Decorating & Remodeling - April 2007

2007-04-16 06:21:03 · 9 answers · asked by smk2u 1

I want to stain my patio. I hope someone can advise on the cheapest possible stain and how to apply it for best results.

2007-04-16 05:52:50 · 4 answers · asked by dealonbracelets 1

Is it considered improper to have different colored carpets in different rooms of a house? What if the areas are separated by wood flooring? What about different floors? What about for stairways connecting floors?

My mother is about to spend big bucks recarpeting her whole house because she thinks it all has to match. Any input is appreciated!

Please give your source, especially if you found a website stating the rules. I need something I can print up to show her as proof.

2007-04-16 05:01:40 · 7 answers · asked by magenta_momma 1

I want to paint my room but there is two layers of wallpaper. I peeled most of the top layer off but the bottom one wont come off. How can I remove it cheaply?

2007-04-16 04:59:31 · 5 answers · asked by Lindsey k 1

OK-I know that I have asked this question or something similiar to it many times before, BUT, I want to be thoroughly researched before we start.

We are in the planning stage of builidng a new home. We have 2 children, ages 4 and 7 who are very active. We have met once with our designer and have basically come up with the fact that we want a 2-story "Farmhouse" type home. We are going to be building on a 200+ acre farm, and wanted to stick with the theme. I want to build as much house as I possible can within my budget. Does anyone have any suggestions on things that I can put into the house? Any suggestions on upgrades? Any suggestions on where we can find materials, etc. at discounted prices without sacrificing quality. I want this home to be something that we can live in and enjoy for the rest of our lives, and I want everything to be of top quality. Any info that anyone can give is appreciated, especially from builders! And for other, what do u have that u can't live without?

2007-04-16 03:57:24 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

The room is now decorated with dark wood, chinese red paintings of peonies and lilies (which I don't want to change) and a carmel-colored suede comforter. I'd like to chage the comforter to something more light-weight and springy looking, but I don't know what I can put with the dark wood and the red paintings to achieve something that stays true to the character of the room but doesn't look so fall/winter-y. What would you suggest?

2007-04-16 03:34:54 · 10 answers · asked by comet girl...DUCK! 6

2007-04-16 01:09:25 · 2 answers · asked by ogie9 1

My shower broke some time ago and I have been advised that my house needs re-wiring before it can be done. I don't have the money to do it. Is it possible I was told this so the contractor can make money out of me. I have not had a second opinon and am desperate for a shower as bath's take too long to run and I don't feel refreshed in the morning afterwards. They are okay if you want to relax though.

2007-04-15 23:36:47 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-15 17:10:09 · 4 answers · asked by dustinplus3 1

I have been spending a lot of time researching and inspecting. For those who have actual experience with both these type of floors, would you please give me your take on whcih one to go for.

My biggest concern keeping me away from going solid hardwood, is the scratching/denting, particularly the scratching part factor. It apperars that lamiate flooring is a lot harder and more durable to abuse.

It is my house, but I do not want to live like a guest in it. Taking the shoes off, watching not to pull the chair to fast, etc.

Thanks for your input.

2007-04-15 14:58:15 · 4 answers · asked by demaissoneuve 2

My carpet is threadbare and needs replacing. The kids are almost grown and pets live outside. Should I get a timber floor or go with carpet again. Which is easier to keep clean? I know that carpet is dirty but it also hides a lot. If you have a timber floor and then get rugs, aren't you getting the vaccuum out anyway? What do you think?

2007-04-15 14:52:46 · 7 answers · asked by jawjar 2

Where should I buy the contact paper for my counter tops...and how do I go about this? Also, how should I figure out how much paper to buy? Someone tell me a good store to shop for this please.

2007-04-15 14:31:49 · 5 answers · asked by roses_are_me06 2

Looking for more than just price as being the major difference.

2007-04-15 13:58:08 · 5 answers · asked by tigerii95_98 1

2007-04-15 11:17:48 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-15 11:13:01 · 11 answers · asked by ruby 1

We just moved into a new house and I'd like to fix up my dads bedroom. He's 55 and into westerns. So, I'm going for a rustic country look. Problem is...there's paneling in his room. It has already been painted an off white/creamy color. How do I use paint and make it look like old wood? Thanks in advance.

