Ask a Decorator: Curtain Length
Deann asked Decorating Den: I was wondering if one can affix curtain rods close to the ceiling and display curtains that only hang about 3/4 down the wall once placed on the rod; or with this rod height, must the […]
Ask a Decorator: Family Photo Woes
Reader Mary Pat asked Decorating Den: “In what room of my house should I place/hang family photographs without detracting from my Asian-traditional decorating style? (TV room, Dining Room, Bedroom, Guest room, entry way).” Stratford Interior Designer Beki Lemke from Decorating […]
Creating a Fun & Safe Playroom
Have an extra bedroom or space in a basement? Use that space to create a playroom for your child. Having a playroom provides your kids with a fun, safe space and a way to keep their toys and books contained […]
Maintaining Your Carpet
Carpet is probably the most popular option when it comes to home flooring, as it provides a comfortable, decorative, nonslip surface. It is also extremely versatile, matching any décor since it’s available in a wide variety of colors and styles. […]
Ask a Decorator: Paint Colors for Chair Rails
Reader Barry asked Decorating Den: “I am thinking about painting a room with a chair rail. I want to use a beige color and a complimenting contrast color. Which would be more appropriate – the light color or the darker color below […]
Ask a Decorator: Christmas Tree Woes
Reader Dottie asked Decorating Den: “The holidays present so many problems for me esp. re: the tree! We have a 3 year old new home with 12/13ft ceilings. My 6 ft. artificial tree looks wimpy & all out of proportion. […]
Stylish, Versatile Ottomans
Gone are the days when an ottoman was a square boxy lump stuck in front of a chair in the family rec room. Today’s ottomans and benches come in all shapes, sizes and styles and are used throughout the home […]
Ask a Decorator: Sterile Cellular Windows
Reader Adriana asked Decorating Den: “We just installed cellular shades in our bedroom, but the look is sterile. I’d like to add panels, but the windows are in a hexagon shape with L small window (wall is 26″ window is11″) […]
Ask a Decorator: Matchy, Matchy
Reader Abby asked Decorating Den: “I am redoing my bathroom. Is it essential for bathroom vanities to match?” Harrisburg Interior Decorator Barbara Tabak had some advice for Abby: My general advice would be to buck inclination to be the “matchy, […]
Ask a Decorator: Outdated Bathroom Colors
Reader Bety had a question regarding her outdated bathroom: “My newly purchased house was built in 1947 and has those small pinky/salmon bathroom tiles!! What color paint can I use for the walls? I tried green to match a white […]
