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Friday, September 2nd, 2016
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Have you ever felt that you’ve finally found the right furniture piece for your dining room only to find out later that it won’t fit the space that you have available? Larger rooms need bigger and longer tables while smaller spaces require small furniture pieces. Corner spaces need to be maximized especially when you want to do a lot of entertaining. Consider having a round table if you have limited space as it is much easier to navigate all around the kitchen. If you think that bar height tables look great inside a dining room, then think twice. These may be uncomfortable for you and the guests unless you would like your dining room to double as a restaurant.
Pay Attention to the Chair Details
Always pay attention to the scale when you are down to choosing your dining chairs. Almost all table heights come at 28 to 30 inches and you should shop for chairs that are a few inches taller than these measurements. The ugly thing about choosing shorter chairs for the dining table is that they end up looking tiny. Seats that are higher, on the other hand, end up making you look tiny.
Shop for Mid-Century furniture as this is small scale and it tends to lay low on the ground. If you have higher ceilings, a large space and an open floor plan, then you should shop for tall-backed chairs that can even help separate the dining area from other parts of the room.
Another way that you can separate functional spaces is to use an area rug. The legs of the chairs and dining table should all sit on the rug when they are all pushed in.
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Check the Lights
The overhead lighting must also be considered for its size correlation to the dining room (more so in relation to its ratio when compared to the table).
Generally, the bottom part of the lighting fixture should be approximately 30 inches from the surface of the dining table. Of course, the number could go up as the ceiling goes higher. An eight-seater table naturally works with a wider or longer light fixture. This would also work well with a series (about 2-3) of pendants.
Make sure also that there are enough bulbs in the chandelier or pendant so that the dining room is adequately lighted. If needed, you can always add a lamp or a pair placed on a sideboard.
Remember that lighting is pretty much like scaling; the bigger the room, the more bulbs would be needed. Keep in mind also that there opaque glass shades offer a more diffused kind of light than a transparent one.
Put in Visual Contrast
Visual contrast is the very thing that makes rooms feel more unique, interesting, alive, even beautiful. The chairs can be in contrast with the table either on style, material or both. This means you can mix industrial type chairs with a Mid-Century table. The chairs don’t always have to match. If you embrace a more eclectic style, then consider using Windsor chairs around a simple dining table.
Another wonderful way that you can add contrast to the dining room is by adding a rug. All dining spaces should have one as it can easily make the room more inviting and comfortable.
Always Design with Function
Probably the most important consideration that you can make is to design the dining room around the function that the room would serve. Would you be eating meals there every day or during holidays only? Will you be hosting dinner parties there? Will the room double as a homework section for the kids? Knowing the answers to all these questions is crucial when you are about to choose the materials and the pieces of furniture that would go to your dining space.
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Thursday, September 1st, 2016
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Kitchen renovation is not as easy as buying a new refrigerator or oven. This is a major decision that you need to significantly plan for. Being queen of the kitchen means being ready to get out of your comfort zone and experimenting on a few designs.
A New and Interesting Coat of Paint
More often than not, a fresh coat of paint is sufficient in beautifying the kitchen. If paint is not feasible at the moment, then you can wash the walls as well as the baseboards (for starters). You would be surprised at the new look that you sometimes get to achieve all because you tidied up.
Invest in New Things
New cabinets can also help you create a cleaner and more spacious kitchen. New flooring can also help aesthetics-wise. The greatest choices that most homeowners resort to are hardwood and tile flooring though synthetic wood and vinyl would also look nice at a more affordable price.
If your kitchen countertops are already outdated or worn out then that’s the glaring clue that it’s time to update ‘em.
Consider Major Appliance and Furniture Investment
So what is the chief function of a kitchen?
Cooking is the major activity that takes place inside the kitchen. Since this is so, you need to start shopping for a fridge, stove top, oven, microwave, and a dishwasher. These appliances are bulky so you need to plan the kitchen around them.
It is important that you shop with caution when it comes to appliances. The price tag is commensurate to how massive the appliance is. Decide how much budget you can work on then find out what size, shape, style or setup would work best.
