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While designing the home it is difficult to design the bathroom. This is because there are so many choices out there. The choices range from the antique to the contemporary.

Contemporary bathroom fittings are the latest trend. Fixtures of the latest designs are offered for the bathroom. Today, one has a wide choice of contemporary bathroom fittings. The washbasins come in more aesthetic designs. The shapes could be round, square or rectangular in shape. The material could be glass, ceramic, or stainless steel. There is also a choice to be made between the acrylic bath and the steel bath. The acrylic bath is much lighter and more versatile than the steel bath. Steel baths are generally favored for their strength and looks. The metal bath has a more traditional look and feel. However, modern acrylic baths are now at least as strong and have attributes of their own. They are easier to maintain and do not have the cold metallic feel of steel baths.

Some of the contemporary furniture includes:

Nickel-Bronze Bathroom Space Saver–This Nickel-Bronze finished Space Saver toilet topper has three-rack style shelves, a side towel bar and a camel-back crown design in a leaf motif.

Contemporary Vanity Sink CabinetThis is in contemporary style with multiple raised square design woodwork and a deep, glowing merlot finish with the black marble top and two doors with oval handles.

Verde leaf Bathroom Caddie–This green metal Bathroom Caddie with a Verde leaf design has three rack shelves and a curved top.

Tier Polished Chrome Bathroom Organizer–This four-Tier Polished Chrome Bathroom Organizer has three shelves and a bottom basket for storage or display. It has Polished Chrome finish and four towel racks on each side of the organizer.

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With just a little Tender Loving Furniture Care, genuine hardwood furniture will last several lifetimes. Consider grandfather’s roll-top desk - a valued treasure passed on from generation to generation. Taking good care of your solid hardwood furniture ensures its continued longevity.

Heat, Humidity and Hardwoods

Did you know that up to half the weight of freshly sawn wood is water? Furniture is crafted from wood that has been carefully dried, retaining just enough moisture for the furniture to properly acclimate to the relative humidity in your home. The wood in wood furniture continues to exchange moisture with the air, shrinking and expanding in response to changes in relative humidity.

Like your own skin, solid hardwood furniture’s natural response to extremely dry air is to lose moisture and shrink a bit. The halves of an extension table may part slightly or a few tiny openings may appear on a solid wood surface. This will correct itself as the relative humidity rises, and the wood furniture absorbs enough moisture to expand slightly.

On the other hand, if you don’t have an air conditioner or dehumidifier, your home’s relative humidity may get too high. Parts of your wood furniture may absorb excess moisture from the air and expand, perhaps causing drawers to stick. Once again, this will correct itself as your home’s relative humidity decreases. The furniture’s quality and sturdiness are not affected by these natural changes.

Here are some ways to ensure your solid hardwood furniture’s longevity:
For your comfort, as well as to provide proper furniture care, use a humidifier in the winter and an air conditioner in the summer to keep the relative humidity at 25 to 35 percent. Avoid placing furniture directly in front of radiators, heat ducts or fireplaces.

Don’t expose hardwood furniture, or any other wood furniture, to continuous direct sunlight. Draw the curtains occasionally.

Store table leaves as close as possible to the table. Keep them in an upstairs closet rather than in a damp basement, so that the table leaves are adjusting to the same relative humidity as the table they fit.

Tender Loving Furniture Care

It’s surprisingly simple to protect and enhance hardwood’s natural beauty. All that’s needed is some tender loving care. Here are a few tips from the experts:
- Read the manufacturer’s care directions carefully and keep them handy for future reference.
- Dust with a soft cloth by following the grain pattern of the wood. Use an old T-shirt, baby diaper or cheesecloth that’s been laundered to remove the sizing. Dust often to remove everyday abrasive particles from wood surfaces. Before dusting,

moisten cloth lightly with a spray product. A dry cloth can leave hairline scratches on the finish.
- Surfaces also can be cleaned with a mild non-alkaline soap and water. Use the suds on a damp sponge or cloth, but be sure to pretest the solution on an out-of-sight-section to make sure it doesn’t damage the finish. Dry immediately with a soft cloth and buff lightly, following the grain.
- Wood finishes benefit from an occasional waxing or polishing. A paste wax can be applied every six to twelve months. Remove old wax first with a mild non-alkaline soap and water solution.
- Avoid waxing urethane-finished furniture. Waxing these surfaces causes them to gather dust and dirt rather than repel it.

