The primary issue with trendy interior paint colors is that they are, well, trendy. To stay in vogue you might need to paint again in a few years. This beautiful Los Angeles apartment is both stylish while also transcending passing trends. Black and white is a sleek, modern color combination that simply isn't going anywhere.
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Flatscreens are fab - until you try to design a space around it. Custom TV framing blends your screen into your room seamlessly, thanks to the hundreds of styles available.
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All-white kitchens are all the rage! This gleaming example has custom white shaker-style cabinets, white subway
tile with colored grout and white quartz countertops.
{Rebecca Rollins Interiors 367-4394}



Ants? Clean, Caulk and Use Scents
An easy way to make sure the ants don't come in is to keep the kitchen area as clean as possible. Set small bait stations to eliminate the scouts before they invite the rest of the colony. Wipe surfaces with a solution that is equal parts vinegar and water. The scent and taste of the vinegar will deter ants from entering, or staying, inside. Caulk any areas of your home where there are cracks that ants can enter. This only takes a short time and will provide a barrier between the outside world and your home. Sprinkle coffee grounds around the perimeter of your home to deter ants from getting too close. Ants still an issue? Hire a professional exterminator that uses a three-zone (Yard, perimeter, interior!) plan to eliminate your pest problem.
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Retrofit windows from Milgard beautify and increase the curb appeal of your home, but even more impressive are the energy savings. Free in-home estimates are available.
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Decorative drawer pulls are a simple home improvement that add a custom touch to your space.
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One of the newest materials available are graphic tiles. These unique tiles can be used for flooring, backsplashes, walls, accent pieces and more. They come in a multitude of colors, shapes, sizes and designs. They are great for a kitchen backsplash when paired with a more-simple quartz.
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What you don't want to miss in your next kitchen remodel: Custom wood pullouts with adjustable shelves!
{Woodward Kitchen & Bath 251-3865}