing for another. Many factors must be...