Sunday, June 28, 2009

How to Decide Where to Place Your Indoor Fountain

So you have decided for an indoor fountain, but not sure where you want to place it. The size of the different rooms in your home will help you determine some locations, but to help you make your decision here are four ways to decide how to place your indoor fountain in the right place.
  1. If you like a particular fountain, take a look at the color. What room in your home uses this color or has a color that compliments it? Fountains that are white, off-white or grey will work in almost any room. You can always repaint a room to match your indoor fountain selection.
  2. Most people get indoor fountains to place in a central location , such as a living room or den where your entertaining of friends take place. The foyer is a great place to welcome visitors with soothing sounds and appearance.
  3. You will want to place your indoor fountain where you can get a good look at it. Avoid locations where a pillar or wall would cut off part of the view. Make sure the common seating areas let you view the water fountain.
  4. Finally, pick a room where you are going to match the style to the fountain. Water buckets and other rustic styles go well with"shabby chic" interiors. Asian garden indoor fountains are the most flexible, since they work well with modern styles.
These four tips should help in making your decision on placement of your indoor fountain.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Forest Fantasy Water Fountain

Water fountains make a beautiful and soothing addition to the inside of your home or outside on your patio. This enchanting sculptural fountain is a wildlife-lover's delight! A bevy of plump colorful forest birds looks on as crystal-clear waters cascade down a stack of moss-covered logs, delighting the eye and lending music to the ear.

Indoors or out, this darling water fountain brings wonderful woodsy appeal to your personal space! You will love to relax to the natural running water.

This water fountain comes with an electric pump, has a UL recognized cord and is constructed of poly resin. 16" x 14 1/2" x 26 1/2" high. The natural rich tone of this water fountain will look perfect inside or out.

This is just one of many fountains that make an impact on your home decor and attract attention from your visitors. With the many styles and shapes you are sure to find one that suites your taste.

Monday, June 22, 2009

JW Stannard Sunset Wind Chime


Grace your garden or porch with the enchanting sounds of a serene Zen garden! Six gleaming chimes sway ever so gently in the breeze, creating a soothing lullaby that calms the soul and delights the senses.

JW Stannard wind chimes are an excellent addition to your lawn or garden. Expertly created and hand-tuned by the renowned artisans of chime maker J.W. Stannard. This chime is made of metal with some wood and measures 6 3/4" diameter x 27" high.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Splendid Tabletop Water Fountain

Tabletop water fountains make a elegant addition to your home' decor. For instance this Nostalgic Miller's country cottage, complete with water wheel, adds the soothing sound of trickling water to any tabletop in your living room, family room or den. This relaxing sound will continue until someone unplugs the fountain.

This tabletop water fountain comes with an electric submersible water pump and made of a stone-finish poly resin. Most tabletop water fountains are for indoor use, but could be used on a plant stand on your back deck.

A tabletop water fountain placed in the entrance way of your home on a hall table creates an excellent conversational piece with your visitors. With the many choices available you are sure to find one that suites you.

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Decorating Ideas For Your Home Office

Setting up a productive home office requires efficiency and organization. You need to make sure your home office has good lighting, you have the appropriate furniture for your office equipment such as a computer, printer, fax and possibly a copy machine and your home office should be comfortable. You will also need storage for your home office supplies. depending on the amount of work you handle will help you decide on the size and complexity of your home office.

A table set next to a bedroom window can make for a part-time office. Place a pencil and writing paper holders on the desk that go with your room decor. office armoires are another simple solution. These are available in many different styles and they combine convenience and functionality. Most armoires feature a keyboard shelf, file drawers and adjustable shelving.

Planning a home office for your needs can make the most basic office task an enjoyable one. Check here to find more tips to make your home office work for you.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Lighting Ideas For the Exterior of Your Home

Outdoor lighting for your home's landscaping use to be simple. You could place a few recessed fixtures along your walkway or driveway and you were done. Click here for a consumer's guide to low voltage outdoor lighting. That is not the case anymore.

Homeowners have found that placing strategically located lighting throughout their property is a great way to showcase their home. Outdoor lighting can be both functional and aesthetic.

To place lighting correctly, concentrate on architectural features. In a pool or pond use submersible lights to illuminate the water. For a tree or bush place lighting below or behind them. For a arbor or archway consider up lighting for a magnificent affect. Low voltage lighting can be placed along walkways, driveways, under handrails, bench seating on decks and stairs. And, don't forget the outdoor lighting for your basketball court for extra hours of night time entertainment.

A well lit home is also safer and more secure with your outdoor lighting additions. Also don't forget about motion detectors in more obscure locations of your property or auto lighting that comes on at dusk and goes off at dawn using photocell lighting. For more outdoor lighting ideas and products click here and you will find helpful information.

Saturday, June 6, 2009

Online Shopping For Outdoor Decorating Ideas

Decorating your lawn or garden can be an expensive and time consuming ordeal. The most efficient and cost effective way to do this is to surf the Internet. Whatever you are looking for you will be sure to find it with not much effort.

Whether you are looking to enhance your lawn or garden, online shopping for outdoor decorating ideas such as statues, bird feeders, wind chimes, plants, bird houses and bird baths to name a few is the definite way to go. The greatest advantage to shopping online is that you can find treasures from all around the world, and could possibly even spend only a fraction of what it would cost you shopping in your city.

There are hundreds if not thousands of items you can get to decorate your lawn or garden. Just make sure not to overload your lawn or garden with your outdoor decorating selections.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Indoor Entryway Benches Add a Welcoming Touch!

Placing a indoor bench in your entryway adds a nice welcoming touch to your entrance hallway. these make for a great place for you or your guests to take their shoes off. This also makes for a perfect place for visitors coats or gloves if they are visiting for a short period of time.

There are many different types of these indoor benches. most common are wood benches. This can be a standard bench, bench with storage space or a bench with a high back that has hooks for placing your coats. There are wrought iron benches as well, but the wood benches are by far the most popular and attractive.

With an indoor entryway bench you are able to add additional seating and storage. They also add interest to your home's decor and make a lasting impression on your visitors.