For those who are on a tight budget but still want to give their home a facelift, here are some simple tips that will help you create a welcoming space. Rearrange your accessories – Rearranging what you already own is an easy way to refresh your space. Look at moving your frames, bookends and throw pillows to a new location. Add new fixtures and hardware – Bold lighting fixtures can be relatively cost-effective and create a significant...
Buying a sofa that suits your space, lifestyle and décor requires some research and planning. Here are some key areas to consider before investing in living room seating. Determine a mood – Usually living rooms are for relaxing and entertaining. Your main sofa should be your anchor point with a coffee table and accent chairs surrounding it. If you require additional seating invest in bean bags, floor cushions or a love seat. Sofa (material)...
Small living rooms need to right furniture to make them looked balanced and spacious. Here are some simple tips that will help you make the most of your small living room. Accentuate the room’s best features – Start off by listing the rooms assets and its focal point to understand what is the best feature in your living room. For example, if your living room gets a lot of light, look increasing the natural light by adding lighter...
Summary: When it comes to home renovation projects, let your potential contractors know how much you are willing to spend, break down the project into as many stages as possible, and maintain a good relationship with the contractor. Renovating your home can be a daunting project and one that you may feel you have little to no experience to handle. Therefore, most people will look at hiring a contractor. However, hiring the right contractor is...
Construction and turnaround services help businesses make large changes to their facilities and processes, helping a business function more effectively. Here are some areas that construction and turnaround services look into when managing renovation projects. Retaining machinery – If a company is renovating its facility, it will need to move its current machinery and keep it safe until the project is complete. The turnaround service will also...
Summary: The art of feng shui can create a type of inner peace that you’ve never experienced within a household before. In regards to architecture, feng shui can play a significant role in your interior space. The concept of feng shui revolves around keeping harmony and peace. If you’re looking to incorporate the soothing nature of this ancient Chinese philosophy into your home, then this guide will walk you through everything you need to...
Flexible polyurethane foam, also knowns as FPF, is a common material you will come across every day. It is the material that keeps the furniture in your house comfortable, it is in your carpets, and even in your car. According to the Foam Factory, Inc. it is perfect for custom DIY projects, ranging from a polyurethane foam mattress to boat cushions. Here are some more everyday uses for FPF: Furniture cushions Furniture requires foam that is...
Sprucing up your bedroom is a good way to increase the quality of your sleep and to provide you with a relaxing space to enjoy the end of a busy day. Here are some tips that will help you improve the overall look of your bedroom. Overcome the mess – Clearing out clutter is the first thing that should be on your list. Look at getting rid of old furniture, books, and clothes that you haven’t used in over a year. It is easier to keep a space...
Sometimes decorating your home can be costly and time-consuming. However, everyone loves to change their surroundings to achieve a fresh new look and feel in their home. Here are three ways to decorate your home using items you already own. Rearrange – Rearranging your space is a great way to make your space look different. Start off by splitting your sectional and placing some parts opposite a wall or change the location of your side tables....
Written by Foam Factory, Inc. The concept of sound proofing seems simple enough. Once you get into the details, it does start to get a little complicated. There are different products at various price points for each component of the room. It is not as simple as just putting some sound deadening foam. The entire process needs to be carefully thought out and executed to ensure that no sound gets in or out. First, there is a common misconception...
