Friday, May 29, 2009

Hang Ornaments From The Ceiling

Hanging ornaments from the ceiling lets you decorate your home from top to bottom. When it comes time to deck the halls for the holiday seas...

Cool Ceiling Ideas

A very cool ceiling design Some of mankind's most famous artworks are on ceilings. Consider Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling, o...

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Do Roughedin Shower Drains Have To Be Below Concrete

The shower drain is at floor level, so the drain pipe must run beneath. A home's blueprints determine the location of all rooms, includi...

Paint Tall Ceilings & Stairwells

Extendable roller poles are one way to reach high ceilings. Tall ceilings and stairwells make painting difficult if you don't have a goo...

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Paint Laminated Wood Paneling

Sand laminated paneling before priming and painting. Painting over laminated wood paneling can spruce up a dark, dull or stained surface. Pr...

Cool Bathroom Colors

Grays and whites are calming and cool in a bathroom. Cool bathroom colors are often used in small bathrooms to make the room feel larger. Th...

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Ideas For A Modern Bathroom

Modern bathroom with contemporary tub. The modern bathroom is a place of tranquility benefiting from the affordable luxury options availabl...

Install Drywall Over A Popcorn Textured Ceiling

Old popcorn textured ceilings (also called acoustic ceilings) make a room look dated. Not only that, if they were applied prior to 1978, the...

Contemporary Lighting Techniques

This kitchen presents a classic example of recessed lighting. A brass chandelier, while classic, sticks out like a sore thumb in a modern ro...

Monday, May 25, 2009

Contemporary Kitchen Design Ideas

Contemporary kitchens blend beauty and functionality Sleek appliances, easy care cabinetry, clean uncluttered lines, seamless finishes and p...

Ideas For A Blue On Blue Bathroom With Mosaic Tile Accents

Applying grout to bathroom mosaic tiles. In our hectic modern world, blue is a serene and soothing color that makes an ideal choice for bath...

Friday, May 22, 2009

Design A Living Room On A Tight Budget

Designing a living room on a budget can seem like a daunting task, but by visiting the many flea markets, auctions, thrift stores and tag sa...

What Thickness Of Gypsum For Ceiling & Walls

Gypsum panels offer smooth walls and ceilings. After World War II, the traditional way of constructing interior walls by smoothing plaster o...

Drop Ceiling Lighting Options

Fluorescent panels are easy to install in a drop ceiling. Drop ceilings, also commonly known as suspended ceilings, are lightweight panels s...

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Tips For Painting Upper Walls Near Popcorn Ceilings

Painting upper walls near popcorn ceiling poses specific challenges. Painting a room can enhance the look and feel of a space, but it requi...

Condo Bathroom Renovation Ideas

Using a mirror helps open up your bathroom. Condo bathrooms are notoriously small, due in part to the lack of space available in the home. ...

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Install Corrugated Metal Roofing On Ceilings

Corrugated metal ceilings are popping up across the country thanks to the growing popularity of green building and the interest in Latin Am...

Replace A Bathroom Pendant

A pendant light will add a decorative touch to your bathroom. Pendant lights hang from their electrical cords and add a decorative touch as...

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Wire A Ceiling Fan & Light To Separate Wall Switches

Ceiling fan and light units can operate with two switches. Using separate switches to operate a ceiling fan and light combination unit allow...

Drop Ceiling Parts

Drop Ceiling Parts Drop ceilings provide a finished look to a room while allowing easy access to electrical wiring, plumbing pipes, ductwork...

Monday, May 18, 2009

Clever Ideas For Chandeliers

Use chandeliers creatively to brighten up your home decor. Today's chandeliers are more versatile than their ornate, bejeweled ancestors...

Friday, May 15, 2009

Remodel A Modern Bathroom

Make your new bathroom luxurious, as well as modern. Converting your dingy old bathroom into something new and modern can increase the value...

Tips For Sanding Wood Molding

An abrasive sponge is an effective way to sand molding. Wood molding has many different profiles that range from intricate curves, delicate ...

Install Corrugated Roof Panels Under A Deck

Corrugated metal panels are ideal for rainproofing outdoor sitting areas. Wooden decks are generally constructed of boards with narrow gaps ...

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Home Depot Bathroom Floor Ideas

Decorative tile is one option for bathroom floors. Nothing looks worse in a bathroom than worn-out flooring---no matter how hard it's sc...

Decorate A Living Room With Lamps

Decorate with Lamp Design The key to a functional and comfortable living room rests in the choice of illumination in the room. If you have ...

Restore A Canvas Ceiling With Painting

Paint canvas ceilings with ceiling paint. If you live in a home that has a canvas ceiling , then you may be wondering what you can do to fre...

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Install A Portfolio Light Fixture

Portfolio Lighting is a leader in lighting innovation. Portfolio's products include flush-mount fixtures, lanterns, hanging pendants, lo...

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Measure And Cut Crown Molding For Inside Corners

Adjust your blade size for moulding thickness. Adding crown molding to the ceilings can provide an elegant, professional look. For those who...

Divide A Room With Ceiling Partition

Great rooms with one large area that functions as dining, living and family room leave wide open spaces, sometimes too wide. Partitioning of...

Monday, May 11, 2009

Install Log Siding

Log siding can be added to either the exterior or the interior of your home and can add warmth and rustic charm to almost any home.Modern lo...

Drywall Ceiling Repair Tips

Drywall ceilings are prevalent across the United States, and, for that matter, around the world. Drywall is a universal material that can be...