Most kitchens work best with the classic oven-cooktop. Find out what your range budget is so that you can decide between the stainless steel commercial range, the slide-in freestanding range, or the cast iron range.
If you don’t like the standard range type, then you should find separate oven and cooktop.
When it comes to your refrigerator choice, know that it takes up visual space. Find out how much room you would need to store your food before you even begin shopping. As for the microwave, this can be the most glamorous kitchen appliance if you choose correctly. There are countertop and built-in models. Find out which version works for you.
As you place the major appliances in their proper places, it crucial to think what else you need to bring into your kitchen. The placement of these electrical appliances determines what furniture pieces need should be bought.
Let’s have an example – say you are someone who likes working with kitchen assistants, then what you need is a kitchen island. Your floor plan must be based on how you would work inside the kitchen.
If you like dining inside the kitchen, then have a dining nook set up there. Choose a dining set that will match your theme.
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Consider Your Lifestyle
Once again, remember that you are the star in your kitchen so set it up the way that you would want it to look. Are you ready to welcome spillage, the noise of silverware and the laughter of your family members?
Choose flooring material that can withstand wear and tear but one that would not be too uncomfortable to stand on for long periods of time. Remember that the kitchen floor will get grimy, eventually. If you want to minimize the amount of time that you would spend on maintenance then find a material that is water resistant, easy to clean and not prone to any kind of staining. Examples of such materials are bamboo, vinyl, cork, hardwood, and linoleum.
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Thursday, September 1st, 2016
Parents of opposite sex siblings often come to a point in their lives when they contemplate on separating the two from a shared bedroom. How long can they share the said bedroom? At what age is it proper to build a different room for one of them? There are different opinions regarding this topic.
If experts are to be asked, there is no specific age when the cutoff should be. It is best for parents to monitor their children’s individual developments then they can make their decisions from there. More often than not, children who begin attending school also begin to become more aware about the principle of modesty. This is the age when they usually feel uncomfortable changing their clothes in front of their opposite-gender brother or sister.
Know that it would become more difficult for kids to adjust once they reach puberty so design the separate bedrooms as soon as they begin schooling.
The Grown Up Girl Palette
If your concern is how to make a bedroom appear more suitable for a teenager, then you can always deviate from the usual pink palette. There are many other colors to choose from such as a warm chocolate focal wall. This may be experimental but this rich hue will offer a playful aura to a young girl’s room. You can then integrate hot pink to this color scheme by adding sheer curtains, some ottomans that come in a different shade of pink, and a chic floral lamp.
Just be sure to keep the linens neutral-colored so that the boldness of the rest of the colors will be balanced.
Show Much Elegance
Use stylish gray walls together with some adult furnishings. It’s time to shy away from the cartoon character themes. Using regular furnishings will help you keep the bedroom for a very long time. Also, you help your young one transition from a young girl to a teenager.
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A Definitive Line of Demarcation
A child’s room often showcases childish sophistication. You can improve from chiefly pink to a lavender playroom slash bedroom. This space should provide ample room for playtime and a restful nook.
Have a settee and a table lamp set up so that your little one could also spend the nights reading some of her books. In doing all these, make sure that you create a clear separation between the playroom, reading nook and the bedroom. Most of the time, all you’d need is an area rug to separate these spaces.
Stylish Storage
Keep your little one’s space stylish by bringing in more shelves and cabinets. Use narrow shelves to achieve visual interest inside the bedroom. This is also your best way to showcase the young girl’s artwork, books and favorite toys.
Use small wicker baskets for all other organizational needs. ’Wanna be more unique? Use an Indian tepee as a reading nook. Store all the most colorful books there. This is a surefire way to make your little girl swoon with gratefulness.
Added Fun
Most of the modern girls’ bedrooms are no longer just set up for sleeping anymore. This can also be a place where homework can be done. The wall shelves could also be accessed using a painted ladder. Always remember that there should be plenty of storage options and this section could also be filled with buttons, beads, threads, glue, and such. Your little one could then proudly show her cute craft area.
