September 14, 2007
Bathroom decorating ideas
There are four main bathroom accessories that you can install yourself that will change the way this very important room in your home will look. They are small bathroom vanities, decorative sinks and faucets (shower faucets are easy to install but require a little more work), wall mirrors and new counter tops.
If you are thinking about remodeling or renovating this room we have added a couple of easy ideas that can be done in a few hours. Changing a shower stall or adding a new tub or toilet is a much bigger job and should only be considered when you want to renovate the bathroom. For our purposes we are only looking at accessories that are easy to do.
Concentrate more on the sink area, bathroom sink faucets are it is much easier to change than shower taps. Danze, kohler, porcher and toto brands have the most modern styles for you to choose from.
If you would like to know more about these or would like to view the entire collection or compare prices go here to bathroom decor ideas.You can install these easily enough yourself. Modern faucets will give a whole new look to the sink area and even make an older counter top look better.
Double sinks with a matching mirror seem to be the trend in new homes. Just make sure, before you order that you measure the wall area width and height to see if the one you like will fit. Having
bathroom vanity lights above a mirror is just not enough or do they provide the best light to see yourself in.
Side mirror lights or wall sconces are the favored accessory for this. If you are planning to renovate this room first go to this page to find out more aboutplanning a bathroom renovation and which fixtures to pick first.
March 18, 2007
Bathroom decor ideas
One is the one bathroom decor item that you use the most and has the greatest decorative effect on your bathroom?
That would be your bathroom faucet!
Bathroom sink faucets can easily change a dull sink and counter top to something out of the ordinary. Faucets are easy to install and not that expensive. Their are basically only a few styles but are produced from at least thirty different manufactures. Moen, delta and american standard are just a couple of the more well known bathroom faucet producers.
The styles that you need to view are wall mounted faucets, single hole bathroom faucets and basin faucets (which are the new trend in bathrooms this year)
- To view any of these models go to our main page about bathroom sink faucets and compare styles that would look best in your bathroom.
If you want to change the look of your sink this is the way to go, unless you want to buy a new sink and vanity unit which would be much more expensive.
Posted on 10:00 PM | Details | Comments (1)March 09, 2007
Bedding for day beds
Daybeds seem to be a hard find when it comes to shopping for sheet sets and blankets. Not too many department stores carry a very large selection for you to choose from.
This company carries a large selection of bedding for daybeds including Euro Shams, fitted sheets and duvet sets. BEDDINGSETS.COM is the place to start looking.
When buying be sure to choose a material that is machine washable. If you dont you will need to buy a couple of sets because you will need something while your comforter is out at the dry cleaners.
Usually you can find this information on the furniture hangtag or on the manufacturer's label. Here is a reference list of those cleaning codes:
WS: This fabric may be cleaned with water-based cleaning agents and foams, as well as with mild, water-free dry cleaning solvents.
W: Use water-based cleaning agents or foams only.
S: Use only mild, water-free dry cleaning solvents.
X: Do not use foam or liquid agents on this fabric. Vacuum or brush lightly to remove soil.
January 11, 2007
Bathroom decor ideas
The bathroom is probably the room in your home that you always want to redecorate. I know it is in my home, it seems either my wife or one of my teenagers are always looking for a bathroom decor ideas that they can do themselves. Plumbing was always and issue so I taught them how to install simple things like faucets and shower taps. They are now tackling bigger jobs like the bathroom counter, which is a very easy do-it-yourself job.
If you need to go back click here gor more about bathroom decor
The four bathroom decor ideas that they have done themselves are listed below. They are the main bathroom accessories that make the biggest difference in the way your bathroom will look. Installing bathroom flooring is a different issue that requires a bit more skill, so I left that one out. If you would like to know more go here to read about bathroom flooring or here to planning a bathroom renovation.for information. Curtain ideas is on curtains for the bathroom.
Small bathroom vanities
Traditional or contemporary vanities for the bathroom
It's good to have a general idea of the what features you want for a vanity before you tear out the old one. Double sinks with a matching mirror seem to be the trend in new homes. Just make sure, before you order that you measure the wall area width and height to see if the one you like will fit. An easy way to do this would be measure your old bathroom counter and cupboards and then look for one roughly the same size.
