Dezine Tip of the Day
To plan a kitchen we need to start with establishing the parameters within which we have to work. This includes the actual space, the uses of that space and the budget.
There are four stages to planning a kitchen.
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Dezine Tip of the Day
One of the first things to remember when selecting colors is that cool colors recede and warm colors advance and that dark colors look heavy and enclosing, light colors make the room look larger and lighter, this will get you a simple way to rule out colors and concentrate on the […]
Sound as you probably know is a series of vibrations at different speeds. This gives the various pitches. The vibrations in turn vibrate the wall and the sound gets transferred through the wall via this vibration. What we try to do is stop or reduce this vibration.
Mass. The simplest method but often the most expensive […]
Easy Peel or Dry Peelable wallcovering - This is a great way to make changing paper easier. The top layer of the vinyl surface is “peeled” off leaving the backing paper still fixed to the wall, ready for the application of new paper.
For information on wallpaper
Fresh flowers are a wonderful addition to any home and add color and style to a room, to keep them living longer add an asprin to the water, or another alternative is a few drops of bleach and a teaspoon of sugar. Make sure that you remove any leafy material that may reside in the […]
December 5, 2008 – 4:09 am
Dezine Tip of the Day - Seasonal Themes
Brighten up you rooms from season to season, change the colors or accessories to suit the seasonal theme or the current climate, spring, summer, autumn and winter.
This can be done with interior decorating accessories like cushions or pillows, throws, vases with fresh flowers, pictures and decorative pieces of […]
Creating a Personal Look - Interior Dezine Tip of the Day
If you want an interior that shows your personality, then a simple way to make your house your home is by creating themed rooms with knick-knacks and accessories that you already have. This reflects your taste and your life’s travels and then you can slowly […]
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Appearance of Color - Dezine Tip of the Day
When selecting colors from small paint chips or swatches, remember that they will look considerably darker when they have been painted on all the walls.
Further reading on the appearance of color
DIY Renovation Painting - Dezine Tip of the Day
Renovating painting is more difficult than starting from scratch. The surface you have to work with is not perfect, so surface preparation is vital, and can make or break a paint job. Ensure you fill any holes and take off any old flaky paint, sand back to […]