Decorating & Remodeling - February 2007

I'm having an extremely difficult time finding a perfect color scheme to go in our kitchen. The cabinets are honey pine, the counter tops are cream, and the kitchen connects to our informal dining room with no break, so I need a color that compliments both. I'd love to find a website that would help me choose colors and give me examples, maybe even let me add pictures of my own areas to be painted.

2007-02-14 15:26:57 · 2 answers · asked by Christine W 2

2007-02-14 14:13:41 · 6 answers · asked by dingydarla 3

We can't afford new cabinets and we want to lighten our kitchen cabinets. They are stained a dark brown color. We plan to prime and paint whether we do just the doors or all of the cabinets. We considered leaving the cabinets the brown color they are now and painting the doors off-white/cream. We will use black knobs, drawer pulls and hinges. How do you think this will look? Please tell me the reason behind your answer and don't just say that you think it will look good or bad.

Thanks!

Thanks!

2007-02-14 13:43:09 · 9 answers · asked by SuzieQ92 3

Does anyone know where I can find plans to loft an existing XL-Twin bed? My campus has a policy that all furniture IN a room must -stay- in the room, so a loft bed has to be able to encorporate the existing XL-Twin bedframe provided by the housing department. I was looking for some ideas for lofting a my bed next year. I found a couple of plans, but nothing seems to be what I'm looking for...

2007-02-14 12:51:06 · 3 answers · asked by thepq4 1

2007-02-14 12:39:58 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Where can I buy a cheap sectional couch? I have been searching forever for a cheap 1. I can only afford up to $150.00

2007-02-14 12:15:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am drilling holes in my basement floor to attach a 2x4 base plate for framing. I have tried several drill bits, and all have dulled to an unsuable point after drilling only a few holes. Are certain bits better than others? Any additional tips? I am currently using a regular drill, and would rather continue that if possible.

2007-02-14 12:01:37 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm looking for white tiles that can be hand-painted for a custom look. I understand that this can't be done with the commonly available ones from Lowe's or Home Depot because they're already glazed.

Does anyone know where you can get unglazed ones - and what the best way to paint tiles is?

2007-02-14 11:35:03 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-14 11:17:54 · 6 answers · asked by jay w 1

2007-02-14 10:15:27 · 1 answers · asked by elchupacabra 2

My boss bought mounting putty to put pictures up on the wall in the office *groan* and its not coming off.

How can I get the blue goo off the walls?

2007-02-14 09:44:42 · 2 answers · asked by mettophobic 3

I have a circular(wonder what was put down) burn mark on my laminate counter top. It's in a very inconvenient place-about 3 inches from the stove-middle of the dang thing. I thought about a trivet, but that would look weird just sitting there all alone in the middle of the counter. Wish I could get granite-but alas-so is life. C'mon all you creative people. Any ideas?

2007-02-14 09:29:43 · 9 answers · asked by Jamie K 1

2007-02-14 09:08:50 · 7 answers · asked by ninekittys 3

I always end up buying crappy pillows, but I never know it until I have slept on them for a couple of nights and they start getting flat. I don't like for the pillow to be so thick that my head is in the air, but I want it to be soft and fluffy. Does anyone have a favorite pillow?

2007-02-14 09:06:33 · 4 answers · asked by Supeg 1

I have a white half round bedroom desk with a brass rail around the top, it has tapered legs. I have seen this style furniture long ago, but cannot think of the style. The legs also have brass caps on the end and porcelain drawer handles. I would like to find a web site for styles of furniture. I think it's 1940 ish.......

2007-02-14 08:28:44 · 1 answers · asked by todd m 1

I live in a 1st floor apartment, that doesn't get a lot of light. I have 2 solid navy overstuffed couches, a large ottomen that can be reupholstered, and one large window. I am completely clueless as to what other colors to use. I'm terrible w/this sort of thing!! Could you all give some advice as to what colors and patterns to use for the pillows, drapes, and ottomen? Thanks!!

2007-02-14 07:49:10 · 12 answers · asked by Amy K 1

I am extending a wall to enclose a dining room to a den. I read on a home improvement website that tile flooring underneath the extension would have to be removed. Does anyone know if only the necessary portion of tile can be removed without having to redo the entire floor? If so, what is the best way to do it? Thanks.

2007-02-14 07:43:33 · 3 answers · asked by Chicken1 1

So, we have hardwood floors throughout our house. My problem is, when we sleep at night and move around in our bed, the bed scoots across the floor. Do they make any kind of rubber material that goes on the bed frame's feet so that the bed won't scoot across the floor? It's driving me crazy!

2007-02-14 07:38:46 · 6 answers · asked by peepoogenderparts 2

like what material do i need to use to build the walls and stuff? for soundproofing. like what company brand name, name of material etc.

2007-02-14 07:13:24 · 7 answers · asked by kukalka 1

instead of ripping them all up, would i be able to just go over the top with new floor tiles, the room is a dining room, they are just awful, orange and i would like a natural colour? obviously the floor would raise a little, but is it actually possible ?

2007-02-14 07:05:06 · 10 answers · asked by button moon 5

2007-02-14 06:59:25 · 3 answers · asked by Websciuter19 1

Is it lame to have your soapdishes and towel bar a different color than the rest of you shower tile? The tile I want doesn't have the soap dishes, etc..., just corner peices and bullnose peices. Shouldn't everything match?

2007-02-14 06:54:58 · 5 answers · asked by Betrdz 6

2007-02-14 06:35:46 · 3 answers · asked by ppc422 2

the furniture set is "expresso." i'd like to have a warm feeling in the office, but don't want it to look drab.

2007-02-14 06:13:54 · 11 answers · asked by Amy T 1

I am thinking an olive green.
The adjacent dining room/kitchen is hardwood with beige walls.

2007-02-14 05:51:34 · 6 answers · asked by samiam25ca 3

I have a room with furniture that is predominantly dark-brown coloured, and the walls are a very, very light purple-ish, some sort of bizarre off-white setup. The current drapes are pink, and I hate it, but don't know to go for next. Ideas?

2007-02-14 05:40:29 · 4 answers · asked by Brandon B 2

2007-02-14 05:37:12 · 4 answers · asked by chsanthosh_kumar 1

I have finished tiling my Kitchen backsplash and I really like the color of the mortar against the tile. My local home improvment store does not have a grout that matches quite as well. I have plenty of the mortar left over and would like to just us it to fill in between the tiles. Is it neccesary to grout or will the mortar work just as well if I use a good sealer?

2007-02-14 05:30:16 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

There are SO many adorable nursery sets that I love, but it's hard to find two coordinating nursery sets (crib beddings) that look good together or one nursery set that is neutral enough for a boy and a girl. They need to be $200 or less (prices combined.) Help!

2007-02-14 05:14:34 · 8 answers · asked by ? 2

Just bought ex-council flat, I just can't stand the tatty cheap horrible front door and so want to replace it. Guess what I can't find it anywhere.
All I want is flat surface (no ribs), oak colour, no glass, no filly pattern. Just Mail Slot and peep hole. Just like the entrance of Wine bar. Do you know anywhere I can find these modern stylish door? Cheers

2007-02-14 04:58:16 · 7 answers · asked by ilovetimtam 1