Visit my page to get ideas on window and floor covering products, color trends, design inspiration,as well as tips for going green!
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It's All in the Details Good design is common, while great design is all in the details. Begin your project with classic pieces and then step back and look for opportunities to inject your personal style. Jen's kitchen began with traditional cherry cabinets, black pearl granite counter tops and a neutral ceramic tile floor. Laying the tile flooring on a diagonal opened up the space and gave the room a unique look. Although Jen is conservative, she wanted to add some color in the kitchen. The perfect solution was an iridescent glass mosaic tile for the back splash, which provided the richness and color Jen was looking for. Paint and custom window treatments finished off the space beautifully. Ben and Melissa purchased a contemporary brown Italian leather sofa for their family room. Melissa decided she would like to change the plush carpet to a hard surface flooring that would be easier to clean and help alleviate her son's allergies. Bamboo was practical as well as stylish. Ben chose a large piece of art from their travels to be the main focal point of the room. The single painting created a more dramatic feel than if they had decided to use several smaller paintings spread throughout the space. Woven silk throw pillows and a sisal area rug added texture to Ben and Melissa's condo. Plants and additional lighting was necessary to warm and brighten the family room. When trying to personalize your design, think of colors or items you are passionate about and bring them into your design plan. Make it a focal point or just a splash of color. Just remember to make it about you. |
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Blot Don't Rub! Unfortunately accidents happen, but too often carpet fiber is damaged from over zealous rubbing. The best way to take care of a spill is cold water and blotting with a clean white cloth. Most of our carpets have an 800 number to call and get help with spills and stains. Please don't hesitate to call us, we are here to help. |
Tips for being Green and Energy EfficientInvest in low-flow water fixtures for shower, faucets and toilets and reduce water consumption and electricity costs as much as 50 percent. Turn down your thermostat by just one degree and reduce costs by about 4%. Using a ceiling fan in summer and winter can also help lower heating and A/C consumption. For household cleaning, use inexpensive natural cleaning products such as white vinegar with lemon juice, baking soda and borax. Replace conventional incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs(CFLs). They cost a little more, but last up to 10 times longer, use two-thirds less energy and give off 70 percent less heat. Turn off lights and electronics when you leave the room! Information provided by Hunter Douglas |
Going Green There are many new products available for your home that are eco-friendly. Bamboo and cork are among the hottest new trends in flooring. They offer a variety of styles and colors to choose from, but if you are looking to more vibrant colors with the option of being more creative, look at linoleum. Marmoleum offers linoleum in sheet goods, tile, and planks.
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Stain-Free carpet for 10 years!If you are in the market for new carpet, stop in The Vertical Connection Carpet One and ask about the EverGuard warranty. It is a 10 year stain protection plan that is serviced by 3M. While most carpets do have stain warranties, they cover very little. EverGuard will give you peace of mind since it covers all stains for 10 years. Yes, even pet stains, mustard, coffee and grease! Call or email me for all the details. |
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