Steve Green

After graduating in 2011, Steve worked in the interior design industry as a sales, advisor, and marketer. He has been writing and editing since 2014 mostly in the home decor and gardening industry. His area of expertise includes home decor, color matching, and home improvement. Steve is passionate about architecture, interior trends, using colors, and improving all parts of his home. 10 years of professional web publishing and media experience. 8 years working in the home design and interior decor industry.

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Colors that Go with Light Purple
| Updated November 16, 2023 | Published April 9, 2022

Light purple is not a color that you might instantly think of when decorating a room unless that room is a nursery for a baby; however, this is a versatile color that can make any room feel refreshing or soothing, and it works well with a variety of different shades. Here we look at some of the best colors to pair with light purple in home decor.

Colors that go with light gray walls
| Updated November 16, 2023 | Published April 8, 2022

Light gray is a color that is achieved in its truest form by blending a small ratio of black with a large ratio of white. When it comes to wall paint, light gray is rarely presented as a true gray, and instead, it will have undertones of other colors. Light gray can be warm or cool, but most commonly, it has cool undertones of blue.

Colors that go with Hot Pink
| Updated November 16, 2023 | Published April 8, 2022

Hot pink, when used with black, is synonymous with the punk movement. It has taken on an almost ironic attitude as a shade of pink that refuses to conform with the rest of the dainty pink shades. While hot pink can be seen as rebellious in some contexts, it also has associations with femininity, as it is very close in color to barbie pink.

Colors that Go with Blue and Yellow
| Updated November 16, 2023 | Published April 8, 2022

Blue and yellow are a color pairing that was widely used in the 1990s, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. They are also colors that are synonymous with Mediterranean styles. Here we look at other colors to include in a blue and yellow color scheme to provide balance, depth, and style.

Crimson Color
| Updated November 16, 2023 | Published April 8, 2022

Crimson is a bright shade of red that has blue undertones, giving it a very subtle purple hue. The name was derived from the word ‘kermes’ because red dye was originally made by crushing the bodies of kermes vermilio insects. Discover what it means and how to pair with crimson in this article.

colors that go with black and gold
| Updated November 14, 2023 | Published April 8, 2022

Black and gold can be used as a color scheme by themselves, but adding an extra color to the mix will make things more interesting, adding an extra dimension to a room’s decor.

Celadon Color
| Updated November 14, 2023 | Published April 7, 2022

Celadon is a shade of pale blue-green, which is named after the Chinese glazed ceramics of the same name and color. Celadon ceramics originated in China, where they were highly regarded for several centuries by the Imperial Court.

Types of Stair Treads
| Updated August 18, 2023 | Published April 7, 2022

There are a variety of stair treads – they can be made with different types of wood and can be tiled with many material options. Learn all about stair treads in this article.

Standard Shower Rod Size
| Updated January 15, 2024 | Published April 6, 2022

Shower rods come in three standard sizes. These are 41 inches, 60 inches, and 72 inches. To find out which size you need in your bathroom, measure in a straight line from one side wall in your bathroom to the opposite parallel wall.

Standard Ironing Board Size
| Updated July 5, 2022 | Published April 6, 2022

Ironing tops the list of least favorite chores among most adults; however, it is a necessary evil if you want your work shirts and children’s school uniform to look fresh and crisp. Ironing boards are one household essential that almost everyone has in their home since they make the task of ironing much easier and safer than possible alternatives.

Standard Ceiling Tile Size
| Updated August 4, 2022 | Published April 5, 2022

Ceiling tiles come in just two standard sizes. The smaller size is 2 feet by 2 feet, which equates to 24 inches by 24 inches, or 60cm by 60cm. The larger size is 2 feet by 4 feet, which equates to 24 inches by 48 inches, or 60cm by 120cm.

Cost to Rent a Pressure Washer at Lowes
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published April 5, 2022

Rental pressure washers at Lowe’s start at just $6 an hour for a minimum period of 4 hours, so you can complete quite an extensive task during that time for a really reasonable cost. By comparison, you can expect to pay a professional around $80 per hour to come and pressure wash your driveway, so that’s a significant saving.