Posts Tagged ‘rugs’
Choosing the Perfect Rug: A Guide to Selecting the Right Shape and Color
Rugs are essential to every room. They help define a space, ground it, and add warmth and color to the room. A rug can transform the ambiance in a room by pulling together all the colors of a space, enhancing the overall appeal. Selecting a rug involves not only considering size, but also shape and…
Read MoreRugs: What Size? What Shape? What Color?
Rugs are essential to every room. They help define a space, ground it, and add warmth and color to the room. Here are some tips on rugs that will help make your rug decision and purchase easy! These are tips that I discuss with my Fairfield and Westchester clients to help them along the design…
Read More6 More Ways To Breathe New Life Into Your Home
Last month I shared how to update your home by making small yet impactful changes to your decor. This month I thought I’d share 6 more design tips, to refresh your home, that I share with my Fairfield and Westchester clients. Keep in mind that all of these ideas make valuable staging tips too! I say…
Read MoreSpruce Up Your Outdoor Space: Top 5 Design Tips for 2021
What I find SO satisfying about this time of year, is knowing that ALL of the good weather is in front of us. In my mind I’m already relaxing on the front porch and enjoying fire pits in my backyard. Many of us are. So this month I’m sharing my top 5 design tips for…
Read MoreHow to clean outdoor rugs
To get rid of dirt, mix a solution of dish soap and water in a bucket. Then, scrub the rug using a large nylon brush. Make sure to clean both sides of the rug to get all the dirt off. After you’ve scrubbed it, rinse the rug with a hose. Source: Overstock
Read MoreWays to use Animal Prints in your Home for a little Wow Factor!
While we all love wearing a vibrant animal print every now and then it’s not so easy to incorporate those beloved patterns into our homes. Many people think that animal prints are too bold, dark and overwhelming for a house especially those that have conservative taste. However, what I share with my Fairfield and Westchester…
Read MoreTop Rug Trends for 2018
Area rugs can totally transform the look of a room. They can make an older home look modern, a large space look intimate and a busy space look serene. Unfortunately, your rug can also make your room look dated. So let’s see what’s trending in area rugs this year and how I’ve incorporated those trends…
Read MoreRestaurant Tips on Removing Red Wine Stains
According to restauranteurs, these ingredients will get nasty red wine stains out of your carpet or upholstery. Remember that it is very important to dab not rub, as rubbing will only spread the stain and possibly damage the material. Be sure to use a generous amount of whichever substance you choose. Plain club soda or a…
Read MoreHappy on Hurd
Here is an image gallery of an interior design project completed by kellydesigns on Hurd Street in Fairfield, CT. kellydesigns added built-ins, a new fireplace surround, a cabinet and cover over the radiator under the window, and a new sofa, rug, chairs, paint color, and accessories. Let’s Get Your Project Started Contact us today to…
Read MoreHow to remove stains from your rug
It’s a good idea to always keep a bottle of Club soda in your pantry to use when there’s a spill. It will remove things like coffee, red wine, pet stains and more. Pour the club soda directly onto the area and let it soak into the rug. Keep blotting the area until the stain…
Read MoreRug Party…to dance or not dance
I guess you can say one of my pet peeves is when people have rugs that just sort of float in a room and are not anchored by furniture. The rug should have at least the front legs of the furniture sitting on it, so it looks like everyone was invited to the dance! It…
Read MoreChoosing a show stopping rug…choosing the right size…
An area rug not only cushions bare floors, but it also provides artistic value to a room’s design and serves as a centerpiece for your decor. Since choosing the right area rug is such an important decision, it’s no wonder that homeowners are concerned about making the right choice when it comes to style, color,…
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