If you live in an apartment or multi-story home, excessive noise from upstairs neighbors can be downright maddening. Footsteps, furniture shuffling, exercise routines – virtually any movement or vibration transmits through floors and ceilings. The constant din disrupts our sleep, concentration, conversations, and sanity. While earplugs provide temporary relief, they hinder communication and comfort long-term. […]
Category: Living Room
Choose the Best Paint Colors for Your East Facing Room
Selecting the perfect paint colors for an east facing room can seem tricky given the dynamic nature of the natural light. As the sunshine streams in through the windows in the morning hours, the cool tones dominate with diffused blue and green light. By afternoon when the sunlight takes on a warmer, amber glow, cool […]
Master Living Room Layouts With These 7 Design Principles
Arranging living room furniture can be an overwhelming task. With so many options for seating areas, traffic flow, and storage solutions, it’s easy to feel lost on where to even begin. But fear not! By following these 7 fundamental design principles, you can master living room layouts with confidence. Define the Purpose When embarking on […]
Help! My Thermostat Lies – Heat Stays On When Off
We’ve all experienced that frustration of coming home to a sweltering house, only to find that the thermostat clearly shows the temperature is set to off. Yet somehow the heating system didn’t get the message and continues pumping out heat. Dealing with a heating system that won’t quit despite flipping the off switch can be […]
Why Blackout Curtains Are a Must-Have for Baby’s Nursery
When preparing a nursery for a new baby, parents have plenty to consider. What color should we paint the walls? Which crib and changing table should we choose? Will this rocking chair be comfy at 3 AM? But one item that is often overlooked yet incredibly important for healthy infant sleep is proper window dressings […]
Neutrals No More! Adding French Blue to Your Country Living Room
French country decor is known for its neutral palette of creams, whites, and pale tans, evoking the painted walls and plastered ceilings of pastoral French farmhouses. Yet over the centuries, generations of French homeowners have sought to enliven their rustic abodes with pops of color through floral accents, vibrant textiles, and even brightly painted architectural […]
Tension Rods—The Secret to Drill-Free Curtain Installation
Installing curtains can be a tedious and messy process, often requiring drilling multiple holes, patching walls, and wrestling with complicated hardware. But what if we told you there was an easier way? Enter tension rods–the secret to drill-free curtain installation. Adjustable, damage-free, and reusable, tension rods are a convenient and hassle-free solution for any window. […]
Designing an Inviting Burnt Orange Living Room
Burnt orange is having a major moment in home decor. With its earthy vibrancy, burnt orange transforms any living room into a cozy, contemporary oasis brimming with style and character. But incorporating burnt orange into your living room decor takes careful planning and execution. Follow our tips below on selecting the perfect burnt orange hue, […]