InteriorDecoratingKing
05-13-2005, 10:56 PM
Never place pictures and other artwork above eye level. When using a grouping place the largest piece in the center and add the others. A good eye level would be 5 feet from the floor. Don't use a piece of art that is to small for the area, it will look lost and you will not be happy with the results. You are aiming to cover at least 1/2 to 2/3 of the space preferably the larger of the two. Try laying the art arrangement down on the floor first so you can see how the grouping will look. A good source for quality custom framed artwork is ArtinaClick The Premier Source for purchasing custom framed artwork. There you can choose from a large selection of prints and frames for the right price.
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When placing accessories on tables, shelves, bookcases always aim for a mix of sizes and shapes to add interest. Adding a little bit of greenery also adds interest and breaks things up. Personalize by adding family photos and personal items. Use a mix of large and small accessories. The larger ones can be seen from a distance, the small pieces for closer eye appeal when close up. A great source of these types of accessories can be found here at Home Accents. For interesting house plants with lot's of eye appeal and ease of care try Bonsai Boy of NY
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Decorating small spaces and organization. Do not crowd the room with furniture. Be reasonable, don't try to use large sofas and chairs, instead try using a love seat with legs , small side chairs and a small coffee table. Use graph paper to arrange your furniture, much easier than pushing furniture around the room. Try pulling some furniture out from the walls, placing a sofa table behind the sofa to make the area more interesting and comfortable and at the same time making a conversational arrangement. Mirrors help create the impression of more space, go for small patterns, and soft monochromatic colors are best for small spaces. Soft incandescent lighting would be best for small spaces.
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Get rid of clutter! That can't be said often enough! Make use of organizers to give everything a place in your home. See closets and cabinets for more information on storage tips. Aim for making a cozy comfortable area. If the area is one large space, consider using room dividers. They give the effect of separating the room yet not closing the space off and giving interest and appeal. A glass table will create a more spacious look to the room. Consider benches with flip top seats and hollow benches for additional storage. Consider a vibrant multicolored border above cabinets and around the breakfast nook to add color but keeping it simple.
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Texture is also important. When you think about texture it involves more than fabric! Consider the type of tables you are using, glass, shiny finishes add a smooth sleek look. Wood adds another look as well as wood trims you have in the room. Study pictures in decorating magazines to find a look you would like to have.
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Never buy paint just from a color chip that most stores provide. The lighting in your home can make the colors seem darker or lighter. Take the sample chips and view them in your home. Then buy a small can of each color you will consider using and paint a small area to see if you are happy with the results. You are better off spending an additional amount of money in the beginning than having to repaint because you made a mistake. Make use of color wheels to determine your colour scheme.
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Area lighting can add special effects to your decor. Overhead lighting, task lighting, recessed lighting, add finishing touches. Small can lights placed on the floor behind trees and plant lend an interesting pattern of light reflections to the room. Try your search here for one of the Webs largest online source for lighting and home accents.
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When placing accessories on tables, shelves, bookcases always aim for a mix of sizes and shapes to add interest. Adding a little bit of greenery also adds interest and breaks things up. Personalize by adding family photos and personal items. Use a mix of large and small accessories. The larger ones can be seen from a distance, the small pieces for closer eye appeal when close up. A great source of these types of accessories can be found here at Home Accents. For interesting house plants with lot's of eye appeal and ease of care try Bonsai Boy of NY
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Decorating small spaces and organization. Do not crowd the room with furniture. Be reasonable, don't try to use large sofas and chairs, instead try using a love seat with legs , small side chairs and a small coffee table. Use graph paper to arrange your furniture, much easier than pushing furniture around the room. Try pulling some furniture out from the walls, placing a sofa table behind the sofa to make the area more interesting and comfortable and at the same time making a conversational arrangement. Mirrors help create the impression of more space, go for small patterns, and soft monochromatic colors are best for small spaces. Soft incandescent lighting would be best for small spaces.
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Get rid of clutter! That can't be said often enough! Make use of organizers to give everything a place in your home. See closets and cabinets for more information on storage tips. Aim for making a cozy comfortable area. If the area is one large space, consider using room dividers. They give the effect of separating the room yet not closing the space off and giving interest and appeal. A glass table will create a more spacious look to the room. Consider benches with flip top seats and hollow benches for additional storage. Consider a vibrant multicolored border above cabinets and around the breakfast nook to add color but keeping it simple.
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Texture is also important. When you think about texture it involves more than fabric! Consider the type of tables you are using, glass, shiny finishes add a smooth sleek look. Wood adds another look as well as wood trims you have in the room. Study pictures in decorating magazines to find a look you would like to have.
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Never buy paint just from a color chip that most stores provide. The lighting in your home can make the colors seem darker or lighter. Take the sample chips and view them in your home. Then buy a small can of each color you will consider using and paint a small area to see if you are happy with the results. You are better off spending an additional amount of money in the beginning than having to repaint because you made a mistake. Make use of color wheels to determine your colour scheme.
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Area lighting can add special effects to your decor. Overhead lighting, task lighting, recessed lighting, add finishing touches. Small can lights placed on the floor behind trees and plant lend an interesting pattern of light reflections to the room. Try your search here for one of the Webs largest online source for lighting and home accents.