Make the area more exciting by providing the ultimate getaway. Put up a dramatic set of curtains. See if your growing up girl would opt for magenta. The darker the color this time, the more dramatic it is.
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Wednesday, August 31st, 2016
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As soon as you have figured out what your home would look like, the next big question is – should you do-it-yourself or hire an expert? Or is it possible to have the best of both worlds?
Interior design was not a known profession before the 20th century. Back then, homeowners designed their houses unless they were royalty who had people doing things for them. A lot of people still think that you still need to be a palace dweller in order to hire a designer. Others are simply afraid of the cost (or at least the perceived costs). Still some think not of the cost but are afraid that the result might not reflect their preference or taste.
Advantages of DIY Projects
Designing your home simply means that you won’t have to hire someone and pay him to do it for you. The results will also show your personal taste and you can proudly take credit for all of your work. If you have done a DIY project in the past and were successful, then you shouldn’t have trouble doing it again.
Whether the DIY project works for you or not actually depends on your strengths. It is as simple as knowing what makes you tick and finding the items that define what you like.
DIY projects can be done in phases, more often than not, as the funds allow. You also don’t need to explain what you want to a complete stranger.
The Downside of Doing it Yourself
Primarily, you could mess the project up and if you are working on a bi-budgeted project then you might have to live with the errors for many years. It’s either this or you pay a hefty amount of money just to make the nightmare go away.
You must have the ability to visualize. If you believe that you’re not the creative type then you have to recognize the fact that you need help.
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Working with an Expert and Being a DIY Enthusiast
Or you could go down the less traveled path of working with a designer or a decorator. Two heads, as the saying goes, is always better than one so this cooperative thing should work for the better. There are many alternative working arrangements that you two could consider.
Perhaps you could consider hiring a decorator who is paid by the hour. This expert should be able to help you plan the layout, seek out the right kinds of furniture, shop for fabrics and select the right colors. After you get help on these things, you will be better able to execute the plan on your own. Of course, not all designers would sign up for small assignments, hence, find the ones that are paid by the hour.
You can design the project on your own and eventually hire a pro to guide you throughout the selection process.
If working with an actual designer makes you feel uncomfortable, then you can always go for a virtual designer. There is now a growing number of interior designers who are now posting their portfolios online. You can get in touch with them, send photos of your proposed floor plan, then ask for their professional fee. You can do all these without even meeting them in person.
You can also work with someone from a furniture store. There are shops that offer decorating or designing services. Some will work with you on the project – free of charge – for as long as you buy furniture from their shop. If you really love the furniture shop and the pieces that they sell, then, obviously, their stuff is the way to go.
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Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
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Some people focus on ocean threats more than what this place can contribute to their health. Whether they may be thinking of algal blooms, floods or pollution, these people only see the harmful things that come out of the regal blue oceans. Yet the notion of living near a beach can make one feel and literally be healthy.
Once you have decided to embrace the nautical theme, there are many maintenance tips that you need to keep in mind. Here are some of the fundamental ones –
Learn How to Clean Wood Furniture
Quality wood furniture can actually last a lifetime for as long as you know how to take care of it. Wood is susceptible to abrasions, scratches and harsh weather especially when they are not properly cared for.
Ask for cleaning instructions once you purchase furniture. Apart from the cleaning instructions, you should also avoid heat damage and rings by not using coasters. Be sure to use decorative placemats as well as a tablecloth if you want to protect wood tables.
There are many other factors that can wreak havoc on wood such as heat, sunlight and rain. Never place wood furniture in front of any uncovered window, fireplace or vent. Dust, too, can eventually destroy furniture, too. Airborne particles can become a filmy layer that will scratch the wood eventually. Dusting more frequently will keep the buildup from becoming thicker. Use soft cloth such as cloth diaper, cotton T-shirt or any microfiber cloth to avoid wiping damage.
There are times, though, when dusting is no longer enough to clean wood furniture. Don’t ever use all-purpose solutions or cleaner as these can damage the finish.
