Home Improvement

Add Storage with Baskets above Upper Cabinets

January 4th, 2012

Day 4 of 31 Days, 31 Ways to Get Organized: In many new kitchens, upper cabinets don’t reach all the way to the ceiling, but you can still use that gap for storage. Use baskets or bins to store large, seldom-used appliances like ice cream makers or bread makers, or seasonal tablecloths and napkins.

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These fabric bins from Martha Stewart LIVING for Home Depot would add a fun pop of color, plus they’re currently on sale!

[Editor's Note: 31 Days, 31 Ways to Get Organized is a series featuring clever storage and organization tips that will help you clean house in the new year]

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Incredible Five Star Luxury Boutique Grace Hotel

December 31st, 2011

What a sensational architecture design from The Grace. This is truly awesome and super luxury five star hotel design. I really wonder how the interior designer gets inspiration from.

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Remodel And Repair: Easy Home Improvement Tips

December 18th, 2011

Ensure that there are no low-lying areas, and make sure doubly sure there are none near your home’s foundation. If any low areas are found, they should be filled in order to prevent pooling of water and further downward erosion. Water that erodes away the soil surrounding the foundation can get into the house or cause rotting.

Does your home need some improvement? Look first at the supplies you have on hand, both for inspiration and to avoid having to spend more money than you need to. Use interesting frames to match your decor.

If your work takes place anywhere near a gas line, such as a fireplace, dryer or the kitchen, turn the gas off before getting into your project. You also need to use extreme caution during the project itself. U

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How to Choose Wood Flooring Colors

December 15th, 2011

Now that you know that wood flooring is a trendy choice for remodeling your home, you need to know how to choose wood flooring colors that work throughout each room. This guide to choosing wood flooring will help you eliminate wood finishes that would clash with your decor otherwise. It will also offer guidance for narrowing down your choices if you are having trouble in that area.

1. Dark and light woods rarely coordinate. Stay away from blending light and dark wood finishes that touch each other, such as baseboards and flooring. They do not coordinate, and the color shift is too drastic when wood is the focal point in the room.

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