How to Hang Window Blinds
Oct 20, 2009 Interior Design Tips
If you’ve decided to go with window blinds over buying curtains, there’s a few simple steps to consider on how to hang them. When deciding on where to put your roman blinds, it depends entirely on the window itself. If the window opens inward, your only choice is to put the blinds on the outside of the frame. If the depth of the window frame is sufficient – you can put the blinds on the inside of the frame or in the window recess. Another consideration is the window shape and whether the window is even square – if it is not, then placing the blinds on the outside is best.
How to Measure for Blinds
- For outside the window recess, you can choose to put the blind on the window frame itself, or to
measure approximately 5-10 cm on both sides of the recess and 5-10 cm above and below. - If measuring within the window recess, measure the width and drop of the area. Make sure to choose three different spots along the width of the window – and choose the narrowest measurement to ensure the blind can move up and down without hitting the sides.
When choosing blind or curtain material, consider your current decor. While polyester blends tend to be crease resistant, cotton, linen and even silk make excellent drapery choices. But keep in mind that silk, while gorgeous and decadent, is easy prey to sun and water damage.
How to Find Space in Closets
Oct 12, 2009 Interior Design Tips
Every woman wants more closet space—and she can have it if she knows how to store her clothes properly. Here are tips for arranging your closet for-maximum space usage:
• Take note of where the clothing pole in your closet is placed. Often it is placed in the center of the closet, neglecting the space in front and at the back. Read the rest of this entry »
See if you have enough space for two poles, by moving the “single” pole forward or backward and placing another one in front or at the back.
• Is there space above your first clothing pole for a pole placed higher up, for blouses and jackets? Many women have placed such a pole above the first clothing pole for shorter garments, and have found it very useful.
Garment bags take up space because they are often bulky. You might be better off keeping your garments in the plastic covers that come from the cleaners.
• Use thin hangers in your closet. The old hangers are wide and bulky and take up so much space.
• You can store shoes in several ways. You can just place them on the bottom of your closet, in rows. You can purchase a shoe stand that has raised prongs for each shoe. You can also use shoe boxes and label them clearly on the outside, so that you know what is inside. Then place them one on top of the other on your closet floor or on a shelf. You can also buy a shoe bag and place it on the inside door of your closet.
Home Improvements Tips – Home Improvement Loans
Oct 2, 2009 Home Improvement
Finding funding for your dream home renovation can be a challenge for a variety of reasons. Poor credit, creditor claims and defaulting on payments can significantly decrease your chances of being approved for a personal loan – and lower interest rates. Homeowner loans can be a better option for most people.
As a type of secured loan, a homeowner loan is a guarantee of payment for your bank. So while there is risk of the house itself if you cannot make payments, it is often possible to realize more options for the type of homeowner loan you are looking for. Smaller payments over a longer period of time may make your dream renovations possible.
In order to find the ideal homeowner loan for you and your family, it’s only a matter of doing your homework and shopping around. Just like finding home insurance quotes online, you can also find information and details about home owner loans. Compare interest rates, terms and conditions and what eligibility requirements may be. Vendors want your business and they will happily provide you with all of these details via email or phone. So don’t be afraid to ask as many questions as you like – be the savvy consumer and shop around.
