Decorating & Remodeling - August 2007

it used to be a place for our big screen tv, but now it is just a square of empty space. it is 56 inches by 49 inches. any creative things i can turn it into?

2007-08-12 12:42:12 · 6 answers · asked by smartiechick16 2

I am building 4 potter benches, 2 storage benches, and a display board for my Eagle Project. I am writing my matierials, tools, and supplies list and I trying to make sure all the supplies and I need. Even the littlest things like trash bags, extension cords, etc. Please let me know

2007-08-12 12:36:29 · 1 answers · asked by VOL I 2

I am looking for hot pink bedding. Not to expensive. Preferbably a pattern. But if there is a neat solid one I'll take it. And I can't buy it until my brother moves out so that will probably be in 1-2 months. I've tried pbteen, walmart, kmart, sears, overstock, ikea, urbanoutfitters, target, delias, lnt, bedbathandbeyond, frankies, teen themes, and a few more. And I'm going to be 16 this year so nothing childish.

2007-08-12 11:21:08 · 1 answers · asked by maddi_ariel 2

This is my first year teaching 5th grade and...first year teaching EVER period. Walking into my "blank slate" room for the first time was very overwhelming. I have 3 large bulletin boards, one about half the size, and bulletin board "borders" on top of each. Yes, a lot to work with. So far, the room is looking "alright" since I've covered about half of them. Maybe it's just my confidence right now, but I feel like it doens't look "right." I guess my big concern is...how can I look at all of these colors and borders and feel like they "match" or mesh? I Feel like I have a green board here with seasonal trim, on top of that a yellow border with math word problem trim; just really all over the place!! Is this normal, though? And YES, i Know that this will not really matter because there are more important things, but I want the kids to walk in teh first day and be completely in love with the room and feel comfortable!! HELP!!!! I will take suggestions (esp. with colors!).

2007-08-12 10:42:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

...conchs, tritons, whelks, trumpets etc. Would like a short artistic and eclectic name? Something simple but exotic?

2007-08-12 10:05:10 · 2 answers · asked by theartisttwin 5

By cheap I mean on the budget of a college student. Looking for a desk and dresser.

2007-08-12 09:45:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

You know, those windows that are put on the ceiling of a house. They mostly put it in like bathrooms, or above staircases.

2007-08-12 09:32:42 · 10 answers · asked by chiogee 1

My boyfriend and his best friend just moved into a house together. I wanted to get them a house warming gift. But I didn't want to get them girly stuff, since I am a girl and usually tend to shop in a woman's mindset. I want to get them something that is manly yet decorative and homey for their bachelor pad. Have any ideas?

2007-08-12 08:43:33 · 11 answers · asked by Kace06 1

Hi. my boyfriend and I just got out first appartment our living room just has a T.V. and a sofa with a fire place...but I need more ideas I dont know what to do! Please help me! I dont know what to do...

2007-08-12 08:02:34 · 6 answers · asked by lovegirl_kim 1

I have the hardest time throwing out things. My mother and father have imbedded into my head not to waste. I have books, cds, computer stuff, clothes. Until recently it didn't bother me until I got married. I want an apartment that looks like the NYC apartments in Metropolitan Home, but on a low budget. What can i do to prioritize?

2007-08-12 06:36:54 · 3 answers · asked by Lyla 3

2007-08-12 06:15:48 · 21 answers · asked by richard r 1

2007-08-12 05:47:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

The walls are currently white. There's not a whole lot of light in the room (its a finished basement with two large windows, located beneathe our deck). The rest of my house is neutral, greens, beiges, and creams. I'd like to decorate the playroom so that it appeals to both boys and girls. Should I be looking into paint shades that are warm or cool?

2007-08-12 05:39:14 · 4 answers · asked by Nichole 1

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2007-08-12 05:11:23 · 14 answers · asked by Darlingthatsfabulous 1

i'm 16 and redoing my room i need some ideas HELP!
i have ideas in mind but ican't seem to put them together
send me pictures of bedrooms or website i could order from thanx

2007-08-12 04:57:08 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-12 04:41:09 · 1 answers · asked by siavash_39 1

Hi. We have old carpet in all of our 3 bedrooms and want to replace it with laminate or real wood floor. We will probably be moving within the next year or two and have two children. Which would you recommend?

2007-08-12 03:32:09 · 7 answers · asked by jakensamsmommy 2

I have a regular square window that has a half circle window on top of it. Any suggestions for a window treatmment for the rounded window?

2007-08-12 03:10:52 · 4 answers · asked by EB7 1

When I applied the new paint, it won't stick and is peeling. It seems there is some kind of rubbery residue there. How can I fix this so I can paint and it doesn't bubble and look a mess? I thought this seemed too easy to just wet it and scrape it. :(

2007-08-12 03:09:06 · 9 answers · asked by Julie H 7

When we paint a room we usually paint the ceiling first then we go to paint the walls. I have been decorating and chose different colors for the walls but all the ceilings are white.

No matter what trimmer or brush we use we almost always end up slopping the edges and getting some color on the ceiling. then we have to wait for it to dry and go back and touch up.
Are we doing something wrong? What is the best way to get a clean edge ? We use painters tape for the trim work but I never heard of anyone using it for the entire ceiling.

2007-08-12 02:48:39 · 5 answers · asked by jachooz 6

2007-08-12 01:07:36 · 12 answers · asked by huney 1

2007-08-12 00:48:19 · 11 answers · asked by Lala 1

all of my daughter's school clothes got ruined with spray paint. The paint is dry. Is there anyway to remove this that is safe?

2007-08-11 23:28:29 · 6 answers · asked by Kathryn 4

I want to paint our bedroom and I need a little help. My bedroom is a long rectangle. My bed sits under the only window and partially blocks it so I can't do alot for window treatment. Should I paint all 4 walls one color or should I have an accent wall with a different shade? the color is a honey yellow. if so which one should be an accent wall? I can't paint the ceiling. Floors are hardwood. I appreciate any help anyone can offer.

2007-08-11 20:22:29 · 6 answers · asked by Panda 7

2007-08-11 17:25:11 · 5 answers · asked by kiki 1

My boyfriend and I moved into a house recently and want to decorate our walls. Where can I find cool artwork that fits our age group? We are in our 20's and are open minded about any kind of art work. Any ideas where to shop for cheap, or any pieces that are mass produced that would look good in our house?

2007-08-11 16:20:04 · 4 answers · asked by vannajune 2

i need the thing that you just stick on windows so no one can see through them... and where could i buy them from?

2007-08-11 13:20:18 · 6 answers · asked by English Wiz 4

In the stores I see most go up to 120 inches. Is it possible to buy extensions to put in the rods?

Or, what would you suggest?

2007-08-11 09:20:06 · 9 answers · asked by Molly 6

The floors in my house are very squeaky. Everytime u step they squeak. is there an easy/not so expensive way to reduce this? The house was built in the 70's. Can i do anything about this or do i just have to live w/ it.
Please answer! thanx!

2007-08-11 08:54:20 · 4 answers · asked by minibear20 2

I want to put my sofa in the center of the room with small end tables and with lamps...what do I do to keep people from tripping and to hide the unsitely cords? I do not want to tape them down (tacky!)

2007-08-11 08:39:29 · 10 answers · asked by GiGi 4