Throw pillows not only make sofas and beds more comfortable, but they also add texture and color to a room. Over time though, these decorative pillows tend to accumulate dust, dander, debris or grime. To keep their colors and materials fresh, you need to wash your throw pillows regularly. So rather than throwing out your decorative pillows with the first sign of dirt or stain appearing on them, there are some easy methods you can try to clean them.

Whether you’re building a new barn or redoing the roof on your existing structure, it’s important to choose the right roofing style and material to use for your climate and purposes. In this post, we’re discussing the pros and cons of the most common barn roof styles in terms of shape as well as the best barn roofing materials to use.

Do you need a sloped roof on your house? How about on your barn or commercial building? Is the slope necessary for drainage, or can you accomplish the same thing with a flat roof? In this post, we’re talking about the differences between a flat and sloped roof, the pros and cons of a sloped roof, and the different types of slope styles you could choose.

Curved roof systems can come in various designs, with the entire or partial parts of the roof having curved elements. They can be constructed of almost any roof materials, including shingle and tile, but in most modern builds, curved roofs are being made from sheets of metal due to their pliability, low cost, and ease of installation.

A clerestory roof is made up of sloping roof panels at slightly differing heights, which are joined in the middle by a vertical flat wall. The wall is filled with windows, therefore allowing natural light to flood into the building. The windows can be made up of several small windows or one large rectangular window. The name clerestory refers to these windows, which make up a ‘clear story’ between the two sloping roofs.

If you have a smaller house and are looking for some ideas of how to make the most of your porch, you’ll want to check out these pictures. We’re highlighting what others have done to spice up their front porches. You’ll see everything from architectural designs to smart landscaping choices to unique seating arrangements to floral and décor ideas.

Perhaps you’ve just bought your first home with green walled rooms and are wondering what curtains go with green walls. Or conversely, you love the idea of green living room or bedroom walls and want to ensure you select the right curtains to match this color.

Your porch doesn’t have to be a bare place to stand as you open the door. It can even be more than a covered area for the delivery person to leave your packages. Your front or back porch can be a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the weather and the view outside.

How would you like to live in a butterfly house? Though not what you’ll find in your local conservatory, homes with butterfly roofs can be quite picturesque.

Having a shower without access to your phone can be a frustrating experience, especially if you’re a tech addict. Just imagine if you could use your phone in the shower and take selfies as you wash, have a quick check on your emails or monitor the stock market.

A set of pillow shams can serve as a rather lovely addition to your bedding or living area, compared to relying exclusively on basic pillowcases.

When it comes to installing blinds, it is mostly a lengthy process of drilling holes and placing screws in the walls. But if you’re not keen on DIY, there are some innovative solutions that allow you to hang your blinds without drilling holes.