Tag Archives: interior decorating

Brighten Your Home with Glass Tiles

Posted on May 15, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

A dark and dull home interior is not usually what homeowners strive for. It still occurs probably because of light-absorbing carpets and hardwood. For this reason, many people are deciding to integrate glass tiles in parts of the house. Glass … Continue reading →

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How to Decorate Your Home for Less

Posted on May 7, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Here are a handful of tips to consider before you open your wallet—or substantially reduce the amount of money in your bank account—to “change up” your home. Furniture, lighting and pictures can all be moved to offer a new perspective … Continue reading →

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Painting Can Polish a Sale

Posted on April 30, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

A good paint job can turn an otherwise drab, dark looking home into a bright, and airy mansion that would be the envy of the neighborhood. Even the most aged and dreary homes can be given a new lease on … Continue reading →

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Space Saving Tips in Children’s Bedrooms

Posted on April 12, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Small bedrooms often pose a problem. After all, we all need to have somewhere to sleep and somewhere to store clothes and, in the case of a child, somewhere to play. The most obvious space saving tip would really to … Continue reading →

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Custom Cabinets vs. Stock Cabinets

Posted on March 29, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Cabinets are all over your home:  Kitchen, bathroom, garage, bedrooms, etc. We walk past them every day, we, use them, lean on them, sit on them but really never take into account their significance. There are a couple of different … Continue reading →

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Neutral Color Palettes for your Home

Posted on March 28, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 Whites, grays, creams, beige and brown are all timeless neutral colors used extensively as home paints. Over the years, these neutral colors have evolved and their modern avatars include olive green, jade, lilac, cool silver, organic grays, soft yellows and … Continue reading →

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Budgeting Your Kitchen Remodel

Posted on March 26, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

1. Decide how much you want to spend, and stick to it. Setting a budget for your kitchen remodel and staying within it sounds so obvious and simple, but it’s harder than you think. The average cost of an upscale … Continue reading →

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5 Quick Home Makeover Tips

Posted on March 23, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

You don’t have to sink a lot of time or money into updating the décor of your home.  Use the following quick makeover tips to express changes in your style. 1. Make Use of Rugs – These can be large, … Continue reading →

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Make the Most of Your Kitchen with a Banquette

Posted on March 22, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 Though many people may not be familiar with the term “banquette,” the odds are they’ve seen one.  These are the diner-style upholstered bench/booths that are commonly seen in restaurants and frequently in homes. Each one has a personality of its … Continue reading →

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Seven Ways to Modernize Your Home

Posted on March 9, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Modern design, with clean lines and a good connection to the outdoors, will be the leading housing trend for the next few years. In response to a more complex world, homebuyers respond to spaces that are simple, light, and soothing. … Continue reading →

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