Reader’s question
"Could you give me some decorating ideas for my small living room. I have a dark brown sofa and two red armchairs. I want to ask what rug, curtain and artwork colors look best with my furniture?”
Our recommendation
We propose color scheme for the curtains and rug to match with your furniture. We are not aware of material and color of flooring, the wall color and the decorating and furniture style.
We propose curtains and drapes in light or silver gray or brilliant dark gray shades, depending on the room brightness.
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"What is the standard height of a working and/or a dining table?"
INTERIOR DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
A starry-skied perfumery inside a 17th century building. A restoration and interior design project by Giorgio Zaetta in the historic centre of Feltre (North Italy)
Reader’s question
"I have a chest of drawers made of white color solid ash. How could I paint it a different color?"
Our recommendations
You can give your furniture a new look with a contemporary color scheme.
The painting process is as follows.
- Remove the knobs and save the screws to paint easily the furniture.
- Remove any old paint by scraping or sanding carefully with fine sandpaper.
- Wipe the surface thoroughly with a damp cloth to make sure it is totally clean.
- For best results, apply one or preferably two coats of acrylic water-based primer for wood towards the grain direction.
- Let the primer dry, and apply the first coat of water-based acrylic paint, working in the same direction as the grain of the wood.
- Allow to dry thoroughly and the next day smooth using very fine-grit sandpaper and apply a second coat.
- Finally, add the knobs and your furniture is ready to use.
Tips
- Paint with water-based paints
- Follow the manufacturer's instructions
- Avoid painting at low or high ambient temperatures (<10oC or > 35oC)
- Avoid painting when the humidity is high (> 55%)
- Take extra care when painting indoors, ensuring good ventilation in the room
INTERIOR DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
dash design completes J House in Greenwich, CT: Region’s premier boutique resort and dining destination reflects modern Greenwich living with a retro twist.
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