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Coming Clean On The Latest In Showerheads
A simple upgrade of your shower can lead to greater enjoyment of one of life’s simple pleasures and daily routines.
Jun 4, 2008, 21:36

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Five Decorative Tips for a Greener Home
Creating a green home usually means you are looking to make your living environment more efficient and environmentally friendly. However, this doesn't mean you have to sacrifice great style to get the look.
Feb 23, 2008, 22:49

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Techorate Your Home With Six Simple Tips
New homeowners and those revamping their homes often find fusing technology and decorating to be a challenge. A recent survey found that more than 70 percent of Americans are unsure of how to integrate technology into their home decor, or "techorate," as LG Electronics has dubbed this marriage of modern technology with interior design and decor.
Feb 21, 2008, 20:22

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Create An Affordable Spa-Like Sanctuary In Your Own Bath
Taking your color cues from nature can help create a soothing environment. You can turn your bathroom into a spa experience with just a few simple changes to your already existing decor.
Jan 3, 2008, 20:15

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Going Digital: The New Way To Bring Art Home
)-"The art of making art," wrote Stephen Sondheim, "is putting it together." And for artists and designers today, putting it together often involves digital imaging techniques and terms like dpi, inkjet, quadtones and vaporization. These are all part of the technique known as digital art.
Jan 2, 2008, 22:02

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Loft Living In The Suburbs
Things are looking up for the "urban loft," a popular contemporary style that isn't only for city dwellers anymore. New urbanism is a trend that continues to grow in popularity even in the middle of the suburbs and in retirement communities often found in rural areas such as Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Dec 19, 2007, 00:42

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Easily Add Coziness into Any Room with Electric Fireplaces
Relaxing comfortably in front of the fireplace is a time-honored way to spend a crisp autumn evening or a blustery winter day at home with the family. But that idyllic setting may not be realistic for those in condos, apartments or rooms within the home not accessible to chimney systems – until now.
Nov 23, 2007, 00:30

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Reclaimed Wood Floors Go Extreme Rescued from Guinness Vats or Ancient Chinese Temples, Historic Woods Find New Life
The reclaimed wood movement has been building momentum for years, and now it’s gone “extreme.” Once, old barns and dilapidated factories served as primary sources for reclaimed woods. Now, flooring manufacturers are ranging farther afield – in distance and time – to find exotic and exciting sources of wood.
Nov 18, 2007, 20:56

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Picture The Perfect Framing Job
Your child's first finger painting...A panoramic snapshot from your dream vacation to Paris...Your parents' wedding photo...A limited-edition print from an art fair...Many of life's memories and milestones are captured in images, but-surprisingly -most people have at least one item still waiting to be framed and displayed.
Nov 6, 2007, 01:12

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Holiday Door Decor Made Easy
When it comes to holiday door decor, ’tis the season to go all-natural.
Oct 28, 2007, 11:56

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Feng Shui for Kids Rooms
For years, people have been rearranging their furniture, re-painting their walls and removing clutter in the hopes of changing their life through Feng Shui.
Oct 18, 2007, 21:06

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Empty Nesters Rediscover And Redecorate Their Homes
Once the kids are off to college, empty nesters may fall in love all over again-with their own homes.
Sep 9, 2007, 22:22

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More Homeowners 'Looking Up,' Realizing Potential Of The Ceiling
When consumers think remodeling, traditionally, the focus is on kitchens, bathrooms, siding and windows. But a recent homeowner survey by the Meredith Corporation found that more consumers are considering the design potential of the ceiling.
Sep 5, 2007, 22:18

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Easy Ideas for Bringing the Beauty of Fall Into Your Home
Bringing the look, feel and fragrances of fall into your home doesn’t have to mean hiring a decorator or going on an accessory buying frenzy at your local home design store.
Aug 20, 2007, 00:22

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Style With a Conscience
Functional used to be the best word to describe “green” home design and décor. But, luckily, “green” has been undergoing a glamorous transformation. With more demand for environmentally-friendly products, designers and manufacturers are introducing upscale and luxurious options that prove stylish and “good for the earth” can go hand in hand.
Aug 6, 2007, 23:30

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Top 10 Tips For Wonderful Windows
Take a look at the Top 10 "Dos and Don't's" for exquisite windows courtesy of Mary Dobson, spokesperson for industry leader, Levolor.
Apr 29, 2007, 11:58

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What's Hot in the Home for 2007?
Lovely to look at, and good for the planet. Eco Chic styling combines Asian serenity with natural materials and natural light filtered through Levolor cellular blinds. What's popular one year becomes old hat next year. In fashion, in movies, in food, in music and, of course, in home decor. As a decorator and home economist and frequent guest on Citytv's CityLine, I need to keep up to date with the trends.
Apr 29, 2007, 10:56

