When I moved into my first apartment, I had to make do with older pieces that I liberated from the attics and basements of loved ones. After saving some money, I decided to fix up my bedroom first. That meant settling on a design for the room. A lot of thought went into my selections. I needed to think about the colors for the furniture, the style, and even the type of mattress I wanted for the bed. After choosing wall color, I moved on to selecting a bedding set with matching window treatments. My success with my bedroom motivated me to tackle each room in the apartment in turn. If you need to decorate your home one room at a time, let me provide some tips. I'll make suggestions buying furniture that is to scale and choosing your colors. In no time, each room will look great.
Posted on: 20 March 2015
Springs is on the way and you might have found yourself smitten with spring fever. When cleaning up the house this spring, consider renting out a self storage unit. It can help the process move along rather swimmingly and get you back on track for the normal life. So, how can self storage help you through the seasonal changes? Rotate Out Your Seasonal Stuff This is where self storage really shines. [Read More]
Posted on: 11 March 2015
Choosing outdoor furniture should be dependent upon your climate. If you live by the beach or seashore, your outdoor furniture must meet certain criteria to withstand fading from the sun and damage from moisture. As you shop for your outdoor beach house furniture at places like Modern Home 2 Go, there are more aspects to consider than merely a nautical theme. The Most Suitable Materials for Outdoor Beach Furniture When selecting your outdoor chairs, tables and accessories, a major consideration should be the materials you choose. [Read More]
Posted on: 5 March 2015
Moving from one place to another can be a huge pain, largely because you often have to figure out unique ways to deal with your belongings. If you have a number of items that you need to stash away somewhere before moving, renting out a storage unit is one of the best ways to go about it. To that end, you'll need to make sure that you follow some guidelines that will allow you to make the absolute most of this process. [Read More]
Posted on: 19 February 2015
When you are in the middle of your Saturday morning chores, nothing is more frustrating than a washing machine that calls it quits. To finish your laundry, you might find yourself hefting baskets of dirty clothes to your local laundromat or spending all evening at your in-law's house. However, you don't have to let a broken appliance ruin your weekend. Here are two ways to fend off washing machine damage: [Read More]