2007-04-15 11:11:03 · 2 answers · asked by Char 3

and slopes alittle towards the door, so that the toilet can't be set properly,can anyone help please?

2007-04-15 10:21:10 · 3 answers · asked by audreylea1 1

I recently had grasscloth wallpaper added to one wall of my office, and I simply LOVE the look.

When i purchased it, the clerk told me not to ever use grasscloth in a bathroom or kitchen because the moisture and oils would ruin the grass.

But when I look at decorating magazines, I see many bathrooms with real grasscloth wallpaper.

Is there a certain kind I should get to accomplish this?

I'm looking for a grasscloth that is similar to what just went up in my office. see here: http://www.livinginzen.net/office/my-love-affair-with-grasscloth-in-the-office-continues-on-custom-grasscloth-covered-files/

Thanks for any advice.

2007-04-15 10:14:21 · 1 answers · asked by Wabi Sabi Kat 1

We are getting a soild surface countertop, just wonder the pro's and con's of both.

2007-04-15 09:36:34 · 5 answers · asked by cryst 2

well i have like the smallest bedroon in are house and i'm 14 I NEED MORE SPACE but my little brother has the biggest room how can i get my mom into letting me trade rooms with him???

2007-04-15 08:57:01 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am moving into apartments with ugly windows that make me feel like I am in prison or a basement. The windows are about 2 feet tall by 4 feet wide and about 4 feet off the ground. What kind of curtains should I get to hide that? Should they reach all the way to the floor or just below the window? Thank!

2007-04-15 08:38:09 · 6 answers · asked by graybear 4

The Icemaker is a GE Model IM-1

2007-04-15 08:16:34 · 3 answers · asked by remisjo 1

I start at Ai Atlanta this summer. Ill be living in a dorm with my on bathroom. We share the living room and kitchen. but i dont know what to take......btw i want to dress it up Carebears everywhere, but i dont know if i can.

2007-04-15 08:04:47 · 6 answers · asked by innocent wonderer 1

How do you calculate how many bricks needed for a masonry wall?

2007-04-15 04:56:48 · 1 answers · asked by Rodolfo L 1

in fengshui, you want to determine which of the part of your house is southeast to determine lucky position, how do you do that holding a compass?

2007-04-15 04:30:04 · 6 answers · asked by Ninih 1

I would like to start using our garage as a work out room/recording studio for my husband. He only plays guitar for fun but has so much equipment that I can hardly get into my closet!

2007-04-15 00:19:50 · 3 answers · asked by beth l 7

I have salem oak kitchen cabinets and we're trying to redo our kitchen floor with laminate flooring. Does my floor has to match my kitchen cabinets? Would it look weird if I went with something other than oak? I personally really like the very light maple floor. But I have a feeling it might not go together so well with my cabinets and my island. But also I don't really like the idea of plain oak either. Can't decide!! Please help!

2007-04-14 14:17:49 · 15 answers · asked by KayKim 1

I have an abundance (20 gallons) of white semi gloss latex paint and would like to use it to paint in my home, however I really don't want white, I was wondering if there was a product that I could purchase to add to the paint. Maybe a colorizer of some sort. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

2007-04-14 14:13:59 · 6 answers · asked by mom of 3 2

I am not a carpenter and have never built anything in my life before. Is there a website were one can design a basic blueprint? Are there any sites that can help someone looking to undertake something like this themselves? Thank You!

2007-04-14 13:39:16 · 2 answers · asked by UrbanMonk 1

Hi, I'm trying to decide on the color for my shutters on a 1930 tudor style home. The house is painted white with a peak in the front done in brick. I'm not interested in doing black. Any ideas on a nice combo to enhance the style of the house? Right now the shutters are a hunter green and I don't care for that. The arched front door is a dark stain which I like. Also....would you do the gargage door the same color as the shutters? Right now the garage is white like the house.

2007-04-14 11:54:43 · 5 answers · asked by karenldee 1