Repairs Made Simple

Minor damage to solid hardwood furniture can be repaired quickly and effectively with the right materials, a bit of elbow grease, and some careful attention to detail. More complex repair or refinishing jobs are best left to the professionals, especially if the piece has one of todays “super finishes”.

Scratch and Nick First Aid

When preparing to repair small nicks or scratches, always test an inconspicuous area of the furniture first to make certain the mixture won’t damage the finish.

Finish Treatment

Dark Wood or stain - Fill the scratches with shoe polish that matches the lightest shade of the finish. Another method is to rub with walnut or Brazil nut meat in the direction of the scratch. A child’s crayon or felt-tipped marker can also be used.

Cherry Furniture - Fill the scratches with cordovan or reddish shoe polish that matches the wood, or apply darkened iodine with a cotton swab or thin artist’s brush.

Light Wood or Stain - Fill the scratches with a tan or natural shoe polish, or apply darkened iodine diluted 50 percent with denatured alcohol.

Stain Removal

Today’s high-performance finishes demand special and careful attention when it comes to stain removal. While there are countless remedies for stains, some may actually damage the furniture’s finish. If you’re at all unsure, you should call a
professional refinisher.

These common stains often can be treated with do-it-yourself furniture first aid. But bear in mind: always test your remedy on a small area to see if it removes the stain without disturbing or damaging the finish.

Stain Treatment

Water Marks and Rings - Often rings are in the wax, not the finish. Cover the stain with a clean, thick blotter, press down with a warm iron, and repeat. Or rub with salad oil, mayonnaise or white toothpaste. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

White Marks - Rub with a cloth dipped in a mixture of cigarette ashes and lemon juice or salad oil. Or rub with a cloth dipped in lighter fluid, followed by a mixture of
rottenstone and salad oil. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

Milk or Alcohol - Use your fingers to rub liquid or paste wax into the stain. Or rub in a paste of boiled linseed oil and rottenstone with the grain, substituting pumice for dull finishes. Or rub with ammonia on a dampened cloth. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

Other Home Remedies

During everyday use, your hardwood furniture may be subjected to mishaps and spills which temporarily mar its finish.

Problem Treatment

Cigarette Burns (light) - Rub with scratch-concealing polish, or with a paste of linseed oil and rottenstone, working with the grain until the burn mark disappears.

Heat Marks - Rub gently along the grain, using a dry steel wool soap pad or a cloth dampened with camphorated oil or mineral spirits, or rub gently along the grain with extra-fine (0000) steel wool. Wipe clean and wax or polish.

Nail Polish - Blot the spill immediately, then rub with fine steel wool (0) dipped in wax. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

Paint Marks - If fresh, remove latex paint with water and oil-based paint with mineral spirits. If dry, soak spot in boiled linseed oil, wait until paint softens and lift carefully with a putty knife or wipe with cloth dampened with boiled linseed
oil. Residue can be removed by rubbing along the grain with a paste of boiled linseed oil and rottenstone. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

Sticking Paper - Dampen the paper thoroughly with salad oil, wait five minutes and rub along the grain with extra-fine (0000) steel wool. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

Wax or Gum - Harden the substance by holding an ice cube wrapped in cloth against it, then use your fingernail or plastic credit card to remove it. Rub the area with
extra-fine (0000) steel wool dipped in mineral spirits. Wipe dry and wax or polish.

Keep Your Furniture Looking Great

Furniture is made to be used and enjoyed and accidents happen, especially when there are small children at home. Take the following steps to keep damage from everyday life to a minimum.

