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How to decorate the inside of a playhouse?

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Different rooms require different colors. Don't use bright colors in the bedrooms because it makes it difficult to sleep, and don't use dark colors in offices because you want bright colors to keep attention focused. Also use accessories to accent the rooms.

How long does the average candle last?

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Well the average candle usually lasts up to 7-8 years, but if it is not an average candle it lasts for 3 months.

Can you tile over existing cork flooring in bathroom?

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It is not a good idea to install tile on top of anything that will degrade over time, is softer and more flexible than the tile, or is not securely set to the floor or sub-floor, as most cork floors are "floating" floors. Save yourself any aggravation and remove the cork. Chances are it will come up much easier than you might think, even if it's glued down.

What type caulk is used for sealing baseboards?

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Depending on what you intend finishing the boards with will depend on the correct product. Basically, latex-based caulks are paintable while silicon-based caulks are considered unpaintable and are used more where flex is likely. Plus of course you can have coloured versions

Why do you have to clean your room?

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It's very important to keep your room clean. When things are left lying around it collects dust wich isn't healthy. When you enter your room and you find clothes lying on the floor, strapped over your bed or papers scattered all over your desk, this will put stress on you, especially when there's not even room to walk!

Small things like a clean room (wich is maybe a big thing) can make your life more enjoyable! I'm seriouse! I know it sounds dumb.

What colors goes with a green bathroom?

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If the fixtures and or tiles are green, use aqua, sage green or a warm tan colour on the walls. Accessories in chrome or chrome and brass, towels in white will looks great And a shower curtain in a pattern that includes the green and your wall colour will finish the look out.

What color area rug would match black furniture beige carpet and white or cream walls?

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Since you have some primary and neutral colors going on already, I would suggest a pop of color to the room. Possibly a red or reddish colored area rug to liven up the area. Another option may be to match a color accent that you already have in the room....such as a color in a throw pillow or favorite art piece. Try not be afraid of color and take risks with your decor. It's one part of life we actually have control over and can do whatever we want or envision. Best of luck to you!

Can paint be removed by painters tape?

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Not if it is applied correctly, and removed in a timely fashion.

What color can you paint your room if you have a blue carpet?

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How about a light neutral color such as beige, light tan or even plain white? A lighter shade of blue might work, too, depending on the color of the carpet. Also, if you can cut a small piece of the carpet and take it to your paint store, the salesperson should be able to help you match something up.

What wall colors would go best with a charcoal gray couch?

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Depending on your "style" you have several options.

If you want a sophisticated look that has some punch, try a grey that is in the same family as the grey of your carpet, with a light "wash" of either silver or pearlised purple over it.

If you want a warm cozy look that is easy to live with, use the same colour as above and do not put a colour wash over it.

If you are very fond of purple, you could paint the wall a colour in the same family as your couches. The darker the paint, the more coats it will take to get the colour right and the more coats it will take to return it to a neutral when you move out. A lighter tone might be easier to live with.

Just for the record... do not try to get a match for either the couches or the carpet as paint on a wall rarely ever exactly matches.

How do you sponge paint?

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Sponge painting is done in one of two manners. Addition or subtraction.

Addition - apply a solid base coat of your choice. Foe latex or acrylic - Mix your second colour - 1 part faux finishing compound, 1/2 part water, 2 parts paint, pour into a clean paint tray, dip your sea sponge into the paint mixture and apply randomly to the wall. Keep a wet edge and work carefully into corners and small areas. You may want to use a multi-colour application for this, use several related colours our for a mono-chromatic scheme use several shades of the same colour.

Subtraction - apply your base coat and allow to dry. Mix your second colour in the same manner as above. Pour the mixture into a clean paint tray and apply with a roller. use a dampened sea sponge to remove colour from the wall. Keep your sponges (you will need several) clean and just barely damp for best results.

The Addition style can be very dynamic and dramatic, the subtraction style can be very subtle and sophisticated.

How do you make glass stronger?

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The 'best' way of improving the characteristics of glass is to embed fibres in it, e.g. fibre-glass.

You can also temper it, to create hard to break surfaces (toughened glass).

What is wall putty?

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Not all wall putties have the same ingredients. They can contain limestone, linseed oil, silica crystalline, titanium dioxide, and soya oil.

What color matches blue and yellow tiles?

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Blue and yellow tiles can be paired with many colours. It will depend on the tiles and the room they are in.

For example, cobalt blue and bright yellow tiles in a medium size on the back-splash of a kitchen would suggest a Mexican look and look great with terracotta, oranges, reds or greens.

How can you make your home decor more eco friendly?

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New energy efficient lights and low flow water items e.g toilets, showerheads and insulation for your home will make a big difference. You can add solar panels or wind turbines depending on where you live.

Check where you live to find energy service programs such as those offered by PG&E that will help you improve the energy efficiency of your home sometimes even paying for those improvements.

http://www.energyservicescoalition.org/

http://www.pge.com/myhome/saveenergymoney/

Can tanalised wood be painted?

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TANALISED timber relates to timber that has been industrially treated with TANALITH preservative under vacuum in an enclosed treatment vessel.

The preservative manufacturer, Arch Timber Protection, has a website at www.archtp.com with a Consumer Information Sheet which contains advice regarding compatible glues for TANALISED E pressure treated timber. A range of glues are advised, depending on the end use of the treated timber.

Is there a virtual game where you can create a house online for free?

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weeworld.com is really fun, you make your own house and avatar.

gaiaonline.com is also good, but sometimes doesn't work.

poptropica is one of my favorites, you complete lots of cool islands and get medals

woozworld is another website like this, you can buy clothes and furniture and roam around the world and create your own unitz

club penguin is also the same, except you are a penguin.

What is fabric decoration?

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making finshing and designing on garment or fabric.

What are some ideas for decorating a livingroom?

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Our range of artistically designed handicraft & home decor are made to beautify your home and Living room with decorative handmade items.Choose Home decor handicrafts from Kolus for your home.Made with love in India.

Contact: home decor items for living room

How do you repair a hole in a mirror?

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this is for a 99 contour se, don't know if they are all the same

if it is the mirrored glass that is cracked:pop the glass off. that's right, it just pops off like Lego's. its a piece of glass on a pice of hard plastic, and the whole assebly will just pop out. then get a new glass assy from a dealer or junkyard. (they are like 5 bucks at a junkyard, about 15 at dealer)you can even trade the glass from driver to passenger side if you need one more than the other until you get it fixed. another temp fix is to get that mirror replacement stuff at an auto zone or napa or discount auto, but you will learn that the cut it yourself temporary mirror stuff is definitely just temporary.

if it is the mirror casing that's broke:read through the other contour faq's. they answer it a few times

How many liters are in a can of paint?

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Kilograms is a measure of mass/weight, Litre is a measure of volume. You can only convert between the two if you know the density of the paint. You have not told us this so we can not answer your question.

Can you get tulle at the dollar store?

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No. I don't believe these stores handle yard goods. You would want to find a fabric store such as Joanns. Some Walmarts also have fabric. Also Hobby Lobby. Tuile, as a decorating fabric or wall paper is a look that has run its course.