Making Brass Look Tarnished?I have just installed a new shiny brass lock on my seventy-five year old basement door. Does anyone know of anything I can apply to it to make it tarnish or discolor to a dark brown/black so that it will somewhat match the hinges and doorknobs?
Decorating Cinder Block Walls?I need ideas for hanging chiffon on my daughter's dormitory cinder block walls. I can not make any holes or permanent marks.
Dark Walnut Flooring?Dark Walnut Flooring. I would like to use wide planked dark walnut flooring in my new home. I also have medium walnut cabinets.
Hanging a Blanket on the Wall?Could anyone tell me how to hang a blanket on a wall without damaging the blanket? It is not a really heavy blanket.
Removing Color From Fabric?How do I take out just some color from valances. They are too bright of a yellow to match my duvet. I tried putting them in the washer with regular chlorine bleach but no color came out. I just want to take some of the brightness out not all the color.
What Type of Fabric are Hunter Douglas Privacy Sheers Made Of?I am shopping for window coverings and am curious as to what is the 'unique' fabric that Hunter Douglas uses for their Privacy Sheers (Luminette). Any knowledge that you would have to guide me to a similar purchase at a fabric store would be appreciated.
Fireman DecorWhen we moved to the suburbs of our city into another county, my husband became a volunteer fireman for our community. He began collecting fireman items and we needed a place to display them.
Tips for Using a Candle Warmer?I like to use yankee candles but some of them are either very strong, or don't have much of a scent at all. i would like something that has a nice smell, that I could use on my candlewarmer and leave on all day. Some get too strong smelling, and I can only stand them for a short time. Others don't have enough of a fragrance. Does anyone have any suggestions on what frangrances might be good to try?
Late 1800's English Decor?I am interested in ideas for creating an English, late 1800's interior decorating theme around fox hunts and English equestrian decor. My entire home is currently in transition to this style. Anyone know of where used, discarded horse rider apparrel is looking for a new home?
Hanging Light Things on the Wall?I hang many things on my walls with TOOTHPASTE, now that's something to smile about. Inexpensive and easy for anyone to do...
Recipe for "Paste" for Removable Fabric Wall Art?Several years ago I found a recipe for a home made "paste" solution that you could soak fabric in and then hang on the wall. (Ex: cut out balloons and bears.)
Hanging Your Speakers With Macrame Plant HoldersI was at an acquaintance's home recently. They're using macrame potted plant hangers to set their stereo speakers in, so they're not on the floor. I thought this was a great idea, it brings the music, etc. up to where you are, instead of coming from down on the floor.
Shopping For a Redecorating ProjectTake pictures of the room that you are decorating with you when you go shopping. It will make it easier to match decorations with the room.
Profession Decorating Advice?Does anybody have any links for personal help with decorating. I have a awful room that I need help with furniture placement. It has 3 doors, one is a double set, a fireplace and a bay window and the walkway is just about in the middle of the room.
Looking For Home Makeover Advice For My Mom?My mother's home needs a serious makeover. However, the funds are limited and she really doesn't know how to go about getting it done. She's the best mom in the world and I'd like to surprise her with home improvement quest. To whom ever it may concern, please send me information on how to start the process. Thanks!
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Sheila from Florida
Making Painted Woodwork Look Like Real Wood?
Does anyone know how to make painted woodwork or doors to look like real wood? Looking for some way to do the older pieces of baseboard in other parts of the house.
I have an older home and have replaced some baseboard with new wood.
Or is there another idea that would work?
thanks
Linda
