Posts Tagged ‘appliances’

Make yoour own D-I-Y Bathroom Decorative Mirror

November 1, 2008

For once, let me focus attention on our bathroom, one of the eye catching piece in our bathroom is the decorative mirror, people might not pay much attention to it, but let me tell you that it is one of the most well known decorative piece in our bathroom. It is known that it can provide the best finishing touch in a bathroom – providing both function and aesthetic, they are necessary for everyday grooming as well as completing the look of your new or existing bathroom. Well it is always known that the decorative mirrors are sometimes hard to find and most are pretty much expensive. So, is there a way to make ends meet? Well I think that you can create a decorative mirror yourself.

Measurements are always an important part of this piece. First up, measure the area where you want to place the mirror, for example, we are working with a 48″ vanity when referring to our measurements, and so you will want to adjust accordingly for your vanity size. For our 48″ vanity, we are going to choose a 36″ rectangle mirror, allowing 6″ on each side for the tile decoration. For height, there are a couple of options, if you cannot find a mirror that is the exact height of the ceiling, you can place tile all the way around the mirror for a complete border. It is always on a high note to consider these measurements.

Ok choosing a style, first you should choose the style. For this example choose a small mosaic tile, no bigger than 2×2, for your mirror border. Try to match your countertop color by bringing tile samples home and placing them on the counter. Find tiles that mimic the tone/color of your countertop without being completely matched up. A mosaic tile with several color tones in it will give you the best look. It can be a very good design for your decorative mirror. So, I suggest having it look its best.

Now to finish things off, place the mirror on the wall so it is centered horizontally and vertically in the space. If you have a light fixture, you’ll want to work below it or remove it and leave the space open for re-installation. Once you have attached the mirror to the wall with glue, you can begin installing the tile around the perimeter of the mirror. And there you have it, your own D-I-Y decorative mirror; it is much more convenient over the expensive branded ones. So it’ll be a good deal for your bathroom and your budgets.

Jron Magcale
http://www.mhnshopping.com/decorative-mirrors/

Cleaning Your Kitchen Sink a Must for your Home

November 1, 2008

We should know that our home is our own paradise; we need to always take care of it. So, when it comes to our kitchen, we should always be clean. The entire kitchen can be clean but if the kitchen sink is dirty the rest of the kitchen just doesn’t seem clean either. The kitchen sink is a focal point in the kitchen so a clean kitchen sink is important to the overall level of cleanliness in the entire room. It is always known that our kitchen sink is one of the heavily used in our house, so cleaning it is an important thing to keep in mind.

Empty the sink – Remove everything from behind the sink. If you store your dish soap on the back of the sink, move it to the counter as you clean. If you keep a container of hand soap on the back of the sink, set it aside. Put away any dishes that may be sitting in the dish drainer and remove the dish drainer. It is important to have the kitchen sink empty to avoid anything that will be a distraction once you are cleaning your kitchen sink. Always remember that your kitchen sink is one of the most important parts of your home, cleaning it is a good thing to do,

Wash the sink –Wash its accessories before you wash the sink itself. Start with the dish drainer. If you look closely at the dish drainer you’ll be surprised to notice the way dust accumulates along the various grooves. Use a scrub brush to wash away all of the dust from the hard to reach surfaces of the drainer. Rinse well and set the drainer aside. Remember that if you do this you will have been able to easily do the next parts of the cleaning.

Use cleaning products – Use only cleaning products approved for your kitchen sink. If your sink is stainless steel you can use an abrasive kitchen cleanser but if it is porcelain you’ll need something that is approved for the more delicate surface to prevent scratching or etching. Whatever the sink is made of just check the label to make sure your cleaner is approved for it. You also need to scrub the entire sink just to make sure you are doing the right step. Your kitchens sink needs to have everything cleaned and scrubbed for better results of course.

Dry the entire sink – Lastly you have to dry the entire sink with a kitchen towel. Return the drainer and soap bottles to their designated locations. Admire your sparkling clean kitchen sink, after all these steps are done, your kitchen sink will be good as new. So I suggest make this a habit so your kitchen can always have the best condition for future use.

