Five Reasons Granite Countertops Are Going To Change Your Life

If you are planning on redoing your kitchen, or even simply updating the countertops, you want to consider granite. Here are five reasons this choice is going to change your life: Granite Countertops are Maintenance Free: Okay, so you might need to wipe down the granite countertops with some soap and water every once in a while, but that's it. Granite countertops are virtually maintenance free because they do not easily stain or scratch. [Read More]

What Are You Doing Wrong In Decorating Your Home?

Interior design is far more complicated than many people realize. To successfully decorate a home, a mixture of restraint, good taste, and attention to detail is needed. Unfortunately, some homeowners fall short in one or all of these areas and end up with a home that could be better decorated. If you are decorating your home, here are some design mistakes to watch out for: Selecting Disproportionate Furnishings One of the most commonly made mistakes by amateur designers is they fail to consider the scale and proportion of items in their designs. [Read More]

Drapes, Liners, And Curtain Rods: How To Make Them All Work

If you've seen those lushly decorated windows where there is a flowing, sheer liner and heavy drapes, you know that you can't just toss those on a curtain rod and call it a day. In order to be able to open the drapes but keep the liner closed, the two window coverings have to be installed or used in a specific manner. The problem is that you need to be able to pull back the drapes without also pulling back the liner, and if you've got only one curtain rod up, you have to make a few changes. [Read More]

FAQ About Staging A House

Not being able to sell a house after it has been on the market for a long time can be discouraging, especially when you need the money. Sometimes the only reason for a house not being able to be sold is due to the way it is being marketed. Your house must be presentable enough to give potential buyers a reason to want it, such as by making them feel cozy when they are viewing it. [Read More]