Decorating with Wicker

January 31, 2008 by Decorator  
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As appealing as wicker furniture is, most people are turned off by the lack of variety and durability offered by rattan or natural wicker as both will mildew and rot over time. The Resin Wicker Furniture offered by Tectona provides a wonderful substitute that is durable and resistant to the elements. Tectona offers a variety of resin wicker furniture such as footstools, couches and even tables.

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Illusionary Spaces for Small Apartments Designs

January 28, 2008 by Decorator  
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Decorating the home is not an activity limited to large palaces or sweeping mansions.

Apartments often need the love and attention that can be given by decorating and should not be overlooked.

The problem many have with decorating apartments is size as most standard apartments are small in floor space. You do not have to live a cluttered lifestyle if you understand and employ the principles of decorating for small spaces. 

There are several tips that will give the small apartment the appearance of space while giving it style and flavor. Floor space is important and gives a sense of freedom and flow and while this may be hard to achieve in small apartments, it is not that hard to emulate. 

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Brisa 2000 Ceiling Fan

January 18, 2008 by Decorator  
Filed under Interior Furniture

The usual, standard, and conventional is quickly becoming outdated and out of style. Interior decorating is often the leader in redesigning style and starting new trends.


There is a desire to have the most unique and chic home in the land and luckily all facets and aspects of the home can be redone and redesigned with this goal in mind.

Ceiling fans rotate in and out of style every couple of years for a variety of reasons, usually due to their outdated look.

Luckily, the Matthews Fan Company has provided stylish ceiling fans for the home or office that is sure to stay a hit for years to come. Cost efficient items are not usually thought to be trendy, but the Brisa 2000 stands above the old bland styles.

Ceiling fans are a great way to conserve electricity as it reduces the need to keep the air conditioner or even the heater running.

Many are turned off by the traditional ceiling fan’s outdated paddles and lack of creativity. The Brisa 2000 has a revolutionary style that will spark the imagination and add style to any room. 

Resembling orbiting bodies, the Brisa 2000 has three components; the central component, the fan itself, and the counter balance.

There are different styles of this ceiling fan but the two popular ones are a sleek paddle style with small paddles and table top fan style.

Both of these styles descend from the ceiling with the counter balance and fan orbiting the central component

The Brisa 2000 comes in numerous styles such as brushed nickel, mahogany and bronze.

They can come with or without a guard for the fan and generally weigh about 21 pounds.

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Affordable Antiques Furniture

January 11, 2008 by Decorator  
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Decorating with antiques seems to be the high point for any interior decorator; it certainly is for those “Do It Yourselfers”.


The problem many have with antiques is the price tag. Having a room or better yet, a house full of tasteful antiques, adds instant beauty and charm.

Though for those on a budget, bringing together a room with antiques can take months and even years of careful penny pinching.

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Rondo Cat Furniture

January 6, 2008 by Decorator  
Filed under Interior Furniture

For those that love both style and their feline friends, Cat-Interiors has developed an item to accommodate both.

The Rondo is a sleek modern piece of furniture specifically directed at a cat’s needs while being fashionable enough to place in any room.

Often times, pet furniture is bulky pieces of carpeted wood that really have no place among the stylish decor of modern homes.

With the Rondo, cat owners will have no qualms about placing this structure in the living room, bedroom, or anywhere else that can easily be seen by guests. 

The Rondo style is everything that a cat would request; oval in shape with a padded interior and a cover that a cat can sharpen their claws on without the worry of ruining or damaging anything.

The Rondo is fashionable enough to include among other pieces of furniture without embarrassment or pain. The Rondo fits in seamlessly with the décor of any room with the numerous covers available.

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