Pendant lighting ideas for kitchens, islands and dining rooms One of the easiest ways to add a new flair or finishing touch your kitchen or dining room decor is to add pendant lights. They are a real signature piece that can define a room and light it up at the same time. Pendant lights can […]
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When it comes to painting trim and base molding, which is the whitest white to use? Did you know that both Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams both have over 100 shades of white? In fact, I think it’s over 150! Pretty crazy, right? I know, it makes things tricky for when you’re trying to find
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Black and white stenciled and mosaic tiles for a modern farmhouse styled bathroom and a classic vintage look These stenciled black and white tiles are so eye catching. In fact, some are mesmerizing. These tiles are stylish as they’re both retro and contemporary at the same time. I know, it sounds like a contradiction, but
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Farmhouse style flooring for an authentic and stunning look Recently, I wrote an article on farmhouse style paint shades which has been extremely popular on pinterest, so I figured I’d also write a companion piece on farmhouse floors, as floors and walls need to be coordinated together. The farmhouse style craze has taken the world
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Sliding barn doors for farmhouse style decor If you’re into farmhouse decor, then you know how super stylish sliding barn doors have become. They really add a dramatic finishing touch for a genuine farmhouse style look. One of the things that’s cool about sliding farmhouse doors is that they can be used in many areas
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Sell your house faster with these simple and affordable Do-it-Yourself projects Are you planning to put your house on the market this spring? Here are 7 easy DIY projects that will enable you to sell your house faster…and most likely at a higher value, too. The good news is that they are pretty easy to
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The most common mistakes people make when DIY painting their walls Painting can make a big difference in how your home looks and it’s one of the least expensive home improvement projects that you can do. It can save you a lot of money if you can do it yourself. (And, it’s one of the
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How to use paint testers the right way, so you can find the best shade for your walls I always recommend that my customers test the paint colors on their walls before committing to the color. The colors do look different on the swatches vs the walls (and different than they look in a store).
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The best way to paint pine, shiplap and wood paneling Do you have dated wood paneling in your home? Here in Westchester County, we see it all the time – often in dens, family rooms or basements. And, they are a big turn-off, especially if you plan on selling your home. Paneled walls were popular
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Now here’s a clever invention – Lift Top Coffee Tables – They’re 2-in-1 piece of furniture. Please note that this article may contain affiliate links. You can read my full disclosure below. What are Lift Top Coffee Tables? Lift Top Coffee Tables serve 2 purposes: 1) They are coffee tables, 2) They can also function
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