Mustard yellow is a dark shade of yellow with rich brown undertones. It is named after the culinary mustard of the same color. Yellow is generally thought of as an uplifting and joyous color, and mustard also carries these traits but in a more subdued way. Mustard yellow is positive and inspiring while also being deep and warming.

If you’re considering painting your nursery in gray, then you’ll be pleased to know that this is still a very stylish color option for a baby or child’s room, and it offers several benefits. Here we will look at the best shades of gray paint available that will work well in a nursery, as well as the colors that will work well alongside gray shades, and how to incorporate them flawlessly into a nursery for the dreamiest result.

Black has long been thought of as a classic and elegant color in fashion; just look at the little black dress or tuxedo suits. However, in homes, black is often considered an oppressive or gloomy color. We have also been taught for many years that dark interiors will make a room feel small and claustrophobic. Since we have faced decades of white, pale, or brightly lit interiors, people are now finding themselves drawn to darker shades, and an interior design revolution has occurred where darker colored walls and furnishings are highly sought after.

A basement room is a great place to really put your personality into your decor. For many homes, a basement room is a bonus room, as the main living areas such as a kitchen, living room, and dining room are already catered for upstairs, so with a basement, you can think outside of the box and create a space with is purpose-built around you, or your families need. In doing this, you can also add value to your home by improving the decor and designing a space that other people will also be envious of.

The debate over whether smooth or textured walls are best is one that has been going on for decades, and the answer will be ever-changing according to what is trendy at the time. Aside from that type of wall surface is most stylish, there are other things to consider when choosing between a smooth and textured wall, as they also offer practical advantages and disadvantages. Here we will look at the different types of textured and smooth walls that you can achieve in your home and what pros and cons they offer.

If you are in the market for a new roof, then you have plenty of options available to you. Shingles and tile are the most common choices, but rolled roofing can also be considered for some projects. Here we look at the pros and cons of these different roof materials.

Finding a contractor to complete home repairs, or even finding a local party planner, is now much easier than ever before with the advent of smart online directories and reviews that allow you to connect with local contractors and see the work they have recently completed in your neighborhood.

A Chesterfield sofa is a very popular type of couch, which can work well with such a wide variety of interior decor styles, from traditional, to mid-century modern, right through to contemporary and rustic. These sofas have been in fashion for a long time, and they show no sign of going anywhere fast. They represent a great investment for this very reason because they are so versatile in the way they can be styled to suit any space.

When warmer months roll around, many people find it difficult to stay cool in their own homes. This can make it especially difficult to sleep at night or even to concentrate during the day. If you have children in the home, they can become very uncomfortable and irritable if they overheat, and this can actually be potentially dangerous for babies. So, why is your house so hot?

When remodeling a kitchen, you will need to decide at that point you want your backsplash to stop, both vertically and horizontally. Oftentimes you will find that there is a clear natural stopping point where you can finish backsplash tiles, but in some cases, such as on open walls, making this decision can be much tricker. Here we will look at some of the recommendations for where a backsplash should, and should not, go in a kitchen or bathroom.

Hardibacker and Wonderboard are both types of backer board, also known as cement board, which form the water-resistant surface underneath tile in building projects. Both of these brands have some great advantages, though each one is better suited to a certain type of project. Here we will look at the differences between these two types of backer board and detail the pros and cons of each one.

If you have heard of refrigerant poisoning, you might be alarmed to know that this is a type of poisoning caused by the chemicals found in common household appliances. Fortunately, accidental refrigerant poisoning is rare. Here we will look at how Freon leaks happen, how to spot them, and when there is cause for concern.