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From Blog to Book.

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BlogBook

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Contents

1 2013 5

1.1 October . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Eco-Friendly Furniture: an Introduction (2013-10-15 11:52) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

New England Furniture: How it got its name (2013-10-16 14:57) - HFR. . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5 Courier Nightmare Stories that put most to shame (2013-10-22 09:39) - HFR . . . . . . . 20

How to Save Energy and Money in your Home 2013 - Infographic (2013-10-23 13:58) - HFR 25

Furniture from recycled Wooden Pallets (2013-10-24 12:26) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

1.2 November . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Light Shadow Trick - Interior Bright Ideas (2013-11-01 11:05) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

How to Shabby Chic Furniture (2013-11-02 15:42) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

How to Clean Wood and Care for Wooden Furniture (2013-11-06 13:21) - HFR . . . . . . . 36

Home Makeover - Interior Design Room Ideas (2013-11-08 13:54) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Hot Winter Trends for a Cool Interior (2013-11-19 11:17) - HFR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46How to distress furniture and its uses (2013-11-21 10:58) - HFR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Home Library - an idea for a spare room (2013-11-22 10:29) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Achieving an Upcycled Home Decor (2013-11-25 10:10) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

New England Style in your own home (2013-11-28 10:11) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

1.3 December . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Declutter your home with smart storage solutions (2013-12-10 14:47) - HFR . . . . . . . . . 69

Top tips for the ideal Living Room Layout (2013-12-17 16:14) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Iconic Screen Furniture of the last 50 Years - Infographic (2013-12-20 12:11) - HFR . . . . . 76

2 2014 79

2.1 January . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Delightful design ideas for decorating bookshelves (2014-01-06 11:08) - HFR . . . . . . . . . 81

Drop-dead gorgeous Dining Table Decoration (2014-01-08 11:40) - HFR . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Maximise your space with clever open living room ideas (2014-01-10 14:38) - HFR . . . . . 87

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Chapter 1

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1.1 October



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1.1. October BlogBook

Eco-Friendly Furniture: an Introduction (2013-10-15 11:52) - HFR

Since the 1990s where mutterings of global warming and climate change had become increasingly talkedabout, people have been looking for any way in which they can help the environment. From energy savinglight bulbsto compost heaps at the bottom of the garden, there is almost an endless amount ofways to carefor the planet through everyday objects and processes, so why should furniture be any different?

Origins of Eco-friendly Furniture

The first real signs of recycling materials for craftsmanship came from the early part of the 20 th Centurywhere the famous artist Pablo Picasso (below) began to create collages from old newspapers and other usedmaterials. This theme of recycled materials has grown significantly up to 2013 with whole wardrobes anddressers being crafted from used materials as well as being significantly better for the environment.

[1] PabloPicasso Painting a Fish onto a Plate from Brut Cake Creative Concept Site

Source: Image by Brut Cake on their [2]website

What to look for:



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Ranging from reclaimed wood such as timber and pineto bamboo and metal, there are plentyofeco-friendlyresourcesto make a widerange ofproducts. An example would be the[3]Amerlin Recycled Boatwood CoffeeTable with Shelf (pictured below) which is constructed from 100 % reclaimed materials. The frame is puttogether with reclaimed steel that has been slightly brushed whilst the main body is recycled hardwood,mainly from old fishing boats.

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When looking at eco-friendly or green furniture it is important to make sure the wood is actually re-cycled and if not it is best to look for products crafted from bamboo as this is not a threatened wood andthereis an abundance of iton planet earth. It is alsoimportant tolook atwheretheitem has been producedand where the materials are from. The most environmentally friendly products are those whose materialshave been sourcedlocally, however some of the most charming pieces ofeco-friendly furniture are unique dueto the exotic wood that is used, making them better for the environment than a general brand new piece ofoak furniture.



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[5] A pho

tograph showing a room that has used reclaimed and eco-friendly furniture.

Source: Image from [6]Stagetecture

One more tip I will leave you with is to always try and keep old furniture, especially if it can be dis-assembled easily and each material separated. This is because it looks like eco-friendly furniture has earnedits right to stay topical and popular in the foreseeable future due to its character, durability and needless tosay, its environmentally friendly aspect.



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Next time you are looking into getting new furniture, please do have a look around for eco-friendly furniture

as you may be pleasantly surprised at the range and charm of the products on offer and although you wontbe savingthe planet single-handedly you will be making animpact into combating climate change and globalwarming.

