Rooms

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Rooms

Farmhouse table dimensions
| Updated March 18, 2024 | Published March 18, 2024

The typical height for a farmhouse table is around 30 inches (76 cm). A small farmhouse table will be from 60 to 72 inches (152 to 183 cm long) and 36 to 40 inches (91 to 102 cm) wide. A medium-sized farmhouse table will be 72 to 96 inches (183 to 244 cm) long and around 40 inches (102 cm) wide. A large farmhouse table can be more than 96 inches (244 cm) long and at least 40 inches (102 cm wide).

Distance Between Countertop and Upper Cabinets
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The standard distance between a kitchen counter and the upper cabinets is 18 inches or 46cm. This space will work in most kitchens for most people, but there is some tolerance. You might find in some scenarios that 18 inches is not ideal, in which case, a distance of between 15 inches and 20 inches will be acceptable.

How to Keep the Tablecloth from Sliding
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Tablecloths are considered an essential addition to place settings in many homes and restaurants, but they can become quite frustrating if they don’t stay in place.

Bathroom

Bathroom Vanity Light Height
| Updated November 17, 2023 | Published November 17, 2023

The standard height for vanity lights that are installed on the wall over the top of a mirror is between 75 and 80 inches from the floor. This takes into account the standard height for vanity units and vanity mirrors. For wall sconces that are positioned beside mirrors over a vanity unit, the recommended height is around 64 inches from the floor.

How High Should the Cabinet Be Above the Toilet
| Updated November 13, 2023 | Published November 13, 2023

Proper bathroom storage is essential to ensure your bathroom looks clean and uncluttered at all times. By installing a range of storage options in your bathroom or washroom, you create places for towels, toilet paper, shampoos, lotions, and toothbrushes to be stored.

Accent Colors for A Beige Bathroom
| Updated September 6, 2023 | Published September 6, 2023

One benefit of beige bathrooms is that they are easy to accent because as a soft neutral shade they work with a wide range of other colors. Trending accent colors for beige bathrooms include black, white, gold, and blue.

Bedroom

What Headboard Colors Should You Choose
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The type of headboard you choose, and the color of the headboard you choose, are going to significantly impact the overall style and atmosphere in the room. For an industrial-themed bedroom, a black metal headboard could be appropriate, or for a romantic, feminine space, a soft pink, velvet upholstered headboard could work well.

Bustling Gray and Blue Bedroom Ideas
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Blue is a cool-toned color that looks fabulous with just about any other color scheme. As the world’s favorite color, it is popularly seen in bedrooms for a tranquil vibe. When combined with gray, this pairing can bring a sophisticated feel to the room. But why should you go for a gray and blue bedroom combination?

Bedroom Floor Lamp Ideas to Lighten Up Your Space
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Lighting in the bedroom is not only part of its decor, but it also makes the space functional. But why get out of your bed to turn off the overhead lights when you can place a floor lamp right next to your bed. While traditional bedroom lighting fixtures usually consist of a bedside table lamp or recessed lights, why not consider something more decorative like a floor lamp?

Dining Room

Farmhouse table dimensions
| Updated March 18, 2024 | Published March 18, 2024

The typical height for a farmhouse table is around 30 inches (76 cm). A small farmhouse table will be from 60 to 72 inches (152 to 183 cm long) and 36 to 40 inches (91 to 102 cm) wide. A medium-sized farmhouse table will be 72 to 96 inches (183 to 244 cm) long and around 40 inches (102 cm) wide. A large farmhouse table can be more than 96 inches (244 cm) long and at least 40 inches (102 cm wide).

How to Keep the Tablecloth from Sliding
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Tablecloths are considered an essential addition to place settings in many homes and restaurants, but they can become quite frustrating if they don’t stay in place.

