Country style of décor has wooden dovetailed boxes, cotton fabrics, antique cotton quilts, stoneware bowls, woolen fabrics, hoosier cupboards and enamelware etc. the pieces of home décor are quite old but classic in nature. If you have seen rich brocades and velvets in walls, window dressings and future then it must be Victorian style of home décor. Victorian furnishing is complimented by mauves, burgundies, and shades of rich blues. Contemporary style is all about bold and bright patterns. It has mainly light-colored background. Accessories should have bright splashes of color. To compliment the contemporary décor, one can add abstracts and vinyl.

One of the popular and classy home decorative styles is French Country. Some of the highlights of this style are tiles on wall and floor, blues, rooster collections and an eclectic mix of elegance and rustic flavor. Art deco refers to the styles of 20’s, 30’s and 40’s. Vibrant colors, metal furnishings, elegant lines and inlayed furniture etc were the hallmarks of this style. If you are fond of pastel colors, go for Cottage Country. Cottage type flowers, lightly covered windows and painted wicker etc are prime characteristics of this style. Some of the other home decorative styles are Eclectic, Traditional, Rustic, Mediterranean, Spanish, Oriental, Modern, classical and Whimsical.

The first thing that you need to do is to prepare your room before the painting begins. It is often an ignored part that can lead of wastage of resources. You would not like to clean up the mess afterwards. Move all your furniture to other room and arrange plastic drop cloth or canvas drop cloth to put over the floor. Place it properly covering the entire floor or base boards. Also remove all the ceiling fixtures and mirrors or wall arts etc to save them from any painting spillover.

Take a hard look at the surface and get rid of any cobwebs or surface dirt. Surface must be wiped a soft cloth. The ceiling can have water stains or rough patches etc. use right patching compounds before painting and allow them to dry. Use texture to give desired effect to the ceiling. In case of stains, use brush or stain blocker first. Primer will come handy in making the paint roll in a smooth manner. Always use good quality paint. Using these tips will make your painting job easier and comfortable.

Some people are concious about the space allocation and utilization in their homes keeping in mind that they will need to be cleaned and maintained regularly. Such is the planning that goes into designing a good home.

Furniture which is usually made of wood and consists of the bed, drawers, side tables, chests, mirror frames needs proper care. Mirror pieces need dry cleaning. Metal pieces should be cleaned twice once with a damp cloth and then with a dry one. Wooden and metal beds both can be cleaned regularly with a damp cotton cloth to wipe off the dust settled on them. Wooden beds may need a polish after some years to make the wood shine.

One should have indoor fountains pieces in one’s home as they act as natural air purifiers. As water circulates through the fountain, the dust and pollutants in the air are pulled out. The soothing sound of flowing water makes the environment calm and peaceful.

Side table and chests should be cleaned and wiped with a dry or a moist cotton cloth daily. This ensures that the tables do not remain dusty. In case of wooden side tables, one may need to get them polished after some time so that the shine and the glow of the wood are maintained. Special cleaning is required for bedroom for kids, as this is one room that may get dirty the most. Make sure that the furniture you select is easy to clean and does not have sharp edges.

How we all love to make an elegant statement about our houses? Well, easier said than done. But at the same time, sometimes even minor but smart changes can completely change the appearance of the house. For example, take flooring aspect and you will find, it greatly affects the overall look of the house. Many urban households prefer to go for marble flooring because it gives a classy look. But then it has its cons as well like it is expensive and tough to maintain. Having said that, it makes sense to consider each and every aspect before zeroing in on certain type of flooring.

Talking about bamboo flooring, it has emerged as the numero uno choice of many interior decorators, architects, builders as well as homeowners these days. These floorings look great apart from being extremely environment friendly. Other benefits of bamboo flooring are its graceful and stylish appearance. It is quite durable as well. No wonder, it is selling like hot cakes.

While we explore the virtues of bamboo flooring, the basic advantage is the variety it offers. There are several ranges like vertical bamboo flooring, horizontal bamboo flooring, carbonized bamboo flooring, natural bamboo flooring, hand scraped bamboo flooring, tinted bamboo flooring and many others. So, the choices are plenty. Bamboo flooring is environment friendly as well. They grow fast and that way you are not endangering the forest cover at all. It looks very appealing and is almost equal to hardwood flooring. Bamboo flooring is quite durable and strong and gives a cozy and warm appearance to your house. It can last for years if you take care of maintenance factor. Other advantages are its water-resistant nature.

Bamboo flooring is an exceptional alternative to hard wood flooring. Bamboo is one of the hardest natural materials available for flooring. Bamboo hardwood flooring ensures that the house will not wear faster. Since bamboo has a very high fiber, it gives the floor hard wearing qualities. Moreover, bamboo is a grass that can be rapidly grown. Hence bamboo is an environment friendly product that can be used for flooring. Bamboo flooring makes for an attractive proposition not just for a home but also for any office or other such commercial place. Bamboo laminate flooring is not just appealing and eye-catching but also very durable. The warmth and the beauty of the natural bamboo flooring can make any guest raise their brows. Natural bamboo flooring indeed gives a unique look to ones house.

