If you haven’t bought or sold a home recently, you may be unaware of some of the subtle changes which have occurred in the marketplace. One such change – buyers today are much more savvy than they used to be,…
Home Staging-Why Bother?
Themed Decorating
Sometimes you may want to use a particular theme when decorating- Asian, Moroccan, French Country, Southwestern etc. Themed decorating can be fun, but be careful of overkill. Adding too many themed accessories or pieces of furniture tend to make a room look…
Don’t Match – Coordinate Instead!
It used to be chic to purchase a set of matching furniture pieces for a room. However, matching furniture sets now tend to make a room feel and look dated. If you choose pieces that you like and that work…
Making a Room Appear Larger
Want to make a small room appear larger? Here are a few tricks to open up your space. Placing a large mirror on a wall – preferably a wall at right angles to a window- makes the room appear larger…
How to Paint a Wall
There’s actually a recommended technique for painting a wall – are you familiar with it? First, wipe down the walls with a damp cloth to remove dust and other particles. Unless you are a professional painter, it is advisable to…