Category: clean

  • Living with Less

    Living with Less

    As most of you know, clutter can make your overall home decor design seem a little off. If you feel like the amount of things in your home are not showing the true value of the design that you want in your home, maybe it’s time to live with less.
    Decluttering can be a huge task that seems quite overwhelming, especially for those who have a hard time letting things go. My suggestion for those who are struggling is to do one room! It’s amazing how one room can boost your motivation and really show you what decluttering can do.
    First, start with a plan! What is your style, your color scheme, and your purpose for the room. Now take everything out of the room. If you need to paint or do any big changes, now is the time. Once the room is exactly how you want it empty, add one piece at a time.
    This space is so sophisticated.:
    via brit.co
    Just because you want a simpler room, doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! Make sure you add your personality in it, but do it in a way that doesn’t involve a lot of small pieces that will need to be cleaned, dusted, moved, and rearranged later.
    Hall with large windows, fur rug, and rustic pendant lamps. | @andwhatelse:
    via mydomaine
    You might be surprised when you feel like the room is complete, how many pieces you have left! Here’s the decision you’ll have to make. Either get rid of everything you didn’t put back in the room, or go through it and decide what to keep and what to throw or give away. But whatever you do – don’t put it back in the room you just finished!
    For rooms that require a lot more things to be kept. Consider closed storage with drawers and cabinets that you can’t see through. It will create that sense of less clutter while maintaining the items you need to live.
    Do you think you can live with less?
  • Powder rooms that make me squeal!

    Powder rooms that make me squeal!

    I have no idea why I have an obsession with well decorated powder rooms, but I do! It’s the one place a guest will go that you can guarantee that they’ll be checking out the space from head to toe.
    There’s nothing better than opening a door to a beautiful bathroom! Well cleanliness is a major one too, but you know what I mean.
    White and gray powder room features walls clad in gray geometric wallpaper lined with a white single washstand topped with carrera marble placed under a silver leaf beaded mirror illuminated by Worlds Away Delilah Silver Wall Sconces.:
    These are rooms that are fairly easy to upgrade too! A little paint or wallpaper can make a major statement.
    Elegant printed wallpaper in blue and white with gold accents and mirror above the sink with white bathroom cabinets. Stunning bathroom design idea!:
    Some upgraded hardware and a stunning mirror can be so eye-catching! Fresh flowers are a big win for me too. 
    Bathroom with green walls, white subway tiles and antique vanity in a beautiful Swedish home in calm, muted tones. Entrance, Anders Bergstedt.:
    I can’t be the only one who has a huge heart for decorated powder rooms?
  • Why I love the look of shiplap!

    Why I love the look of shiplap!

    If anyone has every seen the famous HGTV show Fixer Upper, you have seen shiplap plenty of times! I have to agree with Joanna when it comes to shiplap. It is simply beautiful.

    Don’t know what shiplap is? It’s a rough-sawn pine paneling often used in barns and historic homes.

    Farmhouse style Kid's Homework Area by Postbox Designs,  DIY rug tutorial, shiplap wall tutorial, no-sew curtain idea:
    There are certain times when I love it more though. Like when it’s used to define a certain space. This is great for the homes that have an open floor plan and need to separate spaces. 
    Not usually a fan of really dark walls, but this slate color works great with the stark white - also love the shiplap wall treatment::
    via bhg
    In small spaces! Most small spaces need to feel sleek and clean in order to not feel so tiny. Shiplap is a great way to give a room character without making it feel smaller than it already is!
    Natural Luxe in the Living Room:
    I love the natural look of restored shiplap. If you really want add a sense of character to your home, using natural restored shiplap is by far the best!
    Add a hint of rustic, farmhouse authenticity to a bedroom with gray painted shiplap walls, a white ceiling and exposed wooden beams | Jenna Sue Designs:
    A great way to use just a touch of shiplap would be for a wall accent. Putting it on just one wall is a great way to enjoy the texture and design and keep it in the budget!
    Shiplap walls and FANTASTIC decor-- Here's what to expect from the 2016 Birmingham Parade of Homes | Unskinny Boppy:
    My last favorite place to see shiplap is above the fireplace. It really adds to the focal point of the fireplace and is a great background for any picture you hang there.
    Do you love shiplap? Where would you put it in your house?
  • Create a staycation worthy home!