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Dress Up Your Windows With the Warmth of Wood
Sophisticated, in a not-so-simple black and white room. Custom wood binds and chic hardware in ebony finish, layered with Levolor ready-made drapes, are an integral part of the look. Wood is good for you. It's especially good in a room interior, because it's warm, it's welcoming, it's natural, and it has a unique ability - it reminds us of times past while being completely up-to-date.
Apr 29, 2007, 10:51

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Tile Inspired by Nature How to Get the Look and Feel of Stone and Wood with the Benefits of Ceramic
With the growing attention to sustainable building, allergies and the fast pace of life, ceramic tile can offer the look and feel of stone and wood without all of the concern. Stone and wood inspired ceramic tile is ideal for those who want the aesthetics and charm of the natural element but also want the ease of care, durability, long life and germ resistance that tile offers. Why choose ceramic tile? It’s one of the most hygienic materials on the market, is durable and easy to maintain. Ceramic tiles are made from chemically inert materials that inhibit the growth of mold, mildew, fungus and other organisms.
Sep 24, 2006, 20:13

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Cool, Crisp and Clean: White Bathrooms are White Hot
Popular since the early 20th century, the white-on-white bathroom is making a come back in the world of design. What was once thought of as stark and institutional is now white hot. Although whites may look similar to the naked eye, it's the subtle variations in each shade that change the look and feel of your room.
Jun 11, 2006, 00:45

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Décor Trends: Add style and energy with today's vibrant colours
When it comes to today's vivid colours for your décor, it's all or nothing. According to the latest colour trends bright and bold seem to be the theme of the latest palette of lively colours. One of the colour trends of Sico Paints' diversified colour palette is called Energy, which showcases colours that will raise the vitality of any room.
Jun 10, 2006, 23:47

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Put Patterns in Your Décor with Today’s Easy Wallpaper
Suddenly patterns are everywhere you look. Big, bold flowers on this season’s skirts, eye-popping patterns in catalogs, magazines and store displays all can put you in the mood to add some pattern to your life. Wallpaper is one fun way to get the look, and get it now. If “fun” is not a word you associate with wallpaper, think again. Wallpaper is no longer those 1940s itty-bitty prints that made a sticky mess when you put them up or took them down.
May 7, 2006, 12:38

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A New Dimension in Home Elegance
The trend in decorating rooms today is to add architectural details that give a new dimension to any space. Crown moulding, chandelier medallions, chair rails and wall niches are just a few examples of the types of details today’s homeowners are adding to their rooms to differentiate them from the ordinary.
May 7, 2006, 12:16

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Create an Art Gallery in Your Home
Summer parties mean more people viewing your décor and less time for you to spend on decorating your house. Creating an art gallery in your home is a great way to achieve high impact with modest effort. Your art selections will tell your guests a lot about your personal style. Plus, a home art gallery is easily changeable to suit the season, a special occasion or your mood.
May 3, 2006, 23:20

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Turn Your Home into a Sanctuary
There really is no place like home. When the day’s hectic business is done, home should be our retreat, the place where we can decompress, relax and recuperate. But houses packed with stuff, or decorated (and constantly redecorated) to follow the next hot trend, can add to stress rather than relieve it. Turning your home into a sanctuary doesn’t require an expensive redesign. Here are five low- or no-cost ways to make your home a relaxing refuge.
May 3, 2006, 23:00

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Warm Up Any Room with a Fireplace
What’s hot for your home? A second fireplace installed anywhere in the house. Traditionally, homes have been built with one wood-burning fireplace in the living or family room.
Mar 20, 2006, 22:57

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Creative, Inexpensive Decorating Tips Help Spring New Life into Your Home
Ah, spring, it’s almost time to let your hair down, step outside, breathe in the fresh air and have some good old-fashioned fun. Or, in some cases, it may be time to start your spring home decorating projects. The promise of the warm weather and longer days has the tendency to make almost all of us want to spruce up our homes with updated décor.
Mar 1, 2006, 17:21

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Easy-on, Easy-off Wallpaper is Hottest New Trend
Want to change the look of your living room or update your kitchen with new wall coverings but aren’t sure you can do it yourself? Think again. Home improvement projects are getting a lot simpler thanks to new easy-to-install, easy-to-remove products. “In the past, the perception of wallpaper has been that it’s difficult to install and nearly impossible to remove,” says Tim Quinn, president of Chesapeake Wallcoverings.
Mar 1, 2006, 17:15

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Trading Up: Small Details Create Spring Havens
It’s that time of year again when you might feel the urge to purge – otherwise known as spring cleaning. But think twice before trading in some of your home décor items – instead, trade them up. By adding small details to what you already have, you can achieve a chic and rejuvenated look for spring.
Feb 26, 2006, 17:33

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Recipe For Cooking Up A Colorful New Room
For many, choosing the right colors for the ceiling, trim and walls when painting a room for the first time can be a daunting household task. But, just like learning how to cook a great meal, creating the perfect room can be achieved with the right ingredients and a good recipe.
"Spicing up the home with color is a great way to brighten the indoors-but the actual color selection process often can be quite overwhelming," said Barbara Richardson, director of color marketing for ICI Paints and a licensed interior designer.

