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A Guide To Decorate your Home With Flowers

Once you have the furniture, the pictures and paintings, the color and the curtains, then you add the gadgets in order to state that your decoration process is completed! But there are always certain details that can add a new different air to your house by themselves. Today we will learn a fabulous one; today we are going to learn flowers decoration!

At Decorating Visita Casas we like to make the most of each free space in the house environment to enrich the décor. The flowers are an element that despite being voluptuous, do not overload that already created landscape. Come and learn how to do it!

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Why Picture frames of different sizes should not be put together

Have not it happened to you that you want to avoid controversy and you decide to stay quite just because of it? It sometimes happens to me on décor matters. We, designers, can have very different opinions and in order to avoid meaningless arguments it is better not to say a word. But this is going to be an exception; there is something I’ve wanted to express since long time ago and; even though I know many will get upset, today I am going to say it: Frames of paintings of different sizes should not be together!

No; it is not a whim I am going to stand or my opinion on a very coherent way through the following lines.

Would you accompany me? Either you agree or not with me; I’d like you to read this article and then leave me your opinion inside the comments box.

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Prepare yourself to discover the ease and beauty of mosaic tiling

The art of DIY in general is wonderful; and one of the decorative arts that we love most here in Decorating Visita Casas is the construction of mosaic with tiles.

Although you can also make these wonderful works of art called mosaics with glass and all kinds of recycled materials; the use of tiles is definitely a classic that will never go out of style.

Is it hard to believe that you can take all the magic of this art to the house? Did you think it was only for murals? Well; you could not be more mistaken. Get ready to discover a world of decorative alternatives in the following lines with the mosaics and our favorite DIY technique.

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With mirrors you will be able to make your room look bigger

Decorating our bedroom with one or more mirrors can provide us with a space that will not only look wider, but also brighter and even romantic or sexy.

There are many options, but at the same time, there are many myths that surround mirrors. Especially with regards to Feng Shui.

But all those lies that you may have been told today we will unmask them; if you want to have a mirror in your room you can do it!

And if you do not get much inspiration because you have given up the idea long ago; we will also leave you a gallery quite wide of photographs so that you can get a different image to help you boost that creativity.

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Waverly Bedding: Bringing that Glamour and Style back into Homes

Bedrooms are the most important place for everyone at home. That’s because we (the owners) treat the bedroom as our sanctuary; and we feel that imperative need to personalize it to be able to externalize the best of us. Thinking about the importance of that meaning is that Waverly Bedding offers us an entire line of products for decoration and comfort in our most intimate place of home.

Combining glamorous style; Waverly Bedding presents a concept that we had forgotten in our attempt to be more and more functional. Now, without losing that functionality; we can be as elegant as the kings of the golden age.

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Rule The Scaffolding to Paint the Ceiling By Learning The 7 Killer Secrets

A scaffold can be really costly, especially it can be an unnecessary investment for the average person whose source of income does not come from the paint business; however, scaffoldings are the safest option for painting tall exteriors.

You do not have to hire an expert every time, mainly for tasks that you can do them yourself with just a little help, and you also don’t need to spend money on buying a scaffold, you can rent it.

The important thing is to know how to set a scaffold up properly, place it correctly and make an adequate usage of it at the moment of going up or down.

Here in Decorating Visita Casas we explain you all of this and more!

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How to Clean a Laptop Screen

Every laptop owner must know how to clean a laptop screen. Over time, the laptop screen may accumulate dust, finger prints and smudges. This can be an eye sore and hamper your view. Also, maintaining your laptop’s cleanliness will help prolong its life somehow.

The first thing you do is get a lint-free cloth, distilled water, air spray, cotton buds, and a soft bristled brush. Some electronics store sells these specialized brushes you can use to clean your laptop. Manufacturers do not recommend the use of alcohol-based cleaners or anything corrosive such as ammonias because they can damage the laptop screen.

First of all, turn off your laptop. Unplug it and remove the battery. Dust your laptop screen. Spray the distilled water on the lint-free cloth (cotton cloths, tissue papers are not recommended for these because its fibers maybe left behind), make it damp, not wet. And do not attempt to directly spray the water on the screen.

