Home Decor

When decorating any room in the house there are times when the same old thing will not suffice and modern wall coverings are needed to get ‘just the right look’. Here are several unique interior...

Tiling a countertop in any kind of stone material lends a high-class look to it. Tiling it in marble ratchets up the class factor even more. Marble is arguably the most elegant and classic of...

There are many design possibilities when creating a tile backsplash behind a sink. How the tiles are chosen and put in place depends on the type of countertop with which they will be matched, the...

Stone coasters are inexpensive to make and can be unique personalized gifts. The natural look of stone tile is a nice accent in many homes. Stone is very durable and does not break easily. These...

Most tiles are installed as back splashes, on countertops, on floors or in showers. But some tiles are so unique and beautiful, especially handcrafted tiles, that they beg to be displayed as works...

Installing a kitchen back splash is an excellent weekend project. It gives you a chance to be creative with the design and provide your kitchen with a fresh look, while protecting your wall from...

If you are looking at your ho-hum kitchen and thinking that a tight budget is keeping you from making it what you want it to be, you might not have considered the inexpensive but classic look of...

Mosaic tiles can add a certain something to any room in your home, including your kitchen or bathroom. Once installed, these tiles create a new look. If you install the tiles yourself, not only do...

Making a cheap countertop can be challenging and fun. Measure the countertops you are planning to redo as accurately as you can. But be prepared to have an artistic kitchen--these techniques work...

Countertops and vanities have overhangs that require extra attention in order to finish them properly; that is, smoothly and with professional good looks. You'll need bullnose tile or V-cap edging...

If you are considering decorating your bathroom with a theme, a seascape is an option. Imagine sandy beaches, sunshine, bright water, and seashells galore. Imagine the scent of the breeze. Hire a...

An infusion of color can do wonders for an outdated room. In addition to a fresh coat of paint on the walls, a home remodeler may choose to give a floor or backsplash a new look with ceramic tile...

Adding a ceramic backsplash behind your kitchen range is easier than it looks and adds a ton of pizzaz and personality to your kitchen. Ceramic tiles come in so many varieties and are a great...

It would be wonderful to have a dining room table that didn't cost an arm and a leg. Building one yourself is an option, but if you don't have master carpentry skills, you may have decided it's...

Many homeowners are unaware that the beautiful backsplashes that add color and creativity to a kitchen have a functional purpose as well. A backsplash is generally a tiled surface that is easy to...

Transform simple pine cabinets into elegant furniture with appliqués and black spray paint or by adding fabric padded panels to the sides and doors. You could also paint the pine cabinet...

Kitchens are a focal point in a house. Renovations are often very costly but there are many things that can be done on a budget in order to revive a kitchen. Old kitchen tiles can be an eyesore...

Sometimes the bathroom may be the more overlooked place in a home. However, it is a relatively simple proposition to transform this more utilitarian room into a luxurious space. There are a few...

Redecorating your basement can add to the livable square footage in your home. Consider turning your basement into a 1970's retro game room or a media room reminiscent of a vintage drive-in...

Scrabble, the classic board game, can create home decor with a distinct look. The theme works well in a game room, play room or bedroom, and the projects range from simple decorative constructions...

Backsplashes are functional, of course--they prevent water from damaging the wall--but they should also be a design element of your kitchen, tying the countertop into the wall visually. You can...

Ceramic tile is one of the most popular choices for bathroom floors and tub and shower areas. Tile isn't porous, and it's easy to clean---plus, it's available in a wide range of beautiful designs....

You can make decorative mirrors for your bathroom with tile, small glass cabochons, seashells and craft glue. Grout a mosaic pattern or make a simple block design, no grouting required. Select...

Use decorative tile to create style and to add a pop of color to a boring bathroom. Budget-conscious decorators can use fancy, colorful tiles in collaboration with inexpensive plain tiles to...

A backsplash is installed above a countertop or sink to protect the walls from stains and moisture damage. The backsplash is typically made from a water-resistant material that is easy to clean...