Faucets for the sink or shower
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Concentrate more on the sink area it is much easier to change that the shower accessories. Danze, kohler, porcher and toto brands have the most unique and modern styles for you to choose from. You can install these easily enough yourself. Modern faucets will give a whole new look to the sink area and even make an older counter top look better.
Bathroom wall mirrors
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These really brighten up this room and make your look other accents reflect both your good taste and style. This is why it is so important to choose the right one to match the rest of your accessories. The better designers and manufactures are Hillsdale, Murray Feiss and Quoizel they have the most interesting styles and designs for your bathroom.
Bathroom counter accessory
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towel racks, soap dispensers, decorative trash cans for bathrooms, hair dryer holders and other neat accessories for the powder room.
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Posted on 03:53 PM | Details | Comments (1)December 14, 2006
Choosing a washing machine
Lets start by saying that if you choose an expensive washer over one thats around 500 dollars thinking that because its more effiecient, you will probably never get your money back in the long run. They are by far better in performance and quiter, which is normally why you buy the more costly machines.
Front loading machines are quieter and easier on your clothes than top loading washing mackines but are harder to load. This is something to be concerned with if you have a bad back. One detail that you won't be able to check if you buy online is the vibration of the spin cycle of the front loading machines, they can cause the floor to vibrate. The best thing to do is find a friend that has one and ask them, keep in mind what type of flooring they have underneath.
If your laundry room is near a family room or down the hallway near a bedroom, the noise level will be a priority when you buy. The upper end machines will be quieter than a cheap model, Maytag and Whirlpool washing machines are a good choice for sound levels.
The controls you want are also a very important feature. Temperature controls for the hot and cold water need to be automatic so that it controls the temperature of the incoming feed.
If you buy a new front loading machine and this would include the new models of top loaders, you will also have to change your detergent becuase they need a higher quality soap.
When you buy a new machine and use it for the first time you may feel disappointed in that it seemed to take longer to wash your clothes. Well guess what it did! The newer machines especially the end of 2006 and the 2007 models are better at cleaning and are gentler in the process so it does take a few minutes longer in each cycle.
Posted on 10:31 PM | Details | Comments (0)December 07, 2006
Why a hand towel
Why do you need to have a hand towel in the bathroom instead of just a great big bath towel. Well let me tell you why I wish I had one in my bathroom yesterday.
It was the morning time - not the best of times - but hey I have 4 teenage daughters. I was in the bathroom shaving or at least trying to shave. I kept getting kicked out as everyone migrated towards this room to fix hair or put on makeup. Anyway back to my life, my cell phone rang so I answered it because the call displayed came up and it was a buddy of mine. He didn't want anything so we chatted for a minute and hung up. I placed my cell phone on the edge of the counter and finished up shaving, not giving it another thought.
Just at that time my wife walks by the bathroom and politely reminds me to clean up after myself and make sure the sink and counter are clean like she had it. Ok i'll be honest it was exacvtly polite (we've been married for 26 years)what she really said was "don't leave a mess like you always do" - "do you think you can handle that after all this time" Well I was going to show her.
Not seeing a small towel nearby I picked the large bath towel off the floor where I was going to fold it nicely, (later) I then proceeded to show my wife I cared, I wiped out the sink with it and then started wiping off all the drips on the counter. Just about then I took a large fast swipe along the counter top and didn't notice my cell phone sitting close to the edge because the towel was kind of too big to use.
Needless to say the cell phone went flying off the bathroom counter into the toilet with one big splash. Yes it was turned on and yes I had to reach down to my elbow to fish it out. After rasising it from the deep, I noticed that it was fryed and I spent the rest of the morning looking for a new cell phone to buy.
Who do I blame: well my wife of course because if we had proper bathroom hand towels I could have used one of them instead of a great big bath towel. My stroy is that I would have seen it if the towel wa smaller. And just in case you are wondering what I did with the towel after I dryed my arm off from being in the toilet. I hung it up in my wifes bathroom (Just kidding) but I did think of it.
I have to go now because my wife bev will be coming into her office in a minute to work and I am not really allowed to post thing in her blog unless I ask. So much for 24 or maybe its 27 years of very happy years of marriage, honey
Posted on 06:37 PM | Details | Comments (1)November 16, 2006
Bedroom bookcases for storage
Are you having trouble keeping things organized in the bedroom.
