How-To Guides about Interior Design

Prior to painting, pour some vanilla extract into the paint. The vanilla doesn't stain the paint, and the room won't smell like paint fumes.

If you're a big fan of home improvement, then you've you've probably painted a wall or item in your day. Not only can it get expensive, it's also time consuming, and very often just plain boring. Waiting for paint to dry so that you can add another coat is, well…like waiting for paint to dry.

How to make a macrame snowflake with beads - easy tutorial.To make this snowflake you only need to know a square knot.

In this video tutorial you can see how to make macrame wall hanger.

Macrame Tutorial - Learn How to Make a Round Colorful Coasters..

This is not a tutorial, but only an idea how to make a Christmas wreath in Macrame style. You can do this is very different ways.

Concrete decor has been popular as of late, and the newest trend is dinnerware. At the London Design Festival last week, designer Vidó Nóri debuted a gorgeous new collection of geometric serving trays and bowls.

When I think about about concrete, I usually picture a bunch of hairy bros whistling at attractive women walking across the street from their worksite. Have I ever actually witnessed this? Not really. That's just what comes to mind.

How to Make a Light Bulb Vase. Great DIY craft idea.

Do you like everything about your apartment, except for that unsightly ceiling light fixture? No need to replace it, just cover it up with a DIY drum shade – it will instantly give your room a more sophisticated and personalized look. See how easy it is to make a customized drum shade that will fit any décor, all with inexpensive and easily sourced materials. This is do it yourself lighting on a budget that's perfect for renters and anyone looking for a quick upgrade to their lighting fixtures.

The space you live in says a lot about you. It reflects on not only your personality, interests, and beliefs, but your state of mind as well. Maybe you’re in a slump. Or maybe your room doesn’t accurately reflect you. Or maybe you just want to liven up your living space. Either way, the beginning of change is extrinsic. In other words, by changing your surroundings you could very possibly create a real positive change for yourself. As the old saying goes, a tidy space reflects a tidy mind. So...

How to properly measure a room to determine the size of the carpet you should buy. We also give advice on choosing the right model or tapis sur mesure (custom rugs)for your room.How to measure a room to determine the overall size you need: For living rooms, family rest rooms and houses, all their furniture in which he believes is best for the environment. Measure the open space on the sofa and chairs, making sure that when you sit, your feet should be on the carpet. No "float" a carpet in a...

If you have never bought custom carpet or Tapis personnalisé before it can be difficult to know where to start. How much should you spend? And 'strong enough for your choice? Comfortable? Color is used to encrypt or show stains? Tapis personnalisé is a French word of custom carpet.If you have never bought carpet before it can be difficult to identify where to start. What is the right amount to spend? Are the carpets to be strong enough? Comfortable? Enough to hide a dark tea and wine stains?...

This step by step guide will show you how to install a towel bar in your bathroom to add design as well as creating organization.  Brent shows you a fast and simple way to get the job done.

When choosing window treatments for your new home or renovation project, it’s often difficult to determine what color your pieces should be. Should they be a neutral addition to the room, or pack a punch of color? I think it’s safe to say that curtains and shades are openly accepted and appreciated in a variety of colors. For the purpose of the article, let’s make things a little more difficult and talk about how to determine what color your shutters should be.

So you have a picture you're dying to get up on the wall, but don't want to risk hanging it crooked. This video is your answer! Learn a few tips and tricks to make sure that every picture you hang is perfectly straight and level.

Before you fall in love with "Brilliant Blue", "Gauche Green", or any other paint color, check to see if any local authority restricts the colors you can use.  This is especially important if you live in an historic area, newer subdivision, or townhouse community.  It's not uncommon to find a list of "approved" colors in these types of neighborhoods.