Magical Christmas Colour Schemes – Modern Blue And Silver
December 8, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Many people are moving away from the traditional Christmas colours and now using a more modern approach by combining blue and silver to create chic and stylish Christmas colours which inject subtle beauty in an understated way.
As many modern homes have predominately white or cream walls electric blue and silver look stunning or a more [...]
Clever Colour Combinations Part 8: Burgundy And Gold
November 30, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Burgundy red and gold colour combinations have been for many years, they are a timeless classic which are ideal for older styles of houses and renovated farmhouses. These rich colours create a sense of elegant luxury with a warm and homely feel.
The Victorians adored these colours and used them as window dressings with heavyweight brocade [...]
Clever Colour Combinations Part 4: Amethyst And Amber
November 25, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Find complimentary colour combinations is made easy by the latest interior design styles giving you a helping hand! One of the key features in creating successful interiors is to remember the all important finishing touches which remain within your chosen colours.
More often than not people are able to make a decision on their basic colours [...]
Clever Colour Combinations Part 2: Petrol And Brown
November 23, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Petrol and brown and classical colour combinations which are ideal for modern homes. As these colours blend effortlessly with natural materials such as dark wood they remain a firm favourite for any room within your home.
To keep these colours in-trend designers have incorporated copper coloured silk threads and faux silks to retain a fresh look. [...]
Clever Colour Combinations – Part 1: Chocolate And Turquoise
November 22, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Finding colour combinations which suit your personality and the style of your interior can be difficult! This year and for spring 2010 chocolate and turquoise are amongst the hottest colour combinations to use in lounges and bedrooms.
These gorgeous colours can perk up a dull and dingy interior, bringing a new lease of life to your [...]
Secrets Of Creating Successful Interiors – Warm And Inviting
November 12, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
The secret to any successful interior is to ask yourself and answer truthfully, how you would like your living space to make you feel. Once you have answered that fundamental question your quest to have the living space you really want to live in has begun!
If you want a warm and inviting interior where do [...]
Tips To Changing Window Dressings In Fully Furnished Rented Accommodation
November 9, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Many people are finding it really difficult to get on the first rung of the ladder to buying their own home. Whilst it may be a buyers market, house prices in some areas of the UK are gradually beginning to rise again, bank and building societies are also beginning to increase the amount of borrowing.
However [...]
Create Opulent Interiors With White And Gold Colour Schemes
November 1, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Create an opulent look within your home by bringing together white and gold. This elegant look lends itself beautifully to all styles of homes and is one of the hottest looks for autumn/winter this year.
Interior designers have been favouring white as a base colour throughout the year, adding gold is a great way to bring [...]
How to Fit Curtain Tracks
April 30, 2009 by james.brennan · View Comments
Fitting a curtain track is simple and straightforward. To install some tracks you will need the following items:-
A metal tape measure, pencil, plumb line (or alternatively string), drill, screwdriver, dust Sheet (for the especially house proud!), step ladder, hacksaw or pipe cutters and a handful of nails and screws. You should also check that everything [...]
It’s Curtains for You!
March 28, 2009 by james.brennan · View Comments
Of all window dressings, curtains offer the most options for your home. Timeless and period transcending they offer a unique mix of functionality and decoration. However, so much choice available, it is fairly easy to get it wrong. When choosing the perfect curtain designs for your window coverings always keep in mind the style and [...]
