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                                                                      Source:  Google Making your home green friendly and reducing your carbon footprint is not at all complicated and just takes a few simple quick fixes that can be done in a short period of time. Living green is not only good for the environment, but it reduces waste, and is good for your health and the health of future generations. Reducing your carbon footprint means reducing the amount of greenhouse gas emissions you produce by reducing the amount of electricity, and heating used by heavy appliances such as dryers and refrigerators. 8 green friendly and carbon reducing footprint tips:  Use front loading washer and dryers as they are energy efficient and use less water and electricity. Dry your clothes on a clothesline and ...

Is your home office feeling dull and uninspiring lately? Then consider updating it, to keep you inspired and motivated throughout the day. Whether you spend your day writing, blogging or just paying bills, etc., your mental outlook can be greatly improved simply by refreshing and updating your home office. The first thing to consider is changing the paint color. If you need to lessen your stress levels go with cool colors such as greens, blues and purple. These color choices calm the spirit and will help you to concentrate on your task as they do not overwhelm the space. The color green in particular is a wise choice as it promotes creativity, balance and harmony. To keep you energized choose vibrant colors such as oranges, reds and yellows. These colors are in the warm color family and are vibrant, lively and will keep you alert. Next, choose a rug that complements your new paint color. This will ground the space and make it feel more comfortable. Make sure your home office ...

A red front door creates welcoming energy and positive vibes. In Feng Shui, it is believed that painting your front door red invites a welcoming flow of energy, as the front door is known as the "Mouth of Chi", where energy enters. If your house is on the market and you want it to stand out, choosing a red color for your entry door will boost your curb appeal, as a potential buyer will always remember the house with the red front door. A bold front door color like red makes a great first impression and reveals a lot about the homeowner. Below are some interesting facts worth considering before choosing to paint your front door red: The color red symbolizes passion, vibrancy and excitement.In Ancient times it was believed that a red front door wards off evil spirits and ghosts.According to Scottish tradition, to celebrate a mortgage-free home, the homeowner would paint their front door red.In Chinese culture red represents abundance, happiness and good fortune.In I...

To update your existing kitchen on a budget can easily be done by updating fabric and accessories, replacing outdated appliances with modern stainless steel appliances, and updating countertops with granite or quartz. If your budget allows, update fixtures such as faucets, sinks and lighting. The following steps will help you to update your kitchen without blowing your budget: Make a wish list of the things that you want to update Create a sample board of fabrics, accessories, and paint colors that you love Choose a color scheme Develop a budget and stick to it Research the decorating style you want to implement by using design resources Use washable paint and wallpaper Purchase quality, energy efficient appliances Add designer details such as a tiled mural  Install new decorative light fixtures such as wall scones  Coordinate your new kitchen with the rest of your home so it is visibly pleasing. Below are some beautiful updated kitchens, I hope  the...

One of my favorite styles of home decorating is the modern shabby chic style of decor. This style of decorating started in Great Britain predominantly in grand country houses.  Shabby chic decor has evolved since then due to influences from the Swedish and French decorating culture. Modern shabby chic is comprised of vintage and antique furniture (usually painted white), recycled old furniture and fabrics, particularly cotton and French linen with a feminine influence. Decorative items/accessories used in this style of decorating are vintage chandeliers, chenile bedspreads, patchwork quilts, floral printed tablecloths, old vases painted with roses and flea market finds such as jelly jars, milk jugs, and pie plates. To achieve the shabby chic look in your home is easy just follow these ideas: Bring in furniture pieces that are distressed but not damaged, good quality and preferably family heirlooms. Try painting or slipcovering your existing furniture a neutral color so the ...

Traditional decor is classic and enduring, combining luxurious rich fabrics with polished woods and beautiful leather furnishings. The kind of furniture used in Traditional decor is Renaissance, Louis the IV, Queen Anne, and Chippendale. These furnishings are usually elegant pieces lavished with opulent carvings and rich dark woods. The color palette for a Traditional style is mostly neutral. Use creams, taupes, ivory, golds, deep reds and browns and keep the floors dark and the walls a light color Accessories play an important part of the Traditional style of decor as they help to soften the sometimes rigid lines of this style. Use accessories such as large floral arrangements, vases, mirrors, crystal chandeliers, oriental rugs and luxurious neutral color draperies to compliment this scheme. Fabric choices are usually silk, velvet, soft plaids, and subdued floral patterns. Look for fabrics that are richly textured with tufted buttons and pleats to get that sophisticated look. ...

The laundry room is probably the last place to come to mind when updating or organizing our interior space. The laundry room is probably one of the most used rooms in the house, especially if you have an infant or toddlers whose clothes are changed frequently. Next to the kitchen, the laundry area/room is the hub of the house and gets a lot of traffic. Keeping this area organized and updated is a task most of us would rather not think about. But, having a laundry space that is functional and attractive will make the mundane task of doing laundry more appealing. Here are some tips to get you started on your way to a wonderful and modern laundry room. Paint or wallpaper a feature wall of the room Add draperies - if your laundry room is in your  basement adding draperies will soften the space and  make it feel brighter. Turn an old bookcase into a  shelving  unit for your  laundry supplies Add a folding station or counter top to fold clothes Install...