Gently wipe the screen in a specific direction. If you can still see smudges, repeat he procedure until you are contented. If the stains are too stubborn, try adding a small amount of white vinegar into the distilled water. Once you’ve finished, leave it for a while to let it dry entirely.

For maintenance, you can also purchase a screen guard. This will prevent any dust or stains from getting into your screen. Then if it is already used, you can replace it.

Your keyboard may also leave some marks and scratches on your screen because they touch each other when you fold your laptop. You can also attach a transparent silicon mat on your keyboard to prevent it from scratching the screen.

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How to Clean Artificial Flowers

Artificial flowers are a great way to keep a household looking fresh and lively without the costly expense of having to buy live flowers every week. While some artificial flowers may look cheap and fake, some may be convincingly realistic. If you want to have artificial flowers in your house, make the investment of buying pricier yet also more high quality ones for, if properly maintained, they will make a big difference in your living space.

If you have committed to purchasing high quality artificial flowers, you must also learn how to thoroughly clean artificial flowers. This can be quite tricky as many of them, especially top quality ones, are made of delicate fabrics and materials that can be easily damaged if handled the wrong way. By reading and understanding the following tips, you will be an expert in no time.

For tiny dirt particles or light coats of dust, one can use a handheld blow-dryer on the lowest setting. Bottles of compressed air may also be an option. With gentle yet purposive blows of air, any loose particles of dirt and dust will easily be removed.
For heavier coats of dust, silk flower cleaning sprays can be used to clean flowers. These sprays dissolve dust upon contact and are hence perfect for the gentle process. While these silk flower cleaning sprays come in a range of prices, it is important not to skimp on these. High costing silk flower cleaning sprays are efficient and effective in dissolving dust particles without ruining the artificial flower design whereas low costing silk flower cleaning sprays can actually seal in dirt and other foreign particles. Some cheap silk flower cleaning sprays can even stain artificial flowers and should hence never be used.

If you are interested in more cost-effective means to do that, there are certainly some options you can choose from. One popular method is to take a relatively large plastic bag and pour about half a cup of salt into it. Next, place a few artificial flowers inside and shake the contents for a few minutes. Make sure to clean only a few artificial flowers at a time because too many of them inside the plastic bag could cause them to get flattened or scratched. If done effectively, this cleaning method can remove even the most difficult to reach dirt and dust particles.

If you are certain about the colour permanence of your artificial flowers, you can try mixing up a vinegar and water solution based on a 1:1 ratio. Pour the vinegar and water solution into a clean spray bottle and gently spray your artificial flowers from a good distance. The idea is to mist the artificial flowers with a light coat of the vinegar and water solution rather than drench them.

With this range of options on how to clean artificial flowers, you can pick the method that is most effective and convenient to you. Whether you are willing to spend a few bucks or spare a few extra minutes, make sure that you maintain your commitment to keeping you flowers clean and good-as-new; otherwise, your good investment might just turn to dry and wilted flowers.

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Applying the Magic to Your Shelves

We all know that shelf liners can be very useful in our household. It can be your decoration and it can also be used as your glassware and dishes’ protection from dirt and many more. Shelf liners can be made of different materials. Examples of these materials are plastic, cork and coated paper.

If you’re still confused on how to place the shelf liners properly, here are the basic steps you can follow in order to have an appropriate aligning of your shelf liners unto different shelves or cabinets:
1. Determine first the different materials to use. The following are the materials we need for this project: tools, shelf liner, pencil, ruler or tape measure, straight edge.
2. Eradicate the materials placed inside the shelf or cabinet that you will apply your shelf liner on. Also, thoroughly clean the surfaces. You can use ammonia or alcohol. Cleaning the surfaces is important especially if you’re going to use adhesive shelf liners.
3. Measure the shelves and determine the sizes of shelf liner that you are going to use. Do not just rely on one measurement because some cabinets or shelves have a different measurement even if they looked like just the same.
4. Choose a shelf liner that is wider or more of the same size with the shelf or cabinet. Roll out the liner and let at least half of an inch of liner be longer than the length of the shelf itself. The extra length can be used if there will be problems regarding the shelf liner.
5. Cut the shelf liner to size. Draw a straight line and cut it. The width of the liner can also be cut depending on the size of the shelf that you are currently using.
6. Applying the shelf liner is not that hard. When you are using adhesive shelf liners, remove the backing so that the liner will be attached to the shelf at ease and with no difficulties. If you’re not worrying if the liner will slip off, you don’t need to remove the backing.
7. Place and fit the shelf liner. If there are excess, feel free to cut it. Now to apply, peel off a little bit of the backing of the back corner. Put the liner unto the shelf with of course, on the right position then press down the corners of the liner. You can peel off the backing while pressing down the liner to be sure that the liner will stick to the shelf.

