So your curtains have seen better days. The good news is that you don’t have to throw them away to rot in a landfill. After you’ve bought brand new curtains from Half Price Drapes, consider these ideas for recycling your old curtains. You can’t simply toss them in your recycling bin Though there are likely a few exceptions, most curbside recycling programs don’t accept textiles. As a result, you can’t just throw them into your bin. Check with your local city rules to see if there is a … [Read more...] about How to Recycle Your Old Curtains
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Balance Your Couch and Your Curtains
Balancing your décor requires you to find the perfect curtains that match your couch. Your living room is likely one of the most used rooms in your house so be sure to take the time to find the perfect pairing. By following just a few steps and tips, you could have a home that feels like it was designed by a professional decorator. Determine the overall style The first thing to do is to take a close look at the room and determine what the overall style is. It may be traditional, romantic, … [Read more...] about Balance Your Couch and Your Curtains
5 Fast Decorating Tips
Are you ready to create a living space you’re excited about? Are you at a loss at how to start? At Half Price Drapes we’ve worked with many homeowners in your situation. That’s why we came up with these five fast and easy decorating tips to get your inspiration going. 1. Seating is important If you have seating that doesn’t allow for conversation then you’re going to end up with a lack of communication when family and friends come over. The best idea is to arrange all parts of your seating so … [Read more...] about 5 Fast Decorating Tips
Unique Ways to Tie Your Living Room Together
You do want your home to look put together but you don’t want it to match too much. This can be an especially difficult balance to strike in the living room. That’s why we’ve come up with some unique ways to tie your living room together. They allow you to utilize different fabrics, patterns, and colors while still ensuring it has an overall cohesive feel. Don’t try clean things that don’t need to be dry cleaned Many people assume that if a piece of clothing has a tag that says “dry clean” … [Read more...] about Unique Ways to Tie Your Living Room Together
Interior Design Trends for Summer 2016
It seems like spring just began and yet interior designers are already gearing up for their summer showcases. We took a look at what some of the top designers are coming out with to give you an idea of what style secrets you can expect to be revealed in the upcoming season. French Country This is a trend that’s never really gone out of style but we’re seeing a lot more interest in it these days. From waxed and weathered painted furniture to sunny, yellow curtains, this is a simple, sweet … [Read more...] about Interior Design Trends for Summer 2016
Are Tiles Making a Comeback?
Decorating with tiles is an excellent way to add color and a bold look to any room. Paint is an easy fix, and though wallpaper is better than it used to be, it’s still tricky. These days designers are turning to rediscovering the exceptional qualities of tile. There are many new options in both shapes and textures. Many people think that tile is just a boring thing to put on the floor but the reality is manufacturers are getting more playful with options. In fact, one designer claims that not … [Read more...] about Are Tiles Making a Comeback?