Home Design & Decor

Vinyl window blinds, in addition to performing a basic function, are an inexpensive way to add a decorative touch to any home. If you ordered the wrong size or improperly measured the space for...

Angled or trapezoid-shaped windows bring in extra light to a room. These oddly shaped windows with only two parallel sides also draw the eye up and expand the visual space. However, sometimes the...

If mom or dad is considering a move from a larger home to an apartment to continue independent living, you can make that change both safe and affordable. With a few easy updates, a standard...

Area rugs are a good way to define space within a large or awkwardly shaped room. You can position the rug under a dining room table, in front of a fireplace to anchor a seating arrangement or...

Window blinds are a decorative and functional element to the house at the same time. Depending on the material, they can be expensive, so if you can repair them or make alterations yourself, it...

This painting technique works really well on a patio floor and brings an interesting twist by using a top layer of chicken wire for a stencil.

Painting a room in two colors is challenging, but the results can be beautiful if the walls are carefully prepared and the painting is clean. Using white and red can be challenging because any...

Kitchen sizes and wall space will vary from home to home. Painting a kitchen with two colors can still be accomplished even in a small kitchen. Be bold with the secondary color to add excitement...

Handmade fans are beautifully decorative pieces to set up or display on the wall. They can be inexpensive, but can add style and allure to your wall. Oriental style wall fans are available in all...

Add a touch of wild safari to a room with a black and white zebra print ceiling. Painting the fifth wall will add an unexpected and bold design element to any room. Flat or smooth ceilings work...

Soap dishes are safer than "free-ranging" soaps on the edge of the tub or the ledge of a sink. Where you find soap, you usually find water and the combination can be slippery and sloppy. Ceramic...

Add a tone-on-tone coloration to a room by painting with different shades of one color. The color palette will have a soothing effect because the hues are all part of the same color family. Add...

Window blinds can provide a nice, decorative element in any home while also providing the basic function of keeping sunlight from seeping in. There are a few reasons why your blinds might not fit...

Create an Old World plaster wall inspired by the rich textures of Italian villas and German castles. Choose colors such as yellow ochres, dark browns or leathery reds for an antique, rich surface....

Pinch pleated drapes, which are also called triple pleated drapes, are an elegant and traditional choice for formal windows. They are more dramatic than pencil pleats which look like soft...

Long, round bolster pillows are an attractive accent to your couch, armchair or bed. If you have an old bolster pillow or a purchased pillow form, you can easily make a no sew bolster pillow...

Use runners (long, narrow rugs) to insulate hallways and to protect high-traffic areas on hardwood, tile or carpet. Separate areas within a larger room by placing a runner next to the bed or in...

Adjusting vertical blinds for windows is a simple if somewhat time-consuming task. If your blinds are too long they will drag on the floor and either bend or fall off. A window blind is typically...

Orange rooms are cheery, dynamic, and bold. When painting your bedroom orange, the key to making sure that the final product won't look too over-dramatic is to choose a paint that has a warm,...

Drapes are necessary additions to rooms for privacy. Sheer, pinch pleated drapes add elegance and perfectly cover windows in the warm summer months. Sheer drapes allow the sunlight to enter as...

Chair rails -- also known as dado rails -- were originally used to protect expensive plaster walls from being damaged by dining chairs. Now you will find chair rails placed in rooms that have...

I'm going to tell you how to paint a basic to a larger size bedroom or any room.

Painting the trim in your home is an easy and inexpensive way to bring some new life into its rooms. You can choose a color that will offset the walls, accent the existing colors, or use the trim...

While a tile wall can be an elegant addition to any home, sometimes simply having bare tile leaves the space looking vacant. You may decide that you would like to hang up photos, but putting holes...

Faux paint treatments can be used throughout your home to give it a look that's uniquely your own. A painted stair runner, for example, is an inexpensive weekend project that can increase the...

Jute rugs can be found in most home goods stores and are relatively inexpensive ways to cover your floors. However, those plain tan jute rugs can be boring and drab. Dress yours up with paint over...

Finding the perfect rug for a certain area in your home can be challenging. Sometimes you want a floor covering that complements your existing decor. Other times, you need something to enhance it,...

Chair-rail molding adds a bit of design and elegance to any room. Not only do they look great but they protect the walls from bumps and scratches that the backs of chairs can make. Having fun with...

Paper blinds are an inexpensive and easy way to create a temporary window covering when you move into a new home or are in the midst of changing your decor. Paper blinds can also create privacy...

Painting is the quickest way to completely transform any room or any house. A little color can go a very long way. A popular recent trend is painting a contrasting wall. This adds depth, drama and...

Dried paint drips are caused by overloading your paint brush with too much paint or painting over an existing coat of paint that has not dried completely. The best way to deal with dried paint...

Cabinet doors are a main focus of most kitchens. Updating the look of your kitchen can take many months and tens of thousands of dollars, but you can change the look of your cabinet doors and add...

Upgrading the tiles in your kitchen or bathroom can get rid of outdated or ugly flooring and give your space a more modern look. With a little effort and the right materials, you will get your...

Skillfully arranged vases of flowers will brighten any room and bring a smile to those who see them. One of the more beautiful, yet simplistic arrangements involves long-stem roses. Although...

An area rug can brighten up a dingy wood floor or provide a colorful pattern to help bring together contrasting elements in your decorating scheme. Area rugs can be expensive, though, and you may...

Finishing a hooked rug once the hooking is complete can sounds intimidating to many beginning rug-makers. A rug's edges, however, are the most vulnerable to wear and abuse. Without binding and...

Doing your own painting instead of hiring a professional is a great way to save money and have the satisfaction of beautifying your own home. You may be concerned, however, about protecting the...

Fillets are thin strips of plain or decorative molding attached to the inside edge of a picture mat opening. They're added to enhance the presentation of the matted art work that it borders. In...

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...

Painting a room can change the look. Color creates mood and atmosphere. The color yellow comes in many shades and can brighten a room, giving a sense of warmth and cheer. Test various shades in...

Painting a wall is a relatively quick, easy and inexpensive way to update the look and feel of a room. So it makes sense that painting a room is the most commonly undertaken do-it-yourself...

An easy no-sew solution to a fabric window treatment can be achieved with a board-mounted valance. This valance has versatility that allows you to change out the fabric at will, giving you a new...

Dubbed "America's Team", the Dallas Cowboys are the most valuable sports franchise in the United States according to Forbes Magazine. The Cowboys are one of the wealthiest teams in the NFL. The...

Wood paneling covers walls in many homes, old and new. Wood darkens and is less reflective over time. Valuing wood over paint or not knowing what to do with the paneling makes it difficult to...

For a contemporary, clean look for interior rooms, painting walls and molding the same color is a great way to go. The outcome will create a subtle and understated space that will allow...

There are two styles of Chinese fans, according to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the oval fan and the folding fan. Folding fans depict painted scenes on paper. The paper is then folded and...

If you are redecorating a girl's room and want to try something different, a striped paint technique is a simple way to add drama and interest. Using painter's tape, you can lay out a few simple...

Bathrooms are perfect rooms to experiment with color. They are small, so if you don't like the results, they can be redone easily. Guest baths, especially, seem to lend themselves to...

Custom-made bath towels can add a personal touch to your bathroom. Towels of a custom nature also make wonderful gifts for housewarmings or hostess gifts. With the wonderful array of commercially...

Interior designers love this painting trick because it creates a look of satin wallpaper without all the expense and the hassle of removing the paper later on. This technique works equally well...