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When trying to match accessories to a picture, flip the picture upside down. Your eyes will be able to better focus on the colors since you'll be looking from a different perpective.

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Hanging full length curtains in a room, gives the impression that the room is taller which makes it appear more spacious.

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Store touch-up paint in a baby food jar. Keep the jar and a small paintbrush somewhere in the room to make touch-ups a breeze.

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Find affordable, original art for your home by checking with local universities. Many will have an art sale at the end of each semester for students to sell their works.

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Using lighter colors of paint in smaller rooms make them appear more spacious.

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When using compact fluorescent bulbs, choose a higher temperature rating for more natural light. Daylight is simulated by bulbs rated between 5000K and 6500K.

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A 23 watt compact fluorescent bulb is similar to a 100 watt incandescent bulb. An 18 watt compact fluorescent bulb is similar to a traditional 60 watt bulb.

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Add pantry space and unique decor to your kitchen by purchasing old school lockers. They provide an abundance of storage space and can be painted to complement the room.

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To eliminate the indentations in carpet left when furniture is moved, dampen the carpet, then use a brush or broom to fluff the carpet.

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Fix divots from furniture in a carpet by placing an ice cube in the indent and letting it slowly melt. Once gone, soak up the water and fluff the carpet.

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To break up the monotony of a bookshelf, place some books vertically with horizontal stacks of books interspersed. It does not take up much extra room and adds visual interest.

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Change the look of your furniture without much work by using upholstery spray paint.

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Cover walls with cloth by dipping the pre-shrunk pre-cut cloth in starch, then placing on the wall. Use a flat edge, such as a plastic ruler, to smooth. When time to launder, simply peel off, launder and rehang.

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Save a little extra paint for touch-ups in an empty medicine bottle. Clearly label the bottle with the color and room it goes to.

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To prevent plaster from crumbling when hanging a picture, put a piece of masking tape over the area where you will be hammering in the nail.

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Before hanging wallpaper, use clear varnish on any greasy spots. It will keep the grease from affecting the wallpaper.

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Save time when hanging wallpaper by using a paint roller to apply paste instead of using a sponge.

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Refresh dated wooden furniture by sanding and repainting. A fresh coat of paint can completely change the look of an item.

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Increase light in your home by strategically hanging mirrors to reflect light.

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The direction of sunlight entering a room should influence the colors used to decorate. Read More

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