A Hidden Jewel In Home Decorating, The Powder Room

Typically a small space consisting of just a sink and toilet, you most likely know them by a more common term �half-bath� or �guest bath.

With the representation of the room, it is possible to determine the sizes of furniture you have or that you wish to purchase.Of course a complete make over is not always necessary, sometimes just simple changes could be all that�s needed. How about a vase of fresh flowers, some new towels, a whimsical piece of art or new window treatments.7) Sense of styleIt is eminently helpful to make scaled cutouts of the furniture and position all the pieces to your liking within your scale drawing. Gather large pieces to make the most of a focal point. Arrange some informal seating areas.Add some sparkle with a new light fixture, mirror or towel racks in finishes of chrome, gold and bronze.3) Establish a budget range5) Lighting can set a moodHappy consumers are those who do their homework before they buy. You may be a buyer instead of a shopper, but you would reap the rewards of some time spent learning more about the products you use to decorate-especially big-ticket items.New flooring can add drama however; if this is not currently in the budget an area rug in a bold color or a geometric pattern will do the trick.6) Create interest8) Research productsEver wonder where the term �powder room� came from? It�s derived from Victorian times, when women needed to �powder their noses�.This article is shareware. Give this article away for free on your site, or include it as part of any paid package as long as the entire article is left intact including this notice. Copyright � 2004 bonnie carrierAnother thing you will find interesting as you study the history of trade blankets to use as southwest, is that as women became more interested in interior design in the early 1900's, rustic decorating and western designs rose in popularity. These "Indian blankets" as they came to be called, were sought after by people across the nation who wanted them for southwest bedding and as decorative couch or chair covers to accent Native American home decor. The Indian trade blankets were great for covering exposed legs when in a wagon, sleigh or buggy, and in the new horseless carriages. Later on, they became popular as blankets and throws for camping, sporting events and a new pass time called motoring.4) Walls and floors are your frame

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