Feb 19, 2006, 23:32

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Hot Spring Trend: Bringing the Indoors Out
Bringing the indoors out is the hottest trend in outdoor living this spring. “Outdoor rooms” that emphasize high-end design as well as function are replacing traditional sparely furnished patios and decks. “Creating an outdoor room is a great way to expand your home’s living space without the cost of an addition,” says Larry Bedosky, director of marketing for Durasol Awnings and an expert on outdoor design.
Feb 19, 2006, 02:09

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Paint Color: Can It Really Uncover Your Inner Personality?
Do you daydream about a fuchsia family room? Or, maybe you just can’t decide what color to paint your bathroom -- green or gray? One of the most important things to remember about decorating with paint is that it really isn’t about decorating at all. It’s about creating a comfortable home environment that accurately reflects who you truly are, a place where you feel relaxed, nurtured and protected.
Feb 2, 2006, 22:11

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Make Your Home a Work of Art
Your home is an expression of you and it’s your haven from the hustle and bustle of today’s fast-paced world. That’s why it’s not a surprise the results of a homeowner survey found 45 percent said they would change the look of a room at least once a year if they could do so simply and affordably. By some accounts, women can make up to 85 percent of home buying decisions, and often seek functional, usable spaces in their kitchens and cozy bathrooms that provide a touch of affordable luxury.
Feb 2, 2006, 22:03

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Outdoor Painting Prep Made Easier
Painting a home’s exterior is a big project, but one that pays off in curb appeal as well as protection for your home. Having the right tools can make the job easier, faster and produce more professional-looking results.
The first and most tedious step in painting your home is to get rid of loose or flaking paint and prepare a smooth surface for the fresh paint. A new innovative tool from Wagner Spray Tech and abrasive partner 3M helps make quick work of this process.

Jan 26, 2006, 22:36

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Wide Plank Floors and Radiant Heat – a Great Combination
Wide plank floors are prized for their weathered patina and the sense of history and character that they add to a room. Among the many attributes of wide plank floors is the fact that they can be used with radiant heat.
If you have questions about using radiant heat with the floors in your home, contact an expert. Don Carlisle, president of Carlisle Wide Plank Floors of Stoddard, N.H., gets this question frequently.

Jan 26, 2006, 22:32

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What’s Hot in Home Decor For 2006
For months, industry experts have kept a close barometer on the fashion world, trade shows and other key indicators to help forecast home decor trends for the coming year. And the weather report is in. Within a prevailing climate of personalization, the outlook is both spirited and sassy, serene and stylish. The color palette will truly be across the rainbow. Chinese red, barn red and watermelon red will make a bold statement, and orange will literally be on fire with hues ranging from butternut and apricot to blood orange-red. Pale, vivid and inky purples will start closing in on the still-popular pinks, and rich chocolate brown will retain its distinction as the “new black” - pairing especially well with robin’s egg blue.
Jan 26, 2006, 22:31

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How to Create a Harvest-style Centerpiece
If you are looking for a unique way to impress your family and friends this season, try carving a butternut squash into a bewitching harvest-style centerpiece. It makes a great addition to any autumn table.
Here’s how it’s done according to Julie McCann Mulligan, author of “A Year Full of Flowers” and floral expert for 1-800-FLOWERS.COM:

Dec 4, 2005, 00:38

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21st Century Kitchen-The Latest Innovations And Trends
As the hub of the household, today's kitchen is in a state of constant evolution. New trends, materials and technology are always being introduced and each is more exciting and innovative than the last. Because savvy homeowners want to stay educated concerning what's available, Wilsonart Laminate, the leading manufacturer of decorative surfaces, has gathered a sampling of some of the most popular innovations to hit the market recently.
Oct 18, 2005, 23:55

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How To Keep Your Cut Flowers Fresher Longer
Fresh-cut flowers brighten the home, help celebrate important occasions and make entertaining simply beautiful. If only they would last longer. Surprisingly, with a few simple tips you can double or even triple the amount of time to enjoy your flowers, according to the California Cut Flower Commission.
Oct 16, 2005, 22:33

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Flowers Can Be A Focal Point In The Home
When we think of fresh flowers, we tend to think of weddings, funerals, anniversaries, holidays or getting out of the doghouse. Having fresh flowers, though, can be a wonderful everyday pleasure in many environments and should not be reserved for only special occasions.
In a typical week, 77 percent of European households will buy fresh flowers, compared to only 17 percent of U.S. households.

