08.27.2010 | 7:00 am | Furniture
Refurbishing your dining room can be a unique task that not too many people consider on undertaking. But it doesn’t always have to be looked at as a task; think of it as a makeover for your dining room. Like redecorating your living room, I can tell you that refurbishing your dining room and adding that contemporary flair is going to be a lot more affordable than buying a new lot. Think of it this way: redecorating your dining nook will make your home look fresher and newer, and most of the time all it takes is just investing in some new dining room furniture.
Usually evoking a sense of togetherness, warmth and heartiness, dining room furniture isn’t something that you usually just purchase, use for five years and then throw out. With that said, you should invest in something that has a contemporary edge but will last for at least ten years. So, let’s start with the most obvious piece of dining room furniture, the dining table.
Really quite versatile, dining tables come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, finishes, and even heights. Since we’re looking to give your dining room a contemporary element of style, I suggest sticking with dark finished wooden dining tables and dining chairs. If you remember in my previous installment, How to Contemporize Your Living Room, I mentioned that dark wood can be a tricky but sophisticated style to work with because it might darken the room too much. I still hold true to what I said earlier and in fact, you have my blessing if you decide to go with a darker finished dining table and matching chairs. My reason is because the only essentials you truly need in any dining room are just the dining table and chairs. If you are adding extra case goods such as a buffet and hutch or perhaps even a server, try not to go overboard with the same dark finish.
Speaking of dining room case goods, it may not be a bad idea to invest in something like a buffet or server, but only if space permits. Most traditional dining rooms, and perhaps even your parents’ dining room, may include a traditionally styled china display hutch. While these pieces of furniture are beautifully designed and do serve a purpose, they really do take up a lot of room. A server takes up less space, usually has enough room to keep your dishes and silverware and can serve as the right-hand man when you have large dinner parties – it is a server after all.
Creating a contemporary atmosphere for your dining room can be an interesting, but fun challenge. But let me reiterate once more, just because it’s contemporary doesn’t necessarily mean it has to be minimal in style! Think of it this way, if you’re planning on updating the look of your home, you want to give it a contemporary style – fresh, new, and sophisticated. Keep this in mind and you’re sure to do a terrific job!
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08.20.2010 | 10:21 am | Furniture
Panic. This is the first reaction of most individuals when home relocation is mentioned. Their reaction is understandable as well because moving is mostly never easy. Aside from moving the tangible things that makes your house home, it also means closing one chapter of your life and moving on to another one. In this instance, it is important to get help where it is available. Hiring professional home furniture removalists can make the task a lot easier.
Before you pack your things though, keeping in mind the following practical tips can be of great help to you:
Washing – it would be a good idea to conduct a pre-move laundry session. If you hired professional laundry services, all items that have been sent to the dry cleaner or laundry should be collected. Moving to a new place without worrying about a pile of dirty clothes can take a lot of pressure off our shoulders.
Decorations and Carpets – if you intend to seal the floors of your new house or lay carpets, it is best to take care of these tasks before moving in the furniture. Meanwhile, if you want to use your previous curtains, rugs, and covers, have these altered or cleaned in advance as well.
Furniture & Fixtures – anything that is fixed to the floor, ceiling, or wall can technically be classified under this category. Among the items that are included here are pelmets, fireplace fittings, mirrors, fixed lighting, and wall cupboards. Take not that these items are not removed by the home furniture removalists; getting the help of carpenters would be beneficial in this case if you decide to remove certain fixtures.
Freezers – freezers are among the largest pieces in the house. Added to that is the fact that it is an electrical appliance. There is a more practical concern in moving freezers though; some homeowners try to move their freezers full. Home furniture removalists would never recommend this because it is easy to damage the interior and the frame of the freezer in moving. Also, defrosting will occur during a long journey so consuming all the food within it or giving it away might be a good move.
Electrical Appliances – aside from carefully packing all the electrical appliances you plan to use on your new home, unplugging all appliances that will be left behind is important. Home furniture removalists recommend that you disconnect heaters, stoves, washing machines, and take down electrical fittings before moving.
Individual Travel Arrangements –home furniture removalists provide excellent service but it would be unfair to expect them to do the impossible. In some cases, the move cannot be completed in a day or two so you might need hotel accommodations. Fortunately, a number of home furniture removalists have now tied up with hotel establishments to provide the best possible rates for movers.
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08.18.2010 | 12:24 am | Furniture
When choosing home furniture accessories, often seems as though you have too many choices. This often leaves many people frustrated, wondering which items to choose and which items to pass up.
Obviously, the best way to learn how certain home furniture accessories would best look displayed in a room is to view pictures. Attending furniture shows and interior design exhibits may also help.
In the mean time you might need some answers fast-right now. In that case, please take a look at suggested placements for each of them:When choosing home furniture accessories, often seems as though you have too many choices. This often leaves many people frustrated, wondering which items to choose and which items to pass up.
Obviously, the best way to learn how certain home furniture accessories would best look displayed in a room is to view pictures. Attending furniture shows and interior design exhibits may also help.
In the mean time you might need some answers fast-right now. In that case, please take a look at suggested placements for each of them:
George Nelson Ball Clock: This is a very common accessory that might be displayed in just about any room in the home. It is multi-colored so it can brighten up any bland furniture blend. It might be quite appealing in a children’s room of an appropriate age, or in a living room or guest room. It also might accent a dining room, kitchen, or study room. Other pieces made that are inspired by this designer include the following: George Nelson Eye Clock, Kite Clock, or Star Clock.
Paul Andes Art Work: Of course the availability of this piece varies. It often looks divine in living rooms, parlors, or common areas. These contemporary works of art might also look very fine in dining areas or libraries. They might also blend will with certain models of contemporary glass coffee tables.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Hall Bench: These are made into various lengths. Often they are more suitable for business settings. However, they might also be suitable for placement in large estates or front vestibules of larger homes.
Eileen Gray Cocktail Table: Nowadays, this is made in the same vein as the original which was first produced in 1926. This extraordinary piece usually fits in most lounge areas. It would probably look very attractive off to the side, in between a sofa and chair, or in the centre of a room. The frame of it is constructed of carefully polished steel which shines like silver. It is often placed in a living room, dining room, or other common area.
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Of course, as you plan your home & furniture scheme, you may also gain inspiration from friends, family, or acquaintances. Those who have an eye for interior design might be especially helpful to you.
Furthermore, keep in mind that the number of home & furniture items mentioned above is an extremely limited selection of items available. Many more home furniture accessorizing tips are offered on a daily basis. Please check back regularly to learn more.
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