• It might surprise you to know that something that can be considered ultra feminine, like a bed canopy curtain, could suit a very manly man! And yet, with the different choices of style, effect and color of bed canopy available today, it is possible to find canopy bed curtains that suit just about every taste! Take a look at our quick personality bed canopy matcher below to see how!

    The Hopeless Romantic

    You are super girly, love everything soft, fluffy, sparkly and pink; you live for romantic picnic dates; would ideally like your other half to be a knight in shining armour and fully believe in fairies, magic dust and that dreams do come true.

    Your ideal bed canopy is the Tri-lace Four Corner Square Princess Canopy Bed Curtains in Pink by Sid Trading, $30-50 online. This is a very romantic and feminine look, perfect for princesses of all ages!

    The Safari Stud

    You are rugged and handsome; you like clean lines and elegant surroundings, lots of deep dark wooden furniture and natural fabrics; you can seriously see yourself hunting bison and adventuring into the heart of deepest Africa

    Your ideal bed canopy is the Palace 4-Poster Bed Canopy Curtains in Ecru by Fantasy, $30-50 online. This bed canopy is very simple and un-fussy, ideal for a couple or a single male with a softer side.

    The Style Conscious Fashionista

    You are deeply sexy and cool; you adore sleek, shiny and unusual materials like black satin sheets and modern contemporary looks; you see yourself surrounded by beautiful and unique people who recognize you as their leader

    Your ideal bed canopy is the Oasis Round Hoop Bed Canopy Curtains, in Black by Fantasy, $20-40 online. These bed curtains come in a large range of colors that can easily coordinate with your unusual color scheme, an excellent option for fashionistas everywhere!

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  • After working like crazy for twenty-five years in the city, I finally decided that it is time for me to live the life that I have always wanted. After saving enough money, I can finally leave in the countryside and start my dream of writing a book. I have other investments as well so even if my book will never get published I still have enough to keep me afloat. I am an introvert, I hate crowds and loud places; I just endured the city because there is nowhere else I can work where I will be able to save enough in a short time.

    Now that my dream is finally within reach my cabin is gradually taking shape. I am now trying to decide what outdoor house paint color I will buy to liven up my writing haven. I am picky with colors because it affects my mood. I will need a lot of inspiration when I start writing and I want to have that magical feeling every time I look at my house.

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  • Choosing the right rooms for bay windows is as important as choosing the windows themselves. Bay windows are a great addition to any home, but not necessarily any room. Although you may be tempted to install bay windows in a bedroom, you have to consider what that room is used for. If, for example, it’s your child’s room, you have to remember how prone children are to breaking virtually anything they touch and their ability to make a mess of anything. Bay windows include an extra area at its base, and you can be sure that children will put that space to use. Typically, the best rooms for these windows are the family room and kitchen. These are the places your family goes to relax and spend time together, and having the extra control over outdoor light is best suited for these purposes. It’s also easier to keep an eye on your children in these rooms. You will also be able to complete window treatments for bay windows with more room and supervision.

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  • If you are like most people you are looking for ways to save some extra cash these days. You may even be taking steps that you normally did not do like turn as many lights off as possible to save on your electric bill. There are other steps you can take to reduce your electric costs as well. You may want to consider investing in solar window curtains. These type of curtains have a lot of advantages over ordinary window coverings. During the cold times of the year, these curtains reduce costs by acting as insulation and keeping the warmth inside your home. During the warmer times of the year, these curtains reduce costs by keeping the sun’s rays out where you house can remain cool. The advantages do not stop there. These curtains will also give you more privacy without blocking your view from the inside, as well as, protect your carpet and furniture from the sun’s damaging rays.

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  • Over the years the use of shades on patio doors has been growing in popularity. As one of the more practical and economicalpatio door window treatments, shades can be designed to fit almost any size or type of patio door. While sliding glass doors typically present a problem for most other patio door treatments shades can be installed on sliding glass doors with little to no effort. Shades are typically installed over the top of sliding glass doors and can be pulled out to full extension when needed then compacted back in on itself when the time arises. Shades have also grown in popularity because in many cases they offer a way to capture electricity and power your home through solar power. Though most shades are not solar shades, they have begun to see increase use in the last few year as people become more environmentally conscious and look for ways to save a little money.

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  • Creative use of colors can work wonders when it comes to designing your home interiors. Have you ever thought of using colors in your living room designs? Then take a look at some ideas here.

    • For a calm, soothing effect use blue and white in your living room. You could consider walls, curtains and furniture in these colors. Photo frames and wall papers in blue and white also does the trick.

    • If you want your room to look welcoming then try brown color. You could also go for brown furniture. The combination is deadly with white or cream colored walls. Curtains and rods can also be dressed in brown colors. Wooden antique furniture with brown finish adds an elegant touch to your living room.

    • For a relaxing effect try the turquoise color. You can consider turquoise color for your walls, candles, curtains, accessories etc. Turquoise blends well with darker colors like brown, red etc.

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  • The home is the absolute retreat place for any individual. Indeed, there’s no place like home. It is where we relax and spend our time whenever we need to unwind and recall the many things that happened in a day. It is important that the home is decorated or designed the way we want it to. The design of the interiors of the house and all its other parts are said to reflect the personality of its owner. Many people often seek help in getting the best design that suits their personality. They also see to it that it is also updated but not necessarily futuristic. There are many professionals who can easily provide nice design ideas and even the detailed window treatment ideas. A trendy house is a very good investment for people as it increases its over all value as well. When it goes along with the trends of the present, it becomes very comfortable and nice to live in.

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  • The decision to add a stainless steel countertop to your kitchen is a big one and one that is commonly accompanied by a large bill. However, if you are savvy about your shopping, you can find great deals on countertops and avoid paying more than is necessary. Be sure that whatever counters you purchase include a spill guard, otherwise you risk ruining the wall behind your counter each time a liquid is spilled.

    Also, be sure that the countertop comes with a warranty of at least fifteen years. Most counters will last much longer than this, but a warranty is a sign of quality in general. Some of the best places to shop for counters are closeout stores. These often carry countertops that have been discontinued by stores that sell to contractors and no longer have a large enough inventory to sell in bulk. For someone who needs only three or four counters in their own home, there will be excellent deals.

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  • When you choose 5×8 area rugs for your home, you must use your imagination and creativity to choose the most appropriate pattern and color that suits the shape of the home and the color of the walls. Creating a magic and attraction with the area rugs is a real challenge because you have millions of types to choose from. The main benefit you derive from such an area rug is the great feeling of the rug you get under your feet. It adds comfort to your feet. You and your visitors will feel that you are symbolically getting a great reception when you have such beautiful area rugs in your house. Another benefit is that you will feel that your home is divided into two portions, one with the rug and another without it. You can re-position the area rug within minutes when you feel the necessity to do so.

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  • I live in the western suburbs of the largest city in Canada, the home was built nearly 40 years ago on what was then a mix of farmland and forest, mostly forest. We’ve installed some elegant stair handrails and a wonderful staircase, but apart from that we haven’t had to do anything with it in all this time. It’s a product of a better age, when homes were still built to last instead of being slapped together from chipboard and drywall. For one thing it has poured concrete foundations and walls, try to find that in a modern home. It also has lathe plaster walls instead of the cheap formaldeyde laced drywall from China, it’s solid, soundproof, and remarkably cozy. And your kids won’t put holes through the walls if they throw their toys in a tantrum. The home is nothing fancy, but it’s high quality through and through, built to last for a century so even my grandkids can raise their children in it, it’s a home I can pass down through the generations of my family.

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