Interior Design How-Tos
How To: Install inside mount horizontal sheer shades
Inside mount sheer horizontal shades are easy to install. Watch this how to video and learn how easy is it to install them. All you need to install inside mount sheer shades is a screw driver or a cordless screwdriver.
How To: Choose between inside mount or outside mount shades
When buying blinds or shades, first you will need to determine whether to choose an inside or an outside mount shade. Both options block light and reduct energy costs. Watch this how-to video to learn what you need to know so that you can choose which mount is right for you.
How To: Install inside mount pleated shades
Pleated shades add great decor to any home window. Inside mount pleated shades are easy to install. Watch this Home & Garden how to video to learn how to install inside mount pleated shades.
How To: Install Tuscany drapery panels
Drapery panels are one of the most beautiful touches you can add to your overall decor. Drapery panels create the illusion of a larger window opening and a finished touch to your windows. Watch this Home & Garden how to video to learn how easy it is to install Tuscany style drapery panels.
How To: Install inverted pleat drapery panels
Drapery panels are one of the most beautiful touches you can add to your overall decor. Drapery panel create the illusion of a larger window opening and a finished touch to your windows. Watch this Home & Garden how to video and learn how easy it is to install inverted pleat drapery panels on your windows.
How To: Install a grommet valance on a window
Measuring and installation of fabric valances is easy. In this short video you will see just how simple it is to install a grommet valance. Watch this how to video and you can install a grommet valance into your home.
How To: Replace a tilt mechanism for window blinds
Do you need to replace the tilt mechanism on your old wood or faux wood blinds? The tilt mechanism controls the angle of the slats on your blinds. This short tutorial teaches you how to replace a tilt mechanism for your window blinds.
How To: Install inside mount roman shades on a window
Inside mount Roman shades are easy to install and can be the perfect solution to bare windows. In this short tutorial you will learn how to install inside mount Roman shades in your home. Watch this video and you can dress your windows with inside mount Roman shades in no time.
How To: Install outside mount wood blinds on a window
Outside mount wood blinds are easy to install and can be the perfect solution to bare windows. In this short tutorial you will learn how to install outside mount wood blinds in your home. Watch this video and you can dress your windows with outside mount wood blinds in no time.
How To: Install inside mount roller shades on a window
Inside mount roller shades are easy to install and can be the perfect solution to bare windows. In this short tutorial you will learn how to install inside mount roller shades in your home. Watch this video and you can dress your windows with inside mount roller shades in no time.
How To: Install horizontal blinds
Horizontal Blinds are easy to install and can be the perfect solution to bare windows. In this short tutorial you will learn how to install horizontal blinds in your home. Watch this video and you can dress your windows with horizontal blinds in no time.
How To: Make cheap curtain rods
Curtain rods can be pretty expensive especially if you need to hang curtains in eery room. This how to video gives you a great idea for making cheap, attractive curtain rods. You can make your home beautiful but still not spend a lot of money. Check out this tutorial and find out how to save money when dressing your windows.
How To: Make your fireplace heat efficient
Did you know you fireplace is very inefficient? It takes conditioned and treated air and pushes it out of your home. This tutorial video will teach you how to make your fireplace more efficient.
How To: Save time and messes painting with a grocery bag
Tired of cleaning up the paint roller tray after a hard day's work? Watch this video tutorial from home improvement expert Danny Lipford to see how to save time and messes painting with a grocery bag.
How To: Mix paint to ensure a well blended wall color
Home improvement expert Danny Lipford helps you figure out a way to mix paint thoroughly to ensure a proper paint job in your house. This video tutorial will show you just how to mix paint to ensure a well blended wall color.
How To: Make sure you have the right frame for your artwork
Check out this video from the Handy Goddess to see how to make sure you have the right frame for your artwork. Make sure you choose the right frame for your artwork or painting is important for the design of your living room or dining room or wherever. One way to get the right frame for your environment is to take a photograph of the picture where it will stay. Then, use the photo as reference when searching for that perfect frame to accommodate that perfect piece of artwork.
How To: Make a Zen garden on a budget
A thrift store picture frame is the basis for this easy tabletop DIY Zen garden. This little Zen garden is a great way to decorate a bathroom or living room. Learn how to make a cheap and easy Zen garden watch this video home decorating tutorial.
How To: Make a dream catcher mirror
Are you looking to add to the Native American inspired decor in your home? This video crafting tutorial shows how to make a dream catcher style mirror. While this mirror is not a particularly authentic dream catcher, it's reminiscent of the American Indian traditional emblem. Learn how to make a dream catcher mirror by watching this instructional interior design video.
How To: Make a lace lampshade with Thread Banger
Here at the nesting labs, we take on all kinds of esthetic experiments. This week we morph a old lamp into a brand new lace lamp shade. Using vintage and recycled materials we create a lovely, new accessory for the home. Then we take a trip on over to the New York nest of the tidiest bachelor. Learn how to revamp a lamp shade with lace by watching this video interior design tutorial.
