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15 Ways To Mix Different Wood Shades in Your Decor

(https://www.decoist.com/reclaimed-wood-sustainable-home-office-design/) You won't find many homes nowadays with wood paneling all throughout the house; those days have come and gone. However, many people nowadays will add different wood shades to small areas of their homes to add a little more color and variety when decorating, to make a space a little more pleasing to the eye. Although, there is a specific way to do so without making your home look like it just popped fresh out of the 70's.  

How To: Preserve High End Wood Furniture

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...

How To: Match Multiple Wood Finishes

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...