    Daydreaming of a vacation but your budget says no? How about a staycation instead! Now it won’t be easy because it comes with a lot of planning and preparation, but the reward is totally worth it!
    Step One: Declutter EVERYTHING! Spend a day in each room going through every single item you own. Fill boxes with things that need to leave that you can either donate or at the end of the week, host a huge yard sale and make some money off of your hard work. 
    Navy, Wood and Grey Kitchen Designed by Grant K. Gibson:
    Step Two: Pick one room that you’ve always wanted to update and do it! This one doesn’t have to be a budget buster. Fresh paint is cheap, or maybe a few new chairs you found at a yard or estate sale. A fresh outlook can really change your perspective.
    Beautiful white and minimalist bathroom. Walk in shower and a huge bath!:
    Step Three: Do a deep clean. Spend a weekend or treat yourself and pay someone else to clean with the money you made from selling your clutter! Get a nice fresh and clean smell throughout that house!
    Tips and tricks for layering a monochromatic space. Image via Sita Montgomery Interiors. BHG:
    via bhg
    Step Four: If you are like me your office is at home. Either put it away, or close the doors! A staycation means putting aside work to enjoy your stay there. 
    .:
    Step Five: Enjoy!
  • Rugs I’m Loving!

    Most summers I am the kind of person who tends to pull the rugs up and enjoy the hardwood floor! It’s the one time of year I love to be barefoot with a cold floor at my feet. This summer I am not feeling as pulled to yank up the rugs as I have been before. 
    Love everything about this kitchen! Ikea Ramsjo black-brown cabinets - although look black here. Photo Gallery: Budget Kitchen Decorating | House Home:
    Instead I’ve been enjoying the transition between hardwood and rugs. I’m loving the indoor outdoor rugs that aren’t as soft on your feet but easy to clean.
    I still love the pop of color in a room that’s more neutral!
    I’m even considering getting a rug for our outdoor space. It would be nice for the baby to have a little extra cushion!
    simply-divine-creation: “ Mary Lauren ”:
    via macadameia 
    Are you a rug or hardwood person in the summer?
  • Get More Natural Light

    Natural light is something almost all of us crave. Our bodies literally love to soak up the sun, but how do we get more of when we are stuck indoors?
    Love door with glass to bring in all natural light. Too tight walkway though:
    Besides the obvious add more windows, consider replacing your door with something that will let the natural light in.
    whitewash brick Industrial Dining Room Designs London brick wall distressed wood industrial pendant light natural lighting pendant light reclaimed wood skylight white dining chair whitewashed brick wall wood ceiling beams wood dining table wood floor:
    via homecol
    If the thought of glass and doors combined isn’t your thing, imagine where you could put a skylight! This will give you the privacy and safety you are after will still flooding your home with natural light.
    Bed Bath and Beyond $500 Gift Card!:
    For those of you who can’t just add a window to a ceiling, there is always the amazing trick of mirrors. Mirrors do an amazing job of reflecting light. Place a mirror right across from where sun comes in and watch your room brighten.
    White bathroom, free standing tub, monogrammed towel, grey floor tile, glass shower, pendant lighting above tub | Lilli Design:
    Natural light and bathrooms have always had a tug of war between brightness and privacy. My favorite way to add natural light in a bathroom is high windows! Then the added feature of mirrors reflecting the natural light again.
    Olive tree in the livingroom, natural light undisturbed by blinds:
    The most simple way to add extra natural light? Make sure your windows are clean and if you haven’t considered it, you can always look into replacing your windows. There are so many new styles and designs that can give you the more natural light you crave.
    How will you add more natural light to your home?
  • Freshen Up for Summer!