Interesting Infographic



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Infographic from: [9]http://www.neo-environmental.co.uk/

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New England Furniture: How it got its name (2013-10-16 14:57) - HFR

A quick Google search of the term New England suggests it is only known as a North-Eastern region ofthe USA, in particular the highly popular American Football Team, the New England Patriots. Howeveraddingthe word Furniture to that searchterm unlocks a door to a new interpretation ofNew England, onethat is designed to capture the charm and characteristics of this historic region.

[1] NewEngland Kitchen Design by Julie Warburton on the HFR Blog

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Origins of New England Furniture

New England furniture is thought to have got its two major characteristics from the climate of the NewEngland region. As this vast area spans over 500 miles, it is unsurprising to hear that it experiences a widerange of climates. The North experiences humid conditions along with long winters consisting of heavy snowand freezing temperatures. Alternatively the South has the same humidity but with shorter winters andlonger summers, often resulting in summer thunderstorms.



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[4] Aphoto of Winter in New England showing where the whiteness of the furniture may come from.

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This meant that homes had to be designed and crafted to be able to cope with this distinct battle ofthe elements as snow and thunderstorms occurred up and down the coast as well as inland New EnglandThey had to be sturdy, robust and built to last, especially in these harsh conditions. The same can be said

forNew England Furniture,with one of its mannerismsisto be strong andlonglasting,whichis why it isalways made of solid wood, particularly timber as it is often very durable.

Another distinct characteristic of New England Furniture is that it is almost always white in colour orwhite painted. Again, there are signs to show that this is linked to the heavy snowfall throughout the NewEngland region, particularly in the North. It is also suggested that the colour white resembles the NewEngland coastline where striking whitelighthouses often stand alone against a backdrop ofwhite spray beingthrown around by the Atlantic Ocean. Mypersonal favouritetheory isthatmanyof the churches and chapelsthroughout New England are painted a crisp white, portraying the purity and cleanliness that New England

Furniture also exudes.



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Whatever piece of furniture you are looking for, you are sure to find something with a New England themefromLiving Room,Dining Room and Bedroomfurnitureto accessories such as mirrors. Ideally, New Englandfurniture is utilised in a room with a New Englandthemrunningthroughout but alternatively a single piecesuch asthis elegant [9]Hand Painted 3 Door3 DrawerSideboard(below)willadd charm and character toany traditional or contemporary home.



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[10] A piece ofnew England Fur-niture - a 3 door 3 drawer sideboard available from Home Furniture Range.

I hope this article has given you a quick insight into what is meant by the term New England Furni-

ture and whereit originatesfrom. The key ingredient totake away fromthis is that New England Furnitureis characterised by its pure, white appearance and its sturdiness and ability to last. Personally I think NewEngland furniture has more charm than any other furniture Ive seen, so I cannot recommend it enough.

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[&] For more information of how New England Furniture got its name, please see one of our other blog posts here[&]

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5 Courier Nightmare Stories that put most to shame (2013-10-22 09:39) - HFR

Im sure weve allexperiencedissues with home deliveriesfrom aletter being afew dayslate ora parcelbeingleft outside for all to see, I know I certainly have. However, most peoples experiences would be consideredas excellent service in comparison to some tales. Here are five courier nightmare stories that Im sure havehaunted the customers every time theyve ordered something since.

[1] Animated picture of a typical Courier Ser-vice Van - HFR Blog

Courier Nightmares:

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We will dive straight in at the deep end with probably one of the most extreme cases I have ever read aboutconcerning a courier issue. During the run-up to Christmas one year, a driver for a very well known courierfirm faked his own kidnapping in order to steal 205 parcels! Not only did he steal over 13,000 worth ofproducts, he also wasted almost 100 hours of police time but was subsequently jailed for a mere 32 weeks.Not only this but the delivery firm could only identify around 100 of the parcels and could not even find outwhere the others had originally come from!



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[2] Picture depicting courier driverin Prison - HFR Blog

Source: Information from [3]HDNL

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Another horror story, this time on the other side of the globe in Australia, showing you that issues canoccur wherever you order your items. Setting the scene, the customer was having an expensive piece o

electrical equipment delivered and had received an email and call to say it had been dispatched, althoughtheirwebsite wasntworkingtotracktheitem. They received a call to say itwould be deliveredthe nextdayand unfortunately the customer was out at the time they came so expected it to be delivered again, eventhough they had left clear instructions to leave it with someone in the sales office of their apartment.

The next day came and the customer had left really specific instructions to make sure it was deliveredsuccessfully. However they spent from 9.30am to 1.00pm being called by the courier firm and the driver andhaving to call back multiple times as the firm or driver were not picking up. The driver eventually answeredand spokein an aggressiveloud mannerabouthow he willdeliverwhenit is convenient forhim,giving a

time of 3.30pm and stating he will not leave it with anyone else, despite the customer saying it was ok.