Now, those are the easy and simple steps to apply your shelf liners to your cabinets, shelves and many more. Just follow the different steps if you still want to apply other shelf liners to your things. Don’t forget to place all things back once finished! Enjoy!

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Doorknob Decorations at its Best

When re-decorating our rooms, we usually overlooked at the simplest and smallest part of it. We’re more on the walls, the shelves, the door, but we never tried to decorate our doorknobs. Most likely, doorknobs are decorated by maybe only 2 out of 10 people. Likewise, doorknobs aren’t that hard to decorate. Designing your doorknobs can even make your room more elegant than before. With this article, we will be able to impart to you the different tips that you can use in decorating your doorknobs.

The first thing that you can do is paint your doorknob. Don’t use traditional or wall house paints because it can be easily peeled off. Try using metallic paints for the royalty look or even a textured look. Metallic paint is easy to dry so use your brush and paint quickly. Don’t brush with different strokes. It is better to use only one direction of the strokes especially that the metallic paint can dry easily. One coat can be enough but you can use two coatings in order to have a better effect.

After painting, you can put on other designs like stones. Put on masking tape and tape it on the knob. Let it be there until the paint dries. If you’re not using metallic paint, wait for the paint to dry and glue your accessories into the knob. You can also use different appliqués. Example of this is the different patterns like tulips, butterflies, ladybugs and many more. You can paint first the knob according to the kind of appliqué that you are going to use in order to have a harmonious effect on your doorknob.

You can use different accessories like metallic initials or monograms unto your doorknob. You can buy these accessories in your local markets. Make sure that whatever you’re going to use, it will be suited to the theme of the room. If the theme of the room is underwater, you can use a fish or seashell kind of design. Another thing that you can buy and use is a hanger. There are a variety of designs for the hangers. Some have designs like of a girl, a boy and many more. Other hangers are multi-functional because they can be used in holding your keys, holding a pad for your messages and things and many more.

You can do experimentation when applying your designs. Just make sure that it is according to your taste and theme for it may lead a disastrous effect to the overall appearance of your room. If you’re not into painting, you can apply different accessories that are available in the local markets.

There can be different designs that you can use for your doorknobs. It is based on you on which one will you do in order to have a new and improved doorknob of your own that reflects your very own personality. Good luck in designing!

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How to Creatively Design your Door Knob

People tend to overlook the importance of a door knob in the overall appearance of their home. Just before thinking the right decoration for your wall and ceilings, don’t neglect the little things around your home, like your door knob. You can create an elegant door knob without spending your money on replacing them.

• The easiest way to change the overall look of your doorknob is to apply paint. Traditional wall paint is not the proper paint to use for your doorknob. Try to use some metallic paint of silver and gold look, or some of the dimensional paint available to add some texture to your old doorknob. Metallic paints usually dry quickly than ordinary paint. Use synchronized way of painting to have the best look when dry. Sometimes, a metallic paint requires only one coat.
• When using textured paint use a brush or a piece of foam to rub on your doorknob. After the texture paint has dried, just apply one more coat for much better result. Two coats of paint are sometimes better than one coat. You can embed something on the paint after the last coat before it totally dries up. You can embed rhinestone or buttons if you like. A one large stone at the center of the doorknob look nice. To be able to hold the stone while the paint is still wet, you can use a masking tape to hold the stone in place.
• Apply rub-on appliqués to brighten doorknobs at your bathrooms and bedrooms. You can use a butterfly pattern, starfish or even flower garden. Don’t forget to sand you doorknob before putting your rub-on. Check your doorknob before putting your appliqués package. You can also apply some paint on the doorknob that will complement the design of your appliqué. This is a good idea if you want to have a unique and creative doorknob.
• If you have a skill or hidden artistry, you can paint scenery on your doorknob. It can be a lake, a country road or anything you wish. The outcome of this style can be very unique and beautiful. If you are not a very talented artist you can always use some stencil to get a comparable effect.
• One of the most popular decorations for doorknobs is hangers. Hangers may com from different shapes of wood and foam. They just hang around on your doorknob and come with a variety of designs and styles. Some popular hanger designs are shells and stars. Others may have beautiful pad for leaving special messages.
• You can also purchased a metallic monograms that can stick at your doorknob. These metallic materials are available with different colors and designs.
• Try to incorporate different methods and techniques to make your doorknob more fabulous. You can make use of metallic paint and stick rub-on to decorate your door knob.

