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Decorating Guides June 23, 2019

9 Ideas In an Ecofriendly Kitchen Makeover

This Potomac, Maryland, home wanted a kitchen remodel, and as the owner is an environmental activist, it made sense for her kitchen remodel to be as green as you can. The kitchen also had to become an organized place for…..

Bedrooms June 19, 2019

Impress Your Guests: 8 Tips for Gracious Guest Rooms

There are few greater joys in life for me than to remain at the house of a friend or family member who has a thoughtfully appointed guest bedroom. It is like having the luxury of a fantastic hotel with all…..

Coastal Style June 16, 2019

Casual Elegance in a California Beach Home

When interior designer Gail Madison-Goodhue of Madison Interiors and her husband, Richard Goodhue, first walked the steps of the dated standard home, it was”possible at first sight.” It was not ideal, but it was nestled in their perfect location: surrounded…..

Eclectic Homes June 13, 2019

Guest Groups: Bright and Merry!

It’s the season for all that’s bright. Shouldn’t our homes reflect this as well, and not just during the holidays? Let us add touches of bright cheer which will keep our homes merry all through this year. — Victoria from…..

Coastal Style June 10, 2019

Eclectic Global Style in a Swedish Village

Patterned walls, exotic furniture and classic touches gave this midcentury Swedish home a fresh life for a family of six. Cat and James Brewis moved from London to Sweden over 10 years ago and immediately started searching for a home…..

Decorating Guides June 8, 2019

Designer Sketch: Allison Jaffe

Registered interior designer Allison Jaffe takes inspiration from a number of sources, including her town of Austin, Texas, her clients and even antiques. “As a child, I remember being hauled around by my mom to the Austin Antique Mall on…..

Color June 5, 2019

Modern Cottage in Texas

Two blocks from Oyster’s Landing Marina in Austin, Texas, sits a friendly community of gardeners, children of all ages and households that can be seen conversing in front yards above a glass of beer or wine. Welcome to life in…..

Fireplaces March 2, 2019

The way to Repad Recliner Hands

With time, padding on the arms of recliners breaks down and becomes slender. When the arm of the recliner is visibly thin or the wood framework can be felt when you use the recliner, then it is time to replace…..

Furnishings February 26, 2019

What Type of Broom Is Required on Tile Floors?

Abrasives such as scouring pads as well as some brooms scrape tile flooring. Gentle broom bristles, such as people made of rubber or nylon, are non-abrasive and bend enough to avoid scratched tile. Tile Floor Sweeping Pick up particles such…..

Eclectic Homes February 22, 2019

The way to Adjust the Clutch to a Scag Zero-Turn Mower

Scag zero-turn mowers use a power take-off (PTO) electrical clutch. According to Scag, these electrical clutches should be corrected after every 500 hours of operation or annually. As you flip adjustment plates, plates within the clutch system move together or…..