At 3.50pm, 20 minutes after the driver said he would be there, he turned up and gave them their item alongwith someone elses parcel, asking the customer to deliver it to another apartment within the building! Thisis baffling on its own, let alone after the driver himself said he would not leave their parcel with anyone elsefor security reasons always best to know your neighbours!



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Source: Information from [4]Exceptional Customer Service

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One customer came home to find the standard letter of we attempted to deliver your item but you werentin and that the parcel had been left in a safe place (the customers recycling bin at the end of their backlaneway) Usually this would have been fine if the customers bin had been in their garden but the reason itwas at the end of the lane was because it was a collection day! When the customer went to get the parcel,they expected the worst and sure enough the bin was empty, recycling and the parcel gone. Fortunately thecustomer was given a full refund, which is the least the courier/supplier could have done.

[5] Wheelie Bin depicting theCourier Nightmare Story above

Source: Information from [6]BBC NEWS

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This nextstoryhas probablyalreadycaught youreyeinthe pastas avideo of itachieved 200,000 viewersin one day on YouTube, certainly earning the courier firm some publicity. It shows a delivery driver for arenowned courier firm strolling upto a gated propertyand launching a boxedTV monitor over the wall withsome force, then casually walking back to his van and away to his next delivery. What makes this actionworse isthat the customer was actually home and was awaiting delivery but the driver didnt even bother toring the bell on the gate and instead delivered the item with his own highly unorthodox method!

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Finally, a short and simple story. The parcel was givento arandom passerby inthe customers street, simplybecausethey saidthey werethe customers neighbour and alwaystook delivery of their parcels. The passerbyand parcel were never seen again by the customer.

[9] A busy street similarto where this Courier Nightmare occured

Source: Information from: [10]BBC NEWS

Fortunately, stories like these occur once in a blue moon and actually cheered me up from any minordelivery issues I had experienced. At Home Furniture Range, ourselves and our excellent courier companywork together to make sure you do not experience even the slightest of issues with your delivery and arealways on hand to help on the off chance that something does go wrong.

I hope these stories have made you smile in the same way they did for me and thank you for takingthe time to read this.

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How to Save Energy and Money in your Home 2013 - Infographic (2013-10-23 13:58) - HFR

We love to care for the environment and this Super Handy Infographic from [1]Rix shows multiple waysto save energy and money to help both the environment and your wallet. It provides a simple and stylishoverview of energy saving tips for your house as well as all of the major rooms.

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Furniture from recycled Wooden Pallets (2013-10-24 12:26) - HFR

We lovedthe creativity of this [1]youtube user, who have used recycled wooden palletsto produce a stunningbedroom backdrop with minimal work and money. Surprisingly simple yet highly effective, you could takethis even further with various varnish/paint effects as well as experimenting with other materials in otherrooms and even with different shades of wood to add to the reclaimed look. Not only appealing on the eye,this piece is also eco-friendly and great for the environment as well as your bank account.

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Light Shadow Trick - Interior Bright Ideas (2013-11-01 11:05) - HFR

Do you have a constant shadow appearing on your lampshade and want to get rid of it? We have had thesameissuerecentlybut found a simple solutionto get rid of thelightshadow withinyour lampshadefromthe famous interior designer; Rebecca Robeson from California.

Light Shadow TrickWithinthevideo below, Rebecca teaches us a valuabletrickif you have alamp with a clear light bulb asthisis what casts the shadow, not the lampshade.

She shows you what happens when you put a clear light bulb in a lamp, as you can see the linethat she points out in the video.

[1] Rebecca points out the shadow within the lampshade

This line is not what you think it is as you might think it is the seam in the lamp shade but asshe shows you in the video, it is not.

The seam can be moved around the lampshade but the line just stays there because its a shadow.A shadow that is created as a result of that light bulb.

[2] Showing the stationary Light Shadow next to the moveableseam

Now watch as Rebecca takes the clear light bulb out and replaces it with a white frosted bulb. Al-though it doesnt even have to be a frosted bulb it could just be a white bulb.



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[3] Rebecca showing the difference between a clear andfrosted/white bulb

Rebecca shows you the difference with this new bulb and what the lamp looks like as the bulbtakes the shadowing out of the lamp shade and makes the shadow look completely diffused.

[4] Thelightshade withthefrosted bulb,showing noLightShadow

Please see the entire Video below:

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This is a very clever and simple method to rid your lamps of a light shadow. Although Rebeccauses a hallway lamp as her example in this instance, there is no reason to suggest why this trick wouldntwork on other lampshades if a shadow was occurring. For example, you may wish to use a frosted bulb onyour [5]bedside table lamp or even from your ceiling lampshades.

