Spring Home Improvement 2008
Tips for beautifying the wood in your home
Staining easily can improve the look of furniture.
(StatePoint) No matter if you’re looking to spruce up an older piece of worn wooden furniture or impart your own unique style to an unfinished piece, you can bring out the beauty of wood with accent stains.
“Staining adds color and character to wood by bringing out its natural beauty, and you don’t even need to be an accomplished do-it-yourselfer to do a great job,” says Rich Morrell, brand manager for Cabot Stains.
“Used properly, stains accentuate wood, enhance the grain pattern, change its appearance or even make it look like another type of wood to emphasize the finer points in furniture, cabinets, moldings or other wood around your home,” Morrell points out.
Accent staining in particular is a good technique to use when you want to draw attention to the unique details of furniture or to highlight the variety of wood species used on a particular project.
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Add dimensional effects to your walls
February 29, 2008
(MS) — Looking for a new way to add texture and dimension to your home décor? Consider a textured stencil. It is a quick and relatively easy way to add style and dimension to any painted surface. » Full Story
Advice for parents planning to build a nursery
February 29, 2008
(MS) — For parents expecting their first child, many daunting tasks lay ahead. But even before the baby is born, several things need to be addressed. » Full Story
Beware of counterfeit goods
February 29, 2008
(SPM Wire) —Fake goods can do more than just save you money — they can negatively impact your family’s health. » Full Story
Create stunning faux details
February 29, 2008
(MS) — When is a picture worth a thousand words? When you see what design artist Lee Gamble can achieve by faux finishing decorative urethane millwork. » Full Story
Design creative spaces for your home or office
February 29, 2008
(MS) — Looking for a space that will help foster your creativity at home or work? There’s an easy way to encourage your next big idea — or a whole batch of them — while adding pizzazz to your office o » Full Story
Easy ways to make a small room look larger
February 29, 2008
(StatePoint) – A small room is not necessarily a bad thing. It can be inviting and cozy. It can be a great place to curl up with a book or nestle with family and friends to watch a movie. » Full Story
Furniture makers are adjusting as TVs come out of the closet
February 29, 2008
Kim Shaver’s not ready to eulogize the armoire. ‘‘The demise of the armoire is greatly overstated,’’ says the spokeswoman for Hooker Furniture, which specializes in entertainment units. » Full Story
Garden gadgets
February 29, 2008
WASHINGTON — Baby boomers don’t get old. They just develop arthritic knees. » Full Story
Get flawless painting results with simple prep
February 29, 2008
(MS) — From Sapphire Sparkle to Frosty Pomegranate, Honey Bear to Misty Gray — transforming the look of a room with a beautiful color is as simple as a fresh coat of paint. » Full Story
High-definition TVs impact home decor
February 29, 2008
Sales of high-definition televisions have increased since the holiday season, said local retailers, as residents upgrade their viewing options. » Full Story
How to budget for improvements to your residence
February 29, 2008
(MS) — When it comes to projects addressing a home’s interior, homeowners know full well the bottom line plays a big role. » Full Story
How to pick the appropriate paint
February 29, 2008
(MS) — When it comes time to paint the interior of your home, there’s more to consider than just color. One of the main considerations when choosing a paint is how often the room is used. » Full Story
Lamps, fixtures catching up with compact flourescent bulbs
February 29, 2008
Going green by saving energy costs and increasing efficiency may seem as easy as switching to the new compact fluorescent lighting. » Full Story
Projects with payback
February 29, 2008
(MS) — Many projects in the home are decided based on personal style or design trends. » Full Story
Quick and easy jobs that can make a big difference
February 29, 2008
(MS) — Whether you’re looking to sell your home or simply make improvements, chances are finances are a big consideration before you can go forward with any project. » Full Story
Simple ways to go ‘green’ in your home
February 29, 2008
(StatePoint) — Going green doesn’t have to mean buying an expensive hybrid car or installing solar paneling on your roof. » Full Story
Tips for a perfect paint job
February 29, 2008
(MS) — Springtime is the perfect time to update your home with a fresh coat of paint. And, you can get professional results without the expense of hiring a professional. » Full Story
Tips for beautifying the wood in your home
February 29, 2008
(StatePoint) No matter if you’re looking to spruce up an older piece of worn wooden furniture or impart your own unique style to an unfinished piece, you can bring out the beauty of wood with accent » Full Story
Transform the kitchen with lighting
February 29, 2008
(MS) — Studies have shown that when it comes to spending time at home, no room gets more visitors than the kitchen. » Full Story
Tree country tips:
February 29, 2008
GRESHAM, Ore. — One reason to take a drive into the Willamette Valley is for the scenery: the snowy Cascades in the distance, the streams coursing through woods and pastures. » Full Story