All posts tagged "decorating"
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A Punch List for Party Decorating
When planning a party at home, decorating can easily slide down the to-do list as more essential tasks (like menu planning, shopping and cleaning) take priority. But isn’t much of the fun of a party the feeling...
- Posted October 29, 2014
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Keeping the Television Concealed
Television screens are getting bigger. Really big ones can dominate a room. Television sets now blend technology with art, using camouflage that’s both attractive and smart. One company now offers original works of art in ornate gold frames....
- Posted March 25, 2014
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Converting to a Home Office
Question We are considering converting one of our bedrooms to a home office. Will you discuss some of the relative merits in doing this and what some of the changes that we may need to make in...
- Posted March 4, 2014
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Preparing to Decorate
Question Is it necessary to finish drywall before applying anything decorative to it? Also, what causes mirrors to turn dark around the edges after a while? Shirley Answer Two super questions. First, the drywall. The decorative finish...
- Posted February 23, 2014
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Wainscoting: Elegance and Efficiency
Want to add a touch of elegance to your home? Try wainscoting. It’s a decorating touch that has been used for centuries to make rooms and hallways look more luxurious. It involves adding wood paneling halfway up...
- Posted February 19, 2014