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What Color Siding Goes With Tan Brick
What Color Siding Goes With Tan Brick?

Some colors of siding, like green, will make tan brick pop, while other colors, such as warm neutrals, will make the tan bricks less of a prominent feature. Here, we explore the best siding colors with tan bricks depending on the effect you want to achieve.

Accent colors What They Are and How to Use Them

August 27, 2023

Accent colors – What They Are, and How to Use Them

The term ‘accent color’ is thrown around liberally in the world of home decor and interior design, but have you ever stopped to think about what it really means? Accent colors are hues used to draw attention to, or contrast against, certain items or colors, but there’s so much more to learn about accent colors. Here we explore exactly what accent colors are, how to choose accent colors, and how to use them in the home.

Art Nouveau Style

August 25, 2023

Art Nouveau Style – Definition, Key Designers and Characteristics

The Art Nouveau movement continues to inspire modern interiors, over 100 years after it was first created. This is a look the feels effortlessly elegant, with a strong tie to the natural world which helps us to feel comfortable and grounded.

Shabby Chic Style

August 25, 2023

Shabby Chic Style – What It Is, Characteristics, and Paint Colors

The shabby chic look is a favorite among homeowners and designers alike for a whole host of reasons, including the fact that it is so easy to achieve on a wide range of budgets. Here, we explore exactly what shabby chic style is, what the key elements of this look include, and how to create a shabby chic style in your home.

Tablecloth Sizes

August 24, 2023

What Are the Tablecloth Sizes (with Drawings)

Tablecloths come in a variety of different sizes and shapes to suit different tables. Getting the right size of tablecloth can make all the difference to your table setting.

White color Meaning Meaning, Effects, Uses

August 24, 2023

White Color – Meaning, Effects and Uses

White is a true neutral color since it lacks any other hues. It is broadly considered to be the color of purity and innocence, and it can help to brighten up any color scheme. Here we explore the meaning of the color white and explain the best way to use white shades in interior design.

Toilet Paper Holder Height

August 17, 2023

Toilet Paper Holder Height (with Drawings)

The typical height for a toilet paper holder is 26 to 28 inches (66 to 71 cm) from the floor.

Accent Door Color for Red Brick House
6 Accent Door Color for Red Brick House

You can contrast against your red brick home by choosing a green-colored door, since red and green are complementary colors. Alternatively, embrace an entirely warm color palette by opting for an orange or wooden door. There is also the option of using neutral colors such as beige or white to try to tone down the effect of the red bricks if you find the color to be too harsh.

Door Rough Opening Sizes

August 14, 2023

What Are the Door Rough Opening Sizes? (with Drawings)

Door rough opening sizes are typically 2 inches wider and 2.5 inches taller than the door size. For instance, the rough opening for a 36 × 80-inch door should be 38 × 82.5 inches.

What Colors Does Yellow and Green Make

August 12, 2023

What Colors Does Yellow and Green Make?

Yellow-green is a tertiary color that you will get when you mix yellow and green together. This color can also be referred to as ‘chartreuse’. 

How to decorate a staircase wall

August 12, 2023

How to Decorate a Staircase Wall

The staircase wall is one of the largest areas of blank canvas in most homes, yet it is also the most underused. The great expanse of the wall along the side of a staircase will usually be double height, making it a prime spot of real estate for creating a feature. Here we explore ways to maximize your staircase wall’s potential with several decorative ideas.

Iridescent Color

August 11, 2023

Iridescent Color – What It Is, and How to Use It in Home Decor

Iridescence can be a tricky concept to come to terms with, but it’s actually very easy to incorporate into a home decor style.