Decorating & Remodeling - October 2007

I have totally tan wall color (from sherwin williams paint) and white trim. My furniture is mostly burgundy and black. Is it best that the window treatment be close to the same color as the wall or should it be with the white trim?

I have hardwood floors and it is a contemporary room.

2007-10-25 15:30:54 · 3 answers · asked by jan 1

2007-10-25 15:26:02 · 6 answers · asked by Denise 1

2007-10-25 14:41:13 · 6 answers · asked by Midnight Rose 3

I want a very comfortable and inexpensive mattress. Any suggestions?

2007-10-25 14:22:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a renter

2007-10-25 13:16:37 · 4 answers · asked by Sabrina Z 2

I am a uniformed worker and want a really good shine. Do you put on the polish and then buff with the cloth and then brush, or do you put on the polish, brush and then use the cloth. Any suggestions. The shinier the better!

2007-10-25 12:29:16 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

can some one give me idea's on how to brighten up my living room thanks

2007-10-25 12:28:03 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-25 12:25:49 · 4 answers · asked by colin o 1

no donations place will take it because its a hide a bed any ideas , please help

2007-10-25 12:25:30 · 5 answers · asked by rw 2

Does any one know where to buy grass texture wallpaper and how much does it cost?

2007-10-25 12:18:35 · 3 answers · asked by Renee C 2

I've just purchased some dark brown couches, and am concerned that they may eventually fade. I love to have the windows open in my home and for my next purchase may consider a lighter color.

2007-10-25 11:38:51 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

my sister pouredd gluee all over thee kitchen tablee && we dont knoww how tohh get it off without getting in trouble. we REALLYY need helpp. thankss, loove. =)

2007-10-25 11:24:02 · 2 answers · asked by Sam-izzle 1

I want to get new windows and I hear that Pella is the best. I need 13 double hung windows and one picture window.

2007-10-25 11:08:15 · 3 answers · asked by She She 3

I want to redesign my home office -- install built in cabinets, bookcases, widen counter space, allow for more computers, etc. Right now it is a hodgepodge of hutches, desks, bookcases that don't match. More importantly I need better organization

I'm confused whether I should go with companies such as California Closets http://californiaclosets.com/ which does cabinets or do it via a local contractor. What are the pros and cons of each one? Thanks

2007-10-25 09:56:48 · 9 answers · asked by imisidro 7

i have original 1930's doors which were boarded up when i purchased the house. They are in quite good condition and i would like to remove the paint on the doors. Where can i get them dipped in the UK? Would anyone else keep original items if they were interesting?

2007-10-25 09:31:12 · 6 answers · asked by jessie 3

HGTV used to be about creating personalized lifestyles, about getting your hands dirty in gardens you intend to watch mature from inside homes that reflected your character.

Now, it's curb appeal, increasing the market value of your home, squeezing every last cent out of prospective buyers, & turning your home into an ATM instead of building equity so that your home will always be your soft place to fall.

It's about what people will pay for 300 square feet in New York City, couples in crisis because they can't manage a bath remodel for less than $30,000, a kitchen remodel for less than $100,000, & newlyweds who can't find their dream home on a "budget" of $400,000.00.

Landscaping is not gardening. Copying is not decorating.

It's a leap to say that HGTV's exploitation of a homeowner's desire to turn a buck is responsible for the housing crisis in this country but, hey, sometimes the tail does wag the dog.

That's my take, what's yours?

2007-10-25 08:22:54 · 7 answers · asked by Liligirl 6

2007-10-25 08:20:57 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm thinking about ordering a bathroom vanity from www.homedecorators.com, has anyone ordered from them before? How was your experience?

2007-10-25 07:03:39 · 2 answers · asked by Robin C 5

I am in the process of finishing my basement. Im at the point to have carpet installed. The carpet folks are telling me the base trim should be installed prior to the carpet being installed - and should it about 1/2" off the floor. The trim guy is telling me the carpet should be installed first.

Who's right??

2007-10-25 06:51:52 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

My cat likes to bite and pull out the feathers. Does anyone know where I could buy the plastic covers like the ones lamp shades come with when you buy them new?
I know it sounds tacky, but it's better than what I am doing now which is using the lamps with a bare bulb and no shade :)

2007-10-25 06:50:09 · 1 answers · asked by ignoramus 7

my modular home has deep burgundy carpets in main parts of the house, the bedrooms are in the rust color. the kitchen has burgundy on the counter sides with white counter top, but the floor is a neutral color. Please help me with some ideas for color for the rooms. I have a Quill color from Glidden paint picked out for the living room, which is picking up some of the color from the stone fireplace. I don't want the same color in all the rooms, so please help me find some good colors that will match throughout my home. Right now it is all white !!

2007-10-25 06:43:02 · 6 answers · asked by moonlightrose 1

2007-10-25 06:10:51 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok so I'm really pretty and I love mirrors...I have a lot of them in my house, all over. I've even paid to have my closet doors redone as mirrors.

I noticed one day when I was look at the back of a mirror that it looks like there is just blackish paint on it, and if you scrape it off with your fingernail then it's regular glass.

So last night I was thinking...if you just painted the outside of your windows black would they become mirrored on the inside? Or is there a special kind of paint you must use?

If anyone could help me figure out how to make all my windows mirrors I'd be so so happy!

2007-10-25 05:53:48 · 5 answers · asked by Jane 6

"I live in an Apartment"
and
"I live in an apartment building"

2007-10-25 05:32:55 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am wanting to go with a coffee theme with dark red walls. I have no idea where to go from there and this room needs help. anyone have any ideas to help? Keep in mind this is being done on a low budget.

2007-10-25 05:27:50 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Its so cute and cheap but does it hold up? I know you have to build a lot of the pieces but is it sturdy for a couple years use?

2007-10-25 04:59:30 · 11 answers · asked by Susan F 4

I have all the wall colors picked out I just can't decide on the ceilings. Everyone gives me a different opinion when I ask. Some say same as the walls, others say go one shade lighter but same color as walls, and others say WHITE. I'm have a light tan color in the kitchen so I am thinking that the ceiling could be the same since it is a lighter color. But the other rooms are a dark brown, a medium brown and a green what do I do there?

2007-10-25 04:07:43 · 8 answers · asked by Jenn B 1

2007-10-25 04:06:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a carpet in bath and thinking of changing it to Vinyl floor as my kids splash a lot of water when in bath. Is Vinyl the best option in this case or is there a better suggestion.

Thanks in Advance.

Regards

2007-10-24 23:08:49 · 14 answers · asked by A S 3

I have plain cream walls, can't paint, can't put any sort of hole (not even tacks) in the walls. I've decorated in green, browns, earthy tones. I have no money for wall decor. I'd like large, bright wall art. Please, give me ideas!

2007-10-24 20:09:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous