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So, I have yellow walls. Sofa is blue and yellow plaid. Chair and ottoman are blue with yellow bees (Clayton Marcus) - subtle pattern. I like your yellow and white floral coffee table ottoman on Overstock. What are your thoughts?
- Mary, connecticut
A: Hello Mary-
Your room sounds beautiful and you are using my favorite colors.
I think the cocktail ottoman/coffee table would work in terms of style and size. My only concern would be that my yellow would be right match with your existing colors. I am more than happy to send you a fabric sample of the white & yellow floral so you can see for yourself if it will be the right addition in your room.
If you are interested in receiving a fabric sample, please send us a mailing address.
Thank You and All the Best,
Angelo
- Mary, connecticut
A: Hello Mary-
Your room sounds beautiful and you are using my favorite colors.
I think the cocktail ottoman/coffee table would work in terms of style and size. My only concern would be that my yellow would be right match with your existing colors. I am more than happy to send you a fabric sample of the white & yellow floral so you can see for yourself if it will be the right addition in your room.
If you are interested in receiving a fabric sample, please send us a mailing address.
Thank You and All the Best,
Angelo
Loved your Friday 5 today!!! So I have a bathroom downstairs with very hight ceilings, and the would look great with long drapes, but do you have a lower rod for the vinyl liner? I've been wanting to do this for while, thanks for inspiring me again:)k
- Kristin, Gilbert, AZ
A: Hi Kristin-
Thank you for watching the Friday5!
Yes, the standard rod that would be on the inside of the curtains would be lowered to accomodate the vinyl liner.
What I do is hang a curtain rod on the outside for the long curtain panels and use the existing lower rod that most bathrooms have, for the liner.
Depending on the layout of the bathroom/tub area, you can either hang the exterior curtain rod from the walls/molding or attach to the ceiling.
Good luck!
Angelo
- Kristin, Gilbert, AZ
A: Hi Kristin-
Thank you for watching the Friday5!
Yes, the standard rod that would be on the inside of the curtains would be lowered to accomodate the vinyl liner.
What I do is hang a curtain rod on the outside for the long curtain panels and use the existing lower rod that most bathrooms have, for the liner.
Depending on the layout of the bathroom/tub area, you can either hang the exterior curtain rod from the walls/molding or attach to the ceiling.
Good luck!
Angelo
Hi Angelo-
I just love your show. Have used so many of your ideas in my own home.
One of the living room/dining rooms I adore is "Trying Tuscan". I love just about everything in there. I am wondering where you found the entryway table, and the two leather chairs. They are exactly what I am looking for.
Thank you.
Rachel Spessard
- rachel spessard, windsor,california
A: Hi Rachel-
Thank you so much for watching!
That was a great episode (Trying Tuscan) and it was filmed almost 2 years ago. The items you are referring to were purchased on sale at H.D. Buttercup in the old Helms Bakery Building in Culver City, Ca. www.hdbuttercup.com
They probably don't have those exact items anymore since inventory changes often, but there are plenty of other choices available!
All the Best,
Angelo
- rachel spessard, windsor,california
A: Hi Rachel-
Thank you so much for watching!
That was a great episode (Trying Tuscan) and it was filmed almost 2 years ago. The items you are referring to were purchased on sale at H.D. Buttercup in the old Helms Bakery Building in Culver City, Ca. www.hdbuttercup.com
They probably don't have those exact items anymore since inventory changes often, but there are plenty of other choices available!
All the Best,
Angelo
hi, Angelo:
first off, so psyched you answered my question! (it was awesomely awesome - sorry, couldn't resist) anywho, here are two pics of the office space. unfortunately, they're off the realtor's website, so not the greatest. oh, and we're *so* changing the wall color!!
went over your answer w/ the bf, and I forgot to mention that we already have a similar piece to the one you suggested (the room divider w/ cubbies & desk that comes out from the middle) - size-wise right in the middle of the blonde & white. also, the l-shape won't work 'cuz of the height difference :) (lastly, we love the window seat, so will have to just work around it.)
thanks again, Meredith
http://www.zillow.com/homedetails/photos/33079550_zpid/
http://www.zillow.com/homedetails/photos/33079550_zpid/
- Meredith, White Plains, NY
A: Hi Meredith-
Thank You so much for the photos!
It's important for you to keep the window seat since it's something that both of you like.
The best way to use the space for both of you is to either place to desks (each of different heights to accommodate your height differences) facing each other in the center of the room and using the wall space for storage and artwork. OR, you can do the L-Shape by not purchasing a standard L-Shaped desk (since it won't work because of your height differences) but by using to separate desks. One for each of you that's right for your needs with an individual corner piece (it can be a tall, slim bookcase, a short bookcase, file cabinet, etc...) Also, don't feel pressure to make all pieces match exactly. If you're designing for two people with different needs, your style can reflect that.
