We all want to get the most out of our home, especially in this economy. Here are a few suggestions that will help you with resale. Heck, when you get done making these improvements you may not even want to sell your house. Curb appeal – you may be sick of hearing this word but [...]
Posted in Design and Decorating, Hints and Advice, Outdoor Living | Also tagged bathroom updates, curb appeal, Decorating, design, flooring choices, get your home buyer ready, home, home decor, ready to sell your home, room
Some of you like to do home improvements on your own, or at least you want to understand the process of laying tile, preparing a sub floor, knowing what tools are needed and which adhesive works best. But who has time to spend hours on-line or at your nearby hardware store trying desperately to find [...]
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Whether you are remodeling your guest bathroom or planning one for your home that is under construction there are several things you should consider before everything is installed. Your most important goal is to make a welcoming space for your guests. While you may splurge on your master bath by adding a huge bathtub, radiant [...]
Are babies a part of your life? If you have children, they’re probably front and center. But even if we’re talking about grandchildren, nieces and nephews, or the children and grandchildren of friends or neighbors, most of us are lucky enough to have children in their lives. You may keep cookies in the kitchen for [...]
Now the kids are back at school, you’ve got time to do some Fall Homework of your own. And the Century Tile Fall Homework sale is on now. Look out for Fall Homework Deals in all 12 Century Tile stores. We have 25% off our entire Arbor Collection of Distinctive Hardwoods, including both ¾ inch [...]
This space has an open feeling but clearly defined areas thanks to some really smart design decisions. Changes in the level of the floor as well as different types of flooring provide a natural separation for the functional areas in this great room. The main living area has 24-inch stone flooring with an inviting shine [...]
Posted in Design and Decorating, Hardwood and Laminate, Tile | Also tagged brown leather, ceiling, conversation area, cozy, design decisions, dividers, flooring choices, Kitchen, level, Lighting, living area, open space, Oriental rug, wood and tile
The view in this photo is inviting, but what makes it special is the archway that we get to look through. It serves as a frame for the street and creates a personal sense to what we see. Our homes have natural vistas also, and it’s a good idea to stop sometimes and take a [...]
Posted in Design and Decorating, Hardwood and Laminate, Tile | Also tagged archway, Decoration, doorways, focal point, frame, guests, natural lines, openings, personal sense, rooms, rough street, street, tile, view, vistas, wood
How tempted are you to walk into this store? The name – Expensive – would make many of us hesitate. Do you feel that many stores should have this name? Sometimes walking into a store that sells home products such as flooring can feel this way too, but remember that most home products last much [...]
Different home choices work well at various times in your life. For a number of empty nesters, now may be the time to transition from the large family home in the suburbs to a comfortable urban condo. Great views, low maintenance and easy walking access to amenities make this decision a popular one. If you’re [...]
Posted in Design and Decorating | Also tagged comfortable urban condo, current decorating scheme, flooring dollar, home choices, large family home, liefestyle change, low maintenance, luxurious carpeting, necessary floor breaks, open floor plan, rugs, tile, wood floors
If you love bright light colors, you may have been frustrated about finding flooring that can handle a variety of vivid shades. White carpeting would be beautiful, but demanding to maintain. Most tile has a cream or beige tone, and white tile in a living area might feel cold, no matter how much color you [...]
Posted in Carpet, Design and Decorating, Hardwood and Laminate | Also tagged bright colors, carpeting, designers, durability, flexibility, graphic artists, Honeysuckle, light wood, longevity, Pantone's color for 2011, reddish pink, tates & color, vivid shades