Oct 16, 2005, 22:06

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Home Decorating Begins At the Front Door
The holiday season is the time most people open their doors to visitors. Therefore, it's the perfect incentive to spruce up your home. For starters, take a look at your entry doors. When adorned with a festive wreath, will your front door impress your visitors?
Sep 27, 2005, 22:47

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How to Make Your Home More Comfortable
Today's technology makes homes more comfortable than ever. They have automatic lighting, energy efficient appliances and huge, comfortable furniture. But one area seems to be overlooked in many homes: air conditioning and heating. A typical home doesn't have just one water faucet or one light switch. So, why does the typical home only have one thermostat?
Sep 20, 2005, 22:36

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Three Tips for Designing With Light
The use of light is an integral element in art, architecture and design. It has the power to dramatically change the look and feel of everything, from a sculpture to a family room or even a hallway. Incorporating lighting elements into a home can alter the ambiance from clean and modern to warm and rustic, creating specific moods and enhancing colors and textures.
Sep 18, 2005, 18:11

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Home Decorating Tips: How to Incorporate “Scenterior” Design into your Home
With home renovation and redecorating at an all-time high, this year people are discovering that sight is not the only important sense when it comes to home design. Scent plays a key role in expressing style and creating ambiance and is at the forefront of design trends with innovations such as new scented oil candles
Sep 17, 2005, 22:03

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Tips for Designing a Home Gym
Once upon a time, the term “home gym” meant a treadmill taking up valuable space in your bedroom. But times have changed, and more and more homes now boast state-of-the-art home gyms that include a variety of equipment you might expect to find at your local fitness center. And while people are investing in the latest exercise machines, such as elliptical trainers and weight lifting systems, they’re also devoting more thought to the design and decorating of their gym space.
Sep 17, 2005, 21:55

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Deck the Halls and the Sunroom Too
Temperatures are finally starting to cool off and the first flakes have already taken flight in some northern cities. If you haven’t started putting up your holiday decorations yet, now’s the time to come up with a plan.
A good place to start is by deciding where to set up the tree this year. If you want to follow tradition, choose the most popular room in the house. For Kathleen Matthews of Ambler, Pa., a suburb of Philadelphia, that’s not the living room, family room, or kitchen but the sunroom.

Sep 17, 2005, 17:06

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Green is the New Black: Seven Environmentally Friendly Painting Tips for Your Home this Winter
If you plan to paint your home’s interior this winter, make sure the experience is a safe one. “Many people forget or simply aren’t aware of important preparations or products when it comes to painting their homes,” says Ed Waller, founder of CertaPro Painters. “By taking extra measures to ensure the process is done correctly you can ensure an environmentally safe experience while painting.”
Sep 17, 2005, 16:57

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Wallpaper that Kids Can Make Their Own…No Kidding! Personalized Wallpaper for the Pint-Sized
Mural, mural on the wall -- Mine’s the coolest room of all!” Want to guarantee your kids will say that? Let them personalize their space (don’t worry; you’ll love it too).
Your local wallpaper store is bursting with clever new concepts for kids, like themed wall murals with your child’s name, posters, cut-outs, wall appliqués, growth charts, and borders from NASCAR, Major League Baseball, National Football League and Sesame Street. Whether you’re raising a Little Leaguer or a pint-sized princess, you can surround your little ones with their very favorite things.

Sep 17, 2005, 16:54

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Wardrobing Your Home A unique and accessible approach to home styling
What do embroidery, sequins, layering, and texture have in common? They all describe the hottest trends in women’s fashions and home décor. As the parallel between fashion and home décor narrows, consumers are buying throw pillows the same way they buy shoes -- acquiring distinctive pieces that update what they already have to create a fresh look without spending a lot of money.
Befitting this trend, home lifestyle expert Susie Coelho recently launched Susie Coelho Style -- a line of stylish home basics and décor exclusively at Mervyns.

