domino's Top Ten Decorator Tricks
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- 1. invest in the best
- Instead of filling a room quickly with things you can afford, enjoy the process and slowly add pieces you absolutely love.
- 2. borrow your own clothes
- If you love the hue of a blouse (or anything smooth-textured), bring it to a paint store to be scanned and reproduced.
- 3. lighten up
- Reflective, sparkly fabrics and wallpapers draw light into any space.
- 4. work with what you've got
- Play up a room's assets. If it has high ceilings, put up really tall curtains. If it's a dark box, don't try to alter it—painting it bright white will only make it seem dingy; instead, go for cozy.
- 5. lights!
- Even in small rooms, aim for at least three light sources—ideally a floor lamp and matching table lamps—to banish gloomy corners.
- 6. go antique-chic
- Invest in one fabulous antique per room, to set the tone for the entire space.
- 7. think outside the welcome mat
- Don't neglect your entryway! Think of it as an appetizer for what comes next. It should reflect your home's overall style but also contain something special, so guests want to see more.
- 8. collect more
- Collect something that speaks to you. No matter what it is, there's impact in numbers.
- 9. skirt the issue
- Skirted tables in offices or entryways can hide all manner of ills: shoes, kids' backpacks, mail—even filing cabinets.
- 10. beyond wallpaper
- Upholstering, rather than papering, walls yields a layer of softness and luxury for about the same price.
