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Technically, outdoor spaces are not really “interior design.” However a good interior designer may be an excellent first step. 
As with any room or space in the home, theme and continuity of theme are important. Are you contemporary, traditional, Mediterranean, country or modern? The outdoor space can be all of that too.

It will be important – and here is where your designer will pay off big-time – that your outdoor space either complements or coordinates with your overall home theme. If you re eclectic or contemporary, the western outdoor room likely will not look or feel right.

If you are looking to turn decorating dreams into fashion magic in your home, it is important that you choose a reputable flooring retailer.  An Independent flooring retailer has the answers to you decorating questions, like where to get started, coming trends in fashion and color, turning design mystery into magic, even how to clean and maintain your new floor.

You are entering a new dimension of interior design.  Use your creative freedom! Use your imagination!  Dare to continue exploring the complementary nature of other surfaces in the home, such as your walls. 

As designers discover the exciting new frontiers of flooring as significant décor opportunities, they also simultaneously are exploring new treatments for walls and other surfaces. 

While some of us are lucky enough to live in several thousand square feet, some of us live in small apartments and our showers are not what we dream of them to be. For those of us in the latter situation – who, despite our lack of space, would like to turn our showers into our own private spa sanctuaries – here are some tips and tricks for maximizing the space in the shower:

• Create a bit of shelving between wall studs (this is perfect to consider when doing a gut job remodel of your bathroom). You can get creative with this shelving by putting in glass tiles, travertine, and pretty much anything else that your mind can conceive!
  

•  Consider a hanging shower rack. This type of rack – which can be made from a variety of materials – can help you organize a variety of sundries and other materials. 
  
• Consider filling your space with plants. The philodendron is one of the most popular plants to choose for your bathroom, because it doesn’t require soil and only needs a little bit of natural light & water to keep it sustained. 
  
• A double curved shower rod will help you save space in your bathroom without compromising the look and feel of a spa retreat. Other things to consider when creating space in your shower include plastic shelving (which may be cheaper than other options, but certainly space creating). Finally, a great little trick that isn’t necessarily space-saving, but is definitely something worth considering, is hanging a eucalyptus plant in your shower to release aromatherapy scents as you bathe.

Do you have some space-saving ideas that would work in other bathrooms? Share some ideas in the comments below! Or, if you’re ready to get started on your bathroom & shower remodeling, contact us now, or visit our showroom during regular business hours!

People install tile floors in their home for a myriad of reasons: it looks classy, it’s easy to clean, and it lasts a long time. And these are certainly all valid reasons to get tile in your home. However, tile doesn’t come without its disadvantages – here, then, is our list of disadvantages of tile flooring.

• The flooring, without question, is cold and hard on feet. This could be a problem for someone who has rheumatism, or any other malady that can be negatively affected by excessive cold.
• Depending on what type of tile you choose, it can set you back quite a few hundred – or even thousand – dollars. Ceramic tile is relatively inexpensive – but the same cannot be said for marble, granite, or travertine tile.
• If the tile has a glossy finish, it can become very slippery, especially when wet. This can render the floor unsafe.
• If the tile doesn’t have a glossy finish (i.e., it’s matte), it will need to be sealed before it can be walked upon – unsealed tile is susceptible to dirt, breakage, and water damage. Once sealed, of course, you run into the problem mentioned before (i.e., slippery when wet).
• Tiles are heavy – they need to be installed using a series of mortars, concretes, and grouts. (And don’t forget your subfloors!) While it looks like it’s pretty easy to install on the surface, the reality of the situation is, one should really hire a professional for your tile installation. In addition, because tiles are so heavy, they may not be ideal for upper flooring options.

Here at David Waller, we’re happy to help you with your next flooring project, whether you go with tile…or another material. Contact us today for a free, no obligation consultation and let’s see what we can do for you – there’s no job too big, or too small!

Studio apartments happen to the best of us – whether it’s because we’re on a tight budget, living in New York City, or just because we’re waiting to move into the next place waiting for us. So, if you’ve found yourself in a studio apartment (efficiency apartment, single room space, whatever you want to call it), and are big on ideas but small on space, the following tips will definitely come in handy for you:

• Let There Be Light! Don’t paint the place with ridiculously dark colors, or drape super-heavy blinds over the limited light source that the window provides. Let it be as bright and airy as possible. Not only will this simple trick make the room look much larger than it really is, but it will make you feel better if you happen to be one of the millions of Americans with SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder).
• Be Smart and Minimal: Understanding the very basic idea that you have a very small amount of space to work with will go a long way in preventing you from buying bulky furniture. Also, you should consider furniture that can serve more than one function – a bed with under-storage, for example.
• Open Concepts Are Your Friend: Knock down as many walls as you can. You need all the square footage you can afford in this limited space.
• It’s All In The Angles: You can easily add square footage to a room by angling the furniture in a different way. Also, pushing furniture up against the wall will give you much-needed floor space.
• Get Organized & STAY Organized: Easier said than done in this day and age, but keeping an organized space will not only make your life a lot easier, but will make your space look larger.

Need some design inspiration for your studio apartment? CONTACT US TODAY and let’s see what we can do for you!

When it comes to home improvement trends, location is just as important as determining what’s hot – and what’s not – as budget and time. If you live in the 
Northeast, chances are you have a very specific design palate that’s unique to the region. There's also a good chance you have a second or winter home here in Florida - your second home.