Starting The Decorating Process? When you start to think about home decorating, the process can be overwhelming. You may jump on the Internet or look through home décor magazines to gather ideas, but what do you do with all your newfound ideas? Knowing where to start and doing your homework before you start will provide you…
People often inaccurately think that UV damage occurs only during the summer months. However, during the winter, when the sun is lower on the horizon, the harsh glare and the lack of leaves allows the sun to enter farther into a room, which can cause additional UV damage without your even knowing it. If your…
If you’re thinking of adding decorative elements to your room while covering up a window treatment’s unsightly control mechanism, a cornice might be the right choice for you. Perhaps you purchased window treatments without thinking the hardware until the treatment was installed. As you’ve probably noticed, the hardware can disrupt the room’s flow, which is…
Fixing & Staging Mary Stryler, owner of Junk 2 Junk in Madison, CT was getting ready to send her daughter to college in the fall. Not an inexpensive venture, Mary was trying to think of creative ways to help pay the tuition when she got the idea of renting their house for the summer. Because…
Your home is the biggest investment you can make. So when you make improvements to it, try to get the best for your buck. Anytime you can reduce your household expenses and add value to your home, do it. Custom blinds, shades, shutters, draperies, sheers, and curtains will not only reduce your energy bill, but…
Today, your home is probably the largest investment you make. So when you add improvements, you should select them wisely. If you can reduce your expenses while adding value to your home, do it. Custom shades, sheers, blinds, draperies, shutters, and curtains will not only reduce your energy bill, but will display your personal style….
