Home Design & Decor

Here’s how to make an antique mirror that looks stunning and won’t cost you a fortune. Our mirror frame project uses polystyrene crown moulding strips for a mirror frame that has plenty of detail...

Paint is without a doubt the most versatile tool in your home decorating tool box. Advances in paint formulations make it possible to paint almost anything with great results. Spray paint in...

Using molding to frame a mirror can give an entire room more character and attract the eye. If you possess basic carpentry skills, a mirror can be framed on a very small budget but look like a...

Hanging a frame display in your home will let you show off all of those little valuables that mean so much to you and your family, and give your home a nice comfortable look. This project will...

If you've collected an assortment of shells from a recent trip to the beach, use the seaside gems to adorn a plain mirror frame. Because you'll be covering the wood frame with the interesting...

A bed is many things and can be many things. Futons, mattresses with a frame and box spring, platform beds, loft beds--all are workable as long as they fit your needs and style. Working with...

Japanese shoji screens are very popular in many homes seeking to adopt the Japanese style of minimalist design. Unfortunately, traditional shoji screens are expensive and today's economical...

When you want to keep the focus on your artwork, don't detract from the piece with a colorful photo mat or an ornate picture frame. Design "floating" picture frames that seem to suspend your...

Large pictures can be rather tricky to hang properly. It is important to carefully examine your available space in relation to the art you are hanging. A large picture needs a large area to hang...

Painting plastic frames or any other plastic item is much easier than it has been in the past. Plastics have a glossy surface and a tendency to not bond to paint well without a lot of preparation....

When designing window treatments, tension rods are an inexpensive option that do not require creating any holes in your walls or window frames. They can function like curtain rods in regards to...

There are many variations to the types of window coverings offered at JCPenney's. Pleated blinds are the type of blind that accordion together via the blind material of choice. Pleated blinds are...

A well-placed mirror can enhance a view, add light and reflect a perfect scene. A poorly placed mirror can irritate the looker, add to the visual clutter, startle someone walking into a room, or...

Whether you've created a paper collage out of decorative paper scraps, meaningful vacation memorabilia or tidbits trimmed from old greeting cards and love notes, frame the artwork for display in...

This article walks readers through hanging documents or poetry on walls. Find out what supplies are needed and the steps you will take to frame documents or poetry to decorate your home or office...

Roller shades have been around for decades. They are a convenient way to keep nosy neighbors at bay as well as keeping rooms cooler by keeping the sun out during the summer. To install, you will...

Cellular blinds are a form of window shades that are made of two pieces of fabric so that each fold or pleat of the shade creates an air pocket between the fabric. This air pocket acts as a layer...

Your hard-earned running medals are an important part of your life and can serve to keep you in shape and act as a reminder of your hard work and dedication. Displaying them is easy and effective,...

You've had that old poster rolled up in the corner of your garage since college but you just can't bring yourself to toss it out. You can't just tack it to the wall with a few pieces of chewed...

Thermal window treatments provide insulation from winter cold and summer heat. Thermal draperies are manufactured with a form of latex bonded to the face fabric, forming a barrier to drafts....

A futon mattress can be used on a regular bed frame. But, it looks better if the futon mattress is close to the size of a standard mattress the frame is designed for. To support the mattress, you...

A picture frame that has lost its luster may tempt you to toss it out with the garbage. But don't despair, because these frames can be restored in a manner that will give them new life. So instead...

Hanging glass candle holders is an interesting way to add atmosphere to a room or outdoor living space. Create a gorgeous candle chandelier using items you have in your garden shed, to hang on...

Storm doors are used to protect entrance doors from wind, rain and other exterior elements. These doors can minimize damage and wear to expensive entrance ways, and may allow homeowners to...

Frames allow our photos and artwork to be displayed in a protective and aesthetically-pleasing way. Many inexpensive frames come with perforated hangers on the cardboard frame backing. These work...

If you are using latex or water-base paint then let me share a very simple way to clean excess paint out of the nap so you can use it over and over again. The nap is that fuzzy thing you put on a...

Standard door frames are wooden so there is ease of installation by nailing the door frame to the wooden house frame. Some heavier, industrial doors come with a lightweight, unfinished metal...

You can cut wood picture frame molding any of three different ways. The first is by using a professional picture frame chopper, an expensive piece of equipment. It is less expensive to take your...

Make doors for a bookcase to cover the clutter or add a finished look to your room. Consider leaving the top shelf open for display while hiding the rest of the shelves. Cabinet doors should...

Sizing a closet or interior door is a simple procedure that requires four basic measurements, all of which can be taken with a measuring tape or measuring stick. When sizing a closet door, check...

Do you have old black and white family photos stored in boxes in your closet or attic? These photos tell the story of your life and hold moments and memories caught in time that you hold close to...

Cutting mat boards for picture frames yourself can save a great deal of money. The process is simple but requires focus and attention to detail to avoid mistakes and accidents. Using a common...

The gilding process involves laying tissue-thin sheets of metal over a prepared surface and burnishing them into place. The final result is an object that appears to be gold, silver or copper but...

Well-chosen curtains can enhance the light in a room, frame the views and add a sense of coziness or elegance. But when poorly chosen, curtains can be the sore thumb that steals the attention from...

Window shades offer privacy and light management for homeowners. Measuring for shades requires taking into consideration whether the shade will mount inside the window frame or above it, and how...

Thrift stores are a great place to find deals on wall art. Unfortunately, it's not always exactly what you picture putting up in your home. Sometimes you'll find a beautiful frame with a laughable...

Photos, art, certificates and paintings all look great framed and hung. Wooden picture frames are simple enough in style to compliment any décor. How and where you hang your picture frame...

Matting and framing your artwork can be easy without having to spend a lot of money on custom framing. Follow these steps below and you will be on your way to displaying your artwork with ease.

Shadow boxes provide a fun and interesting way to display treasured objects. Go beyond paintings, prints and photographs. Use shadow boxes to display three-dimensional objects. Bring depth and...

Store-bought framed mirrors can be expensive and may not match the style or colors in your home. You can build your own homemade wooden mirror frame for little cost, and using only basic...

Step away from the old-fashioned fabric valance, and add a touch of depth and tone to your room. Make a valance out of wood, and add trim to it. This easy do-it-yourself project will take one...

There are three good reasons why moisture collects inside picture frames: the picture is hanging in a damp environment such as an unventilated bathroom, a damp basement or a house close to a large...

A valance made from wood will add character to any room and make your windows pop with smooth tones. It's easy to do and takes just one afternoon. Adding a decorative wood treatment gives depth to...

Platform bed frames are most popular in homes with modern décor because of their straight lines and simplistic design. The benefit of building your own platform bed frame is that you can...

Framed art or photographs can be a strong addition to any room, adding visual interest and expressing the taste of the homeowner. The wide variety of art and framing styles means that any decor...

Paintings and priceless pieces of art can not only be an investment financially but can take up a lot of space as well. What happens if your favorite painting doesn't fit correctly with any of the...

There are many reasons why you might want to mount a football jersey. Perhaps you played in high school or college and want to celebrate your achievements on the field, maybe you have a favorite...

Earrings are in every household! We all need ways to have them conveniently displayed and at a moment's reach!! Our earring display can be on the bathroom wall, bedroom wall, anywhere we can...

Doors and frames are often sold in standard sizes so they can be easily mixed and matched. Because of the precise measurements and preparations required when installing doors and hardware, it can...

Lamps are handy and necessary. They provide light in places where the overhead lights don't reach, like by your favorite reading chair, your bedside table, or the end table at the end of your...