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If you have some high end, expensive pieces of wood furniture, this post is for you . When extravagant wood is care for properly, it is even more beautiful and can last for generations. Follow these tips to ensure your gorgeous, and likely pricey wood finishes remain in pristine condition. Image via www.thefurnitureconnoisseur.com Be Environmentally Conscious When it comes to the environment your furniture is in, you want to remain consistent. Keep furniture out of heavy sunlight so the furniture does not fade. Also, the temperature should remain consistent to avoid the wood from warping, so steer clear of radiators or air conditioning blowing directly onto furniture. Watch How You Dress Your Furniture You want to be sure you're aware of what is going on your furniture. Some woods are more sensitive than others, but  a good rule of thumb to follow is if you think it could scratch it, it will. Even fabrics should be rotated and switched out from time to time. Most...

Mixing and matching multiple wood finishes can either be a glorious or disastrous addition to your home decor. If done in an elegant fashion, pairing woods that contrast one another can give your home a warm, sophisticated vibe. Follow these tips to incorporate some varying wood finishes to your home's interior design. Image via www.remodelaholic.com #1 Contrasting colors work when it comes to mixing and matching differing wood finishes. For instance, light tones generally match moderately dark tones. Incorporating black and white painted woods with natural woods is a common trend.  Image via www.apartmenttherapy.com #2 Add another color element  to your decor so it does not appear to be wood on wood. Splitting up the differing wood finishes will trick the eye and give your decor a more consistent, smooth appearance. Image via www.remodelaholic.com #3 Don't go overboard  when it comes to mixing and matching...

Antiques can be a creative addition to your home, and there several different themes antiques can go with when it comes to choosing your home decor. Use these helpful hints to learn how to incorporate antiques into your home's interior design. Image via www.createinspireme.blogspot.com Blend styles It takes some practice, but antiques tend to look best when they are in company of other antiques. Find pieces that compliment each other's style. The pieces may be very different, and that contrast may be what makes it work so great! Use contrasts Contrasting antiques is a strong home decor technique. Mixing and matching darks with lights, print with solid, and sharp with smooth will make your antiquing a success. Vintage inspired home decor Along with your antiques should come other home decor that is vintage inspired. Vintage inspired means that the decor is not actually vintage, but instead appears to follow trends from years passed. For ins...

If you've ever noticed the exquisite architecture that older, antique furniture has, you know how beautiful it truly can be. Unfortunately, a lot of antique pieces have a great silhouette, but really lack in color concepts and print. For instance, it's pretty common to see Victorian furniture have tons of detail and craftsmanship, and then the fabric ends up being ugly and just too much. Heavy floral patterns are typical.  Luckily, we've found a way to incorporate the architecture and wash out the heavy, over-bearing prints associated with such furniture. You'll need White latex paint (satin, eggshell) Textile or fabric bottles of paint Bristle paint brush  Small tipped paint brush for details Mixing container and stirrer  Spray bottle of water 100 grit sandpaper Your piece of furniture Image via www.inmyownstyle.com Directions  Mix the two paints together in your container Spray to lightly dampen fabric before working Appl...

Furniture for your home is an investment in more ways than one, and there are a plethora of questions to ask yourself before you pick out furniture. Because everyone has different taste and function for their furniture, such questions will change based on your specifications and expectations for your home. Consider these 3 key points to remember when picking out furniture, no matter what your preferred style is. Although these key points are applicable to all of the furniture in your home, living room furniture is especially true for these elements. Image via www.houzz.com Quality - Furniture, especially living room furniture, takes a lot of wear and tear. Think about how often you sit on your couch, for instance. Depending on the use, this point may differ, but for the most part, you want to buy the best quality furniture you can afford. The heavier and more solid the materials are, the more use you'll get out of it, and the less likely it is to break. Silhouette - The...