A spot that has been heavily soiled can be cleaned with a cloth dipped in mild dish detergent. Wring out the solution then gently wipe the soiled area. Rinse with a damp cloth then wipe with soft dry cloth.
Damages that are too extensive need to be treated with touch up sticks or polishes. Overly dry wood can also be re-oiled. Begin by using cleaning soap, then the appropriate cleaner, and then prep the surface using steel wool.
Always work with the grain. Apply the furniture oil liberally then let it soak in the wood for no less than 15 minutes. If you want to apply protective coating, then be sure to set the furniture for about 24 hours before moving forward.
Depending on the furniture finish, the piece may have a protective wax coating. This is a piece that you need re-waxed as it ages. The re-waxing is a guarantee that the surface will be continually protected.
Remove Tough Stains
Despite your efforts, there are inevitable events that could lead to the staining of your wood furniture. Whatever stain you need to deal with, just be sure to clean it up quickly. Remember that the longer the stain stays, the more difficult it will be to remove.
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Keep the Wood Smelling Awesome
There are wood furniture pieces that could develop an unpleasant odor later on. This is especially true when they have been stored. When this happens, just sprinkle some baking soda onto the wooden surface to remove the unpleasant odor. You can also place a pan of charcoal in the drawers so that the odor would stop emanating. You can also leave the piece in any shaded area during a dry day. This should remove any malodorous stench after a few hours of exposure.
Care for Weathering
Over time, your furniture will have attained a silvery-gray patina. This is when you can tell that this piece is starting to weather. It takes nine months for this process to become more serious. The more rain and sunlight the furniture is exposed to, the less time you have to save your furniture. Just find the appropriate cleaner and you should be fine.
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Tuesday, August 30th, 2016
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Whether it’s winter, spring, summer or fall, it is great to be able to enjoy the outdoors even when this is only from your home’s veranda. There are two forms of the word veranda. One is simply veranda and the other is verandah though the version minus the h seems to be preferred by more people.
The veranda has become a part of many homeowners’ psyche. This roofed platform outside of your home often extends to the front or, at times, extending till the sides of the structure. A veranda can be enclosed by railing.
Veranda History
The word verandah is believed to have come from India. This is a general term used to describe any outdoor extension of the home. There are also words that sound similar in Portugal and Spain. These are baranda also barandilla. It was only when this structure reached Australia that the term veranda became that covered area which comes with balustrades.
Since there are many meanings that are being attributed to veranda, a lot of covered areas outside of the house have been referred to as such.
Getting your veranda ready for those outdoor fall parties and cool, starry evenings means you also need to prepare to decorate. Since the veranda is essentially attached to the home structure, the structure plays a huge role on the curb appeal. Decorate the veranda for a more comfortable living space and an appealing view.
Brighten Up
Install recessed lighting along the ceiling of the veranda. Place them at regular intervals so that each fixture is able to illuminate the space when nighttime comes. These lights can also up the level of social entertainment, security and curb appeal.
Have the lights installed directly down the veranda’s back wall so that the space’s texture and color are both enhanced. Place a lovely pendant light right in front of the entryway to illuminate the area. This should be stylish enough to catch the attention of your friends and guests. Add more glamour by draping strands of party lights all around the porch posts, handrails and columns.
Bring in the Cool Breeze
Add a ceiling fan or two depending on the size of the veranda. This should provide a cool breeze during the hot days and those extra warm nights. Find a ceiling fan that goes with the theme that you set up on your veranda. Black blades would go well with a black and white theme especially in a Georgian-style place. Bronze blades, on the other hand, complement traditional setups.
If you have a modern veranda, then you can use portable oscillating fans which come in various sizes, styles and colors. These can be placed anywhere on the veranda as the needs arise.
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Set Up Comfy Seats
Comfortable seats should be your chief concern especially when you are opting to socialize in your veranda. As a relaxation haven, the space should have cushioned seating, maybe even a plush carpet.
