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Designer Accessories Buying Guide
Home décor accessories can help you
personalize a space in line with your individual taste/s. For all
the hard work you plan to undertake, the outcome is a well-deserved
reward for your time and planning. You get to fashion a room and
space that means home to you. You can shape up reflections of your
ideas and add your personal art and colors in a manner that appeal
to you.
This guide aims to highlight the finer aspects of home décor to help
you decide on the starting points o f a space and where to look for
the special effects,
Some popular home décor accessories include,
Area Rugs : You can break any neutral theme of color with rugs, and
they also make an interesting focal point in any space. Get a
realistic picture of the foot traffic before you decide on a type of
rug. Also, measure the area you wish to cover; you can also use rugs
to divide a space. For instance, you can have rugs in your living
area, smaller dimensions for coffee area, and bigger ones to cover
rest of the space. The theme can be complimentary, as also
contrasting to add a punch. Normally, designer décor accessories are
accents to your overall room and should be used carefully in line
with the color scheme of a room. The accent colors should be
repeated at least thrice in the room to balance and highlight. The
time you have on hands will help you decide on the time you can
devote for maintenance of a rug. So get a real picture. Following
are a few popular rug types.
Manmade fibers: As against natural fibers, synthetic ones such as
acrylic, polypropylene, olefin, and nylon can be used in heavy foot
traffic zones as they are easy to clean and are relatively cheaper.
Wool rugs: You get woolen rugs in different patterns, colors and
prices. They are more expensive and handmade rugs and carpets are
one of the most popular home décor accessories to add a desired
touch of class and sophistication to any room. The quality depends
on the wool used and per sq. inch knots that determine the finesse.
You also get machine made rugs in modern patterns that is
comparatively cheap. Almost all good quality rugs come with a care
manual.
Cotton rugs: Light and easy to clean, cotton rugs or durries are
popular for its combination of motifs and warm color tones. They are
easy to maintain and can be washed with ease, though not as durable
as woolen or synthetic rugs.
Jute rugs: An aesthetic fiber, jute rugs look natural and appealing
in most spaces. They are not easy to maintain and may fade over a
period of time, the fiber is weak and needs to be protected from
long exposure to moisture.
Sisal rugs: Another popular choice, sisal rugs are comparatively
durable than jute rugs. Most ideal for high-traffic areas in the
home like the living room, entrance lobbies etc.
Fireplace Accessories: Candles and Candle Holders
A creative décor accessory, candles can warm up a room tastefully.
Above the fireplace, as also on the mantel and side table, you can
add different shapes and lengths of candles arranged in different
holders to add an artistic accent to the living room. Fireplaces
become the focal point for most homes and you can highlight the area
with a variety of accessories like picture frames, candles, family
memoirs. Scented candles also do wonders to any room and help you
relax. You get candle holders in different material and interesting
shapes, right from classy silver candle stands for formal look, to
glass, crystal, wood and brass stands that look warm and inviting.
There is a wide variety of accessories to brighten up your
fireplace, try this link to explore designer pieces at affordable
prices.
Picture frames : You can add drama to any wall and room with
carefully framed pictures. Change the feel of a place from formal,
warm to casual and friendly with a frame. Usually, gold frames
bestow a room with a formal appeal and sophistication. For rustic
feel that goes with the theme in cottages and country homes, you can
use wooden frames that look unfinished. For a modern touch, you can
use lacquered frames in bold colors that compliment a room theme.
Pictures can add a personal and artistic element to a wall, mantel,
or table. You can frame your art work, and also display a collage of
art for larger wall space. It is important to hang or arrange a
frame at an average eye level.
Vases and Bowls : This is one of the most common décor items and
carries great power to transform the way a room looks if you choose
the right color, size and shape for a space. To break the monotony,
and to add a resting eye place, vases should be refreshing,
complimenting the overall décor theme. Easily used to break a
neutral color scheme, you can get bold with a contrast, or get even
with a complimenting color and shape. Ceramic, crystal, metal and
even glass vases and bowls can spice up a décor like few things.
Clocks : Clocks are not just the routine thing for homes. Apart from
the olden value of grandfather clocks, you can dictate your personal
style with these timeless classics. Get creative and hang clocks in
dining areas, kitchen and lobbies to add a personal statement to any
space. Now you get clocks in every imaginable styles and a wide
array of contemporary designs. Then there are hand-painted clocks
with intricate woodwork, and offer a great combination of style and
sophistication.
To explore a variety of designer clocks, you can visit this link.
Lights : Well, one of the most dramatic home décor accessory, you
can play with lights to lift up or fashion moods from the scratch.
Lights can be used to create a desired ambience throughout the home.
Floor lamps: Use floor lamps in different shapes and sizes to
enhance the aesthetics of a room.
Table lamps: Use table lamps to light your living room, study area,
bedrooms, dining room, and family room and entrance lobby.
Desk lamps: Desk lamps are typically 12 inches to 20 inches high and
are used to light a specific work area.
You can also check out great décor accessories for home and offices
by Vitra at their website.
Pillows : Bed pillows or throw pillows make an important furnishing
item. A throw pillow in complimenting shades or combination of
shades can allow an interesting focal point in a room. For regular
bed pillows, you get a wide variety of bed pillows that allow your
groggy head to get a restful sleep every night. It is worthwhile to
invest in a good pillow, some general guidelines for buying lasting
pillows,
a) As a general rule, you should try to replace a pillow every six
month to two years
b) The life of a pillow depends on the material it uses. Check with
the manufacturer to know about the quality and normal life span of
the pillow.
c) You can test a pillow to see if it is in shape,
Place the pillow on a flat surface by folding it in half. Put a shoe
on the top. If the shoe bounces away and the pillow regains its
original shape, your pillow is in good shape. If the shoe stays, it
probably has lived its life and it’s time to change.
Before you buy, do not forget to,
• Inquire about the material used for the filling. If it is a down
pillow, you can be assured of its softness and warmth.
• Buckwheat hulls is another natural filling that is considered
resistant to breakage and weathering.
• Memory foam pillows also known as contour pillows are great too.
Made by mixing different chemicals, they are resilient and provide
complete support to the neck and head for a restful sleep.
• Hypoallergenic pillows are made with materials that minimize the
possibility of allergic reactions.
• Body pillows are long ones designed to reach your feet from head.
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