I was watching
THIS video that someone posted on Facebook the other day. I was really struck by the brown wall treatment in this guy's home. Best examples are at :40sec through 1min. I have been looking for it for some time. Pretty sure it's NOT Venetian plaster, as the texture is right, but Venetian plaster is glossy and slick looking. This look is textured, but matte finish, not glossy in any way. Can any of you interior decorator/designer types help me identify it? I would love to get this look in my house.
posted by Spyder's Game
on Feb 1, 2013 -
9 answers
It's a 1999 Honda Civic Hatchback. Apparently cars of this type and age have a tendency to develop a leak around the tail lights. This leak was fixed recently but the car either hasn't dried out from that yet or is damp *again.* The windows are perpetually fogged up and often need towelling and the seats (fabric) are suspiciously cool. How to dry it out and keep it that way? Thank you!
posted by srs airbag
on Jan 8, 2013 -
16 answers
My apartment has ugly yellow walls and I can't do anything about the color. How can I make them less bland?
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posted by thebots
on Apr 3, 2012 -
14 answers
Bought a house, hence the DecorateMyBedroomFilter! DYI: how do I put up a curtain rod for a window whose corner meets a slanted ceiling? Décor: what kind of wallpaper should I put up on a single accent wall of my otherwise very white and neutrally furnished bedroom?
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posted by halogen
on Mar 28, 2012 -
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I want to spice up a couple of the panels of my work cubicle, tastefully. I have something like
this in mind but I'm looking at different fabrics online and realizing I have no idea what type of fabric to go with (there's printed cotton, faux silk, linen, wovens) or even what category (sold for quilting, apparel, interior decorating purposes etc.). Does anyone know what I should go with? I'm happy to go to a physical store but I want to make sure I know what I'm even looking for in terms of look and feel. I don't necessarily need/want advice about pattern, just type of fabric. Thanks!
posted by lovingkindness
on Feb 15, 2012 -
8 answers
I want to hang some LP covers on a wall, and remember years ago seeing a cheap little kit that was something like four pieces of clear plastic for the corners, connected by an elastic string X-shape in the back that could hang on a nail. The result was a neat frameless effect that I liked, but I can't find it again. Does anyone know what that kit was and where I can buy it?
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posted by mediareport
on Jan 29, 2012 -
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I know this is a next to impossible inquiry but I'm doing it for a very kind Australian friend who requested I do research in this area for a friend of his who, also, lives in Australia.
It seems that this man has created a very innovative and clever new design for the interior of a motor home (they do a lot of "caravaning" in Australia) and he would like to be able to find an American contact so he can come to the U.S. and exhibit his design at motor home/caravan shows here. Where would I begin to look?
posted by Tullyogallaghan
on Oct 27, 2011 -
4 answers
Baseboards - Stained or Painted? My boyfriend and I are buying a house, and the builder has installed lovely paneled wood interior doors. He said that he would like to stain them to match the cabinets (a medium stain called "spice") and will also stain the baseboards. I love the look of the stained doors, but am concerned the baseboards might look...I don't know, old fashioned or something. Does anyone have stained baseboards, and do you love or hate them? Also, if we later decide to paint them white, how much of a pain is that?
posted by odayoday
on Sep 29, 2011 -
18 answers
Are there like curtain engineers or something? My house has a very tall vaulted ceiling with windows going all the way up and in the late afternoon the room is completely not usable because of sun.
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posted by cmm
on Aug 26, 2011 -
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I need to install new carpet in my 2-bedroom house. I know next to nothing about this. Sorry, we're not looking for wood or vinyl floors at this time. I just want to hear from people who've been through this experience. Got one grade-school age kid, one dog and one cat. What type of carpet deals with this traffic, resists stains and still looks good and is moderately priced? Also any advice on trying to learn how to install this yourself vs. professional installers.
posted by caveatz
on Mar 17, 2011 -
12 answers
My car's dome/interior light won't go off. Toyota Camry, I can't remember the year.
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posted by DU
on Jan 25, 2011 -
7 answers
Is there a precedent/community for crowdsourcing interior design? Like many geeks, I lack the proper gifts, and wonder what resources could be thrown at it.
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posted by rtgoodwin
on Oct 1, 2010 -
4 answers
Please suggest images I could convert into crewel which are cartoon modern in style, but not depictions of characters.
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posted by Ambrosia Voyeur
on Sep 2, 2010 -
9 answers
The house I am preparing to move into has a "cosmetic" fireplace. It looks like a fireplace, it's built into the wall, but can't be used as one. What clever decorating ideas do you have for it? I'm game for anything--funny, functional, stylish, classic, clever, funky, hell--even some sort of tasteful heat retrofit--just anything that doesn't involve putting a fire in it (that would probably result in death).
posted by sourwookie
on Aug 18, 2010 -
26 answers
What gift should I get an individual that graduated from an interior design school?
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posted by birdlips
on Aug 2, 2010 -
3 answers
Can I replace a 28-inch-wide interior (closet) door with a new one off the shelf at Lowe's or Home Depot, with no carpentry required? Or would I need to rout out the hinge areas and align the knob with the existing hit plate?
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posted by amtho
on Jul 25, 2010 -
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Some months ago I came across a site that, I think, makes products from bespoke designs by young designers, or at least makes such products available for purchase. I think (am almost certain in fact) that it is based in the UK. I cannot remember the site and no amount of searching turns it up.
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posted by derMax
on Jun 22, 2010 -
3 answers
Does anybody know of an entry level architectural drafting course or introduction to architecture course being given in New York City (or near NYC) during the summer
for a reasonable price?
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posted by RobertFrost
on May 4, 2010 -
8 answers
Does anyone know of any attractive powered speakers? Ones that look like they belong on a bookshelf and not next to a PC?
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posted by bryanlacksfocus
on Dec 16, 2009 -
14 answers
Interior/exterior design memory loss: a few months ago I was casually flipping through one of the many interior design magazines on the shelf at Borders and saw an article about an amazing place that I'd love to find more details about. Unfortunately I was distracted and don't remember many details...
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posted by Beautiful Screaming Lady
on Oct 28, 2009 -
0 answers
Decor-challenged homeowner seeks pet-proof window coverings. Please share your experiences and recommendations.
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posted by anderjen
on Jul 29, 2009 -
13 answers
I'm looking for a detailed and thorough guide on home lighting principles and ideas. Where is this source?
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posted by bouchacha
on Apr 22, 2009 -
8 answers
What long, decorative item (say, 12'x4') can I hang on my empty wall? If it happened to absorb sound from the opposing speakers, that'd be great.
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posted by erikgrande
on Apr 21, 2009 -
14 answers
Where can I find a less expensive industrial version of the popular Klassik sliding door track system seen in Dwell mag and
here?
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posted by jeffmac
on Jan 22, 2009 -
6 answers
What color should I paint a bedroom with a swirly brown-black-reddish stained concrete floor?
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posted by halogen
on Nov 12, 2008 -
9 answers
How do I remove mold and milk residue from the fabric interior on the seat of my car?
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posted by Alligator
on Jul 24, 2008 -
2 answers
Inspire me! Where are your absolute favorite places to find incredible, unique interior and outdoor decorating treasures and bargains in Los Angeles (or online)? I'm looking for cool stuff to fill/cover walls, floors, windows, garden, patio, home office... you name it!
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posted by miss lynnster
on Jul 14, 2008 -
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