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Use graph paper and paper templates of furniture to help you find the best arrangement of furniture in a 12-by-16-foot living room. Once you have a workable plan, you can use the measurements when selecting furniture that's sized properly for the room.
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When the center edges of curtains creep toward the middle of the rod, adjustments must be made. From adjusting or rehanging the rod to adding tie-backs, there are a number of ways to keep the curtains open.
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When the perfect drapes need adjustment to hang on a traverse rod, add heading tape to make pockets for the drapery pins. Sew-on and iron-on products are available to make the job simple for novice and experienced sewers.
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If you have basic machine and hand sewing skills, you can add blackout linings to Roman shades by following a few steps and taking careful measurements.
Read MoreBrackets are available in a myriad of shapes and sizes. Using brackets to support and create a shelf allows the shelf to be coordinated with the room decor, be custom-sized, and be built by an intermediately skilled home decor DIY-er. Several shelves, staggered on a wall, make a serious design statement.
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A bulkhead is often necessary in the building of a home, but it may create problems when the time comes to paint. Understanding a few interior design guidelines will lead to success in choosing the correct paint color.
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A comforter is a bed covering made of three layers: the decorative fabric, an inner layer and a bottom fabric. Stitching through all three layers holds the cover together. The inner layer is fiberfill, 2 to 4 inches thick; 4 inches is considered high-loft. A comforter sets the tone, style and mood of the bedroom.
Read MoreThere are some important decorating rules to know about the height of curtain tiebacks, but your personal taste is also a factor.
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The dining room set still looks good; the wood is fine and the chairs don't squeak, but the seat fabric is a bit outdated and drab. Changing these covers will update the set, and with accurate measuring, you can purchase the correct amount of fabric with confidence.
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