You will need to find out the exact finishing of the floor. There are different types of finishes. If it is surface-sealed then nothing like that. The beauty of this surface is their being water and stain-resistant. They require very less maintenance and all you need to do is to sweep and mop the floor. In many cases, floor is untreated. In such case, one needs to care it like the oiled ones. Try not to use too much of water because these floors are not very good at handling moisture. In case, floor is oiled then opt for floor cleaners and clean them with paste or liquid wax.

Use a soft bristled broom for daily cleaning. Once a week, try using vacuum cleaner. But be careful while using it as it can leave scratch marks. Alternatively, you can make your own homemade cleaning product. All you need to do is to half a cup of white vinegar to a bucket of water. Use dry damp mop for spilled water. Try not to wear high heeled shoes and don’t drag furniture because of possiblity of scratch issues.

Once you have decided to change your floor we can only compliment you on your good decision. Second, we will provide some options regarding flooring. Now, you no longer need to stick with old mosaic floor. Choices are many. The most preferred choice now a day is marble flooring. It has become a common sight in not only urban households but also in rural places. Most popular Indian marble is makrana variety. Before you opt for marble, look out for its quality. Avoid soft marbles as they develop cracks easily. If you can push your budget little higher then Spanish, Greek or Italian marble are the best choices.  

Tiles are another popular choice. Ideal for kitchen and bathroom, ceramic tiles are available in several colors. The price range varies depending upon the quality. Ceramic tiles are need more care because once they are broken they cannot be repaired. In the slightly higher budget range, you can opt for vitrified tiles. If you are not really inclined towards tiles, then granite is another option. It is easy to maintain and quite sturdy. However, it has a dull look that’s why people prefer to mix it with marble. Lastly, wooden laminates is a very popular choice in hotels and homes. It gives that rustic elegance.  

One of the best pleasures of balcony is good view you get. But if you are unable to get that, you can always hang plants over the entire length of the balcony. It could be done in a equidistant form and from the parapet above. There is twin benefit of this step. One, you can get rid of bad view and secondly you will create illusion of space. In case, you have a very pathetic view from your balcony, use taller plants to conceal it.

If you have slightly artistic touch then go for two well-placed lamps or lanterns in balcony. This will give your balcony a designer look. You can also place lanterns in the walls. One attractive idea is to place brass sculpture in the balcony. It must be placed amidst green plants. This will give your balcony an entirely new look.

Molds can be dangerous to small children and cause allergies. Try and keep the windows open and dust away the growth. Keep children away from the area. Chipped plasters also come off more easily during monsoon. Contractual labour can be employed with reputed experts in this field.

For closets the best option is to use a bit of pepper in a bowl to absorb the moisture. Another idea to the keep a plastic bag with cloves which also gives fragrance to the cupboard. Switch on the fan and keep the cupboards open for a while for some part of the day. Clothes also cause dampness which can be remedied with ironing. Store embroided clothes separately and air them well during the monsoon.

The shoe rack has to be inspected well during monsoon as it is the best place for breeding cobwebs and other insects. Damp shoes have to be dried before storing as leather encourages the formation of fungus. Blow dry the shoes with the hair dryer after the wetness is lessened. Store kitchen items in proper enclosed jars especially grains and flour.

Camphor is known for its moisture absorbing properties. Use them in the corners of the room. Monsoon again is not a time for elaborate flower arrangements. Use artificial flowers instead. Take care of indoor plants and keep a check on the water level accumulated on outdoor plants. Use plastic mats to replace the door rugs/mats and invest in a reliable pest control service to take care of unwelcome guests like ants and cockroaches.

While decorating and designing your living room, many interior decorators will have their own suggestions and opinions. It is however important to select colours, decorative items, and other furniture and furnishings that best suit your need and make you feel at home!

The colour of the walls that one chooses for the living room should preferably be light with neutral shades. This is because light colours can easily go with wooden furniture items and also makes the room airy, bright and youthful. Moreover, it also makes the room flexible because you can easily change the furniture in ace you want to at a later date without much bothering about the walls of your living room. Textured walls can also look quite attractive.

In case you are person who love colours, you can decorate your living room with different colored pillows, colorful curtains and colorful wall hangings. This will create a good balance to your living room especially with the neutral wall colours.

Also, positioning of the furniture is very important be it a large living room or a small one. Most interior designer suggest that it is better to divide a large living room in two or three seating areas but this entirely depends on your discretion because if you have a lot of guest coming to your house, then you may want a big seating arrangement in your living room. Small living rooms can be quite fun to decorate. Cozy corner bean bags can make your living room truly comfortable. You may also not want to invest in sofa sets and arrange a shamiana kind of seating with low lighting and pillows and floor beds.