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16 April 2009, by Isabella
The Modern Niche is an easy way to add architectural interest to your home. It can be easily installed by cutting a hole in your existing drywall and securing it with adhesive and screws. You can then finish the seams for a completely integrated look or surround it with a frame or molding to accent the niche. The niches may be grouped on an interior room wall or a staircase wall, providing a dramatic look to break up an otherwise bland space.
Tischlager, primarily a custom furniture producer, was founded by designer Susan Drescher to provide quality, creative, eco-friendly furniture solutions for the buyer looking for remarkable value. “Our quality is top drawer,” said Drescher, speaking of the level of craftsmanship and materials. “We use soft-close drawer slides and environmentally friendly materials and finishes with custom configurations and colors for the client.
The Tischlager “Modern Niche” was an idea conceived at 35,000 feet on a trip home from Europe. Tischlager owner Susan Drescher and her business partner first found inspiration for the Modern Niche at a gallery they were visiting in Amsterdam. “We visited a gallery that had shallow recesses on an entire wall in a stairwell,” said Drescher. “Each was filled with a portion of an image of the paintings on display. The look was dramatic and we loved it!”
At the same time, Drescher was trying to find a solution to add interest to a bland hallway at her home. “On the return flight we struggled with how to add this type of treatment to our hallway. I was dreading the idea of tearing up all the drywall and framing in the niche space,” said Drescher. She decided it could be best accomplished by designing an easy-to-install preformed insert. This would allow the average homeowner to do the installation from beginning to end and add a touch of unusual beauty to their home at an affordable price.
Installation is done in four easy steps; cut drywall, insert niche, glue and screw, then finish edges and paint. Complete step-by-step photos are shown on the Tischlager Website at http://www.tischlager.com/div_mn/htm/mn_howto.htm
All Tischlager furniture is made in the U.S. and carries a modern aesthetic look and is designed for functionality. Storage spaces are featured in most pieces and all are made with sustainability in mind. “I want to build durable furniture that won’t go to landfills,” said Drescher. “Modern, functional, creative and sustainable is my mantra.”
Categories: Home Improvement, Saving Money, Walls
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18 March 2009, by Isabella
Adding commercial fixtures to your home can be functional and inexpensive. You can create a designer look for your home for less.
If you’ve ever wanted wine display racks, china displays, or stock room shelving, like the commercial fixtures you see in your favorite shops, now is a great time to buy quality pre-owned store fixtures, racks and shelving for your closet, garage, pantry, barn, home office, business, and more, at a great discounts
“Commercial store fixtures, racks and shelving are built tough to withstand retail environments, but come with a high price tag and large minimum-size orders that put this kind of purchase out of the reach of the average consumer,” says Jim Grimwade, CEO of JG Resources, a national asset liquidation company. JG Resources is conducting store fixture liquidation sales at 26 selected Cost Plus World Market® Stores in 13 States only.
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Categories: Home Improvement, Organization, Saving Money, Wine Cellar
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18 March 2009, by Isabella
Who knew cleaning can make you feel good. According to the following study, women do like to clean their homes. [ just ask any man 
- Ed ]
A few of the following tips can make cleaning even easier.
ShopSmart Poll:
* Only 7% of Women Hate Cleaning Their Homes;
* Spend Five Hours per Week Cleaning
According to a new poll featured in the May 2009 issue of ShopSmart, from the publisher of Consumer Reports, women spend an average of five hours per week cleaning their homes. Surprisingly, only seven percent said that they hate cleaning their home, while 25% said that they love cleaning or find it relaxing.
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Categories: Allergies, Bath, Cleaning, Home Improvement, Kitchen, Saving Money
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11 March 2009, by Isabella
If you don not have a green thumb, now you can with EasyBloom.
EasyBloom users receive care instructions for more than 400 additional plants, including Supertunias, Diamond Frost and Superbells
PlantSense Inc., maker of the EasyBloom plant sensor, announced today that it will expand its comprehensive online plant library through a partnership with Proven Winners®, a leading brand of high-quality flowering plants in North America. More than 400 new plant overviews, photos and care instructions have been added to give casual gardeners a better sense of what they can grow in their backyard, home or office.
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Categories: Garden, Going Green, Home Improvement, Saving Money
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11 March 2009, by Isabella
While embarking on the major home remodel you planned for 2009 may no longer be a priority, you can still give your house some sizzle with a makeover for your front door. Elaine Griffin, leading New York designer and author, shares the four key elements for a car-stopping front door while on a budget.
“Your front entry is the first thing people see when they drive by your house, whether they make it through the threshold or not,” said Griffin. “For pure vanity, you want to express your style and make a welcoming statement. In addition, if your home is on the market, people make purchasing decisions very quickly after seeing your home. An attractive first impression will help potential buyers fall in love with it immediately.”
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Categories: Garden, Home Improvement, Saving Money
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