Decorating Materials & Supplies

The kitchen backsplash is a great place to infuse color and style into the kitchen---especially in modern kitchens that utilize a lot of stainless steel. When designing a backsplash yourself, it...

Crystal and glass are made from the same basic materials. They are both used to make sparkling bowls and stemware. Both also come in a variety of colors and surface-cut designs. To the naked eye,...

While any piece of glass or plastic will protect a framed picture from casual physical damage, conservators and glass manufacturers developed museum-quality glass to provide the best possible,...

Personal bars are a popular feature in houses and backyards. Without the proper equipment, bars are not fully functioning. Barware basics are essential for home bars and as you gain experience...

A convenient way to affix a glass object to a surface is by using double-sided tape. This type of tape can be bought at most retailers or hardware stores, and it is available in a number of...

Tiles are perfect for updating a floor or a wall. They look great in kitchens and bathrooms, but can be used in other spaces, too. Choosing the right tile is tricky work; there are thousands of...

Glass tile is one of the hottest trends in home decor, and it's easy to see why. Glass tile's unique, bejeweled appearance and durability give it great potential that is both decorative and...

Glass tile use began in the second century BC. Byzantines incorporated glass tiles in their intricate mosaics. Glass tiles continued to be used through the ages and reached new heights with Louis...

Glass building blocks are an inexpensive way to liven up a room. Often used in bathrooms, glass blocks allow light to pass through without giving up much needed privacy. With new styles, textures,...

Take this on for size - use a bunch of old plates that are mismatched to create a focal paint in your dining room. Now you can save all your old frames and baskets and re-purpose them, no need to...

Glass shelves can provide an attractive alternative to wood. Tempered glass or safety glass is best to use for glass shelves, as regular glass is dangerous when it breaks. Tempered glass breaks...

Mirrors are such a ubiquitous part of life that most people don't give them a second thought. From vanity mirrors that let us see how we look, to safety mirrors that help us drive, to industrial...

Acrylic is a plastic that is durable and versatile. Crafters have found many ways to incorporate them into projects because it can be cut and drilled much the same way as wood. Sheets come in a...

In today’s economic times and present real estate market, many people are looking for ways to improve their homes and increase its resale value. There are few ways to do this in a more cost...

Glass tile backsplashes have become increasingly popular in interior design due to their durability, shine and the variety of glass tile available. In both bathroom and kitchen design, glass tile...

A mirror hanging behind a bar will make the area look larger. The appearance of glassware and colorful liquor bottles are visually appealing when caught in the reflection of a mirror. There are...

Glass block, originally designed for use as small, sturdy windows, became an important Art Deco design element in the 1920s and then again in 1950s and 1960s architecture. Since about 1985...

You can actually paint your windows to look like stained glass. With vinyl and plastic-based paints, you can outline what looks like real leading and then fill in the areas inside with stained...

Sea glass, also called beach glass, has been smoothed by water and sand until it is no longer clear and displays shades of opaque pastels. Many people collect sea glass as a hobby, and it doesn't...

Glass etching paint can be applied to any glass surface, creating a one of a kind decorative accent. Decorating with glass etching paint is easy and the results will last forever. A bonus of...

Using stained glass to decorate can be a beautiful way to spice up a home or business. Stained glass is not just for churches, but fits well with most any kind of décor. From windows to lamps and...

Decoupage is the art of applying and sealing paper cutouts on almost any surface to decorate almost anything from picture frames to lamps, furniture and dishes.