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really makes sense to make use of Rebeccas knowledge and follow this tip.

If you found this trick helpful, wed love to hear from you so please feel free to leave a comment ortalk to us on [6]Twitter or [7]Facebook.

You can also see more of Rebecca Robesons fantastic ideas and videos by:

viewing her [8]Youtube Account

checking out her [9]profile on the popular Interior Design website [10]Houzz.

following her on [11]Twitter

liking her on [12]Facebook

or by seeing her pins on [13]Pinterest

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How to Shabby Chic Furniture (2013-11-02 15:42) - HFR

We recentlystumbled upon an interesting and helpful video of howto shabby chic furniture by a wonderfuvlogger called Rocky. She gives areally insightful and easy tofollow guide on how to give a piece of furniturethe ever popular shabby chic look. Rocky uses a small table in her actual video, but this technique can betransferred to almost any piece of wooden furniture.

[1] The second-hand table before the work was done to it.

Before we look at the video and process, Rocky has kindly taken the time to introduce herself and hervideo:

Hi, Im Rocky, fashion andlifestylevlogger on youtube:) My channel featureslots ofdifferentvideos from hauls, to lookbooks, DIYs to tags and silly games.Crafty DIY is great fun and can change a bland piece of furniture into a unique feature in yourroom. InthisvideoI showyou howto paintand customise alittletableto giveit that fashionableshabby chic look. Enjoy! x

How to Shabby Chic Furniture

Firstly, here is a list of items that Rocky suggests you will need:

A Piece of Furniture

Sanding Block

Coarse & Fine Sandpaper

Paint (she used a wall and ceiling paint from Wilkinson in the colour Twine)

Paint Brush

Small Screwdriver (optional)

Furniture Wax & Cloth

Fablon (Sticky-back plastic)

Paper

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Scissors

Pen

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The first thing you are going to need is obviously some furniture and Rocky is using a little table thatshe gotsecond handfrom afurniture shop. Asyou can see fromthevideo, itslooking a bitbattered and hasgot some damage on the top as well.

Step 1 of How to Shabby Chic Furniture: Sanding

So, the first thing you are going to want to do is get a sanding block and some coarse sand paper. Wrap thesand paper around the block and start sanding. You can get sand paper and blocks like these at most DIYstores.

You can see the difference between sanded and not sanded in the image below:

[2] Non sanded (Left) and Sanded (Right)

Step 2 of How to Shabby Chic Furniture: Painting

Do this all over the table until all the varnish is sanded off. Then when its all sanded, give it a quick wipedown andyou can startpainting. Rockyused a house paint, the same kind ofpaintshe would use onthe wallsor the ceilings and its from Wilkinson in the colour twine. You want to paint this on using the appropriatebrush size depending on how big your furniture is. Let the first coat dry and then do another coat.

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more antique and distressed. Another thingyou can do to make it look older is to take somefine sand paperonthe same blockyou used earlier and justbuffoffsome of the painton the corners andthe edges, wherethepaint would naturally come off through use. Once youve finished with that, brush off any dust that mighthave fallen.

[3] Painting the legs and frame whilst detailing the grooves

Step 3 of How to Shabby Chic Furniture: Waxing

Then the next thing you do to add a bit of character and protect the furniture is to apply furniture waxTake an old cloth or a piece of fabric, wipe it through the wax then wipe it on to the surface.

Step 4 of How to Shabby Chic Furniture: Adding a Fablon Top

The next thing Rocky does is to cover the top of the table because its got some damage. This would notbe applicable to all pieces but we think it is a wonderful idea regardless of whether it was damaged or notTo do this, Rocky uses fablon also known as sticky back plastic. She measures out the size of the top of thetable and cuts out a template in paper to check that it fits.

When youve done that roll out your fablon and use something to hold down the corners, Rocky hasused SpiceJars. Then put your templateinthe corner, draw aroundit and cut it out. Rocky simplyexplains



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the way fablon works is that it has a film on the back and when you pull that off it is sticky underneath.

When applying it to the top of the table you want to peel and fold a strip of the film backwards, lineitup and slowlypull thefilmfrom underneath, whilst pressing downthefablon asyou go. Whenyouvepulled out all thefilm, rubit down making sureyou get out any air bubbles and making sureit goes into thecorners and the edges.

[4] Pulling back the Fablon whilst smoothing it down

Thats it! Rocky also suggests that you could always add a piece of glass to the top if you wanted to.

Step 5 of How to Shabby Chic Furniture: Enjoy!