Sep 15, 2005, 23:29

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Simple Faux Painting Techniques Add a Relaxing Feel to Bed and Bath
With the hectic lives we all lead, many of us are looking to add some relaxation time to our schedules. We spend money on resorts and exclusive spas, but what about adding a little more relaxation into your home? According to Donna Schroeder, color specialist with Dutch Boy paints, using the latest faux techniques and colors such as watery blues and pale greens will help turn your own bathroom and bedroom into a haven of relaxation.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:19

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The Beauty of this Floor Isn’t Only Skin-Deep
A lot of floors look good – but as your mother always told you, looks aren’t everything. A floor should also be comfortable to walk and sit on, easy to care for, simple to install and durable. In short, it should appeal to all your senses.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:17

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Glass Block Provides Homes with Timeless Beauty
Homeowners are constantly on the lookout for new ways to modernize the style of their homes. New trends always incorporate the latest must-have products, but with time every trend becomes dated. Unlike home remodeling projects that often require updating, like replacing unfashionable wallpaper or pink and turquoise ceramic tiles, glass block serves as a decorative feature that provides endless value and never goes out of style. Unlike acrylic block, real glass block maintains its timeless and artistic reputation in any room.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:15

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Transform Your Living Spaces in One Weekend
When was the last time you updated the look of your living room? Does the bedroom décor make you yawn? Maybe the family room looks like it hasn’t been changed since they were called “dens.” If you have a room that needs a freshening -- not a complete remodel -- you’re in luck. These days it can be fast, easy and fairly inexpensive to add decorator touches, without hiring an army of professionals.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:13

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Give Your Home an Italian Flair
For decades, Italy has inspired us: the rolling hillsides of Tuscany, the history of Rome, the artistic masterpieces of Florence. Incorporating the colors, textures and beauty of Italy into your own home can bring a touch of “la dolce vita” into daily life. The warm stone and intricate mosaics of Italy’s ancient cities work surprising well for today’s families.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:11

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Decorative Moldings Add Affordable Elegance to Any Cabinetry Design
As homeowners continue to embrace the kitchen as the new living room, comforts like plush chairs and furniture-like accents are making their way into this once sparse, utilitarian space. Now, designers and homeowners alike are turning to decorative moldings to further accent this trend and personalize their home. Cabinetry moldings lend architectural interest and are an easy and affordable way to customize your space.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:09

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Innovation Makes Kitchens Convenient, Functional and Stylish
The kitchen has become the center of the action in today’s home. It’s used for everything from entertaining to doing homework. Oh, and cooking, too. The amenities found in the kitchen reflect this multi-tasking. You’re likely to find a computer and a television in the room in addition to more traditional appliances.
Sep 15, 2005, 01:07

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Update Your Kitchen with Stainless Steel Hardware
So you took the plunge and have a new stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, range or countertop in your kitchen. Its cool, sleek look provides a centerpiece for one of the most-used rooms in the house, but don’t overlook the details.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:59

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Designing the Gourmet Kitchen -- From the Inside, Out
Gourmet cooking and entertaining can be frustrating, even for the seasoned cook. With guests now congregating in the kitchen while the meal is being prepared, fumbling around in the back of your cabinets for that long lost spice jar, gadget or serving tray can turn cooking into a chore.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:54

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Beyond Fads: 5 Trends in Kitchen Design That Are Here to Stay
We’ve all seen them…the decorating TV shows that trumpet the latest high fashion trends in kitchens -- from glass countertops to microwaves that double as flat screen televisions. It’s easy to get caught up in the hype for the latest high-priced item, but what trends are worth your attention and investment? While industry experts often disagree on style issues, they all agree on one thing: the trend of bigger, more open, more important kitchens in the U.S. is here to stay.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:52

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Choosing Custom Cabinetry for the Kitchen of your Dreams
Kitchen cabinets are the most visible and used part of any kitchen. They represent your largest kitchen investment and are probably the most confusing of all the decisions you’ll make for a new kitchen. So, before you take the leap, do your homework. “Keep a file with pictures from magazines of designs and features you like, go to showrooms and talk to certified kitchen designers. The more you know, the easier the decisions will be,” says Vince Achey, vice president of sales and marketing for Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:47

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Polywood Shutters: A Beautiful Year-round Solution for Seasonal Energy Conservation
Winterizing your home to save on energy bills does not always have to be a seasonal hassle, or one that is repeated year after year. An important way to start preparing for winter weather is to properly insulate your windows, a common escape route for warm air inside your house.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:44

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Choosing a Paint Color for Your Home Got You Seeing Red?
Finding the perfect color to paint a room can be a challenge for even the most accomplished do-it-yourselfer. After staring at 100 color swatches of what appears to be the same shade of red, it’s no surprise that many people feel overwhelmed! To help take the stress out of choosing a color, True Value developed Color Made Simple, which provides the tools needed to make color selection a snap.
Designer, paint expert, author and host of the popular public television series “Paint! Paint! Paint!” Sloan Payne-Rutter says, “I get comments every day from people expressing how daunting it is to choose colors for their paint projects.

