Decorating & Remodeling - June 2007

I just bought a home with a pretty simple brick fireplace in the living room. It's painted white with an oak mantle, and the glass that covers it, is gold colored. I really don't like the way it looks but i just don't have a clue how to dress it up appropriately. I've been watching HGTV and stuff but i'm clueless what look i'm going for. I'm also going to purchase a large screen LCD TV and set it on top of the mantle. Is this ok? Someone please help. Thanks guys!

2007-06-03 10:46:18 · 7 answers · asked by 1st year 1

Hey y'all! :)

I am moving into a small 1 bdrm apt, and need help with decorating tips. I do have a limited budget (think LIMITED), but I'm also not creative. I enjoy Japanese culture, and have lots of little "nick-nacks" from Japan, but NO idea how to decorate with that! I also have 1 large blank white wall, that I can't paint - any ideas?

Also - know of any "at home tricks" or creative ways to stretch a penny??

Thank you SOO much! I really appreciate it! ^_^

2007-06-03 10:28:38 · 6 answers · asked by little one 1

thanks... any DIY sites will help too

2007-06-03 09:56:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm looking to order sheets from JC Penny, and I'm confused with choices. Usually I buy a bed in a bag, but the ones they have are tacky. So, my question to you is:

What's the difference between a Bedspread and a Comforter?

Is the bedspread the entire set, or is it just a cover...eh?

2007-06-03 08:37:16 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm making a 13 year olds room bright orange. She has a huge room, bigger than most children's. Its a very bright, deep, orange. I don't know if I should paint the whole thing orange, or if that will look too much. If I only paint one wall orange, what should I do with the other walls? Just leave them white?

(she likes bright colors)

2007-06-03 08:34:50 · 7 answers · asked by =) 1

I have a large basement I want to have finished. There is about 870sq ft to be done. I had a contractor come in and estimate it and it was more then I thought, but I liked the system. From your experience, how much should this cost? Any 'systems' that you recommend? Thanks!

2007-06-03 06:35:24 · 4 answers · asked by C. A 2

2007-06-03 05:05:41 · 4 answers · asked by Jason S 1

I need to buy some and am wondering how much an average gallon costs. (latex, not oil)
Thanks!

2007-06-03 03:31:54 · 5 answers · asked by It's just me 3

I have a huge wall (cathedral ceilings) with a built in entertainment center which has shelving on both sides of a tv. Above our television we have a very large art niche - probably about 12 feet high by 6 feet wide. The previous owners had a custom tuscan mural painted in it but it is not our style so we are trying to come up with other ideas. The niche is framed by molding. Does anyone have any ideas of how to decorate this space or do you know of any websites w/ pictures or ideas? Thanks!

2007-06-03 02:23:07 · 6 answers · asked by Amanda B 2

im trying to paint my room lime green but i dont know what goes with it if anyone knows a design please tell me so or if someone knows a color best with lime green

2007-06-03 01:08:42 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

I work at night so when I come home I like to sleep in a dark room. Right now i have foil covering up my windows but I would really like to have some blinds up b/c right now my room looks ratty with the whole foil thing. I would like to know what would be the best kind of blinds that would keep out sunlight besides curtains.

2007-06-02 23:54:09 · 6 answers · asked by DiG iT 3

a)floral
b)mary statue
c)candle

what do you think?

2007-06-02 22:11:16 · 7 answers · asked by shhhhhhhhhh 3

2007-06-02 22:01:14 · 5 answers · asked by asdfjkl 1

Has anyone ever been a consultant with Home Interiors?? It is kind of like Southern Living but I guess cheaper. I am thinking about becoming one and wanted to know the feedback on the company. Thanks!

2007-06-02 19:21:57 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Plus, it's a rental. Should I hide out in the attic to get away from the landlord? The light's pretty good up there now. Or should I extend the skylight down through the ceiling of my apartment?

