By Merril Mason August 05, 2010
Would recommend LBD to anyone looking for a fun, fresh approach to any size remodel project. ...read more
By Just Host November 27, 2009
Just wanted to drop by and say hello and to thank you for being in my network! ...read more
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By Cutting Edge Window Tinting September 08, 2014
Homeowners generally have one room in their home that’s easily confused for a closet. When the desired effect is spacious not small, there are a few easy tools at your disposal. Here are a few tips that you may want to consider.Keep It SimpleRemoving excessive artwork and shelving in a small room can easily open up a space. Too much on the walls can make it feel as if the walls are closing in. Make the room as inviting as possible by limiting its contents.Pick a Color, But Not Any ColorYou can dramatically improve the spaciousness of a room by picking the proper paint color. When interior remodeling, lighter and brighter paint colors will almost always create the appearance of more space. White or light baseboards or crown moldings can also give the room a greater sense of space and/or height.Floor MattersFloors do matter when it comes to making a small room appear larger. If you're considering installing hardwood, narrow floorboards can make a space seem smaller than it really is. If you're into rugs, make sure the sides don’t come too close to the walls. It often gives the impression that the walls are in the midst of swallowing the floor.Light Up a RoomLamps typically lend light to a small area of the room. A great idea to make the room seem larger is to replace floor and table lamps with wall sconces. By lighting up the walls, it pushes the eye upwards. Mirrors are also a good idea, as they tend to bounce light around a room—an illusion that enlarges almost any space. If the room has a window, make sure it’s uncovered. Adding natural light is an easy home improvement idea.De-clutterEvery time you move, make it a priority to evaluate the usefulness of your possessions. Not only is getting rid of clutter a liberating experience, it can also restore the size of your home back to its original dimensions. Excessive furniture and knick-knacks are a disaster in every home, and keeping them around only makes the entire space feel cramped. Ask your LBD, Home Fashion design associate or a trusted friend about what needs to go.Scaling Your FurnitureThe growth of condominiums in major American cities means there's ample furniture being made for small spaces. If you're dealing with a small space, hold off on the sectional in favor of furniture that fits the room. If you have a room that doubles as a guest bedroom, consider getting a murphy or daybed– something you can use as a couch or reading area most of the time, but can also demonstrate a room's versatility and practicality. ...read more
By Little Black Dress, Home Fashion September 15, 2008
Myth #1 – All fluorescent lighting is badToday’s compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) use up to 75 percent less energy than traditional incandescent lighting and, on average, have a life span of up to five years (source: ENERGY STAR). Next time you’re replacing lighting around the home, remember that incandescent lighting has changed very little since the 1800’s, and that one CFL bulb lasts ten times longer than incandescent bulbs of equivalent wattage.Myth #2 – Installing foam gaskets around electrical outlets and light switches will reduce air leakageTest measurements conducted by the US Department of Energy show that less than two percent of air leakage in a home is through electrical wall outlets. However the big criminals in this regard are one-pane windows, with a thin sheet of glass, which serves to heat the outside. Or doors left open, particularly in the fall and spring months.Myth #3 – Leaving lights, computers, ‘sleeping’ TVs, game consoles and DVD/video players on is better than switching them on and off.This myth has been around since the time that electricity was first harnessed, at the turn of the last century. The small surge of power that occurs with ‘some’ devices when they are turned on is miniscule compared to the power wasted by leaving them on when not in use. And here’s another surprise for you. Even when you’ve turned them ‘off,’ a lot of appliances continue to draw power – ‘phantom power’ as it were – to keep the device in ‘instant-on’ mode or to power lights and LED readouts on the devices. Pull their plugs when not in use, or connect to power bars and switch those off when the devices aren’t in use.Others-Myths – Cleaning refrigerator coils deliver major energy savings and duct tape placed around joints will keep in the heat (or cold).Not so. The air in most homes is not so dusty that the heat exchanged through the refrigerator back coils is impeded. And duct tape, while strong, exchanges heat and cold easily. ...read more
By Little Black Dress, Home Fashion September 15, 2008
Giving your windows a fresh new look can drastically change the look of your home, both inside and out. When shopping for shutters and blinds, it is important to consider all the options available. Your specific needs should come into play before making a decision ...read more
Taking the time to make your own valances guarantees you’ll have beautiful and unique window treatments. It’s easier than you think. Before you start sewing, you’ll need accurate measurements, so grab your measuring tape and step up to your window. ...read more