Some of the methods may not be suitable for your doorknob. Find the most suitable method for your doorknob by inspecting the kind of doorknobs you have at home.

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Shelf Liners: your Magic in Disguise

Shelf liners are used for in different reasons. It can either be used as a design in your room makeover. It can also be a decoration in the different parts of your home like bathroom, kitchen, bedroom, etc. but of course, with a shelf or a drawer in that area. One advantage of having a shelf liner is that it can make an old cabinet or drawer looks like new even if you didn’t replace them. Another thing about shelf liners is it is used in order to line shelves. Shelf liners are usually made up of plastic, coated paper or cork mats. The usual purpose of having a shelf liner is that it is used to cover your shelves from dirt, and to prevent breaking the glasses and dishes on hard surfaces.

The usual width of shelf liners is 12”, 18” and 24”. They are 10 or 25 feet long. Past shelf liners are only made up of materials which were coated paper with a peel of a kind of cement. Example is the contact paper. Nowadays, shelf liners are made up of different materials which are made up of plastic and with a combination of rubber. This combination is able to provide a dry surface and it lets the liner be put onto the top of the shelf.

You can also be creative with shelf liners because they are available in different colors and patterns of course that are suited to be used in your kitchen or bathroom. Plastic shelf liners may be thick or thin. It can also be soft or pliable, stiff or even smooth. If you want more cushioning for your kitchen materials like glasses and dishes, a thicker shelf liner will be the solution. On the other hand, ribbed shelf liners are able to let moisture break out from glasses or dishes though dirt can also be gathered into one place. Moreover, do not worry because most of the shelf liners today are water-resistant and sturdy. If you want to test its durability, you can throw it out in your washing machine! Another good thing about shelf liners is that you won’t have a hard time cleaning it because they are very easy to cleanse.

Another thing that you determine in shelf liners is its adhesiveness. Adhesive liners are a bit hard to install and don’t forget that it should only be used on unpainted surfaces, vinyl, laminates, glass or metal. For the non-adhesive liners, it can be safe and easy to use because you can use it in many surfaces unlike the adhesive ones.

In using shelf liners, you need to use your creativity and practicality. If you live in an old house or just an apartment, you can use shelf liners in order to cover the different markings of dirt and soil found in your shelves which were used for a long peiod of time. They can also be used in dressing up your cupboards and clear glass cabinet doors. Truly, shelf liners are magic in disguise because it can make something old look new in your eyes and it can help your pocket too because shelf liners aren’t that expensive. Good luck!

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Be Fashionable with a Table Skirt

Maybe you are wondering why you need to add fashion to your room with a table skirt. The answer for that is so simple. Almost each and every one of us feels and gets bored with the way our room usually looks like most of the time. So, why don’t you try to add even a bit of fashion in your own room with the use of a table skirt? Besides, it won’t hurt you even a bit if you’re going to try to one that you made on your own. What’s more is that, by simply doing this redecorating of your room, you are actually showing other people your true personality as well as the creativity inside of you. Aside from that, a table skirt can and will actually go a long way when used properly.

A simple table skirt with different shades of color can be mixed and matched for you to be able to see and distinguish which combination will be looking great with each other. So, if you actually have a side table in your room, all you have to do is buy some material for a table skirt with a color that coordinates well with the whole theme of your room. Of course, it is very important that your furniture as well as all the other things in your room must be well-coordinated too with your room’s theme.

What’s great about this table skirt making is that it can actually be used at any table in your whole house; not just for the tables in your room but for all the tables in the whole house as well. Now, you can easily redesign and redecorate your house without having to spend too much money.