[5] Finished piece in place

We really hope you have enjoyed this video and walk through and that it has got your creative juicesflowing. Shabby Chic furniture has becomeincreasinglypopular sincethe1980s andits nothardto see why.The aged look adds so much charm and character to any room, especially when you know youve achieved

the look yourself. So why not give it a go and get inventive, wed love to see any attempts so please feel freeto post theminthe commentsection below or via our [6]Twitteraccountalong with anyothercomments orquestions you may have for us or for Rocky.

Also, if you were a fan of Rockys work and want to check out her other work then please visit her onone of the following links:

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How to Clean Wood and Care for Wooden Furniture (2013-11-06 13:21) - HFR

When purchasing any kind of furniture, it is always helpful to know how to give each piece the best possiblecare whether it is made out of wood, leather or metal as well as various other materials. The basis of thisarticle is to give you tips and tricks on how to clean wood and care for wooden furniture such as Oak, Pineand Timber.

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Before you learn how to clean wood and look after your wooden furniture it is important to know about thewood you are cleaning andtolook to seeif thefurniture had anyspecial instructions about how to clean andcare for it, such as products to avoid using on it.

How to Clean Wood - Wooden Furniture Care

Using Polish

Wax Polish is a very popular method and is readily available. However, this is not essential and should onlybe used if used correctly. Firstly, only wax polish should be used; no spray or silicone polishes and you mustuse the same wax polish every time or you risk ruining your wooden furniture.

Secondly is the actual application of polish. You should only apply wax polish once over a year, or atthe most twice. You should wipe downtheitem with a damp cloth and apply a small amountofpolish using



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a duster,brush orcloth. Afterapplyingthe polish,dontwait too longto wipe the surface with a clean brushor cloth as it may be harder to polish off and could leave marks.

[2] An example ofpolishing wood with acloth

Image Courtesy of [3]Planet Forward who also show an eco-friendly way to make your own wax polishhelping to save you money and the environment.

Dusting

Although Polishing is helpful yet not essential, it is very important that you at least dust and clean yourfurniture, preferably once a week. It can be dusted with an average cloth and then cleaned with a cloth thathas been in warm water and a small amount of dish soap. However, be careful not to drench the cloth, itshould be damp/moistbutnotsoaking. Finallyany tightgaps orcrevices use an oldtoothbrush orpaintbrushto get into these harder areas.

General Care

Other things to think about include keeping furniture out of direct sunlight whenever possible to avoid

any fading or long lasting damage and to use fabrics, coasters and cloths when placing anything upon yourfurniture. These can also add some charm and colour to your home as well as protectingyour furniture fromplates, ornaments, drinks or vases leaving a mark.

Finally,be careful with certain objects aroundyourwoodfurniture andtry to avoid heat, chemicals andsharp objects. This caninclude, hot drinks, alcohol, solvents, plastic andyou should alwayslift itemsinsteadof sliding them along wooden furniture.



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[4] Tableshowing coasters and napkins protecting the wood

The above table is the [5]Lulworth ExtendingDining Table also available with [6]multiple chair options. It

shows how you can use coasters, plates and napkins to protect your oak tops.

Summary

We hope you enjoyed this piece on how to clean wood and wooden furniture care as well as picking upa few handy tips. Keep your eyes on this blog in the near future for similar guides on how to clean and carefor leather, metal and glass furniture.

However, if there is any other information you would like on furniture care in the meantime, or any specificissues you may have e.g. a certain stain then please dont hesitate to ask us via a comment below oralternatively through our [7]Twitter Account.

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Home Makeover - Interior Design Room Ideas (2013-11-08 13:54) - HFR

Californian Interior Designer Rebecca Robeson spent 8 weeks giving one family a home makeover. Thisarticle shows you the video of the fabulous reveal as well as before and after images and commentary fromRebecca herself.

We hope you enjoy the transformation as much as we did, and even get some inspiration for your ownhome makeover

Home Makeover

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The customers wanted a family friendly home, with a modern twist and traditional style , Using richand sophisticated finishes, fixtures and furniture, it was updated to be the home they were longing for.

Living Room

[1] Living Room: Before

The stuffy livingroom was seldom used,so a cozyconversationalarea was created withfourposterchairs anda Collective set of side tables and a ten foot tall book case. It made the perfect backdrop for light coloredaccessories and paints

Bold geometric patterned window treatments replaced the old traditional draperies creating a first im-pression drama the room was screaming for.



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[2] Living Room: After

Dining Room

[3] Dining Room: Before

The formal dining room had been stuffed with furniture. The china hutch was abandoned and traditional panel mould in a deep espresso finish was added to one wall. This provided the perfect spot for thecommissioned painting of the customers choice

Modern, classic dining room furniture placed beneath the fabulous new chandelier tops this room off as adestination spot for parties and for entertaining.