Jron Magcale
http://sinkdepot.net/catalog/home.php

Top Pick for Your New Home is Modern Furniture

September 20, 2008

When picking up a new home, there are really a lot, and I mean a lot that you need to have in considerations with, people often looks at it as a hard task but with that I think people should also keep in mind that there are basis on looking what’s best for your home, one of them is making sure your home has the best furniture style to blend with your new home. Old furniture just won’t cut it, so try to get that artistic and stylish mind off the ground and make your own modern home stun with the best modern furniture. One of the things that people should really put their eyes on is finding what’s best for your home as a motif or theme. Of course, some homes likes to go old school but most wants the modern touch that could blend in with their home and other homes as well.

I think that when you talk about a modern home and the impact it can give, there are a lot to mention and a lot to keep in factors with. Modern homes should always try to follow the basic rule of the genre, go modern, smooth lines exquisite curves and unique features, the modern furniture can always be a one of kind furniture to your new home. Most people have a lot in consideration for sure and with that being said people should try to consider and try to think going modern, although isn’t always the best choice for different kinds of homes can always blend into your home, all you need to keep in mind is knowing the correct buttons to push for your home’s outlook. There are different characteristics that you can always look at, in modern furniture so you should always be careful on choosing, some says that it should be carefully looked into, some will tell you that there are actually things that you need to keep in mind.

You will most likely get your chance on making big assessment in your home’s basic improvements, although, people would tell you that there are things that you can always see, there are still the size factor, the space factor etc. that needs to be addressed. Of course you don’t want to get big furniture in a small room, do you? It will eat space and would not blend in well, plus the comfort level will be on the downside that’s for sure. Try to always be punctual on making your home’s design to the best possible ways because it will be a big outcome to your interest. Although the style and design is often the big factor the comfort level still needs to be addressed. Look into it as a great way to make your creativity in a good side.

Jron Magcale
http://www.modani.com

Choosing Modern Couch Your Way

June 9, 2008

Well a piece of information about your furniture, what’s the most important piece in the living room? That thing you’ll spend a lot of your time on? Well pop-quiz hotshot, it is the couch. And I am here to guide you how to find one in which will benefit your home. You have to understand a lot about modern furniture more importantly the couch or the sofa. More to point there are a lot to keep in mind on choosing the right one it is not entirely easy as it sounds.

Understanding the Anatomy of a Couch, believe it or not you have to consider these stuff. First off, The Filler: You can’t go wrong with a down-and-feather combo, but high-density foam is also comfy, budget-friendly and long-wearing. Next up The Fabric: If the piece is wrapped in rich leather, thick twill or durable micro suede, you can count on its longevity. Also the Joints: You might not see them, but the joints should be double- or triple-doweled, corner blocked, glued and high-pressure-stapled for support. An important factor is the Frame: Look for a couch built with a kiln-dried hardwood (better because less moisture is left in the wood) such as beach, maple or ash.

Ok now that I have laid out some info about the anatomy of the subject, let me tackle the Sofa basics. Well if you are eager to have a good sofa expect to pay between $700 to $2,000 for a couch, but designer ones can go for over $10,000. Well don’t be surprised that is the way it is, you want some quality you pay a high price. A love seat is an average of 58-60 inches long. And an “apartment-size” couch is somewhere between a love seat and standard three-seater in length. A quality couch should last about 10 years with normal wear and tear. That means you will get to have your money’s worth or sometimes more.

Next in-line is “knowing your style”, as I’ve previously stated, the more class you have on your couch the more money you are likely to spend. Have a budget and give yourself a 10 percent cushion in case you find that you just have to have a certain piece. Think about your lifestyle. A small space requires a smaller couch. Lots of guests require a pull-out. Visualize your dream living space. Want to be traditional? Lush, dark solids create a warm look. Thinking more modern classic? Less fancy leg- or arm-work in neutral colors will stand the test of time. Or is your taste more modern? New fabrics, bright colors or patterns, and retro-modern shapes are hot now.

Of course last course is to Test it. Sit all the way back in the corner of every prospective couch. See how it feels. Your feet should touch the floor, and you shouldn’t sink so far that you need a hand getting out. Stretch out like you do at home to get a sense of how you will fit on the couch. Test the height of the arms and check for ample padding on the arm rests. If the back is finished as well as the front, a good craftsman has been at work. Removable cushions are a plus since you can flip them over if you spill. Well, there you have it some helpful tips for your modern sofa or couch. A guide to help you choose your way to comfort and style, for sure.

Jron Magcale

http://modernfurnituremiami.org/