Dining Room Rug Sizes
| Updated January 4, 2024 | Published January 4, 2024

A rug adds style and comfort to any room, but dining rooms in particular can benefit from the addition of a rug in both practical and aesthetic terms. If your dining room has a hard floor surface, then a rug can soften the sound of chairs moving when people position themselves at the dining table. A rug can also serve as a protective surface to avoid scuffs and scratches from damaging the floor.

Kitchen

Distance Between Countertop and Upper Cabinets
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The standard distance between a kitchen counter and the upper cabinets is 18 inches or 46cm. This space will work in most kitchens for most people, but there is some tolerance. You might find in some scenarios that 18 inches is not ideal, in which case, a distance of between 15 inches and 20 inches will be acceptable.

Should You Put Backsplash on The Sides or Not
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A backsplash is a protective and decorative element installed on the walls above a countertop, typically in kitchens and bathrooms. Its primary purpose is to prevent water, liquids, and other substances from splashing onto the walls and causing damage or staining. Backsplashes come in various materials, styles, and designs, serving both functional and aesthetic roles in interior design. When installing a backsplash a common question that arises is whether or not you should install a backsplash around the sides of a sink.

Ceiling Colors for The Kitchen
| Updated October 28, 2023 | Published October 28, 2023

Ceilings in any room of the home are traditionally painted white, and this is still a popular color choice in modern and contemporary homes. It is becoming more commonplace for other paint colors to be used on the ceiling, so if you want to branch out from the norm then you can explore alternative options. Here we explore some of the best paint colors for kitchen ceilings.

Laundry

Utility Sink Dimensions
| Updated July 19, 2023 | Published July 19, 2023

Utility sinks are usually deeper than other types of sinks, to accommodate the different types of uses, with a depth range of 8 inches to 24 inches.

Parts of a Dryer
| Updated August 2, 2022 | Published June 16, 2022

The drum, belt, and pulleys are the essential parts of a dryer. The drum is the large cylinder that turns clothes and holds them in place while they’re being heated.

How to Stack a Washer and Dryer Without a Kit
| Updated August 23, 2022 | Published May 31, 2022

If you’re wondering how to stack a washer and dryer without a kit, we’re going to tell you exactly how it’s done. The first thing you’ll need is some kind of platform that will support the weight of both machines. In most cases, we recommend getting one with wheels so that it can be pulled out when needed (and pushed back into place when not).

Living Room

How to Decorate a Living Room Without A Sofa
| Updated February 9, 2024 | Published September 13, 2022

Sofas are not a required piece of furniture for a living room, and in many modern homes the sofa simply doesn’t work as well as alternative seating furniture. Here we look at how you can set up a functional and comfortable living room without needing a sofa.

Chairs in the living room instead of sofa
| Updated July 22, 2023 | Published August 5, 2022

When we think of living room furniture, the first thing that pops to our minds is a large, comfortable sofa. But did you know you can still create a welcoming and warm atmosphere in your living room without a sofa?

Can You Put a Pool Table in a Small Room
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Depending on how big your room is, if you want to get a full-size pool table, your room should be at least 15 feet by 13 feet to prevent striking behind when someone uses the pool cue. 

Nursery

Nursery Layouts for Small Rooms
| Updated February 1, 2024 | Published May 12, 2022

If you have a small nursery room and don’t know how to arrange furniture and accessories for the best function and looks, this article will shed some ideas with floor plans for inspiration.

10x10 Nursery Layouts
| Updated December 17, 2023 | Published May 11, 2022

Your babies or young children need a functional and enjoyable room as you do. If you have a small spare 10×10 room to set up a nursery room, this post is for you. We’ll give you some great nursery layout ideas for inspiration. 

SNOO Dimensions
| Updated March 26, 2022 | Published March 26, 2022

The aim of the SNOO is to help babies transition into life outside of the womb with ease, enabling them to feel safe and secure, which translates to more sleep. The intended result of this is that new parents are also able to get the rest that they need. Find the sizes of a SNOO baby bed in the below section.