[4] Dining Room: After

Staircase and Hallway

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The once average staircase and hallway now set a clean and updated transition between the rooms.

[6] Stairway: After

Lounge

[7] Lounge: Before

One thing the house did have was a large family room. It was in fact too large for its existing enter-tainment center. The clients dream of a flat screen television was in serious question.

Firstly the deep pole intended for the tube TV was eliminated and a stone fireplace with a beefy man-tle was created. Hand forged rod iron pieces were incorporated for the windows and bookcases were addedwhich spanned the entire room.

Now the plasma television, oversized sectional sofa and comfy chairs filled the space appropriately. Touchesof brilliant color tied the room together with artwork, pillows, books and accessories.

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Kitchen

[9] Kitchen: Before

Its tough to be excited about an outdated kitchen. Changing the finish on the cabinetry to deep espressobrought the kitchen up to todays standards.

With eight foot tall maple cabinets in a ten foot tall room, dark pieces of art trick the eye into believingthat the cabinets go all the way tothe ceiling ontheleftwhile custom made cabinets ontherightactually

do.

A new pantry door, custom window treatments and a swanky new pendant light dropped over the is-land do the trick for the kitchens mini facelift.

[10] Kitchen: After

Home Office

[11] Home Office: Before

When the client needs to escape from the activities of the family for occasional work at home, the room justoff the living room proved to be the perfect spot.



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With a quiet retreat in mind, Rebecca closed in the wide opening between the two rooms with a cus-tom made arched window and beautifully crafted iron inserts, which still allow light to filter through.

Handsome wood paneling, textured grass cloth wallpaper and a custom made desk, suited the customersspecific needs. Combined with some personal touches, the room is fit for todays executive at home.

[12] Home Office: After

[13] Home Office: After

We really hope you have enjoyed the stunning transformation of this home and have gotten some inspirationor ideas on how to improve your home and give yourself a home makeover.

You can also see more of Rebecca Robesons fantastic designs and videos by:

viewing her [14]Youtube Account

checking out her [15]profile on the popular Interior Design website [16]Houzz.

following her on [17]Twitter

liking her on [18]Facebook

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Hot Winter Trends for a Cool Interior (2013-11-19 11:17) - HFR

Winteroften prompts a desirefor a change ofdecor. Many people chooseto redecorateintimefor Christmaswhereas others see the new year as an opportunity for a fresh look. So what are the key winter trends andhow can you achieve them?

Winter Trends

Sumptuous opulence

Taking inspiration from popular film and television period dramas, the heritage look is most definitely in.Characterised by the use of rich colours and antique-stylefurnishing, thistrendis perfect forbringing atouchof opulence to your home.

Paint walls with rich plums, mossy greens and deep blues to complement dark wooden furniture. Al-ternatively, silk or damask wallpaper make a decadent and dramatic backdrop. Ornately embroidered fabrics

add richness and texture, whether used for sofas, armchairs or curtains.

[1] Example of Green opulence



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Image Courtesy of [2]Real Simple who have even more colour combination tips available.

An elegant chaise longue or loveseat installed in a bay window will make stunning focal point for theroom that reallyencapsulatesthis gorgeoustrend. Thistimeless styleis sumptuously luxurious andindulgent

but also lends itself well to entertaining at Christmas.

Bright whites

For those who prefer a simpler, streamlined style, white interiors are right on-trend. They work brilliantly inany room, from a glossy restaurant-style kitchen to a tranquil spa bathroom. Contemporary white interiorsare simple to create and couldnt be easier to accessorise.

Using white also allows the maximum level of natural light to be reflected around the space, perfect forbrightening your home on dull winter days. This will make small areas feel larger. You could also hangmirrors on walls or over mantelpieces to make rooms seem even more spacious. Neutral walls also make theperfect foil for your treasured canvases or paintings.

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[4]Modern Bedroom by [5]Naples Interior Designers & Decorators [6]Joie Wilson

Keepfurniture minimalist,simple and elegant,with cleanlines and unfussydetails. Chrome,glass orbrushedaluminiumtables and chairs are sleek, stylish and effortlessly chic. Add texture and comfort byusing avarietyofdifferent materials onyour soft furnishings, such asvelvet, satin and silk. Using a palette ofwhiteswill give your home a sophisticated finish that creates a haven of calm.



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Cosy bohemian

If youlike a colourful home that uses eclectic styles, this isthelook for you. Virtually anything goes, as longas it is comfortable and beautiful. These types of winter trends are ideal for busy families as it is easy toachieve and extremely low maintenance and does not require much changing all year round.

