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how to select the perfect color for your bamboo floors

Installing new floors into your home, office or business can instantly bring new life to the space. In fact, according to The Designer’s Lesson, flooring covers one-sixth of a room’s surface area, on average, so it’s easy to understand how much of an impact it can have on a space. Bamboo flooring is a great alternative to traditional wood floors because bamboo is eco-friendly, relatively affordable and is available in so many different shades. San Francisco-based company Smith & Fong offers flooring...

setting up a home art studio

Sometimes it’s hard to get your creative juices flowing in your bedroom, living room or kitchen. There are often distractions that make it difficult for you to really focus. Those with a passion for art should consider making room in their home for their very own art gallery. Having a studio designated for designing, drawing, painting and more can offer a quiet, inspiring space to get your work done. Follow these tips for a stylish and functional home art studio: Figure...

fresh upgrades to make in your kitchen

Is your kitchen in need of a fresh look? Beat the winter blues by giving the space a bit of life. There are a few easy ways to revamp your kitchen and give it a whole new look. Here are a few ways to improve the heart of your home: Install bamboo panels Bring life to your kitchen by installing bamboo paneling around the island. It creates a beautiful focal point in the space and is an eco-friendly material. Bamboo grows...

6 ways to go green in your laundry room

You may not spend a whole lot of time in your laundry room, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored when it comes to being eco-friendly. There are lots of ways to create cleaner air and cut energy costs in the laundry room. Install bamboo flooring The material you use for the flooring in your laundry room can make a big impact on the environment. Bamboo flooring is a beautiful and modern eco-friendly option for the space. It creates...

making a movie theater more customer friendly

Going to the movies to see the latest flick has been a source of entertainment for years. However, it seems because of services like Netflix and Hulu, fewer people are heading to the movies. In fact, according to Fast Company, ticket sales have been decreasing by about 2 percent each year since 2002. Netflix costs just $8 per month to subscribe, which is often less money than one movie ticket and a small popcorn. It’s no wonder why so many people...