If you plan to dine there, then add a dining set and a bench. Increase the livability of this outdoor space by adding ottomans and accent tables.
Choose weather-resistant furniture pieces such as wrought-iron. If the space is amply shaded, then you can brave having wicker furniture. White wicker furniture can add a casual appeal but if you want to achieve a traditional ambience, then bring some wooden outdoor pieces.
Add some area rugs that are especially designed for outdoor spaces to cap the laidback, rustic, traditional, or just about any look that you set up.
Nature and Your Veranda
Make your veranda more exciting by adding decorative accents such as ceramic pots, greeneries, flowers, even edible herbs. Add some wind chimes, a small fountain, some paper lanterns and you’re good to go.
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Monday, August 29th, 2016
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People use art to express themselves. These can be framed paintings or photos, it could be a bust, but all are aimed at making your home look more interesting. The art that you display tells a lot about your personality. Don’t be afraid, though, to add large pieces on those big, blank walls. If you are feeling more creative, then make your own art. There are many ways that you can hang some stylish art especially this fall.
Display Gorgeous Harvests
Now that summer is saying farewell, it’s time to embrace the gorgeous style that the fall season has to offer. There are many fall elements that you can use in designing your home. Think of pumpkins, falling leaves, spices and earthy hues. You can bring in these elements to the porch, right into the living room and all the way to the bedroom.
Impress with Metals
Metallics are quite in during fall. These are great accent pieces since they shimmer – they are practically begging for attention. Use anything from silver, bronze to gold on table lamps, candlesticks, or side tables. A great thing about metallics is that they can stylize without even trying.
It’s All About Geometry and Texture
Fall is also rich on geometric patterns. Beautiful shapes can amp the look in your home. Use diamond shapes, stripes, even chevrons. Your favorite shape should be the star of the design.
This season is also the perfect time to add a little texture to your design. Use rich velvet, chunky knits, rustic woods, etc.
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Seasonal Colors
You can never go wrong with the autumn palette during fall. Check the colors that are trending such as jewel tones, spicy hues, classic neutrals, white, black and certain shades of blue.
Look all around you and see where you can add fall décor. Add a table to the foyer, put a tall vase of colorful flowers in the living room, hang a wreath right on the front door, and welcome all your guests with the orange pumpkins in your front yard.
Make the Fireplace Useful
With the weather turning cooler each month, you can now look at decorating your fireplace and mantel. Right before lighting up the fireplace, though, make sure that it has been inspected and properly cleaned. Once it’s okay to use, have it decorated with garlands made from fall leaves, pumpkin and other hearth décor.
That Room with the View
This is also the season to refresh the windows with some new window covering. This should complement the current season, palette-wise and pattern-wise. Keep the sheers but you may trade out the curtain panels with something that is more appropriate for fall. Look outside of your home for inspiration. Mother Nature has a lot to offer.
Change up the florals from the sunny summer look to the autumn flowers with richer colors. Redecorate with red, orange or brown area rugs in the living room, bedroom, or the kitchen. Bird feathers and leaves are huge design inspirations.
Garden Wagon Decorating
Your garden will serve more purpose this upcoming season so go ahead and lay down the straw at the bottom of a garden wagon. Place a few pumpkins in the wagon but make sure they show through the sides. Put two huge pumpkins in the middle then stack the little ones all around.
Have a pot of mums in the hay that are all around the pumpkins. Use LED lights to add sparkle during dark nights.
You can also add a fall table display for your upcoming dinner parties. An orange, yellow or red table runner should complete the autumn look.
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Monday, August 29th, 2016
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If you ever stayed or lived in an apartment where you weren’t allowed to paint walls, then you do understand how difficult it can get to become creative. You could only dream of personality and warmth for the room because a painting job simply can’t happen.
If you’re faced with this dilemma, then you have to think of creative ways to cover the walls. Sure, decorating minus paint can be a real challenge but you should not default straightaway to sterile, cold colors like white or beige. Never allow the no-paint rule to make your home look pale or stark.
