verify to include any interior spaces, like closets or pantries. Write down the measurements for future reference. This will help to keep your measurements neatly organized and easy to understand. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic Want more home reno project tips and inspiration? Make Split Measurements for Oddly Shaped Rooms Split upoddly shaped roomsinto easy-to-measure and label parts. Use these to calculate the area of your space. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic...

The key to properly mounting curtains is knowing how tomeasure your windowsbeforehand. Keep reading for our step-by-step guide on how to accurately measure curtains every time. This will increase the number of curtain options available to you. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Choose a Curtain Break Choose how long the curtains need to be once the rod is mounted. This will be determined by how you prefer the curtains to meet the floor....

No two lamps are alike and the same can be said for lamp shades. Generally, the shape of the lamp will dictate the ideal shape of the shade. Round lamps often look best with round shades, such as oval, bell, and drum. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic Lamps with harder lines and angles benefit from squarer shades, such as square and rectangular. For more ornate lamps, a simple lamp shade is all it takes to create something stunning....

Mix patterns, colors, sizes, and more like an interior designer. The first thing to remember is that your pillows don’t have to match. In fact, you might achieve a more professional, stylish look if they don’t. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Why Add Throw Pillows? But throw pillows also have a purposethey make furniture more comfortable. Choose Three Colors First, choose a “color story” to follow for your pillow selection....

Learn how to mix concrete to the right consistency with instructions and tips. The Spruce / Debbie Wolfe Concrete is a valuable building material around the home. it’s possible for you to even makekitchen countertops, bathroom vanity tops, andsinksout of concrete. The Spruce / Debbie Wolfe It is possible to mix smaller quantities of concrete by hand, without using an electric mixer. Batch quantities with this method are limited to one or two 50-pound bags of concrete....

“If you identify your style, it can inform what you use.” Conversely, using all bar pulls can achieve a more modern or contemporary look. The Freemans love to mix knobs and pulls in a kitchen to achieve a more traditional, heirloom look. Kate Marker Interiors For heavier pull-out drawers, the pair recommends using one larger bin pull and centering it. The Freemans encourage their clients to prioritize hardware made from high-quality, natural materials....

Smith and other designers offer more tips for how to mix metals for the best results in your home. Another combination to avoid? Brass and goldthese two golds clash. Mimi and Hill / Photo by Toni Deis Take Note of Undertones DesignerBrittany Farinasoffers a tip when mixing brass with another metal. Achieve a Curated Look Properly mixing metals with intention gives a home a curated feel. Combining different metal finishes and sheens gives the impression that a design evolved over time, Scheer says....

Here are some tips for mixing modern and antique furniture to create a layered interior that transcends time. What is Vintage vs. The commondefinition of an antiqueis a piece that is more than 100 years old. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Anything more than 20 years old but less than 100 is usually consideredvintage. Williamson emphasizes the importance of considering scale when placing antique furniture. Gilmore says she mixes metal finishes to give the design legs and keep it from looking dated....

The Spruce Mortar mix is a critically important building component that must be combined thoroughly. Mortar is the bonding material between bricks, concrete block, stone, and many other masonry materials. It is made from Portland cement, lime, sand, and water in varying ratios. The Spruce Mortar Mixing Tips A few pro tips can ensure the best results when mixing mortar. First,alwayswear eye protection and waterproof gloves when mixing mortar. Always use clean tools to ensure no unexpected (and unwanted) materials end up in the mix....

Two of those unexpected styles that look amazing together arerustic and midcentury modern. Bringing these two styles together makes it unique and unlike other rooms out there. These designers have mastered the art of midcentury rustichere are 24 chic ideas. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Combine Midcentury Artwork and Comfortable Pieces Midcentury artwork is highly collectible (and really cool). Read more about ourDiversity and Inclusion Pledgeto make The Spruce a site where all feel welcome....

This contrast can also serve to draw attention to the architectural detailing within a space, she says. Want more design inspiration? Gordon explains that understanding the undertones of the wood is therefore an important first step. Design byInSite Builders & Remodeling/ Photo byNova Soul Imagery “This allows the original piece to shine.” Gordon also encourages individuals to feel free to use white trim and wood doors in a space. Nyce agrees, echoing similar sentiments....

Read on to learn theproper mopping techniqueto achieve and maintain sparkling, clean floors throughout your home. This will prevent your floor from becoming a sticky, muddy mess as you mop. When they become visibly gray or dingy, empty and refill the buckets. The Spruce / Taylor Nebrija Do a Final Rinse Mop one final time with fresh, hot rinse water. This will ensure that the floors are rid of dirt and grime and that no detergent residue remains....

The Spruce / Sanja Kostic Wallsare the ideal location for a flatscreen TV. Even the largest TV can be conveniently tucked away against a wall and still offer apremium viewingexperience. Yet mounting your TV to thewallcan be challenging, especially if the wall lacks solid attachment points behind thedrywall. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic Flatscreen TVs can be attached to any wall with fixed, tilting, or full-motion mounts. Mounting the TV to wallstuds is always preferred....