MANAGING CLUTTER
A disorganized home causes a lot of stress. This is because you often find that you have to sort through many things in order to find what you want at any given time. This takes you more time than you would finding things in a well organized house. To clean up clutter:
*Avoid keeping things you dont need.
*Put things you don use everyday in boxes.
*Sell or give away what you will never use.
*Keep useful things closer.
*Store things in areas where they are often used.
*Keep similar things together. |
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BEDROOM DECORATING IDEAS
When it comes to decorating your bedroom, comfort is the most important factor to consider. Followed by what your will use the room for. For example is you like to read, include a shelf. Think about the colors that you would like to use. Apart from being ones that you love, they should be related to one another. Refer to a color wheel like the one below to see which colors go together. It is usually the color of the bedspread that determines the color of the wall paint. Choose a one of the colors in the bedspread if it multicolored. Below is a colourwheel to help you combine your colours.
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THE LIVING ROOM DECORATING TIPS
*The style you choose to decorate your living room should reflect your lifestyle.
*The furniture must work around a center.
*Use pieces that are related in color.
*Dont use too many flowers. Go for at least three floral patterns and then add plain but related colors.
* Sitting areas must have side tables do that you can put snacks or other objects when you sit.
*The type of lighting in the room can set the mood. Such as romance, reading or entertainment. You may use a rheostat to adjust the lights.
*Let the great things about your room be more visible than the rest. Use a light next to them. If you have a good view outside, have larger windows.
*Small living rooms require built in shelves. If you put in too much furniture, such as shelves the room will look smaller. |
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KITCHEN DECORATING TIPS
The kitchen is what makes the house look good especially with potential buyers. It needs to be well looked after because it is a reflection of the home.
*Use slip covers over your kitchen chairs. These can be changed from time to time to give you kitchen a different look.
*If you bathroom or laundry is close to your kitchen, keep the door between them closed.
*Use solid surfaces such as ceramic tiles, marble or similar hard but smooth textures that are not easily worn out by knives.
*Add stools in order to make it welcoming to guests.
*If you dont have floor space, put cupboards on the wall for storage.
*Mirror reflect light and brighten up the room. |
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BATHROOMS
They need not be plain. You can accessorize them with candles chandelier, art or plants.
*Avoid decorations made of clothe.
*Use a rug that does not slip easily.
*Picture should fall under a theme they must not be a random collection.
For example pets or black and white photos.
*The color of your wall should come from one of the colors from your curtains.
*Clean your bathroom beginning from the top. Clean the mirror and widows first and the floor last.
*The shower curtain reflects a certain look in the bathroom. It must be well taken care of because it collects mold which is not safe for the family. Read the label about hot to care for. If it has no color, you may use bleach. Lemon juice is effective in combating mold. |
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DINING ROOMS
The dining room is place where people come together not only to eat but to share ideas even after the meal is over. Therefore, it should be inviting and comfortable.
*The table and chairs are the most central part of the room.
*If you use you the dining room often, make it less formal in appearance.
* Use softer seats to encourage people to stay longer and feel more at home.
*Adding flowers or fruits as centerpieces brighter up a dining room.
*Formal dining needs similar set up for every guest.
*The type of meal your are having should determine the type of table cloth you use.
*The colors the pieces should complement each other. For example the color of the wall should be one of the colors on the curtains.
*Use slip covers on chairs. They give a softer look and can be used to change the look of your room. |
UNBLOCKING THE DRAIN
Drain blockages are caused by build up of hair or food particles that collect in the pipe.
To prevent this problem:
* You must remove food from dishes before you put them in the kitchen sink. When it comes to the bathroom, regularly remove hair from the mouth of the drainage.
*If you are in the process of constructing a new home, use fittings that do not bend at a 90 degree angle but are curved. This kind of bend does not trap as much residue. In addition, fitting that can be removed are better then those that are permanently sealed. They can be removed and washed if the drain is blocked.
*Avoid throwing huge chunks of tissue into the toilet especially if it has a thin drainage pipe. If it blocks on a regular basis, try throwing your used tissues into a bin rather than flashing them.The type of tools you use to unblock drains depends on the problem.
You need to place some newspapers on the floor surrounding the blocked hole. Do not forget to wear gloves.
If you have grease build up, use chemicals which are often available in the store. Soda is also used depending on what is inside the pipe. You can also use a plunger which you place over the whole and push up and down over the whole. If this does not help, close the taps and throw to disconnect and clean the pipes under the sink. |
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