All the Best with it,
Angelo
- Meredith, White Plains, NY
A: Hi Meredith-
Thank You so much for the photos!
It's important for you to keep the window seat since it's something that both of you like.
The best way to use the space for both of you is to either place to desks (each of different heights to accommodate your height differences) facing each other in the center of the room and using the wall space for storage and artwork. OR, you can do the L-Shape by not purchasing a standard L-Shaped desk (since it won't work because of your height differences) but by using to separate desks. One for each of you that's right for your needs with an individual corner piece (it can be a tall, slim bookcase, a short bookcase, file cabinet, etc...) Also, don't feel pressure to make all pieces match exactly. If you're designing for two people with different needs, your style can reflect that.
All the Best with it,
Angelo
Remember me? Knotty kitchen..Yes, my last name is Woody no pun intended there. But, I do have too much knotty pine in my kitchen. Basically, we need to do this as cheap as possiable. My main thing is to get new appliances, new countertop with a farm sink, move fridge so I can put a island for prepping food and storage. Open up room by taking out the one counter you can see in the picture which goes into the living room. Where the fridge is now we will open that wall up like a large window frame with a small counter top and a couple of bar stools to sit on so you can see into the living area and watch TV. I'd like to take that wall down but since the kitchen has been added on that wall is the support wall. Anyway, one more thing to do is NEW WOOD floors from kitchen thorough into the living area. So, my questions would be....cheapest way to update cabinets and what do I do with the ceiling? If you suggest painting I am perfectly fine with that except what colors do I use? And, will the wood floors be too much with the wood ceiling?? Any suggestions (wood )be appreciated.
- Linda Woody, Porterville, CA
A: Hi Linda-
OK, let's get started.
Paint can work wonders! Seriously. It will also save you a bunch of money. The key here is to sand, clean and prep all wood surfaces well. Also, prime before painting. It's not difficult, just time consuming BUT totally worth it!
In the photo (BELOW) the combination of the painted wooden ceiling, the dark wood floors, the painted white cabinets along with some painted fern green cabinets make for a beautiful, warm, inviting room. The dark stone countertop, farmhouse sink and classic fixtures and lighting really make this kitchen feel contemporary and traditional. This is a look that will be classic for many years to come.
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=8
Check out the inspiration photos (BELOW) of clean, crisp white painted cabinetry:
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/suzanne-dimmas-kitchen-decorating-tips?photo=7
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=1
Notice how in this photo (BELOW) the cabinetry is all white but the ceiling remains "woody" as well as the flooring. The key for your flooring depends on what it looks like. If it's similar to the ceiling in color...you're good to go. If you;re thinking about going radically different, like a dark espresso finish then I would paint the ceiling same color as cabinetry. It would be too much conflicting wooden surfaces.
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=3
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=10
Also, tile backsplash is a VERY inexpensive way to make a statement and bring in some interest. No need to special order. Buying simple subway tile off the shelf at your local hardware store in inexpensive and classic.
Good Luck with your transformation. I look forward to seeing the AFTER pics!
All the Best,
Angelo
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- Linda Woody, Porterville, CA
A: Hi Linda-
OK, let's get started.
Paint can work wonders! Seriously. It will also save you a bunch of money. The key here is to sand, clean and prep all wood surfaces well. Also, prime before painting. It's not difficult, just time consuming BUT totally worth it!
In the photo (BELOW) the combination of the painted wooden ceiling, the dark wood floors, the painted white cabinets along with some painted fern green cabinets make for a beautiful, warm, inviting room. The dark stone countertop, farmhouse sink and classic fixtures and lighting really make this kitchen feel contemporary and traditional. This is a look that will be classic for many years to come.
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=8
Check out the inspiration photos (BELOW) of clean, crisp white painted cabinetry:
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/suzanne-dimmas-kitchen-decorating-tips?photo=7
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=1
Notice how in this photo (BELOW) the cabinetry is all white but the ceiling remains "woody" as well as the flooring. The key for your flooring depends on what it looks like. If it's similar to the ceiling in color...you're good to go. If you;re thinking about going radically different, like a dark espresso finish then I would paint the ceiling same color as cabinetry. It would be too much conflicting wooden surfaces.
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=3
http://www.houseandhome.com/design/country-style?photo=10
Also, tile backsplash is a VERY inexpensive way to make a statement and bring in some interest. No need to special order. Buying simple subway tile off the shelf at your local hardware store in inexpensive and classic.
Good Luck with your transformation. I look forward to seeing the AFTER pics!
All the Best,
Angelo
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