Here are some tips that can help you decorate the walls with style –
Wall Graphics
These are fantastic things that can aid in your customization of the walls. They are quite easy to apply and remove. No matter what your style is, you will find that wall graphics can make plain walls appear seemingly intricately painted. You can also create the look of a mural.
The great news about wall graphics is that they are not just limited to bare walls in living rooms. You can also spruce up your kitchen cabinets or make the lampshade more exciting. This means that you can use wall graphics if your taste is contemporary, country, or practically anything else. You can even use them if you love everything that’s Zen.
Wall graphics are also available as blackboards which are quite in these days especially inside kitchens.
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Temp Wallpaper
This is also referred to as the peelable or strippable wallpaper. It is a decorative accent that works pretty much like the usual wallpaper but the only difference is that it peels away easily and it won’t even leave any residue.
Temporary wallpaper is available in DIY shops and stores and home depots. It is also available in paint shops and online sites. The downside is that they are a bit more expensive. You have to pay about $100 for every eight foot tall, 25-inch width of temporary wallpaper. You can cut down on the cost if you use this wallpaper on an accent wall instead of covering the entire room.
Peel and Stick Tiles
Adding a temporary color to the kitchen is as easy as buying peel and stick tiles. Do this if you’re tired of your kitchen’s current backsplash. These tiles are available in many colors and styles. You can buy them from home improvement shops.
Use scissors or a utility knife to cut them up. They can be easily cleaned using a soft cloth. They also peel off easily and don’t leave any residue once you decide to redecorate or move out.
Curtains
Having curtains doesn’t automatically mean that there should be a window behind it. Use an ordinary curtain rod and attach it to the wall right near the ceiling. Hang the coolest fabric that you can find, the type that reaches down to the floor to achieve an illusion of height.
Fabric
There are two options for fabric – this can be stretched right over the wall or it can be secured using small nails or thumbtacks. You can also buy foam boards that are as high as the walls. Have them covered with fabric then attach the boards onto the walls.
Whichever you end up choosing, adding splashes of colors on the walls is easy without you altering anything permanently.
Hang Art (Whether Yours or Another’s)
It’s time to get creative. Invest in huge canvasses then paint! You can also buy inexpensive pictures from stores and make a collage. This is a surefire way to decorate the walls and make them look unique. Hang the heavier artworks on a stud and not directly on the drywall.
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Saturday, August 27th, 2016
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Patios and walkways are wonderful assets that your backyard could offer. They bring wonderful benefits to you and your home. There are many ways that you could use your patio. First, it can be an entertainment area, a party zone, or simply an oasis right on your backyard.
A Relaxing Entertainment Spot
There is nothing more comfy than resting in the backyard during a warm summer night while sipping a cool drink. The kids are out playing in the lawn while you enjoy their peals of laughter.
A patio can greatly enhance this experience. Complete the scenario by adding the most comfortable patio furniture set. This should become an oasis, one that you could unwind in.
The Party Zone
You will definitely feel wonderful as you fire up the grill and have a barbecue party going. Add all the grilling essentials that you know and the fun and convenience would definitely be amped up.
Add Value
Adding value to your property is as easy as installing a walkway or a patio. You get to enjoy the benefits that patios offer for as long as you live in the property. These benefits extend all the way to that time when you are ready to give up your house and move to a different home.
Potential buyers will surely be awed as they see the beautiful aesthetics of your outdoor haven. Your home will be doubly desirable with the patio sitting where bare concrete would have been.
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Assuring Safety
The safety of your home also goes up if you install a walkway and a patio. Mulch and rocks are often used as a path all around houses but these can cause accidents in both adults and children. Peace of mind can be achieved once you make the conscious decision to install a walkway and a lovely patio that goes with it.
Dress Up the Patio
Sure, the patio can be a haven but it isn’t so until you find the right furniture pieces to set it up. Think of banquet seating inside a kitchen. Now imagine this set up on your patio. Invest in a bench, some chairs and a dining table. Be sure to integrate the look of these pieces with the rest of the house.