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[8]Modern Family Room by [9]Washington Architects & Designers [10]FORMA Design

Bring warmth and colour to each room by being bold with your wall shade. If painting the entire roomred is not your style, just decorate one feature wall in a dramatic colour and keep the others neutral. Usecontrasting fabrics on sofas and scatter cushions to create a cosy and welcoming seating area.

This type of decor is also perfect for displaying your favourite mementos in unusual ways. Drape colourfulkilims on walls or over the back ofsofas, displayprecious shells on a dresser or show offa collection ofquirkyvintage hats by hanging them on the back of a door. Colour and texture should work together to create awelcoming and individual interior that is personal to you.



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[11] Acosy interior with a wide range of mementos oddly presented

The above Interior features the stunning [12]Aspen Natural Dining Table and 6 Faux Skin Chairs availablehere.

Whether your style is chic minimalism, cosy and colourful or elegant opulence, there are some fabulouswinter trends to suit your homeright now. You could also incorporate some of your own ideas with any thatyouve seen here to create a homely individual atmosphere ready for the fast approaching winter.

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How to distress furniture and its uses (2013-11-21 10:58) - HFR

One of the hottest trends right now is distressed furniture. A high-impact look that combines functionalitywith exquisite charm, it is easy to achieve and works well in any room. This quick guide has been createdtogiveyou a quick overview ofdistressed furniture andto give you advice on how to distressfurniture yourself

What is distressed furniture?

Part of the current fashionfor shabby chic and distressed furniture is characterised by its unfinished surfacesgiving it a delightful antique feel. Wooden or metal furniture is artificially aged to give it a lovely vintageappearance, as if it has already been used.

This pre-loved look is extremely fashionable for large pieces such as Welsh dressers, dining tables andchairs, as well as dressing tables and bed frames.

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ample of distressed furniture made from reclaimed materials.

A [2]Dresser / Chest of Drawers that has a distressed look as it is made from reclaimed materials and frommany layers of paint.

How to distress furniture?

The technique usually involves applying coarse sandpaper or steel wool to the item to partially remove thetop layer of paint.

If there is no coating on the surface then one may be applied, allowed to dry and subsequently sanded.To create a really unusual look, several layers of different coloured paint may be used. Distressed furniturecan either be new finished pieces that are then deliberately aged, or furniture that is built using salvaged orreclaimed materials that are already partially worn (Such as the item above).

[3] An ex-ample how to distress furniture by using steel wool to sand off some of the paint.

Photo from[4]Amy Jo Wagner on [5]Morgan Kervins Blog who looks more into making distressedfurniture,below is tips on how to make the most of it.



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Tips on How to use distressed furniture

One of the most delightful aspects of distressed furniture is that it has an easy, relaxed and rustic style thatsuits most homes. Whether using it to create a sumptuous and romantic bedroom or to add character to abustling kitchen, it is an incredibly versatile look.

A distressed dining table makes a dramatic centrepiece for a room. Dress it up with a silk table runnerand candlesfora sophisticatedlook orkeepit fresh andinformalwithjusta bowlofzingy limesinthemiddle. The unusual surface is the star attraction so use place mats instead of a tablecloth to show it off asmuch as possible.

Your living room provides lots of opportunities to incorporate shabby chic or distressed furniture. Dis

play pretty mismatched china plates and teacups on a pale dresser to bring a touch of quirky vintage charmto your home.

[6] An example of distressed furniture and how to add to its charm.

The above picture shows a room full of white distressed furniture, if you wanted to get the distressedlook already and add your own style to it, the [7]Dining Table, [8]Sideboard and [9]Glass Vitrine are all



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available [10]here.

Wooden and metal coffee or occasional tables also respond well to the distressed treatment. Add a dash ofelegantstyletoyourbedroom with a distressed bedframe. Including a delicate mirroredvanity table oreven a chaise longue will complete the opulent effect. The distressing process can also be applied to smalleraccessories, such as mirror and picture frames, coasters and placemats and even curtain poles and decorativefinials.

To give your home instant chic with a quirky twist, try incorporating some distressed furniture. Beau-tiful yet practical, it is a stunning trend that suits virtually any interior.

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Home Library - an idea for a spare room (2013-11-22 10:29) - HFR

Although many of us are turning to e-readers as a convenient way to carry large numbers of books with uswhile travelling, there is nothing to beat the sheer old-fashioned pleasure of curling up in a cosy armchairwith a real page-turner.

While the idea of devoting an entire space to books might seem a little indulgent, it can be a fabulousway to make the most of any spare rooms you may have. Home libraries are becoming increasingly popularnot only as intellectual status symbols but as a place to relax and retreat from the hustle and bustle ofmodern life.

[1] A stunning home library fitting books in where you can.

