Diamond Certified Resource Interior Decorating & Design Guide
Redesigning or updating a room? Think about these 5 things to get the most functional design and best outcome for your needs. Design smart on a budget.
Interior lighting creates ambience and functionality and lowers energy costs. Here’s what you need to know about upgrading your interior lighting.
If your garage is messy, consider hiring a garage storage and organizing specialist. Learn more about garage organization and storage solutions.
Bring new life to a family heirloom or make your living room look new again with furniture reupholstering services. Read FAQs all about furniture reupholstery.
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BENICIA — Choosing new window coverings for your home isn’t something to be taken lightly. Window coverings are a substantial investment, so it’s important to make an informed, conscientious choice that will leave you satisfied for the long term. Here are two pieces of advice for choosing a window covering product: Don’t get too attached to a window covering style before meeting with your designer. Sometimes you’ll have your heart set on a particular type of shade or blind, but due to the configuration of your windows, the angles of your walls or some other factor, it ends up not being a good fit for your home. For this reason, instead of focusing on a particular style of window covering, Read more
SAN RAFAEL — Most people assume door and window screens are one-size-fits-all, but there are actually a variety of styles and options from which to choose. Whether you’re looking for increased UV protection or a clearer view, you can find a screen that meets your specific needs. Here are some popular options: Basic screens: Conventional fiberglass screens are commonly found in homes. Pet screens: If you have animals living in your home, a PVC-coated pet screen offers enhanced protection from damage caused by dogs and cats. Invisible screens: Designed for those who want unobstructed views out their windows or doors, products such as UltraVue offer better transparency than conventional screen material. Read more
SANTA ROSA — When it comes to reupholstering a chair or sofa, one aspect that’s sometimes overlooked is the cushion. However, a cushion can have a significant impact on how a piece of furniture looks and functions, so it’s important to look beyond the fabric and regard what lies beneath. Few people realize that a cushion can make or break an upholstery project. Whether it doesn’t fit correctly or wasn’t properly installed, a cushion can make the entire job look bad. Additionally, a poorly installed cushion is often uncomfortable, which can defeat the purpose of having a piece of furniture in the first place. To avoid such issues, discuss your cushion options with an upholstery specialist and, Read more
PETALUMA — In the past, homeowners who wanted to replace their windows were somewhat limited in their choices. Today, consumers can choose from a wide variety of window options and find a product that best fits their lifestyle, budget and personal preferences. Here’s some information about the most popular styles of window frames on the market today: Vinyl Window Frames Vinyl window frames were originally created to replace aluminum, which were the most common frames installed in houses throughout the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s. Here are a few attributes of vinyl windows: Improved energy efficiency Virtually maintenance-free Less likely to collect condensation Almost all manufacturers offer lifetime warranties. Read more
Buying custom furniture? Reupholstering your current furniture? You’ll want to know more about upholstery fabric options that offer style and value.
Want a built-in bookshelf? Here’s all you need to know about where to put bookshelves and bookshelf designs.
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