Bathrooms, so central to modern households, are often overlooked when it comes to decorating. Frequently short on space and given over to unexciting colors, the bathroom can be reinvigorated and...

A fireplace is a primary focal point in any room, but yours may be screaming for a face-lift. You have a variety of choices when it comes to refacing your fireplace, from natural stone to stone...

Owning your own home gives you a sense of pride. Your address signifies a little piece of earth that you can call your own. Show your ownership pride by customizing your own house number to be...

Whether your bathroom features a sunken, Roman or garden tub, you can update the space with tile. Use tile to add color or a decorative touch to your bathroom. If you are seeking an artistic...

When serving hot dishes, an iron trivet is a functional kitchen item that can protect dining tables and kitchen counter tops from burn marks. However, mosaic tile trivets are an alternative to...

Natural slate tiles can be a striking component in the interior or exterior of your home's décor. When selecting your slate tiles, make sure that you purchase the highest grade available,...

Bathroom flooring can make or break the look of the space. Replace worn, outdated flooring with new tile or hardwood for a fresh look. Choose eco-friendly recycled tiles or woven bamboo flooring....

If you are charmed by the rustic influences of the Tuscany region of Italy, then a do it yourself Tuscany kitchen decor makeover may be right for you. There are many ways to incorporate a Tuscan...

If you are remodeling your kitchen, you have probably discovered the dizzying array of materials for countertops, ranging from economical plastic laminate to pricey and trendy granite. However,...

Laying tile on the countertop is a relatively simple do-it-yourself project, as long as you have the right materials and a basic understanding of the steps involved. It's not difficult to spread...

Your standing shower is surrounded by (generally) three walls that will need tile on them to protect them from moisture. If you're tiling rather than slapping on a prefab fiberglass surround, you...

Tiling your countertops with ceramic, granite or slate adds an extra element of design to your kitchens, baths and bars. Whether you install large natural stone tiles or create small ceramic...

Decorating a bar countertop is an opportunity to explore your creativity. Whether you decide to design a tile mosaic or make a pattern with wood strips, creating a useful and distinctive...

Perhaps you wish to change your tiled shower but you do not have the money to install a new one. You can give your shower a face-lift on a budget by designing your shower tile.

Millions of people have the same boring drab kitchen in their apartments. You spend so much time in this space why not dress it up!? I'll explain how to revamp your kitchen with new kitchen...

Ceramic tile is hands down the best floor and backsplash covering for kitchens because of its durability, beauty and affordability relative to other kinds of hard tiles. Ceramic also is the most...

The focal point of an elegant kitchen's design is often its backsplash. A backsplash should be both durable and beautiful. To meet these needs, many designers choose ceramic tile. Ceramic tiles...

Hard tile is a practical covering for kitchen floors and walls because of its moisture and stain resistance. It is also one of the most versatile materials you can use in decorating: Ceramic tiles...

To decorate a home bar, take your lead from public ones: Use mirror tiles to lighten and enlarge the area, stained glass panels for translucent beauty or a mosaic tile design to make your bar top...

Punched tin ceiling tiles can be trimmed to shape with a sharp pair of tin snips and used to make pinwheels, wastebaskets, tissue box covers and fireplace screens, among other things. Pinwheels...

Mirrored furniture is a beautiful addition to traditional, contemporary, cottage or shabby chic style rooms. Decorating your furniture with mirror tiles is a simple do-it-yourself project that...

One of the most surprising pieces of information for people embarking on home remodeling project is that, yes, ceramic or other hard tiles can be painted. But they're not made to be painted -- in...

Driven by a friend or neighbor's house and noticed they have a new name plaque on a front wall? Wondered where they purchased it or did they make it? This article will show you how to make it,...

Mexico has a diverse cultural history, from the early Aztecs to the Spanish, from French influences to the revival of authentic Mexican folk art in the 1920s and 1930s. The Spanish influence,...

A bathroom adds a considerable amount of value to your home. Designing your bathroom doesn't have to leave you broke. There are plenty of fresh and tasteful updates you can do to your bathroom...