Home Hygiene Tips
January 2, 2024Taking care of your home is as important as taking care of your body. Cleaning and disinfecting your home helps reduce your risk of infection to keep you and your family healthy. Use these home hygiene and health tips to maintain a clean, comfortable environment. Understanding Why Good Home Hygiene Is Important General home…
Read more ›Interior Design Q&A: Neutral Color for Area Rugs
January 3, 2017Question. What is a good neutral color for an area rug for a living room? I was considering black because I feel it goes w/ everything. Answer. Depending on your other furnishings one black accessory is usually a good idea to help “ground” a room. Depending on what kind of mood you want to portray,…
Read more »Interior Design Q&A: Decorating in Cabin Theme
January 3, 2017Question. I am decorating my new house (bare walls) in a cabin theme. I have chosen cabin red for the living room. Do I have to keep using dark colors for sitting room and kitchen to balance it out? Or can I use any color I want? Answer. You may want to consider using the…
Read more »HVAC Floor Registers vs Wall Registers: Which is Better?
December 30, 2016Which is better – HVAC supply registers on the floor or in the ceiling? Neither is “better” per se. The optimal placement of HVAC supply registers in your home or building depends upon the building’s design and your unique comfort needs. What is the difference between HVAC supply registers in the floor vs the ceiling?…
Read more »Interior Design Q&A: Match Furniture with Curtains
December 16, 2016Question. I just bought burgundy sheer curtains for my living room. What color should I buy the sofa set? Answer. You might want to consider a more neutral colored sofa in a timeless style. This way you have the flexibility to change your decor in the room or even use the sofa in another room.…
Read more »Interior Design Q&A: Open Up a Small Room with Color
December 16, 2016Question. I want to paint my bedroom. It is very small what are some good color choices to maybe open the room up or so it doesn’t feel as small? Thanks! Answer. If you would like a small room to appear larger, you have a few options. You may want to consider a light color…
Read more »Interior Design Q&A: Mixing Wood Species in Decor
December 10, 2016Question. Can you put medium cherry (med. brown) hardwood laminate in a house with oak cabinets? Answer. You are probably ok in doing that, as it is becoming more common to mix wood species, materials, and finishes. Make sure to take a sample home and hold it up next to the cabinets. For more information…
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