Match the shapes of the table and the patio. A round table will look great on a cute, round patio. Add a tall fence to have a more private and cozy feel.
You can also eliminate useless spaces behind furnishing or in corners. You can afford ample space on the patio for a small table and a pair of chairs. This is a great setup for those date nights.
Patio with Bright Colors
Small patios are advantageous since they are better able to show off bright colors than large patios. These playful colors don’t look as overwhelming on a cute patio which means you can go ahead and use bright blues and greens. Ottomans can also match the patio décor while providing an extra seat for a person or two.
Nature can also offer lush colors such as green potted plants and colorful flowers.
Set Up Open Sight Lines
Choose seating that comes with open back. This should keep the sight lines flowing and it should visually expand the patio. Choose to keep the color palette basic, even unassuming. Use pastels such as green or blue on a bench and its partner, the coffee table. Distress the furniture for more laidback look.
You can also use narrower pieces such as a bench paired with a long, narrow table. Have these on the patio and you get a great choice for those dine-out nights.
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Friday, August 26th, 2016
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Bathroom cleanliness is quite important to homes and more so to facilities. Unsanitary restrooms could be home to germs that can bring about allergies and a host of other diseases. This is the very reason why the bathroom should be cleaned every single day.
Repeat customers could be the cause of unsanitary bathrooms. Effects of unsanitary bathrooms could extend to employee productivity as it has been proven that unclean bathrooms can cause lower productivity. As a result, various aspects of the business can be affected by something that is as simple as a bathroom cleanup.
Germs can bring about allergies and a whole host of diseases. Begin cleaning from the vents and ceilings. Have them dusted for cobwebs. Make sure the dust from those areas reach the floor.
Next, have the mirrors and other wall pieces dusted, cleaned then polished. Make sure the hand dryers are disinfected, too. Use a disinfectant to clean partition doors. After these, move on to toilet bowl disinfecting. Disinfect the inner and outer parts of the bowl. Don’t forget the base.
Be sure to empty out the trash receptacles of paper towels and sanitary pads. Remove gum and other stuck dirt on the floor. Mop the floor and use a disinfecting solution.
Lastly, wipe hand plates, door handles, and kick plates.
These tips should help you clean the bathroom like a pro or at least know how to check right after a professional commercial cleanup.
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Clean the Stained Bathtub
There are two things that you need to remember when cleaning a stained bathtub in hotels and other such areas – first, you have to know which stain removal technique you would use and; second, find out which products would be right for the tub.
The most common bathtub materials are enameled metal, acrylic and porcelain. If your bathtub looks like plastic, then it is most probably acrylic. If it looks non-plastic, it is porcelain, iron or steel.
To be able to tell the difference between porcelain and enamel, all you have to do is to stick a magnet on the side of the tub. If the magnet sticks, then it is enamel.
If you are removing stain from a porcelain tub, you might want to buy a pumice stick. This can scour the surface and could get rid of stains on porcelain toilet bowls. This scouring stick costs just $2.
Removing the stain from enameled tubs can be a bit more difficult. Pumice stick should not be used in such cases because they can leave permanent scratches. This is also true with anything that is acidic so say no to vinegar and bleach.
Abrasive powders may be used but be sure to test a part of the tub before you go all out on your cleanup. Use such powders sparingly, though. For tougher stains, make a paste with the powder then allow it to sit for half an hour before you rinse away.
If you want to be on the safe side, use the ever reliable hydrogen peroxide. It is cheap and it can make the bathtub look sparkly clean.
‘Out to clean an acrylic tub? Then know that this type is more prone to fading, scratching and cracking. Since this is so, avoid anything that’s abrasive. Use cream cleaners, again, allowing it to sit for half an hour before the actual cleanup.
Mildewy Walls and Flooring
Another serious, dirt problem in the bathroom is mildew. You can work like crazy each day, cleaning and scrubbing, but if it still stinks, then you have to look for the culprit. More often than not, it is mildew.
Find an anti-mildew solution then gently scrub the area. It helps if you let the solution sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off.
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