Sep 15, 2005, 00:42

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(Why) Not Your Mother’s Wallpaper?
One of the more exciting trends today in interior design is mid 20 century modern, but, retro with a twist. Modification of this motif is necessary because today’s new homes are, according to The National Association of Homebuilders, more than twice as large as they were in the 1950s, and 50 percent larger than they were in the 1970s.
Modern houses call for open floor plans with the spaces flowing into one another, instead of having smaller, separate rooms. The standard eight-foot ceiling has been raised to nine, ten, often, twelve feet. This is true even in the “traditional” style home that most buyers prefer. Kitchens are open to family rooms or breakfast rooms or homework/computer areas. Bedrooms flow to sitting areas or dressing rooms, even mini breakfast bars. Bathrooms may have his and her compartments, dressing or exercise areas.

Sep 15, 2005, 00:35

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How a Designer Can Help Make Your Home Work Better
To look at most decorating magazines and television shows, you would think that rooms are meant to be seen and not used. In fact, often the picture you see is not how the room looks most of the time. The contents have been rearranged, possibly even enhanced, to improve the composition of the picture. Once the photographer or cameraman has gone, the room will be changed back to the way the interior designer envisioned it, as a place for people to use and enjoy. After all, the real test of a well designed room is not whether it is photogenic, but whether it works as it was intended for the people who live there.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:33

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Today’s Laminate Flooring -- Long on Style, Short on Installation and Maintenance
Today’s homeowners want it all -- the time-tested beauty of natural finishes as well as easy installation, exceptional durability and low maintenance. Laminate flooring is an ideal flooring solution, uniquely engineered to offer “it all” for busy, design-savvy families.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:30

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Budget Baths with Beautiful Results Celebrity Designer Provides Tips to Update Your Bathroom on a $5,000 Budget
While you may envision your ideal bathroom with a sunken tub, steam shower and marble floors, many homeowners don’t have the budget for these dream rooms. However, a modest budget doesn’t mean you can’t create a bathroom that is stylish, updated and enjoyable.
No matter what your budget, there are many things you can do to add design and style to your bathroom. Celebrity designer, Vern Yip, offers a few ideas for ways you can add these elements while still following a $5,000 budget:

Sep 15, 2005, 00:27

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A Harvest Menu that Serves the Season Wines Add Flavor, Heart and Soul to Autumn Entertaining
Summer is over and the days are getting shorter. Say goodbye to hot summer nights and hello to autumn dinner parties. Fall brings crisp air, falling leaves and gatherings of family and friends. It’s time to cozy up to the fireplace and set the dinner table with hearty comfort foods and harvest centerpieces. Autumn welcomes the harvest moon and delicious fall recipes: sweet potatoes and yams, green leafy vegetables like kale and chard, pork chops, ham, roasted chicken and pumpkin and apple pies.
Sep 12, 2005, 22:47

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Tailor Your Home this Fall Home Décor takes a Cue from Menswear
If you’re looking for the latest trend in home design, take a look around the men’s department next time you’re at the mall. “Menswear trends are making the transition to home styles this year,” says Chris Tennyson, director of visual merchandising for Bombay.
Classic, masculine looks bring a very clean, traditional style to the home. “This trend incorporates bigger, more substantial furniture pieces as well as new finishes like dark black rubbed surfaces,” says Tennyson.

Sep 12, 2005, 22:41

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Color Your Home with the Feeling of Fall Cool Decorating Trends Inspired by the Colorful Season
As the air becomes crisp and summer fun gives way to indoor activities, it’s time to make your home look as warm and inviting as possible. Fall is just around the corner, and the hottest new home decorating trends are reflecting the colorful changing landscape.
According to Peggy Van Allen, color specialist for Pratt & Lambert Paints, the new trends are easy to incorporate into existing design schemes.

Sep 12, 2005, 22:39

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How to Welcome Friends and Influence Neighbors
Ever wonder what’s the secret to a warm, welcoming entry way? Wonder no more. Use these design tips from notable experts to best package your front door for a first impression that not only says welcome, but wow!
Noted home and style designer Stephen Saint-Onge says the entry door is a major first impression for the rest of the home. “The front door gives a lasting impression of the space,” says Saint-Onge. “Doors draw you in, they guide you and they frame the spaces you enter into.

Sep 12, 2005, 22:36

Decorating
Looking to Dress up the Fireplace? Just Add Jewelry!
The little black dress has always been a wardrobe basic, but jewelry adds the sparkle. At home, a few well-placed accessories can dress up a basic fireplace too.
According to a 2004 consumer survey conducted by the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA), homeowners with a gas or wood-burning fireplace consider it a major design feature, with many describing it as an architectural element. But now it’s time to play dress up!