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Designing your home library

The beautyofbooks is that they can be accommodated in any room, regardless ofshape or size. The easiestway to begin creating a homelibrary isto installa selection ofbookshelves. If your room is an unusualshapethen you may decide to invest in bespoke furniture to maximum efficient use of the space.

When determining how many shelves you will need, an approximate figure can be calculated by allow-ing around onefootofshelving per 10books. Obviously this will vary if your volumes are particularlynarrowor especially over-sized.

Ensure that shelving is deep enough to accommodate larger books. Many bookcases also allow you toadjust the height of the shelves. Store bigger books low down to avoid possible injury when reaching to

retrieve them and remember that it is better to stack very tall books on their sides to avoid damaging theirspines.

[3] An ex-ample of a large modern bookcase perfect for a home library.



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The above bookcase is a perfect example of a piece that would immediately enhance any home libraryand is available [4]here.

Organising your books

Specialist companies can provide you with ready-made libraries of books if you do not have the time or

inclination to source your own. This can be especially useful if you want to build up a collection of booksabout a specialist subject.

There are many different ways to sort and display your volumes. If you have a lot of non-fiction books youcould use a formal classification system such as the Dewey decimal. Alternatively you may choose to groupless rigidly according to approximate subject area. Alphabetical systems are popular, as is sorting by genreof fiction,such as historical, romantic orsciencefiction. From an aesthetic pointof view,grouping bysizeand colour can look very striking.

Finishing touches

You can furnishyour homelibrary in a traditional style, complete with walnut or cherry wood shelving. Adda comfortable leather sofa or pair ofarmchairs along with a small table for drinks and a readinglight. If youhave the option, a real log fire is also a fabulous touch. Soft lighting will add to the atmosphere but makesure there is sufficient illumination by the shelving to allow you to read the titles. For a more modern lookchoose shelves in beech, metal or even glass to keep the room as bright and airy as possible.



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[5] An example ofa home library,with this one being a secret hidden library.

Image Courtesy of [6]Freshome who display 37 home librariesrangingfrom simple ideas to the more extrava-gant to give you some inspiration.

However you choose to furnish your home library, having a dedicated reading space in your home canprovide you with a delightful room where you can lose yourself in a great book time after time.

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Achieving an Upcycled Home Decor (2013-11-25 10:10) - HFR

We all know that we should cut down on the amount of waste we produce and embrace the benefits ofrecycling. This response to an increasingly consumerist society has resulted in one of the hottest trends ininteriors? Upcycling. Using salvaged materials such as wood or glassin your decorating can helpyou createa high-impact, stunning look for your home.

Salvaged treasures for an upcycled home decor

Pieces created from reclaimed or salvaged materials not only look fabulous but are a great example of howyou can make ethical choices and still have fantastic furniture. Using old pieces ofaluminium has a far lowerimpact on the environment than manufacturing new ones.

Supporting companiesthat use salvaged wood preventsfurther deforestation of therainforests, whichin turn

should halt the destruction of so many natural habitats. A large wooden table made from reclaimed timbersmakes a striking centrepiece for any dining room, while unusual sideboards or cupboards made from vintagepieces of metal will be a real talking point and create a delectable upcycled home decor.

[1] An up-cycled sideboard to achieve an upcycled home decor.



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The above is the [2]Eden Large Sideboard upcycled from reclaimed materials perfect for any living ordining room.

You can even use reclaimed materials in your garden. Your local salvage yard will be full of excitingodds and ends and you might find some dramatic statuary or some unusual tiles. Not only do these pieceslook more interesting than generic, mass-produced furniture but they have a story to tell. These uniqueartefacts can bring a real sense of history to your decor, as well as adding texture and drama.

[3] Upcycled furniture can also be used in the garden to add a touch of character

Something old, something new

Upcycling is a design concept where you make some changes to an old or unused item to give it a new leaseof life. You might have an old sofa or unusual chair that you lovethe shape ofbut that doesnt fit withyournew colour scheme.



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Upholstering this in a new fabric and adding some different accessories will give it a facelift and allowyou to fall in love with your favourite piece again. A colourful glass vase could be transformed into a boldlightshade, or you could even try your hand at decoupage on an old bookcase to give it a vibrant twist.

[4] recy-cling fabric to create a new mirror set adding style and character to your home

Cut up old curtains to make new cushion covers or recycle your babys first clothes to create a bespokepatchwork quilt packed full of good memories. Almost any piece of furniture can be upcycled to createsomething new, exciting and, above all, personal to you.

From old railways sleepers and unusual pieces of driftwood to eye-catching fabrics and beautiful nuggets ofglass, there are lots of materials that can be imaginatively used within the home to create a unique anddramatic interior.



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[5] An example of an upcycled piece of furniture made from

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