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My French Country Exterior Paint Colours; Before & After -
Here's the reveal of my exterior paint colours, how I chose them and why you might be missing the most important curb appeal choice.
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Stop Making this Lighting Mistake: Dining Room Before & After - Before and After
In case you needed more permission to skip the recessed lights, here's the real way to create atmosphere along with fabulous styling tips.
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Are Black Windows the Right Choice for your New Build?
Black windows with a white exterior and interior is the hottest trend going at the moment, but are they right for your new build? Are they Classic and Timeless? Keep reading to find out. #newbuild #newconstruction #newhome #blackwindows
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How to choose paint colour for historic exterior home
My dear eDesign clients had worked hard to restore the home to its original charm with careful attention to making historically appropriate selections. And finally, they wanted to give the exterior an update with a new cedar roof, fresh paint and new cobblestone pavers prior to selling.
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Do's and Dont's for Painting Your Doors Black | Colour Expert Advice
Are you thinking of painting your doors black? Here is some colour expert advice to help you decide with the do�s and don�ts for painting your doors black.
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Follow this guide to make decorating decisions
It's tempting to put off making any colour decisions to keep your options open longer. However, committing to limitations creates freedom.
It's easy to get the impression that 12 by 24 tile is the answer to all your tiling needs, here's why I would avoid it.
Don't install this tile
It's easy to get the impression that 12 by 24 tile is the answer to all your tiling needs, here's why I would avoid it.
Discover my tips for styling windowless rooms, adding light, and making quick, impactful updates—even when a project spills into other rooms!
Decorating a Windowless Room
Discover my tips for styling windowless rooms, adding light, and making quick, impactful updates—even when a project spills into other rooms!
Move over white oak, it looks like rich, dark wood tones are trending again. Are you here for it? Or would you rather skip it?
Wondering if rich, darker wood tones are timeless?
Move over white oak, it looks like rich, dark wood tones are trending again. Are you here for it? Or would you rather skip it?
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Decorating with Beige Walls
It's so easy to make the mistake of combining beige with taupe so that your room looks off. It's even easier to make this decorating mistake.
Revealing our new colour drenched sunroom that serves as our dining room. After testing several greens this is the one!
My Colour Drenched Dining Room Reveal! - Before and After
Revealing our new colour drenched sunroom that serves as our dining room. After testing several greens this is the one!
a bathroom with a sink, mirror and wooden dresser in the middle of the room
The Best Classic and Timeless Finishes for a Cheap Bathroom Reno
White Bathroom | The Best Classic and Timeless Finishes for a Cheap Bathroom Reno
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4 Ways to Decorate Around Your Charcoal Sofa - Maria Killam
4 Ways to Decorate Around Your Charcoal Sofa | Maria Killam | True Colour Expert | Decorator
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Outdoor Vignette on my Patio: Before & After - Maria Killam
Outdoor Vignette on my Patio: Before & After | Maria Killam
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10 Must-Know Renovation Decisions
Are you renovating? There are sooooo many decisions to be made and it’s absolutely CRITICAL to know what needs to be considered first.That’s why I’ve created this step-by-step video guide to help you navigate the process with confidence and clarity!