Ever wondered how to distress wood furniture? Ready, set, hammer! Distressing wood furniture can be as simple as that – taking out all your frustration is an added benefit. But seriously, distressed wood furniture is very on-trend right now. Peeled paint layers, dented wood, chips, and cracks; these are all signs of a well-worn and…
Guest Blogger #667, Entry #1585, September 11, 2012 French Country is probably one of the most popular decorating choices due to its versatility and appeal of its refined yet cozy aesthetic. Who wouldn’t want to fill their homes with the feel of the French countryside? Think: the blues of the French Riviera, the rustic browns of…
Guest Blogger #637, Entry #1514, August 25, 2012 When it comes to the kitchen surfaces that you use while chopping your veggies, buttering your toast, and stacking your dirty dishes to cue them up for the washer, you might not think that you have very many options. But just because ceramic tile and slabs of…
Guest Blogger #624, Entry #1476, August 18, 2012 Most homeowners don’t know the first thing about the roof on their house. As long as it keeps the rain out they’re happy to ignore it. But when you start to have problems with damage, leakage, or other concerns, you will have to become a bit more…
Entry #1454, August 10, 2012 Hanging your coat has always required a coat rack that takes up a lot of room in your foyer. Until now, did you know you can use trees as a decorative coat rack at home? We found the perfect DIY weekend project for you! Yes, your trees outside are not…
Last week I had mentioned that Stagetecture is looking for some great DIY enthusiasts to contribute their great projects and I was so surprised to get James Angus from The Cavendar Diary blog to contact me about his wonderful project. While James didn’t know about my search, he gave me a glimpse into his DIY…
Need help choosing the perfect flooring for your remodeling budget? One of the most overlooked finishes in your home is flooring, yet it is one of the most important finishes when it comes to aesthetics and durability in your entire home. Depending on your lifestyle, your family, and monthly budget, choosing flooring can be a challenge….
Entry #1192, May 19, 2012 Extending your outdoor home with the comfort of outdoor furniture is a great idea. It provides a space for outdoor activities or a relaxing place to cope with stress. The presence of outdoor furniture will definitely boost the amenities that your home can offer. Image via: Don’t Call Me Betty.Tumblr…
Entry #1191, May 19, 2012 Decorating your home with high quality furniture may take a toll on our environment. Significant amounts of trees are cut every day to accommodate the need for wood furniture. These trees take so many years to grow and will take the same duration for replacement. Good thing that modern furnishings…
Guest Blogger #495, Entry #1138, April 30, 2012 This is the time of year when people are spring cleaning their homes. With that, there sometimes comes the urge to do a bit of renovating. As you’re looking at the curtains in your living room and kitchen, you may have found yourself thinking about switching over to…
If you have a house, chances are that you have a garden. Gardens can be a beautiful escape from the troubles and closed spaces of our homes and offices. You can relax, read, enjoy dinner or have intimate parties in the privacy of your garden. It is a place usually filled with plants, fresh air…
Guest Blogger #369, Entry #957, February 14, 2012 When it comes to changing the look of your home, few makeovers match the transformational impact of installing hardwood flooring. It simply cannot be denied that wooden planks add a certain amount of warmth and richness to your interior spaces, making them more inviting and luxurious. But…