Coastal Style: Home Decorating Ideas Inspired by Seaside Living
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Covering homes from as far apart as the Bahamas and Denmark, the book begins by looking at The Elements that go to make up the whole, including color and texture, materials, furniture, fabrics, accessories, and display. The second part of the book, The Spaces, takes a tour through the home room by room, from Living Spaces and Cooking and Eating Spaces to Bedrooms, Bathrooms, and Outdoor Spaces, capturing the distinctive interior style that has evolved from living beside the sea.
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Do It Yourself Solutions From A Resident Handyman
There is nothing like a good home improvement project to give you a whole new outlook on your living space. It’s easy to incorporate simple methods whenever you renovate. Use the tips from this article to improve your home even on a tight budget.
It may be necessary for you to give a porch a fresh coat of paint. Be sure the paint you use is of the best quality. Make sure you use the same paint type as the existing paint. While oil-based paints are great for trim due to their durability, they generally shouldn’t be used on outdoor floors or decks, because they can become very slippery when it snows.
Though it is always rewarding to fix a problem such as a squeaky door, there will come a time when you just need to replace the hinge with a new one. You can pick up this piece of hardware in a big box retailer. Just take the hinge apart and attach a side to the frame and the door. Then, ensure that the hinges are aligned and put the new pins in.
If expense is a factor, consider vinyl tiles instead of ceramic or stone. Not only is vinyl durable and water resistant, it also has an adhesive backing which makes it easy to install. This type of flooring may be purchased as individual tiles or in large sheets.
If you don’t have the money for an interior designer, do a little research. Look at books, magazines and website for key information and inspiration. You might get just the inspiration you need from a picture in a magazine. They also often provide affordable project advice.
Now you realize just how much home improvements can make your feel about your property. Lots of ways exist to improve your home’s appearance. Turn your house into a home that’s dream worthy by applying the tips you have just learned.