Corners are a problem when decorating a bedroom and tryinig to buy storage shelves. The answer to this is a wooden bookcase for a corner that will fit nicely into your bedroom decor.
Search a wide selection of bookcases for your bedroom, available with many options for style and size. Some of these bookcases are equipped with cabinet doors, adjustable shelves, dual sets of shelves, and come in a variety of wood finishes. They are one of the best ways to keep a teenagers bedroom well organized. You can use these to support books, decorative ornaments or to keep all your small eclectronic divices in one place, which always seem to get lost in a bedroom.
- More about bedroom decor ideas and buying a book case for the bedroom on this page.
October 12, 2006
Curved shower curtain rod
Crescent shaper shower rods for 5' or 6' Standard Tubs
It curves 3" inward at the corners to stop leaks. It also curves 6" outward in the middle, beyond the tub's rim… creating lots of extra space.
Keep your floors dryer and have more room in the shower as well with these decorative curved shower curtain rods. Designed to fit 6' standard or oval tubs, these rods curve 6'' outward in the center, creating much more open space. In addition, they also curve 3'' inward at the corners so that your shower curtain will stop water from escaping.
These curved shower curtain rods will give you the feel of a larger tub ? without the time and expense of installing a new one. Designed to fit 6' standard or oval tubs, these rods curve 6'' outward in the center, creating much more open space. In addition, they also curve 3'' inward at the corners so that your shower curtain will stop water from escaping.
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or continue to next page to see the assorted finishes you can buy.
The brackets allow the rod to adjust for different lengths between end walls. They can even be cut on site for shorter installations. Compatible with standard shower curtains ? no specialized curtains necessary. Includes Hardware for a Variety of Installation Options Each shower curtain rod comes with 4 wood screws, 4 tile anchors, 4 sheetrock anchors, 2 set screws, and an allen wrench. One year manufacturer's warranty.
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The Patented Crescent Rod™ is the most dramatic change in the shower rod in 50 years. It Curves inward at the corners, curves outward at the center, extending inches beyond the rim to add 25% more space. It curves 3" inward 6" outward in the middle, beyond the tub's rim? Increased Space Gives your standard tub the same extra standing - elbow room of the much wider oval tub. AS SEEN ON HGTV
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Posted on 09:09 AM | Details | Comments (0)September 02, 2006
Floral prints for bedding
I cam across this site here http://designsponge.blogspot.com/, iwas looking at their new home collections. You have to see these to really appreciate the beauty and artistic designs of these floral prints on bedding and pillows. Apparently the collection is available for purchase in mid-august which also includes a beautiful new duvet cover pattern, pillows and canvas wall art.
Posted on 05:59 PM | Details | Comments (0)August 24, 2006
Planning a bathroom reno
Todays trends in homes are shifting from buying a new one to renovating an existing home. This is mostly being driven by the high cost in property. People are starting to understand that even though the price of their home has risen 300% if they are looking to buy a home in the same area or city, the cost is relevant and of no benefit to reducing your mortgage. What is cost effective now is to either renovate the entire home or add an addition. Normally people start with the bathroom, either making it larger or upgrading the fixtures and tiles. If you go to this page on our main home decor site you can read more about how to get started with a bathroom renovation and replacing your water closet and here to read about lighting for a bathroom
Posted on 12:46 PM | Details | Comments (1)August 10, 2006
Traditional clawfoot bathtubs
Redecorating your bathroom to a more tradional look. If you want this in your own home, you may consider adding a clawfoot bathtub. A clawfoot bathtub is very popular for people who want to have a classic American look in their bathroom.
There are different styles in a clawfoot bathtub. There are bathtubs that are made from cast iron or acrylic, the style varies from roll top, dual and dual slipper. Each style allows you to choose different kinds of feet for your clawfoot bathtub like a ball & claw, lion paw, imperial pedestal and skirt.
If you are a strict traditionalist and want a clawfoot bathtub to have that original look, you may want to consider having a cast iron clawfoot bathtub. These bathtubs can be painted and repainted to match the décor in your bathroom. Cast iron clawfoot bathtubs are heavy and are not suited for people with bathrooms in the second floor of their house unless you know the floor is built strong enough. The alternative is a acrylic clawfoot tub that is light weight and easier to move and install. Acrylic clawfoot bathtubs are good insulators that can keep your water warm longer.
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