Home Improvement

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Home Improvement

14 Hardwood Floor and Wall Color Combinations for a Cohesive Design
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Hardwood flooring is a popular choice for a modern or traditional home thanks to the warmth it brings to bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms. Hardwood flooring is a healthier alternative to tiles as it doesn’t trap dust or dirt. There is no denying the aesthetic beauty, durability and functionality of hardwood flooring. If you’ve opted for this type of flooring, it means you’ve preferred comfort and sustainability over tiles or marble.

What Color Siding Goes with Brown Brick: 9 Options Explored 
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published November 12, 2021

A brown brick exterior gives a home an instant curb appeal. When paired with the right color siding, the brick portion of the house is beautifully highlighted. But the trick is to know how subtle or strong the siding color should be next to brown brick. Brown is a warm color, thus it works well with both warm and cool hues.

What Accent Chairs Go with a Gray Sofa?
| Updated August 7, 2022 | Published November 11, 2021

A gray sofa is a good investment piece of furniture because, as a neutral and very versatile color, gray can be coordinated with almost any other color, allowing you to change your decor style without having to buy a new sofa each time.

What Color Ceiling Goes with Gray Walls?
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Traditionally ceilings have been painted white, and so when decorating our homes, most of us naturally paint our ceilings white without realizing that actually there are other alternatives. Here we look at some of the best ceiling color options to go with gray walls.

What Color Garage Door Goes with a Gray House?
| Updated August 1, 2022 | Published November 10, 2021

If you are getting a new garage door or painting your current garage door, you are probably considering which color is going to look best with your gray house. There are several answers to this question depending on the shade of gray your house is, the type of style you are going for, and whether you want your garage door to stand out or blend in with the house. Here we look at the best color options for garage doors on gray homes.

Bedroom with a Couch Layout
| Updated February 2, 2024 | Published November 9, 2021

The addition of a couch is a nice touch in a bedroom, providing somewhere to read and relax or a spot to enjoy a drink. These bedrooms with a couch offer an insight into potential layouts.

Minimalist Desks
| Updated November 9, 2021 | Published November 9, 2021

With more and more people making the move to work from home instead of at the office, there is an increasing need for stylish yet functional desk furniture which is compact enough to fit into small corners of rooms to create a home working area.

What Color Goes with Brown Paneling: 10 Chic Options
| Updated August 5, 2022 | Published November 7, 2021

Wall paneling is often perceived as an outdated concept for interior design mainly because of the traditional look of wood planks. However, the latest trend is to create wall paneling from laminate or fiberglass, which are a maintenance-free and modern alternative to wood. Since the color brown is an inviting and cozy color, it opens up many design possibilities when pairing brown paneling with other colors in the room.

What is Boxing Paint
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published November 6, 2021

The term ‘boxing paint’ is something you probably haven’t heard before unless you’re a professional painter and decorator or you’re very keen on DIY. Boxing paint is a technique that most large-scale decorators use to ensure consistent results that make for happy customers. Here we look at exactly what boxing paint is and how you can use it to achieve professional standards at home.

Beach House Exterior Colors
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published November 6, 2021

The exterior of a coastal property should complement the natural surroundings, which is why so many beach houses have blue siding. However, there is a wide range of color options that can be stunning in a seaside environment, whether you want to stand out from the crowd or blend into the background.

Average Electricity Bill (for a 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom house)
| Updated July 7, 2022 | Published November 6, 2021

If you are looking at moving into your own home and being responsible for your property bills for the first time, then you will want to consider the likely cost of your electricity bill to help you budget and get a thorough understanding of what type of home you will be able to afford.

11 Modern Grey Flooring Living Room Ideas
| Updated August 5, 2022 | Published November 3, 2021

Grey is a timeless, classic color with numerous shades that fit any interior decor style. When chosen as flooring, grey laminate, hardwood or tile floors have a shiny appearance to enhance natural light and make the room feel airy. Even scratches or stains blend in better on grey floors, hence the reason many homeowners prefer this color for their living room flooring.