Don’t waste any of your time anymore, add fashion to your room s well as to the rest of the tables of your whole house. Make your home’s atmosphere look well-coordinated thanks to your attractive tables, and let these table skirts help you bring out the creativeness and beauty of your entire house. Be fashionable enough with your designs, but then, if you don’t know much about designing or decorating, you can simply seek professional help from the experts and let them advice and guide you all the way in redecorating your home.

Show other people how to add some fashion to their own room or houses without having to spend too much money. Help others have a fashionable room and house as yours and let them know how easily it can be done.

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Homemade Centerpiece for Your Thanksgiving Party

Do you know how to make a homemade centerpiece which you can use for your Thanksgiving party? Do you have any idea what are the things that you might need for you to be able to make one and do it well? Well, just to give you some ideas, making your homemade centerpiece need not be that hard, most especially if you want it to be more personalized, while saving money at the same time. Yes, you heard it right –by simply making your own centerpiece you can then save some amount as opposed to buying a readymade one. What’s more is that, the centerpiece that you are going to make will surely be unique since it has been personalized by you. And just to give you some clue on what are the things or the possible themes that you can do for you to be able to have your own fall and Thanksgiving centerpiece. The following paragraphs will offer you helpful advice.

Now, let us discuss about what are the different themes that are commonly being used as a centerpiece for the holidays of fall and thanksgiving. The first one is the wreath centerpiece. This is the type of centerpiece that uses some silk or even some freshly grown and harvested plants which may be assembled in any size that you want. The second one is the fall pears or the oak leaves centerpiece. This is the kind of centerpiece that uses real pear fruits with rich color and some real leaves that can easily be collected from around your yard, and then assembled in any way that you prefer. The third one is the fruits and the flowers platter centerpiece. As derived from its name, this particular centerpiece is composed of some real flowers and fruits that have to be arranged attractively and properly on a good-looking platter.

The third one is the Thanksgiving Evergreen centerpiece. This is the centerpiece which is specially made to be used during every Thanksgiving. This is the type of centerpiece that requires some materials that can actually stay and last from fall up to the Christmas season. There are so many other possible Thanksgiving centerpieces from which you can choose from, such as the basket of dried corn and pumpkins centerpiece, the harvest centerpiece, the pine cones and branches arrangement, the beaded fruit centerpiece, a platter of nature’s harvest centerpiece, and lastly, the easy mantle decorations centerpiece.

Whichever centerpiece you prefer to use on that holiday, it is very important that you’ll always make sure that the centerpiece that you are going to make will be made by all the creativeness, hard work, and love in you. Always keep in mind that any of the things that we do in life will have a great outcome, most especially if we give out all our best just to do it. Enjoy making your own centerpiece and have a great, happy, and fun Thanksgiving and fall season with your loved ones.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Make your Own Decorative Fish Net

Decorating your home is one of the things that you can do to give a new make over to your house. One of the things that you could use is a decorative fish net which is a unique decoration for your home. A lot of women have been using this to give a fresh look to their house as they could combine other materials with the net to make it more personal. However, some are hesitant to use fish net as a décor because this entails more work. Furthermore, others just buy store bought decorative fish net which are expensive. Others are not familiar with this décor. But if you would only see the different reasons why you should start to make your own decorative fish net, chances are you would be hooked on this décor.

Here are 5 reasons why you should make your own decorative fish net:
1. It is cheaper than a store bought decorative fish net. If you are one of those who are budget conscious, then you could settle for a cheap fish net and add some materials. This way, you could make your own personal touches to the decoration. You could have a look that you desire but can’t find in the store. Furthermore, you could afford more decors if you were able to save on this one.

2. If you are one of those who wanted to have a new look for your home and wants to have a decoration that is not only beautiful but unique as well, this may be the answer to your needs. How many homes have been using decorative fish nets? That is why this decoration would surely be a hit. Having a décor which you have made will surely be the talk of the town.

3. It enhances creativity. It allows you to think of a design and actually see them in your home. This would help you make use of the materials that you have. You can even use the scraps on your house to make the decoration. You can even allow your kids to make your own decorative fish net.

