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5 Fall-Inspired Color Trends
Is your home in need of a makeover? One of the simplest ways to refresh the look of your home is through seasonally-inspired décor.
"Fall is the perfect time to add color to your walls and update décor in your home, ahead of the busy holiday season," says Julie Richard, Ace Hardware design expert. "Whether you're looking to add a pop of color with a decorative statement piece, or apply a fresh coat of paint to a room that needs a lift, our advice will help you bring transformative updates to life during the most colorful time of year."
Organic and timeless, autumn's foliage lends itself to warm, neutral color palettes and vintage décor paired with deep greens and jewel tones, says Richard and colleagues Katie Reynolds and Nathan Fischer, also Ace design experts. The trio recommends updating your home wi...
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Design tips for a chef-centered kitchen
(BPT) - Many homeowners with a passion for cooking desire a kitchen that mirrors those of renowned chefs. To achieve this, various design elements and simple upgrades can be incorporated to create the ideal kitchen that combines ultimate functionality with sophisticated style.
Faucet makeover
Culinary enthusiasts spend a lot of time at the sink. A faucet that simplifies tasks is a necessity and the Brizo SolnaArticulating Kitchen Faucet is a culinary-driven innovation offering flexibility and control in the kitchen. Boasting crisp, contemporary lines, the articulating arm can be adjusted to position the two-function spray wand at various heights and angles - extend the arm up or outward to fill large pots or lower into the sink to reduce splash during clean-up. Beyond function, its Scandinav...
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The Best Investment? Real Estate, Americans Say
Real estate was once again named the best long-term investment, topping stocks, mutual funds, gold, savings accounts, CDs and bonds as the preferred means to long-term gains, according to a recent Gallup poll.
For the Americans surveyed, investment preferences broke down as follows:
- Real Estate – 31 percent
- Stocks/Mutual Funds – 25 percent
- Gold – 19 percent
- Savings Accounts/CDs – 15 percent
- Bonds – 6 percent
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5 Tips to Pick the Perfect Paint
A number of factors play a role in how color is perceived in a home. While choosing a room color is a deeply personal choice, it's helpful to understand how certain influences can help guide paint color choice, says Noelle Parks, an interior design professional with Dunn-Edwards Paints®.
Parks recommends homeowners follow these guidelines when selecting paint colors.
1. Choose color based on desired mood.
From high-energy red to mellow blue, psychological responses to color inform effective and stimulating home design. Consider the ambience of the room before choosing a color. Will it be a lively dining room? A peaceful study? A luxurious bedroom?
Warm tones like red, orange and yellow evoke energy, playfulness and action – great for spaces for interaction like dinin...
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A Must-Read Glossary of Terms for Homebuyers
A number of products and services exist to help homeowners protect what will likely be the largest investment they'll make – buying a home. The key to their effectiveness is gaining a clear understanding of various industry terms, defined by the non-profit National Home Service Contract Association (NHSCA).
Home Service Contract/Warranty
A home service contract provides service, repair or replacement due to normal wear and tear on major, built-in household appliances and systems. Most cover items such as dishwashers, ovens, wiring and plumbing systems and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC).
Many contract providers also offer a menu of optional items such as pool pumps, spas and freestanding appliances such as refrigerators and clothing washers and dryers for...