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Home Decor Tips that You Cannot Miss

Published by Clive Braude on 3rd Mar 2016

Grow your own furniture with just a dash of water

While you may have carrots popping up in your garden or strawberries beginning to ripen on the vine, I bet you've never considered growing your own outdoor furniture?

With just a splash of water, one can now grow their very own backyard chairs and tables, thanks to Israeli designer, Itay Kirshenbaum. The unique project is designed to "promote community and collaboration, encouraging users of all ages to help each other build the garden stools and table."Nat Garun – Digital Trends

How to clean a microfiber couch

Let's face it; the combination of pets, children and microfiber can result in some pretty unsightly stains on your family couch. This is especially true if it is lighter in colour. But like the old adage goes, 'there's no use crying over spilled milk' – even if said milk ends up on your microfiber sofa.A white sponge and white bristle brush are vital tools in ensuring there is no colour transfer onto the couch when scrubbing. Pour rubbing alcohol in the spray bottle and saturate stained area. 551 East Furniture Design

How to take care of leather furniture

Sleek, stylish and inviting –there's no doubt about it that the leather couch trend is here to stay. A leather sofa will take centre-stage in your living room, which is why you'll want to keep it in tip-top condition for many years to come with these tips: a) clean regularly with dry cloth and vacuum corners; b)do not use lots of water, cleaning solvents, soaps or ammonia; c)use a leather conditioner that is appropriate and in right quantity; d) keep leather away from direct sunlight and the fireplace; e) take extra care of your favourite spot . fresh home Design & Architecture

Seven gadgets for the ultimate connected living room

The living room has been through many transformations over the past decade –and we're not just talking about decor trends. Nowadays, the living room is more than just a place to visit with friends and family or curl up with a book or movie. It's quickly becoming totally connected thanks to these seven handy gadgets. Christina Warren – Mashable

Design lesson: Choose an area rug

If you're looking to give your living space a mini facelift for summer, a beautiful area rug can help freshen up any room in your home as well as add an air of sophistication and style.Pattern, function and size are three components to keep in mind when making the purchase. Here's the scoop on what you should know beforehand. Kimberley Seldon – Style at Home

Doc is a sofa that turns into a bunk bed

Like Will Ferrell said in Step Brothers, bunk beds "leave so more room for activities." And since many homeowners are tight on living space, this sofa/bunk bed made by Resource Furniture is certainly worth a second look. Cool Things