Home Décor
Home decorating isn't a task that comes easily to everyone. There's a lot to choose from with a sea of paint colors, flooring options, furnishings, and ideas available on the Web. We've sorted through the best the Web has to offer to help you freshen up your home's look, whether you're looking to find general inspiration, get ideas or buy items for specific rooms, or hire a professional.
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When it comes to décor, the Internet offers a wealth of inspiration and resources. Whether you're sprucing up the guest bedroom or revamping your entire home, the sites in this section help get your project off the ground.
Dulcinea's Insight
- As you begin to plan a decorating project, identifying your preferred decorating style is key. Whether you're choosing a new bedspread or doing a complete home makeover, knowing your color palette and having an overall aesthetic can help you create rooms that complement each other. You will also save time when searching for design solutions. However, don't feel limited by your chosen style—it's meant to be a guide and you are welcome to choose eclectic pieces that don't necessarily match your aesthetic, but just feel right.
- If you don't have a particular project in mind but know that you need a change, try browsing through some Web sites and see what other people have done to the interior and exterior of their homes.
- Consider buying a Decorating Assistant; this handy filing system keeps all of your plans, samples, and contact information in one portable container.
- If you start to feel overwhelmed and want to hire a professional decorator, read this article first.
Dulcinea's Picks
To find your decorating style ...
HGTV
offers a playful style quiz that helps you easily identify your preferred decorating style and doesn't baffle you with fancy design terms. Browse this site further for a well-written decorating blog, style slideshows and explanations in its "Designers' Portfolio" page, and tons more decorating resources.
Decorating Den
has put together a style questionnaire that suits those with enough decorating knowledge to understand the difference between "pleated shades" and "swags and jabots."
For popular decorating styles ...
Country Living
compliments the magazine of the same name and provides a very readable description of the casual, comfortable, antique-rich "country style."
Taunton's Inspired House
clears up the free-for-all misconception of the "eclectic style" in this article, revealing discipline and subtleties that go into this funky and unique decorating philosophy.
Better Homes and Gardens
runs you through a few of the more common decorating themes and styles with beautiful pictures to accompany its concise explanations. After you've browsed the styles, further explore this site for great tips, tools, and ideas for your own home.
To find a designer or decorator ...
The American Society of Interior Designers
allows you to search for designers' Web sites by location. This site boasts a wealth of information and gives tips on finding and hiring the right interior designer for you.
For inspiration ...
Getdecorating
compiles over 30,000 images of interiors and exteriors, accessible to fee-paying members. Once you've joined, you can also use a regional supplier directory and retrieve countless articles.
For home decorating tips and guidance ...
Decorating Den
is a professional interior design service that's useful whether you're looking to hire a pro or not. The site comprises designer tips, inspiring before-and-after photos, and links allowing you to purchase the design team's latest book or subscribe to a free newsletter.
MyInteriorDecorator
provides a wide variety of decorating resources. Articles, tips, books, and interior products for every room in the house are available here. You can shop by style and also subscribe to a free newsletter.
Tucson Home and Garden Spot
offers up some tips for timeless decorating to create a home that never goes out of style.
Interior Decorating Prices
Decorating your home doesn't have to bust your budget. There are tons of deals to be had. The sites ... read more »
Living Room Decoration
Redecorating what may be the most well-used room in the home can seem like a monumental task. The ... read more »
Kitchen and Bathroom Decoration
Renovating these two seemingly very different locations requires similar products such as tiles, ... read more »
How do I decorate my bedroom?
The most private of rooms, your bedroom is where you can decorate with total independence, without ... read more »
Home Office Décor
An increasing number of people can commute to work without opening the front door. If you're one of ... read more »
Wall Treatments
Changing the wallpaper and repainting are among the more manageable tasks in home improvement but ... read more »
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