4. You could have a theme for the décor. This way it would add life to your home. You could finally have a décor that satisfies your heart’s desires. You can even change it whenever you want. You can match your decorative fish net with the other decors you have.

5. Making a decorative fish net can actually be a good way to bond with your family. Ask your daughters in coming up with concepts on the how the décor would look. This is a good way to have a quality time with them. It is a fun and enjoyable hobby for you and your kids.

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Best Rug Pad For Your Investment

Many people are very fond of rugs. Some have a collection of rugs and it can be plainly seen in the house itself. Rugs are great ornamental designs at home and actually add value and accent to the design of the interior home. Because of this, a variety of rugs are made available. It can be made from different materials and one best example is the use of silk. Silk rugs are of one of the most valuable, most beautiful and most expensive rugs of all time. Of course, this is because it is made of silk. Silk rugs are usually done for a long period of time. Once a person buys this kind of rug, he or she must maintain rug care ways to protect it from being destroyed. Thus, a silk rug should be protected because it is a kind of investment. How to protect it? Then we must use the best rug pad that we can have for it.

What is the best rug pad for rugs? The answer is simple. A rug pad should have a surface which is textured. The bottom should also be non-slip. Rug pads like these are usually made of a rubber bottom and a jute surface. Because there are many rug pads which have the same feature like this, then follow the different tips in choosing the right rug pad. First, the surface should be of recycled jute. To determine this, feel if the surface is more of needle punched, which helps in giving the pad a dense texture surface. You can determine the texture of the pad if it holds to the silk pad itself. Second, the bottom pad should be made of a solid rubber. Imitations are quite popular these days because some rug pads contain bottoms which are only made of layers of latex or chemicals. Likewise, this won’t last long because it is not original and the floors may be damaged over a period of time.

Non-slip pads with holes are great choices for a rug pad. The reason is because it gives a solid foundation for the rug itself. While you can use slip pads with holes, you can also use thicker pads. The only problem with thick pads is it can’t keep the silk rug flat. Some people can actually determine if the rug pad is the best choice. Don’t be careless about your silk rug. Aside from the fact that it is quite expensive, the quality of the silk rug should be preserved so it is better if you choose the best rug pad in order to protect this kind of investment so it can last for a longer time. There are different tips mentioned above. You must follow them in order to have the best rug pad for your silk rug. You can also ask the professionals about this in order to have the best rug pad for your rugs. Good luck!

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Playing With Area Rugs For Style

Do you want to have an additional effect or ambiance to your home interior? Well, you can attain this difference by having an area rug that will best suit your taste and personality. Many people think of area rugs as just a piece of material but the truth is they can have different functions in your home. If you’re thinking that an area rug is just for the elite people, well you’re wrong because area rugs aren’t that expensive nowadays and many people are using it to add design to their homes or offices.

Area rugs are effective and efficient heaters at home. It adds warmth to your room, making it friendlier and a nice place to stay in. It adds a theme of relaxation and comfort especially if it is placed under the table or the couch and in front of a fireplace. It also livens up the room because its colors can really add an effect to the atmosphere. Different patterns and designs are made available with this type of rug. With area rugs, a small room might look bigger and a big room will look smaller, depending on the patterns the rug has.

You can choose from a wide variety of choices available for area rugs. Themes and patterns such as animal prints and geometric shapes are usually the choices of some people. Of course, it should be according to your taste and personality so it can reflect who you really are in your room.

Area rugs are usually compared to or are similar with a chandelier or are even an entertainment system because they may be considered as the center of attraction. Now, how can you choose the right area rug for your home or office? First, arrange the room. Look for the place where you want to put your area rug at. The arrangement of the furniture also adds what kind of area rug you will choose because the design should be according to the type of furniture and theme you are using. Next, determine the size of the room. If it is large, of course you will need to look for a large area rug so your things will be in place. Also, it will add balance in the room. Thus, this is all about the strategic placement of the area rug.

Area rugs are not only for designs. It also adds protection to the flooring from scratches and dirt. It also adds a comfort zone to the kitchen because the cook will have a great surface to walk at. A dull area can look stylish and attractive once you use the area rug especially if it complements the room. Play with the colors and patterns and place your area rug in a place wherein it will add the style that you want.

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