Posted by Alina | Paint | Posted on April 29th, 2012
The orange is one of the hottest colors out there, always bringing a lot of life to any element that is present. Come spring and summer is one of the colors that have presence in both fashion and decoration, but the fact is that in autumn-winter is also great if you combine it with winter tones to create a more welcoming environment.
The bedrooms oranges are very successful this year for both adults and children or babies, and although in this room is always advisable to use light colors, if you combine properly you can achieve wonders. You can use this color to paint the walls or only to other elements such as textiles, furniture or decorative objects.
If you want to paint the orange room you are recommended it in a clear tone very much alive as you get tired quickly. Moreover, just get a very cozy atmosphere. If you want to paint a vivid hue, it is best to also use another color to take away vitality and make it more balanced. For example, Brown combines great with the orange and you fit all year depending on the shade you choose. Read full post
Posted by Alina | Paint | Posted on April 7th, 2012
When decorating our home there are several factors that we usually have in mind, being one of the colors that are going to draw attention to others. It is therefore very important that we dedicate the necessary time to its election as the colors we choose will depend in turn a number of other factors and not always easy to correct the mistakes we have made.
The color that we give to every corner of our house is going to get us to enjoy more or less light, spacious feel enhanced or decreased, as well as feeling better or worse the so-called “heat of home” and all this adding to the importance of mood that these factors may cause us to end by a state in which they also work in a very direct one’s choice of color. Read full post
Posted by Alina | Paint | Posted on March 28th, 2012
The chalkboard paint is one of the best options if you have kids at home as it will combine perfectly decorated and fun. It is a synthetic paint, matte finish and very similar to the board both in appearance and texture. It can draw, color and write like a cole board is involved, so it’s perfect for children’s rooms or spaces where they will be smaller.
You can find it in several colors, not just in the classic slate gray, so no problem to combine it with any decor you have and you look great. Furthermore, although there is much room for the kids to paint, one of the parts of the wall can always leave with the same design and paint the rest, so that drawing will be part of the decoration. Read full post
Posted by Alina | Floor Decor, Paint | Posted on March 25th, 2012
If you have to renovate the houses, yes, but trying for as economical as possible. Take note of these tips for painting your wooden floors like a professional:
If you want to completely cover the wood, as if it were a paint finish, start sanding the surface with a special machine that will save you considerable time. You can rent one at a good price, for hours or during the weekend. Remove dust with a damp cloth, let dry and apply a coat of primer (sealer synthetic) with a roller provided with a long handle. Let dry, ventilate the room well, and gives the first coat of paint in the same way. You can use two-component epoxy paint, synthetic enamel of good quality or a special paint for floors. If you go two-tone paint, gives first hand clearer (two layers). Let dry and cover the areas you want to keep in that color with masking tape. Give two hands of the darker paint with the roller. Read full post
To achieve the look old or used furniture or new used refurbished simple techniques that artificially and economic, will give you character. There are various techniques, some more complicated, requiring the hand of a professional, and simpler ones for which no special skills required. With a few special products, Bought, to get an antique look to furniture or decorative object. This will give a piece old and very economical.
The starting point is a crude wooden structure or a pickled and painted ready for completion. It can be a rather large piece, the foot of a lamp, a box, a chair or a picture frame or mirror any element of wood will do.
“Abuse” the furniture to look old :
The first step is to sand the furniture and make a few notches with an awl or large nail, which will serve to fake samples of woodworm. With the help of a hammer, and using the blunt side, we will look the blows that the time has resulted in the wood. Not surprisingly, they choose places where it is normal to produce such hits: songs, feet on edges and drawers. You can also add a slight scratch and made with a cigarette burn or a candle. Read full post
Posted by admin | Decorate walls, Paint | Posted on July 14th, 2011
Make a headboard for the bed and inexpensive original is easy using the wall as a decorative base and combining it with objects and fabrics that give character.
The headboard of the bed is a central element of the bedroom and often becomes the main focus of attention. When one wants to have an original, cheap and our taste, there are often to flee the shop and take the task in their own hands. Paint the wall and use mosquito nets or canopy will give character.
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Red has become one of the basic colors to decorate our home. It is ideal to separate rooms or out somewhere. Of course, you can not abuse too because it tends to dwarf the room. On the contrary, if you use it in specific areas or corners, fill your room dynamics, breaking the monotony of the decoration. It is ideal for hallways and lobbies.
Do not overuse it in rooms large because, being a primary color very exciting could saturate the environment causing stress. Ideally, choose a wall that is broken windows, a prominent box or a door and it will provide much elegance. And if you combine it with some of its myriad hues, the result is impressive. Read full post
Posted by admin | Bed Room Decor, Paint | Posted on May 2nd, 2011
In the summer we need to get fresh in our rooms and the color has much to say. Color is the ally of our pocket because we can change our room air with just a fresh coat of paint, adding life and vitality to our bedroom.
The color palettes that will help us achieve that desired freshness so hot days are modern and fresh. The white is the color par excellence, is the tone light and refreshing of all. But with the help of other colors are to give that touch to customize our home such as with bright colors, green, and red, orange, blue. Read full post
The turquoise is inspired by water and sky. If you have chosen this color for your home, know that it is ideal to highlight other colors such as neutrals and browns. If you combine it with red or different shades of pink, is a perfect complement. Along with the blue sea will create a relaxing environment you’ll love. You get to give a modern look to stay if you combine it with white or black. And with pink, turquoise brings the room a feminine air.
The turquoise color is ideal for almost any color palette, so it provides an extreme beauty in your bathroom; fill the air with the feeling of a spa itself, in which the freshness and relaxation are guaranteed.
This color stimulates creativity and communication by making it a good choice for children and youth rooms. This color goes with almost all styles, providing a great beauty to the environment. For example, in an old room, accessories such as lamps or coffee tables or chairs or upholstered chairs in turquoise, give us clean air and relaxing. Read full post
Green is a great ally to decorate your home. You can choose to walls or furniture and accessories, combining it with other colors. The strongest colors are best in large rooms, including valid for youth rooms and games, especially if they have large windows. The light colors such as green aurora, Zen or fennel green light filled the room because they get better reflect light.
Green is a cool color that fills the room. If you decide to use a strong tone, not to put many ornaments, to saturate the environment. An elegant option is to combine it with other colors such as white. Choose the main wall to the green and furniture or accessories such as curtains, cushions, lamps, will give a touch of color to fill the living room. Stores like Home have impressive collections of furniture, accessories and ornaments you’ll love. Read full post