Sep 12, 2005, 22:34

Decorating
Fireplaces are a Focal Point – Indoors and Outside
Even though fireplaces have long since been replaced as the main source of heat in today’s home, they are still one of the most popular options in existing homes and new construction. Fireplaces have even moved out of the home into the backyard. With the trend toward outdoor kitchens and entertaining areas, fireplaces aren’t just for the living room any more. In addition to a cozy way to take the chill off the evening while enjoying an outdoor get together, they are being used as pizza or tandoori ovens outside.
Sep 12, 2005, 22:32

Decorating
From Gloom to Glow: Seven Secrets to Shopping for Lighting
The secret is out -- lighting is the single most important element in decorating, dramatically improving the look and feel of any room. But with so many options out there, finding that right light may be a little easier said than done. Chances are, you’ve probably wondered, do I have the right sized fixture? How do I install it? How low do I hang it? Will it be too bright or just right?
No question about it, shopping for lighting can be an overwhelming and frustrating experience, and if you start the process before doing your homework, you’ll quickly find yourself in the dark. The good news is, whether you’re giving an old space a makeover or putting the finishing touches on a new one, there are a few simple tricks that can take interior gloom to glow without giving you a major headache.

Sep 12, 2005, 22:29

Decorating
Sconces Set Latest Trend in Sophistication, Style
The latest look in decorative lighting has hit the wall. Sconces, light fixtures attached to the wall halfway between the floor and ceiling, get thumbs-up approval for adding sophistication to a space.
Sep 12, 2005, 22:27

Decorating
There’s a Big Payoff When You Get Your Kids Involved in Decorating Decisions
When they were babies you could get away with pretty much any decorating scheme you wanted in your son or daughter’s room. Maybe you had fish and duckies on the walls or baby animals and ABCs. The look probably worked when your child was a toddler too, but once they’re in preschool it’s time to make a change.
Sep 12, 2005, 22:25

Decorating
Flowers Add Inspiration for Fall Home Decorating
Fall is a time of year when color is all around us. Leaves are turning yellow, orange, red and crimson; the grass is fading from brilliant green to varying shades of yellow, orange and brown; and bright orange pumpkins and cornucopias abound. Let nature’s palate serve as an inspiration for your fall home decorating by bringing a taste of the outdoors in.
Sep 12, 2005, 22:22

Decorating
Adaptable Cube Designs Let Consumers Create Individual Decorating Solutions
Today's most versatile home decor problem solver may be the basic cube. A variety of cube-based furnishing elements offers flexible decorating solutions for every area of the house or apartment. "Today's consumers are more self-confident than ever before, with a keen sense of their individual needs," says designer Doug Krieger of Sauder. "Many want furniture options that allow them to create their own answers to unique decorating dilemmas."
Sep 8, 2005, 17:00

Decorating
What's Cooking In Kitchen Trends?
Cooking up a new kitchen design for your home is a lot easier when you combine aesthetics with your practical needs. Here's a mini-primer of the top kitchen trends based on information from the experts. With more than 200 designs and a nearly unlimited number of patterns, colors and finishes, Wilsonart's laminate provides options that other materials can't.
Sep 8, 2005, 16:31

Decorating
Design Is In The Detail
God is in the details," legendary twentieth century architect Mies van der Rohe said. The minimal interiors he created were unforgiving in that any small mistake is apparent. But even in less minimal interiors savvy designers know that details count. Peter Fallico, a contemporary interior designer and TV personality, believes that it's the details that give depth and interest to interiors. Quality and fine craftsmanship provide the bones of good decoration.
Sep 8, 2005, 16:27

Decorating
Special Effects Paints Add "Wow" To Walls
Special effects are not limited to action films or CD tracks. Decorating has its own arsenal for adding fun, finesse and flourish to a space, including some of the latest innovations in interior wall paints. Combine one of these exclusive coatings with an artful technique and it's certain to add wow to any wall. For instance, intriguing glaze effects, lustrous metallic looks, highly tactile textures and other extraordinary surfaces can be created with a new series of products from Benjamin Moore Paints.
Sep 8, 2005, 14:57

Decorating
Meeting The Challenges Of Settling In: Decorating Tips To Jumpstart A New Home's Cozy, Lived-In Look
Americans are on the move as never before, with the housing market on track to post a record year in home sales, according to the National Association of Realtors.
"Today's home buyers are a diverse group, but they share the desire to settle in quickly after a move and create a family-based home center with an inviting, lived-in quality," says designer Doug Krieger from Sauder.

Sep 7, 2005, 18:49

Decorating
The importance of Bedroom Design in a Home Decoration Project.
A home is a place where we live, spend most of our lives,
with family members and our loved ones. A bedroom design project includes a careful study of the surrounding of the entire home. When an architect plans a home, he takes into consideration many parameters for the location of various spaces. Lets take an example of the bedroom itself.