Unless your furniture has a new “super finish” to protect it, use coasters to prevent spills, stains and damage from hot dishes. Blot all spills immediately. Keep solvents, alcohol, nail polish and polish removers away from your furniture surfaces.

When dusting, always lift lamps and other objects - don’t slide then across the furniture’s surface. Always lift furniture to move it - don’t drag it. Open and close doors, drawers and
lids gently.

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Think about garden and patio decorations just as you would if you were designing a room in your home. We always hear of interior decorating, so now think about exterior decorating! A well-decorated patio can have sitting areas, dining areas, and center pieces. Because you’re outdoors, garden and patio decorations let you become creative in really fun ways.

The garden decor you select will give your outdoor “rooms” style and character… so go with what appeals to you. Are you formal and elegant, or informal and casual? Whatever approach you take, keep in mind that too many garden and patio decorations will give you a crowded look. Plants and flowers should play just as big a role in your decor as structures and furnishings… let them compliment each other.

Visualize Key Furnishings

First, envision your patio, deck or garden area. Plan out a few different layouts for the main, larger decor items that will need to fit within your space. These would be chairs, benches, tables, and grilling or cooking stations. If you work at home, you can even design an outdoor “work station” for your laptop and office work.

Weather-proofed wicker, wrought iron, cedar, or teak garden furniture are excellent choices for patio and garden furnishings. Functionality is important, but go for comfort and style, too!

There are some great designs in outdoor patio furniture, guaranteed to fit your personal style. Make sure what you buy is very durable and weatherproof, since your furniture will be exposed to sun, wind and rain. Be patient and shop for the most attractive furniture that meets these standards and you’ll save money in the end.

Outdoor Lighting Sets the Mood

Once you identify your main furniture pieces, add even more atmosphere to your garden and patio with outdoor lighting. Lighting arrangements can change the entire feel of your outdoor area. You can go for festive, subdued, ornamental, warm, or bright!

Outdoor patio lights are made to endure all the elements, and feature insulated and weather-resistant components. There are quite a few styles you can choose from. The possibilities include freestanding lamps, table lamps, shaded and globe lamps, lanterns, umbrella lights, BBQ lights, string lights, and ground lights. Shop around for what appeals to you, as well as what’s practical for your purpose.

Choose Your Accents

There are no rules to garden and patio decorations and lots of choices! Here are some great accents that will add life and charm to any yard:

Garden Benches: Have you ever noticed a rustic bench placed “just right” in a garden? It’s a very inviting sight. It doesn’t need to be fancy just a spot to sit down and relax.

Decorative Planters: To create a pleasing focal point, set out a few planters filled with beautiful flowers in different areas of your garden. You can move them around, and replant them with different flowers as the season goes by. These are perfect for the patio, too.

Don’t forget, an old container you have lying around can easily be tuned into a planter - perhaps an old watering can or a pickle barrel. All they need is some form of drainage. Try one or two planters and see the difference they make!

Garden Fountains: Fountains add a great deal of atmosphere to any garden setting. The varieties range from grand fountains made of stone or bronze, to modest and charming garden fountain kits. Garden fountains have such a pleasant, tranquil sound that their beautiful effect is immediate and captivating.

Garden Sculptures: Garden statuary is usually made of bronze, marble, stone, wood, or resin. Choose themes from cherubs and saints to deer, rabbits and frogs. Garden sculptures can really develop your garden theme, and are great fun to design with! Tuck them into a corner, or display them openly as a main focal point.

Sundials: This ancient device has brought beauty and charm to thousands of gardens. Sundials are terrific accent pieces and come in different designs, such as tabletop and pedestal. Some sundials double as birdbaths!

Garden and patio decorations can be as elaborate or quaint as you wish. Simply keep in mind it’s just like fixing up a room in your home - when you like what you see, you’ve added your own personal signature to your outdoor living place!

Copyright 2006 Robert Mosse

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