September 29, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Kitchen Care
Have you purchased a cabinet last year and it’s already breaking into pieces – first the knob, then the hinge? Well, that is because you haven’t put into a lot of thought or probably didn’t think that it’s important to consider quite lot of things. Depending on the region where you live, if it’s a damp place, it’s not at all wise to buy wooden cabinets. They might bloat, expand or contract which sometimes lead to non-closure of your cabinet leading to rodent entrance.
Often, you buy a cabinet without exactly figuring out how much space your kitchen has. You need to buy stuffs which are compact in case you have a small kitchen or need to opt for multi-door cabinets one after another to create more space. You should avoid buying cabinets which are made out of metal. Often the kitchen is heated up and the metal might just melt the edibles kept inside.
September 25, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Home Decor
One of the most underrated objects of home décor is the door lever. When you enter a room, the first thing you see and grasp in the room is the door lever. Yet not many people give much thought to these levers when they are designing their homes. The choice of door levers is made last minute and people pick the first design they lay their eyes upon. Yet the right door lever compliments the whole décor of the room.
Before going to the market to get door levers, keep in mind your budget. There are numerous designs that are being manufactured out there and clearing out your budget would allow you to narrow down your search. Keep the décor of the room in mind. Try to match the material of the lever with the general décor of the room. Make sure the color ofthe lever blends in with the room as well.
September 21, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Furniture
If you are having wrought iron furniture in your patio or terrace, you might have encountered the stubborn rust many times. Did you find them difficult? If the answer is yes, you will surely differ after having gone through the simple steps that I am providing you here. Removing rust is nothing but a cakewalk with the use of nothing but regular household articles.
Steps for removing rust from wrought iron:
ü Pick out the areas affected by rust and apply rubbing oil, vinegar or lemon on them. The acid in these substances loosen the stubborn rust and makes removal easy for you.
ü Leave your furniture in that state for some time. Give the acid some time to react and do its work.
ü Take a scrubber, wire wool or sandpaper and rub out the loosened rust. You might need to put in a bit of effort in this, but the result will be indeed fruitful.
Always remember, prevention is better than cure. Keep your furniture dry to avoid rust as it always requires both water and oxygen to get formed.
September 17, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Furniture
Earlier metal beds were considered more fashionable than their wooden counterparts. Everybody considered the metal ones to be affordable only by the elite class. But as the times changed, so have the preferences of people.
Wooden beds are preferred because they are very economical and because of its easy maintenance. It can easily blend in with your room decoration. Another advantage of wooden beds is that it can be easily modified whereas metal beds are not much prone to modifications.
But there are some reasons why people still go for metal beds. It provides
September 13, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Bedroom
If a single word could describe the Victorian style of décor, it would have been ‘elegance’. Personifying class, grandeur and timeless appeal, a Victorian décor is a fine change from a contemporary look. Giving your bedroom a Victorian appeal can be simple if certain guidelines are kept in mind. First things first, you’ll require a king sized wooden bed with intricate detailings to give your bedroom a grand appeal.
Complimenting that use drapes, fluffy and lacy pillows and canopies to complete the whole look. Next, pick up the right furniture that reflects a Victorian style. To facilitate the process you can refer to 20mg the internet for intricate details. Dark wooden furniture best compliments Victorian décor, thus try to stick to darker shades of wood like mahogany. Tables, chests, dressers, etc should be so picked up so that they harmonise the whole appeal.
Now coming to the ancillary accessories, go for oval shaped large rugs preferably oriental to enhance the room’s appeal. Pick up antique floor and wall lamps according to the rest of the décor. You can also go for replicas which are much more cost effective. Thus, sleep in grandeur in a beautifully adorned room done up in Victorian style.
September 10, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Bedroom
Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art which deals with home decoration. The main science it uses is the laws of attraction and how well to attract the positive energy into your room by redirecting the negative away. Let us say you want to incorporate Feng Shui in your bedroom. But you do not have the budget to totally redesign the room. One of the best things about Feng Shui is that you can actually get the right design just by rearranging the objects rightly around.
The first important rule is to remove any kind of electronics out of the bedroom. These are not objects meant for a room of relaxation. Make sure your bed is placed in the right order. The foot of the bed should not face the door or the mirror. The head of the bed should not be against a window. If you have picture of war, loneliness or destruction, they should be done away with immediately. These simple tips will ensure you redirect the positive energy towards your room.
September 05, 2010 // Posted by: cooldude // Category:
Carpets & Rugs
If you are investing to buy a carpet, then you need to ensure that you do everything to make it last long. We take utmost care on how to choose a carpet and how to match it with our rooms, but often we forget to inquire and follow the basics to take care of it.
Choose the right kind of fabric. Stain resistant fabrics are the best. Tell your manufacturer what exactly you need. If a fabric with anti stain properties is unavailable, try buying cleaning products which suits the carpet well, without ruining it.
If you own a vacuum cleaner, turn it on the low side and vacuum over your carpet frequently. This is an excellent method to remove dirt from carpets and make them look fresh and new. And then of course, try as much as you can to keep your carpet clean. Don’t eat on it; don’t walk on it with dirty shoes. Follow these tips and male it last long.