Interior Design Guide

Paint is any liquid , liquefiable, or mastic composition that, after application to a substrate in a thin layer, converts to a solid film. It is most commonly used to protect, color, or provide texture to objects. Paint can be made or purchased in many colors—and in many different types, such as watercolor, synthetic, etc. Paint is typically stored, sold, and applied as a liquid, but most types dry into a solid. Types Of Paint And How To Choose The Right One : 1. Matte Paint - Matte color is the most common of interior wall paints. There’s no shine or sheen to the finish, making it ideal for walls and ceilings where you don't want any visual distractions. It’s easy to apply, although it can often take more than a single coat to create a good solid color. Matte paint can be applied with a brush or roller and works well covering imperfections on your walls. This makes it ideal for older houses. On the downside, matte paint is easily marked. Although some marks can be rem...

Wall paneling is an architectural element often installed in residential or commercial buildings. Decorative wall paneling is installed over walls to add aesthetic appeal, while other types of paneling may be added for their functional or structural characteristics. Many paneling varieties are available at home improvement and hardware stores while others may be purchased from specialty distributors. Wall paneling is a popular and trendy type of wall finish that has recently been taking over other types of wall finish such as wallpapering, painting, and cladding with tiles. There are many reasons for this, ranging from durability to hygiene and cost. Wall panels can be cheaper than wallpaper, and high quality paint or tiles. Another advantage of wall paneling is being able to conceal flaws and unsightly features such as cables and exposed wiring, while this is not possible with wallpapering, painting, or cladding with tiles. Types of Wall Paneling : Chipboard panels -...

Drapery is a general word referring to cloths or textiles . It may refer to cloth used for decorative purposes – such as around windows – or to the trade of retailing cloth, originally mostly for clothing, formerly conducted by drapers. Drapery styles are made from a heavier and lined fabric. Often draperies are fixed and only frame a window opening. Draperies are nearly always floor length. Draperies are ideal for making a bold statement in a room. The use of intense colors and patterns combined with their bulk make them a strong element in the decor of a room. Types Of Draperies : Cafe - curtains that obscure only the bottom half of the window, affording privacy or obscuring an undesirable view from a window. Occasionally, may include an upper treatment of an arched or tapered valance.  Sheer - a translucent curtain which filters light and affords some privacy. Typically used in tandem with a heavier curtain or drapery.  Lace - similar to sheers...

A curtain is a piece of cloth intended to block or obscure light , or drafts, or water in the case of a shower curtain . A curtain is also the movable screen or drape in a theater that separates the stage from the auditorium or that serves as a backdrop. Curtains hung over a doorway are known as portières . Curtains are often hung on the inside of a building's windows to block the passage of light, for instance at night to aid sleeping , or to stop light from escaping outside the building (stopping people outside from being able to see inside, often for privacy reasons). Curtains come in a variety of shapes, materials, sizes, colors and patterns, and they often have their own sections within department stores , while some shops are completely dedicated to selling curtains. Curtains vary according to cleanability, ultraviolet light deterioration, oil and dust retention, noise absorption, fire resistance, and life span. Types Of Curtains : 1. Box Pleated Curtains B...

It's an easy design element to overlook, but the type of lighting in a room can affect everything from the space's usefulness to its overall style and ambiance. Choosing the right fixture, based on ceiling height and the room's purpose, can change a boring room into a place that's beautiful, useful and inviting. Types Of Ceiling Fixtures : Chandeliers - When shopping for a chandelier, consider: --The recommended height for hanging a chandelier above a dining room table is 30” for the lowest part of the chandelier. --The recommended diameter for a dining room chandelier is ½ the width of the table. --For other rooms, add the length and width of the room then convert that number into inches for the right size chandelier.  ROOM TYPES--- Dining room Foyer Bedroom Child’s room Master bath Flushmount Fixtures - Hang flat against the ceiling. --Ideal for low ceilings. --Some hous...

