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How to Buy Cheap Antiques

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Flea markets give you access to the collectibles of a cross-section of families, often that have collected or traveled over their lifetime and have unique items to show for it. In one visit, you can have access to items that took people a ... more »

How to Buy Decorative Fireplace Andirons

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Fireplace andirons are decorative, often antique, fireplace accessories. While they are mostly used now as decorative pieces, they were historically used for holding logs up off the hearth. Consider the styles and prices before purchasing ... more »

How to Buy Decorative Wall Plates

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Building a home decor that is pleasing and restful is more important than it ever was. Likewise, with the amount of decorating advice being bantered about, it can be a challenge to find your own style and decorate they way you want to rather than ... more »

How to Buy Designer Furniture at Discount Prices

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Shop around a bit and you find designer furniture at discount prices. Visit local and online furniture merchants to find deals on designer furniture but be prepared to do some comparative shopping before buying new furniture. Find the best price ... more »

How to Buy Fireplace Glass Doors

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You have a beautiful fireplace in your home and you want it to look its best. A nice set of glass fireplace doors can really class up your fireplace. Whether you want to spend a lot or a little, you can find a nice set of glass fireplace doors ... more »

How to Buy Housewares at Ikea

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As more Ikea stores are built around the world, international appreciation for the Swedish design and manufacturing company has only increased. Ikea is extremely popular with shoppers in many countries, including the United States, who enjoy the ... more »

How to Buy Items on Etsy

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On the hunt for a colorful button bouquet? Or a fine art photography print featuring trees in winter? Etsy is an online marketplace where hundreds of thousands of artists sell handmade items and buyers snatch them up. Read on to learn how to ... more »

How to Buy Organic Bedding

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You most likely spend more time in your bed than anywhere else, so make sure it is a safe and non-toxic environment. Organic cotton ensures that no harmful chemicals enter your bedroom and also reduces your ecological footprint. Mainstream stores ... more »

How to Buy Shower Curtains

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No shower or bathtub is complete without a shower curtain. Shower curtains are not only decorative but they prevent the water from splashing all over your clean bathroom floor. They come in a variety of materials, colors, sizes and designs... more »

How to Buy Tickets for the Indianapolis Home Decor and Interior Design Show

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The Indianapolis Home Decor and Interior Design show is held for one weekend in late January each year. Featuring over 800 exhibitors and many seminars, this famous event showcases everything for your home’s interior: home décor, home accents, ... more »

How to Buy Upholstery Tacks

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Upholstery tacks are what fasten upholstery fabric to a desired frame. You can purchase these online, and there is a wide variety available to help you complete any upholstery project... more »

How to Buy Wall Mirrors

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Wall mirrors are a great way to check how you look before you leave your house. Besides being functional and practical, they can also be decorative. A tasteful mirror placed in just the right spot in a house can add a special flair to the room... more »

How to Camouflage a Radiator

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Radiators are a necessity for staying warm on cool nights, but they tend to be unsightly sitting along the wall when not in use. It is possible to buy a variety of radiator covers. However, with a little creativity, it's not difficult to come up ... more »

How to Care for a Cuckoo Clock

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The cuckoo clock, which originated in the Black Forest of Germany in the seventeenth century, was a timepiece that surpassed the standard ways of telling time in that age--the sun dial and the hour glass. Intricately detailed, the cuckoo clock ... more »

How to Change Tablescapes

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When used effectively, a creative tablescape can set the mood for your meal, decorate your home and express your sense of style. With a few simple changes, you can adjust a single arrangement to suit different seasons, occasions, moods and guests... more »

How to Choose a Color Palette

By Erinn Valencich

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When it comes to choosing colors for your home, you have thousands of options. But with all those possibilities come the difficult task of narrowing them all down. Unless you’re particularly fond of the circus look, you’ll probably want to pare ... more »

How to Choose a Color Scheme

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When choosing a color scheme for a room, many people feel stressed and frustrated because of the wide variety of colors available. To take the stress out of this planning, think about the objects already placed in the room that you don't want ... more »

How to Choose a Front Door

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Your front door is one of the first aspects many people will notice about your home. Choosing the perfect front door is just like choosing the perfect piece of jewelry to wear for a special occasion. Your front door choice makes a statement and ... more »

How to choose a sofa for a long life

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How to Choose Artwork for a Home

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The artwork in your home says a lot about you. It tells whether you prefer modern or classic, colors or monochrome and what design aesthetic appeals to you. That's why it's important to choose the right artwork for your home. Read on for ideas on ... more »

How to Choose Bathroom Fixtures to Complement Your Home's Style

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Bathroom fixtures can underscore the style of your home or serve as a neutral backdrop that can be changed based on the accompanying accessories. Here are some tips... more »

How to Choose Bathroom Towel Colors

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Just because they're bathroom essentials doesn't mean that your bath and hand towels can't be decorative, as well. Choose their colors based on these factors that will also help them last longer, be more versatile and express your personal style... more »

How to Choose Dinnerware for Your First Kitchen

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So you're setting up your first kitchen and you want to make a great impression on all your future guests–-but you've got a just-out-on-your-own budget and don't know how to spend it best. Don't worry, you've got options that are both stylish and ... more »

How to Choose Recessed Lighting for a Bathroom

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The lighting in your bathroom must serve several purposes, from general lighting overall to adjustable lighting around your makeup mirror. Recessed lighting can address these needs. Here's how to choose a model that will work in your bathroom... more »

How to Choose Slipcovers

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Slipcovers are a simple alternative to reupholstering. For homeowners with small children and pets, slipcovers give the security of a quick wash and dry to get rid of grape juice and dog hair. You can also switch your decor with the seasons. It's ... more »

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