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Not gonna lie. I did this.
Hardwood floors and the felt pads just would NOT stay on the chairs. My solution? Felt pads and then baby socks. Ghetto? Maybe. Save my floor? Definitely.


Weigh In: Should Chairs Wear Socks?
2/11/13 7:10 PM

I cannot look at one of those foyers in the before picture without thinking "how do you clean those windows?"

I LOVE this change. Based on the window next to the door, I highly doubt the "new" foyer is all dark and dungeon-like and even if it was, so what? How much time do you spend in your foyer? It's a great use of otherwise wasted space.


Before & After: From Ceiling Space to Playing Space
1/28/13 11:25 AM

I love seeing pieces destined for a landfill re-purposed into something useful.


Before & After: Obsolete Crib Makes a Fantastically Functional Set of Shelves
1/23/13 9:08 AM

I was firmly in the "wallpaper borders are the WORST" camp until I bought the house I now live in. When we bought it, I knew I hated every single paint choice the previous owners made. However, in the living room there was a border wallpaper of a damask type pattern that was raised in the wallpaper. The cream and peach they had painted above and below the wallpaper was horrid, but a coat of charcoal paint over the whole wall (wallpaper too) and I just love the border now.

Not sure what any of that has to do with the original post, other than that if you look hard enough and the room is right, borders can work.

Regardless of what you go with, ask your landlord. They may be surprisingly easy to work with.


Is There Such a Thing as a Good-Looking Wallpaper Border? Good Questions
11/14/12 3:23 PM

i think that sofa is just lovely, but i so desperately want to pick up that middle pillow and rotate it 90 degrees :)


Cozy Cinnamon Sofa & Vintage Portrait Roommarks
10/25/12 11:19 PM

that is perfect. nice job!


Before & After: Restoring a Mid-Century Modern DresserThe Creative Imperative
10/22/12 9:22 AM

"Good wires can make your speakers sound better "
yeah, about that...
http://gizmodo.com/363154/audiophile-deathmatch-monster-cables-vs-a-coat-hanger


How To Get Started With Your First DIY Speakers Project
10/16/12 2:28 PM

My dad always told me that when you paint the walls yourself you're saving money on labor--buy the good paint.


Why Some Paint Is More Expensive Than Others (And Worth It)
10/12/12 4:09 PM

I live in what I would consider the world's worst apartment for noise (right on the intersection of two major Chicago streets, one of which is used for semis getting to the nearby expressway...oh, and halfway between a police station and a fire station too. And on top of a bar.)
I actually started using an iphone app for sleeping--there are tons out there. White noise doesn't do it for me...it does nothing to mask the rumbles of a passing semi. Not enough low frequency. Pink works much better in my opinion.
Falling asleep with the TV on actually helps me--it's like *my* noise is better to have on than other noise? I don't know, but it works for me.

As others have said, HEAVY curtains. Mass stops sound.

And with time you do notice it less. Not to say it gets to the point where it's acceptable, though. I'm moving as soon as this lease is up.


Soundproofing Ideas for Highway Noise? Good Questions
10/12/12 10:43 AM

SE215 is the replacement for the SE115.


Alternatives to Apple's New Earpods:
Better Sound For Less Than $100
9/25/12 11:53 AM

separate bedrooms here. and separate houses. in separate time zones.
it's the worst.


Couples Sleeping in Separate Bedrooms
8/28/12 9:15 AM

totally depends on where you live.


How Much To Ask for Chairs on Craigslist? Good Questions
6/26/12 8:31 AM

How could you get rid of those beautiful green cabinets?!?!?! The wood. DESTROYED.
(Someone had to do it. And please note the sarcasm.)

Lovely redo. The hooks are super cute.


Kitchen Before & After: Cheryl's 'Very Tight Budget' DIY Redo Reader Kitchen Remodel
6/18/12 1:08 PM

Sums it up: http://www.smbc-comics.com/index.php?db=comics&id=1883

I am all for anything that encourages girls to go into STEM fields.

/female electrical engineer
//tired of always being the only woman in the room


Roominate: A Design Toy for Girls
6/18/12 10:55 AM

Those bags in the photo...anyone know where to find them in America? I bought one at a 1 Euro store in Ireland and have used it to move soooo much stuff, but it's finally broken. I'm dying for some more, but have searched to no avail.


Inspired by Travel: What Do Museum Visits Do for You?
6/14/12 12:06 PM

You know those cheap flimsy cutting boards? Those work too. And they're clear. Remove, clean, replace. Works better for me than taking the shelves out because while mine are technically removable, they're not easy to get out.


How to Make Your Fridge Easy Clean The Virtuous Wife
5/25/12 3:46 PM

The thought of the amount of work that had to go into getting that red paint off makes me cringe. I couldn't do it!!
Well worth the work, though. It's lovely.


Before & After: Red Paint to Mahogany Dresser Imperfect Patina
5/17/12 11:09 AM

I love that the before and after photos are of the same view!

I love the material choices. Looks great.

But where do you put towels? :)


Before & After: Dana's Updated Bathroom House*Tweaking
5/3/12 10:57 AM

"Ultimately, I guess "my style" is that I want to look around and feel delighted."

Love this. Shouldn't we all?


Dixie's Latest and Greatest Sensation-Rich Home House Tour
4/5/12 9:15 AM

this place is everything small cool should be. well done.


Samantha's Organic Global Love Nest Small Cool Contest
4/4/12 4:58 PM