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French Country vs. Farmhouse Style

It's easy to confuse the Farmhouse style and the French country décor style. That's because both use plenty of natural materials, antiques, neutral colors, and lightness. Yet, these two rustic styl...

What Can I Use Instead of a Duvet in the Summer?

Sweltering temperatures during summer may leave you in a tight spot over what bedding to use. With your big fluffy comforter making your bed feel like a sauna, what other options do you have? Here ...

Farmhouse Signs

Want to express yourself in a stylish and decorative manner? Consider creating and designing your own farmhouse sign. By the time you're done reading this DIY guide, you will know exactly what you ...

The Difference Between Warm and Cool Color Tones

The concept of warm and cool color tones is common in the world of art and interior design. But the average person may not know what warm and cool colors imply. Below, we identify the warm and cool...

Farmhouse Exterior Ideas

To the outside world, the exterior decor of your farmhouse says a lot about what your home's environment is like. In this article, we go over a variety of farmhouse exterior decor ideas that can he...

How to Make a Color Palette for a Room

Color is one of the most important elements when designing a room. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right color? We’ve put together a list of online tools that will help yo...

What Is Farmhouse Furniture?

The modern farmhouse style has become increasingly trendy in the past few years. If you’re wondering how to achieve this relaxed, comfortable look that combines rustic charm with modern touches,...

How to Remove Odors from Wood Cabinets

If you are dealing with bad odors coming from your wood furniture, this may be due to a multitude of reasons. Luckily, there is a wide variety of ways that you can help decrease or eliminate these...

How to Style Farmhouse Furniture

If you’re in the process of redecorating, you have plenty of options. But if you’re following the latest trends, one of the most popular looks is a farmhouse theme. So, how do you style your room w...

How to Paint Farmhouse Furniture

Restoring furniture has become a favorite pastime for many people. Learning how to paint farmhouse furniture is a great way to bring an artistic, personal touch to your living space. There are som...