2007-06-02 17:09:14 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

so many poles , what the....am i doing

2007-06-02 13:48:31 · 2 answers · asked by sadarar 2

We'd like to remove latex paint from a cedar English board on board fence and then repaint it.. Our fence is 1000 yards long and we have lots of paint peeling from it. Suggestions would be appreciated. How soon before we can repaint it? Thanks

2007-06-02 13:45:27 · 4 answers · asked by Lynn 1

I'm looking for some ideas for my room. Something I can do with paper or something. Nothing I should go and buy and waste a lot of money(Ok maybe $20.00 or less)Thanks for your help:)

2007-06-02 13:25:13 · 5 answers · asked by Elmo for president! 3

2007-06-02 11:32:02 · 3 answers · asked by perstone2005 2

The walls in my house are all plain white walls. I have a few questions: First- The walls look dirty and discolored- they have not been painted in years, and are very marked up. Would we be able to get away with painting just 1 coat of white to the walls and have it look good enough to show a possible buyer? Second- If one coat of paint will suffice, then what about using just one coat of paint on all of the walls but instead of using white we would use a warmer color like beige, off white, or something like that (I heard that it makes the house feel warmer.) Third- We have very high vaulted ceiling throughout the house, what do you suggest we do to reach high areas...( we are trying to save $- so I will paint the walls myself and get some friends to come over and help out). and Fourth- I heard there is a cool hand machine that you can rent which sprays paint onto walls and gets the job done quicker, what is the deal with that- how much is that, where do I get it, is it messy?thanx

2007-06-02 11:02:02 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

The branch is about 2 ft long and 5" diameter shaped like a "Y"

2007-06-02 10:41:45 · 3 answers · asked by Bruce L 1

I am currently renting an apartment with an office and fairly large master bedroom. My only complaint is the lack of overhead lighting in these rooms. Since there is no possible way for me to add overhead lighting due to the construction/leasing agreement, can you recommend some effective (and reasonably priced) solutions? I am the type of person who likes a very well-lit house (not dim lighting b/c it makes me sleepy/tired)...

2007-06-02 10:30:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

my favorite colors right now are pink and green. i have bought this quilt : http://beachhouselinens.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/9_14_292/products_id/1215
i need ideas for my room (color of the walls, color of the curtains and how they are designed and hung, and any other suggestions)

thank you :]
(make sure to include wall and curtain color)
examples??

2007-06-02 10:20:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just had white wooden venetian blinds fitted but I hate them! want the natural wood look - Can i get natural wood stain or varnish type products to change the colour? (Yes I realise I have a very slow and messy task ahead - but I paid an arm and a leg for these blinds and have no other choice!)

2007-06-02 10:09:12 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

What are some bedroom ideas that are well suited for a 14 year old?

I like sports, any kind
I'm really girly
My fav colors pink but i'll settle with any color

Please help!

2007-06-02 09:55:31 · 4 answers · asked by VOllEYbAll036 2

my local home depot is saying it will be next month. Is this true?

Also, if I know how much the measurements are can I take that and go somewhere else to get carpet?

2007-06-02 09:55:22 · 4 answers · asked by KB 1

the sinks I bought are 60 cm wide...

2007-06-02 09:38:30 · 7 answers · asked by estiben1 2

of carpet should I put in my new home? I like darker wood pieces for furniture and want something to compliment that.

2007-06-02 08:52:24 · 8 answers · asked by bluehonu13 2

I have a really nice couch that'll last me at least 5 more years, but it's ugly as hell. Would it be a better investment to buy a new one or make the old one prettier?

2007-06-02 07:27:15 · 10 answers · asked by MJ 2

I have some older, funny saying t-shirts, that I would love to take, and make a pillows for decor... I have already some of these funny saying t-shirts hung up on my wall... so it would be fun, and cute to have some pillows to match... suggestions?!

2007-06-02 06:48:24 · 10 answers · asked by millerdealer 2