Kitchen appliances are electrical / mechanical machines which accomplish some kitchen or cooking functions, such as cooling/heating , cooking or cleaning . Here are some types of kitchen or cooking appliances, Types of kitchen / cooking appliances : 1. Cookers -  Free standing --- These have the oven and hob together in the one unit and can be: all electric, all gas or a combination of both (typically gas hob with electric oven). They come in two main sizes: slim and standard (500mm and 600mm). You can also buy a stand-alone range cooker which can have a width of 1200mm or more.  Separate hob and oven ---  Having the oven and hob sited separately is fast becoming the standard way of arranging kitchen appliances. This type of configuration is fast becoming the standard way of arranging a kitchen. It allows the oven to be sited at your chosen height in a cabinet.  2. Ovens -  Single ovens --- Single ovens are usually 600mm wide and ...

Bathroom fixtures normally serve one of two purposes: function and style. When you combine the two, you can have a stylish bathroom that you'll be proud to share with family and guests. Some fixtures are a must-have to do what you need to complete routine shower and grooming tasks. Others are nice to have, and can be installed gradually when you have the time and money for it. Options For Bathroom Appliances / Fixtures : 1 - Towel Bars Having bathroom towel bars is necessary in every bathroom. However, they don't have to be plain. There are many styles and shapes to choose from. For example, consider installing curved or circular bars instead of the standard straight bars. You can buy towel bar sets that have different lengths to hang hand towels and body towels. Also experiment with the towel bar materials. Instead of plastic and wood, try brass or satin nickel towel bars. 2 - Wall Mount Mirror You can't have too many mirrors in a bathroom. There's ...

It’s a common problem, especially in apartments or older homes – not enough storage space. If your bedroom closet is tiny, but your clothing collection is not, a wardrobe is the quick and easy way to add another storage option. Plus, wardrobes aren’t only good for clothing and accessories – you can also use them to hide a television or music system, store pillows and linens, or hide away miscellaneous items in a child’s bedroom, such as games, crafts or toys.  Here are brief descriptions of the four most common wardrobe types. Basic Wardrobe : The basic wardrobe or "instant" wardrobe is a quick, inexpensive solution for clothing storage. These box-like wardrobes typically have a frame, a rail, and a shelf at the bottom. The more decorative options will sometimes have drawers at the bottom, along with a few extra shelves.  The most inexpensive models have outside covers of canvas or nylon. You’ll pay a little more for melamine or other manmade materials, and st...

An entertainment center is a piece of furniture designed to house consumer electronic appliances and components, such as televisions. Entertainment centers can be as unique or conventional as you want, but knowing what’s out there is as important as designing the space. Discover the different types of entertainment centers to find the right one for your space, whether you're looking for a classy credenza, a spacious media chest or armoire, or a sleek TV stand. Types of Entertainment Units : Entertainment Centers - Also called wall units, entertainment centers are large pieces of furniture that usually surround and hold the TV. Often they contain drawers, cabinets, and shelves for storage of DVDs, media components, games, and more. Entertainment centers can be as tall as 72 inches and the width varies per unit. They are available in a variety of styles to match any décor. Due to their size, entertainment centers a more expensive option. However, the price varies gre...

A waiting area or room is a building, or more commonly a part of a building or a room, where people sit or stand until the event or appointment which they are waiting for begins. There are two types of waiting room.  One is where individuals leave for appointments one at a time, or in small groups, for instance at a doctor's office , a hospital triage area or outside a school headmaster 's office.  The other is where people leave en masse such as those at railway stations , bus stations , and airports . These two examples also highlight the difference between waiting rooms where one is asked to wait (private waiting rooms) and waiting rooms one can enter at will (public waiting rooms). Amenities : Most waiting rooms have seating. Some have adjacent toilets . It is not uncommon to find vending machines in public waiting rooms or newspapers and magazines in private waiting rooms.  Some waiting rooms have a television or music. Some airports and r...