Whether your guest room is just now empty of summer visitors, or you are ramping up for a flurry of fall guests, now is a good time to pay some special attention to closet space.

If you are fortunate enough to have a room dedicated to guests only, including a closet, you may find a few ...

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While doors are necessary for privacy in a home, sometimes they just get in the way of living. Rooms with too many doors leave little space for furnishings or artwork or even a clear definition of how the room should be used.<< MORE >>

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, defines an etagere as "a piece of light furniture very similar to the English 'what-not', which was extensively made in France during the latter part of the 18th century. It consists of a series of stages or shelves for the reception of ornaments or other small articles. Like the what-not it was very often cornerwise in shape, and the best Louis XVI examples in exotic woods are exceedingly graceful and elegant.<< MORE >>

When decorating or remodeling every dollar counts. In order to get a high end look with limited budget, you have to decide what counts and what is less important; you must prioritize your wish list. Establishing a wish list is a good start. << MORE >>

Whether it is inside or outside, there are many store sales for paint, and people seem to be taking advantage of them. Naturally, I favor painting as it is a most practical and necessary endeavor; but I think I will wait until the 100 degree temperatures move down the thermometer a number of degrees.<< MORE >>

Large and oversized rooms can be as daunting as small rooms when it comes to decorating and making the best use of space. While it does not seem to make sense, it is often the case when I try to help clients with their "problem rooms". << MORE >>

There are flooring solutions for every situation; you just need the information.  Many homes and businesses are built on concrete slabs, and may have specific flooring limitations. but what is not obvious to everyone, is that there is often a great deal of moisture in the ground, and it differs greatly over a short distance. In other words where there is more dense population of homes or businesses the hydrostatic water pressure is ...

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Outdoor rooms are about to get a boost of color as we move outside to enjoy the summer season. Now is the time to get your outside rooms in order, and a great time to add some color.<< MORE >>

Finding extra seating or sleeping space is a challenge for most homeowners. Kids' bedrooms are unlikely places for guests and even the occasional slumber party with space being at a premium.<< MORE >>

There may still be a few attics left untouched for decades, housing treasures from the past. One of the most useful items from past centuries is the tea cart. These carts were once used for formal teas, holding the delights of dainty sandwiches and pretty desserts along with the afternoon pick-me-up pot of tea, served in delicate bone china cups. << MORE >>