Posts Tagged ‘low-maintenance’
Friday Family-Friendly Find: Q Quartz Urban Lava
It’s no secret that engineered stone countertops (aka quartz) are getting really good at mimicking natural stone – dramatically-veined white marbles, in particular. They are great imitators. And recently, new finishes have become available that further enhance the illusion. You can now find an increasing variety of quartz with a honed or satin finish. But…
Read MoreFriday Family-Friendly Find: Delany & Long Outdoor Leather
When working on a kitchen project, I find that most of my clients want comfortable, upholstered dining chairs and counter or bar stools, rather than wood or metal (which can look fantastic, by the way, but are often not conducive to lingering at the dinner table with the family – though sometimes that may work…
Read MoreFriday Family-Friendly Find: Vintage Vinyl Floorcloths from Spicher & Company
This week’s find is a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll. It is also, like many past finds, a bit of a chameleon. It’s a rug! No wait…cement tile! … ? ? ? It’s actually vinyl. A solid sheet of vinyl with a very cool rug-like pattern. The vinyl floorcloths from Spicher &…
Read MoreCreating an Easy, Elegant High-Low Tabletop
I have to be honest with you – I’m not much for fancy or fussy “tablescapes.” Not that I can’t appreciate their beauty, but I just can’t see putting in all that effort for a one-night-only event. I reserve that energy for more permanent installations – such as the furnishing and decoration of rooms! I…
Read MoreWhy I Love a Tightback Sofa
CR Laine’s Talford Sofa There are so many reasons to love a tightback sofa – meaning, a sofa that has a “tight-upholstered” back, as opposed to loose or semi-attached back cushions. So what’s the big deal, anyway? Allow me to explain why I am such a big fan of the tightback; maybe you’ll be converted,…
Read MoreSmart Flooring Choices for Shedding Pet Owners
Since embarking on my current career path, I’ve always stressed the importance of remembering our pets and their unique “quirks” when making decisions regarding interior design. There are a whole host of things for pet owners to consider, including, but not limited to claws, chewing, animals on the furniture, “accidents,” fiercely wagging tails. I want…
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