    Sumner is all about getting outdoors and enjoying the sunshine, but what do you do if you feel like you are stuck at home with chores and cleaning to do?
    Mix patterns like a pro by following this simple rulebook. One way to mix patterns is by starting basic. Try three patterns in a range of scales. Make sure to include lots of solid colors or neutrals in the room to keep things looking organized.:
    via bhg
    Maybe it’s time to freshen up the indoors to make your to do list a little less overwhelming! Clean out all the clutter and lighten up all the work!
    Make almost everything in your home easy to clean in just a few seconds or less! Lose all the miscellaneous things that create more tasks for you to do like minimizing the amount of throw pillows on your bed and keeping your bedside tables clear of things.
    sweet details...:

    With little ones it is a lot harder to keep a space clean and tidy! Have a space for everything and give yourself a time limit to get it cleaned up in. That will get you moving and on to the next task!
    Brooklyn Decker's Eclectic Texas Home Turns On the Southern Charm via @MyDomaine:
    Lose the chaos and clutter! Dedicate a day to go through all of your things and get rid of what you don’t need. The less you have clutter up your vision, the less work your brain will feel like it needs to do each day. Sometimes, the less decisions actually are better. 
    Before and After: An Incredibly Crisp California Redesign | MyDomaine:
    Keep as many easy to clean items as you can. Something you can quickly wipe down and go is much less overwhelming then something that needs to be washed and dried! In the summer, sometimes I like to do use outdoor materials to make it a breeze.
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    For the bigger cleaning projects, split it up into certain parts on certain days. Clean the tub one day, the sink area the next, etc. 
    How do you plan on freshening up your home for the summer?
  • Home Offices I Adore

    Home Offices I Adore

    I am always in the market for updating my office in any way. It’s easy to agree that if you love your work space you’ll enjoy the time you spend in there, therefore spend more time in there! 
    Since life keeps us changing and trends come and go, I love a good refresh every now and then.
    Just looking at what others do can give you a brilliant idea for your own space.
    Photography: Kimberly Chau - kimberlychau.com Invitations: Winifred Paper Studio Tour - winifredpaper.com/  View entire slideshow: This Week's Most Loved Pics on http://www.stylemepretty.com/collection/672/:
    Rearranging my where my desk in the room has been the biggest advantage I’ve made so far. I used to be up against a wall and now I am in the middle of the room.
    5 Creative Office Ideas by Laure Joliet | west elm:
    via westelm
    I tend to change out the plants or put fresh flowers in my office for a quick fix.
    Keeping my desk cleaned an organized always helps with my mood when I’m working. 
    What motivates you to be in your office and how do you like to change it out?
  • Lots of Marble

    Lots of Marble

    Whether it’s real, faux, tile, or an added touch of decor; marble makes me happy. It goes along with the neutral bright white theme that I love, looks so clean, and has a little character at the same time. Here’s a little marble inspiration to give you an idea of how you could use it in your home:
    This IKEA nightstand used a marble self-adhesive paper to get that real marble look for a fraction of the price of a real marble nightstand.:
    via brit.co
    How would you use marble in your home?
  • Get That Fresh & Clean Feel

    Get That Fresh & Clean Feel

    There is one space in a home that desperately needs that fresh and clean feel! So to get you inspired to freshen up and clean up your bathroom, here is some fresh inspiration:
    gray, white + gold bathroom - gorgeous tile floor:
    via decorpad

    Love this large charcoal gray diagonal tiles on the floor paired with the white subway tiles and gray grout in the shower. Such a fresh look with the modern white cabinets and wood mirror!:
    via 100layercake

    Love how the pressed plants add a fresh vibe to this bathroom.:
    via jennasue

    Spray paint old hardware with a shiny, new finish It’s amazing what fresh cabinet pulls can do for a small space. For an instant vanity upgrade, remove the hardware, refinish it with a metallic all-surface spray and replace when dry.:
    via purewow

    bathroom | Amie Corley Interiors | interesting turquoise vanity. Love the freshness of this bathroom and the gold and brass:
    via houseofturquoise

    Are you ready to freshen up your bathroom?