Ready to start your next carpet renovation project? Learn more about the differences between carpet fibers and which option offers the best solution for your lifestyle. Picking new carpet for your home can be a long and overwhelming process but you’re not in it alone! Ashley Phipps, an interior ...
If you have a pet at home, you’re in good company. More than 85 million households in America include at least one pet, and for good reason. These fuzzy, scaled and feathered critters provide many benefits to their humans. While pets of every classification and breed provide companionship, lower ...
by Amanda Hervey, Friday, August 12, 2016 3:07 AM Uncategorized
For the first time since I became a momma, I have three days a week to myself with my daughter in kindergarten every day and my son in preschool. Of course, the first day I didn't know what to do with myself but a week into the school year, I'm beginning to plan projects around the house that I've ...
1. Instead of using white on the ceiling, use a lighter shade of your wall color in a matte finish. This will give you a more seamless finish!2. Use a pretty mosaic tile to make transitions from wood to tile more interesting.3. If you don't have the budget to have a tile backsplash installed in ...
by Amanda Hervey, Sunday, July 10, 2016 9:58 PM Uncategorized
If you're drawn to sea glass hues because of their soothing and fresh charm, you'll love these 5 no-fail paint options from Glidden. I love these colors for small projects like painted furniture but they make a serious impact on the wall as well. Here's how I'm using sea glass colors in my summer ...
by Amanda Hervey, Sunday, June 26, 2016 6:33 PM Uncategorized
Choosing bathroom tile can be daunting. Tile is an investment and no doubt you feel pressured to make the right choice. Here's 5 things to consider when choosing your tile: 1. How is the lighting in your space?If your bathroom lacks natural light, your tile selection could help make the room feel ...
by Amanda Hervey, Tuesday, June 7, 2016 5:34 AM Uncategorized
I have always suffered from allergies and asthma but for some reason, this year has been especially rough. At the urging of my allergist, we decided it was time to remove not only the carpet from our home but also the engineered hardwood that had been installed in our living room and dining room. ...
by Amanda Hervey, Thursday, May 26, 2016 9:16 AM Uncategorized
Whether you're planning on using this holiday weekend to catch up or have friends over for a barbecue, here's a few fast projects that will get your home summer-ready with time this weekend left over to relax. 1. Replace the tile on your patio table for a new look.If you have a tiled patio set ...
by Amanda Hervey, Thursday, May 19, 2016 3:45 AM Uncategorized
Updating the flooring in your home is certainly an investment that makes a huge impact. We are just wrapping up a huge flooring makeover in our home usingMohawk's Uniclic Laminate flooring and to stretch our budget, we installed the flooring ourselves in our living room and dining room then had ...
by Amanda Hervey, Wednesday, May 11, 2016 3:37 AM Uncategorized
Last week we hosted our first Girl's Night Out workshop at Oser Paint and Flooring and it was a lot of fun! We used Rustoleum Chalked Paint to paint vases and make our own flower arrangements, just in time for Mother's Day. Everyone was really excited to learn about the ways you can use matte-...
by Amanda Hervey, Tuesday, April 26, 2016 8:19 PM Uncategorized
Planning a room makeover can be daunting! You may struggle to picture how the color, flooring, furniture and decorative accessories will come together or whether you'll end up with a mess on your hands. I find that using a mood board helps me pull my thoughts together and keeps me on track as I'm ...
by Amanda Hervey, Tuesday, April 26, 2016 7:30 PM Uncategorized
1. Outdoor FurnitureDid you know you can paint outdoor cushions with latex paint? I know because of course I had to try when I had enough of my sun-faded set. Sometimes the best DIY projects come from a place of desperation.First, I cleaned the fabric with a mild detergent and scrub brush. You ...
by Amanda Hervey, Tuesday, April 12, 2016 6:17 AM Uncategorized
Here's an easy way to brighten up a boring corner in your home! I found this planter at a local thrift store for just 50 cents and in under 30 minutes, had a cute new place to pot a pretty succulent. The trick is using matte-finish paint (or "chalk paint") which sticks to virtually any ...
by Amanda Hervey, Wednesday, April 6, 2016 2:25 AM Uncategorized
Adding modern farmhouse character to even a newly-constructed or builder-basic home is easier than you may think. Here's a few ideas:1. Keep your color pallete simple and soothing.All white walls may not sound exciting but paired with furniture, decorative accessories and light fixtures in black, ...
by Amanda Hervey, Tuesday, March 29, 2016 7:17 PM Uncategorized
Glidden Wild Blue YonderFrom its very name to the easy-on-the-eyes hue, everything about Glidden's Wild Blue Yonder feels light and bright. The color has a pretty, coastal-vibe and pairs well with laid-back decor. Think weathered-wood, vintage-inspired bedding and decor worthy of a little ...
by Amanda Hervey, Monday, March 21, 2016 2:20 AM Uncategorized
The weather has been so beautiful here in Georgetown, KY, we've spent many afternoons that melt into evening outside soaking up the sunshine. Watching the kids play in the backyard with "stick swords", it made me think of how this time of year, with the blooming trees and mild days, makes ...
by Amanda Hervey, Monday, March 14, 2016 3:02 AM Uncategorized
If your bathroom vanity is in good shape but lacks personality, you can get a beautiful, high-end look with a little elbow grease and imagination! For this makeover, we used mirrors cut by a local glass cutter (for a total cost of about $20) and Rust-Oleum Chalked Paint in Linen White, which ...