Sep 3, 2005, 22:55

Decorating
Furniture 101: Feathering Your First Nest
Whether it’s realizing long-held dreams, an added sense of permanence or the purchasing power of two incomes, marriage confers increased significance on the purchasing of furniture.
Feathering your nest is one of the biggest steps a new couple will take -- one that involves not just a meshing of tastes, but also learning to make mutual decisions and enduring choices. By following a few easy steps, you can set your new nest on a solid foundation, preserve the fun and satisfaction of dreaming together and enjoy lasting tangible and emotional rewards.

Sep 1, 2005, 01:03

Decorating
Sunshades: Naturally Made for the Shade
Creating outdoor living spaces has been one of the hottest home improvement trends these past few years. Turning the deck into an outdoor space with all the sophistication, look and feel of the room inside provides the necessary sanctuary when escaping to the comforts of the backyard.
However a new twist on this popular trend not only has people moving outwards, but upwards too. As temperatures rise, glare and heat can deter backyard worshipers inside on summer afternoons. For that reason, many are incorporating Western Red Cedar sun-filtering structures atop outdoor living spaces.

Sep 1, 2005, 00:40

Decorating
Expert Tips for Instant Outdoor Style
Whether you are looking to create an outdoor retreat or just want a great place to entertain this summer, there are a few things you can do to achieve instant outdoor style. Adding accents like a wall fountain, clustering planters near an outdoor bench or even adding chic new cushions to your porch swing will help to update last year’s look.
But where do you start? Outdoor living magazine gurus Samantha Thorpe of “Cottage Gardens” magazine and Susan Appleget-Hurst, of “Better Homes & Gardens” magazine share five fail-proof design tips that will instantly brighten any outdoor living space.

Sep 1, 2005, 00:28

Decorating
Homeowners Are Taking It Outside Remodeling the Outdoors with Kitchens and Living Rooms
inging phones and Blackberrys, refrigerators that tell you when you’re out of milk, mobile offices – we’re relentlessly bombarded with technology and work! Not just our own, but it seems we are unwittingly included in the guy-next-door’s conversation too. It’s no wonder we’re constantly looking for an escape with family and friends. Americans are rediscovering their homes and finding they have an escape right in their own backyard. After all, they already have the property, they’ve spent hours making their garden a show place and all of their friends know the address. Homeowners are taking their passion for remodeling outside and turning patios into retreats, virtual mini resorts right at home. Though enjoying the backyard isn’t a new idea, we’re taking it to a higher level. Just about five years ago the average backyard entertainment area consisted of a simple grill and picnic table, now we’re looking at the outside with a more discriminating eye.
Sep 1, 2005, 00:19

Decorating
1950s Design Grows Up to Meet the Needs of Today’s Families
In the middle of the last century, American homes enjoyed a rise in design and technology. Modern conveniences such as televisions, dishwashers and small appliances found their way into every home. And the same bright colors and chrome finishes found on the highway in American classics such as the candy-colored Ford Thunderbird and the chrome Harley-Davidson motorcycle brought a sense of fun and optimism into the kitchen. At the same time housewives began to expand their repertoire from meat-and-potato basics to world cuisine.
The mid-20th century also marks the time that Thermador created the first built-in wall oven, an entirely new design that had a lasting impact in kitchen design and cooking. Introduced in 1955, this radical notion allowed flexibility in kitchen design since wall ovens could be placed on practically any wall, anywhere in the kitchen. Consumers formerly bound to the traditional kitchen design of a stove top range were able to experience more open kitchen floor plans giving them countless options for individualizing their kitchens. Ahead of its time ergonomically, the wall ovens also meant no more stooping or bending to check on meals or remove heavy pans.

Aug 29, 2005, 13:16

Decorating
A Quick Course In Dorm Room Decorating
Part of the fun of starting a new school year is decorating a new living space. Whether it's a dorm room or moving into a first apartment, students want their space to be stylish and to reflect their personality-but doing so on a student's budget isn't always easy. Fortunately, there are resources that can help students-and parents-tackle this challenge.
Aug 20, 2005, 22:56

Decorating
Peace and Quiet ... in the Bathroom!
If the trend in upgrading the bathroom to a bigger more tranquil area continues, it won’t be long before high-end bathrooms replace formal dining rooms. Options abound for the bath including steam saunas, air bath therapy, tubs with lighting and fragrances and sinks and toilets at every price level. To maintain that tranquility, powerful, super quiet exhaust fans that homeowners actually enjoy (rather than disconnecting) are being used. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company based in Secaucus, N. J., markets a broad line of super-quiet, energy efficient advanced ventilation fans.
Aug 20, 2005, 15:37



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