How To: Create a patio with feng shui and attract money
Even if the purported benefits of feng shui don't interest you, this art of thoughtfully arranging your home will at least add a little style to the interior. Learn how to use feng shui to boost your paycheck and attract helpful friends, or just redo a patio by watching this video interior design tutorial.
How To: Attract energy to your front door with feng shui
Trying to entice new opportunities, or does your entryway just look a little blah? The art of feng shui can help arrange your home to boost your career, or at least make everything look better. Learn how to attract energy to your front door by watching this video interior design and feng shui tutorial.
How To: Reduce the effect of EMFs in the bedroom by feng shui
EMFs (electro magnetic fields) can sap energy. Even if you don't believe that the art of feng shui can change your life, you can be sure that removing those EMFs from your bedroom will make you feel better. Learn how to boost your energy by watching this video interior design and feng shui tutorial.
How To: Feng shui your living room to de-stress
Feng shui can supposedly do everything from relax to rejuvenate. At the very least, it can de-stress the mess of your living room. Watch this video interior design tutorial and learn how to feng shui your living room and create a more relaxing environment.
How To: Feng shui your bedroom for maximum energy and vibes
Feng shui is the practice of artfully arranging your home to maximize energy and good vibrations. Believe it or not, it can at least clean the junk out and make things look great. Watch this video interior design tutorial and learn how to feng shui your bedroom.
How To: Lay carpet tiles in your living room
Keep a high traffic floor evergreen using replaceable carpet tiles. All you need is a straight edge, measuring tape and a utility knife. Watch this how to video and grab your equipment to give your living room an entirely different feel.
How To: Make a museum art wall in your house
This how to video shows you how to put your interior decorating skills to the test. Watch and learn how easy it is to make a museum art wall in your own house. Make any wall into an artwork showcase with a track system and lighting. Display your own works of art or your favorite artist.
How To: Design a baseball theme bathroom
In this interior design how-to video Shari Hiller helps you design a fun baseball-themed bathroom. This baseball bathrooms is a bathroom any young boy would love. Put your interior decorating skills to the test and try this home improvement project.
How To: Apply a kitchen tile backsplash
You don't have to sweat it out when you remodel your kitchen. Check out this easy and inexpensive way to update your culinary space.
How To: Turn an outdated mantel into a stunningly modern one
Fireplaces make a great focal point to any living room, unless they are not properly decorated. In this Home & Garden how to video Kim Myles adds lots of glamour with a modern mantel makeover. Get great tips and ideas for decorating any outdated fireplace or mantel.
How To: Create a custom made rug for your bathroom
Get creative and design your own custom rug. It's easy and affordable! If you don't like the idea try going to a rug store and walk all the way to the back. Watch this how to video to learn more about how to create a custom made rug.
How To: Add light to a room inexpensively
Lighting up a room is easy with these simple cost efficient techniques. Watch this how to video and get some tips on how to add warm to a dark dungeon with a few tricks.
How To: Make a fireplace the focal point in a room
Have a boring fireplace that seems to be a sight for sore eyes in the living room? Build a mantle or change the facade to make your fireplace the focal point. Watch this how to video and get a few tips on how to spruce up a drab looking fireplace.
How To: Turn a bathroom into a modern Mediterranean retreat
Have a boring master bathroom? Plan and design an elegant bathroom retreat with old world flair. Watch this how to video and turn your bathroom into a modern Mediterranean retreat. It is very simple to do with these helpful interior design tips.
How To: Design a home office that can be a guest room at night
Do you have an extra room in your home? Watch this video tutorial from an interior designer to learn how to make that extra house space a home office by day and a guest room by night.
How To: Remodel your bathroom with minimum cash
Remodeling a small bathroom can cost big bucks. Watch this home improvement video tutorial for tips on how to get maximum impact on how bath room without spending a lot of cash.
How To: Bind carpet with Instabind
Carpet with bound edges look so much better than unbound ones. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to bind carpet edges with Instabind. You will need glue gun, scissors, clear tape and Instabind that matches your carpet.
How To: Make a desktop photo frame from office supplies
Are your photographs stashed away because you do not have frames to put them in? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make a desk top photo frame using common office supplies. You will need a CD case, a binder clip and scotch tape.
How To: Hang wallpaper yourself
Wallpaper is a great way of brightening up your room - but it’s a messy job if you don't know what you are doing. To prevent any mishaps, watch this video tutorial to learn how to hang wallpaper correctly.
How To: Prepare your wall or floor for tiling
So you've decided to tile your bathroom or kitchen but where on earth do you start? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to prepare your wall or floor for tiling.
How To: Temporarily remove a radiator for interior decorating
Hmmm... looks like this place could do with a lick of paint. If you are decorating, you may want to remove the radiator to decorate behind it. Not sure how to do it? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to temporarily remove a radiator for interior decorating.