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The article from Southern Living provides expert tips for maintaining a clean and welcoming home for guests during the holiday season. The experts recommend deep cleaning one month before, addressing less frequented spots a week before, and focusing on main areas the day before hosting guests. The article emphasizes creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere without stressing over potential judgments on the home. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents bed-and-bath decorations in a home in Memphis, Tennessee. The softness factor is enhanced in the bedroom with draperies hung across two walls with windows. An upholstered headboard is run across the entire wall. The dressing area is separated from the bedroom by fixed panels. Symmetry is the key in the master bath.

Suggests several ways on how to find more space in the bathroom. Installation of a wall-mounted cabinet above the toilet; Metal rack for extra towels; Additional chests and cabinets.

The article offers tips on how to furnish home bathrooms. It suggests that a chair or a small ottoman should be present in the bathroom. When displaying framed photos, perfumes and other toiletries, the article advises homeowners to use inexpensive whatnot. It recommends the use of an inverted parasol as ceiling fixture to add softness and diffused light.

The article offers tips for designing and decorating the bathroom. It is advisable to use glass tile to bring sparkle to the room because its reflective properties add splahes of light. It is best to choose thoughtfully placed task lighting such as sconces and water-resistant can lights and not fluorescent light in the shower.

Focuses on the use of bold colors for the interior decoration in a small space bathrooms. Attraction of Roman shades; Details of the style; Replacement of fixed shower door.

The article looks at home decoration efforts of Lucy and Jim Gillis in their Athens, Georgia, home. The decoration of several rooms is reviewed, including the living room, the master bedroom, and the kitchen. The author also comments on the antiques used to decorate such rooms at the guest room and the bathroom.

The article examines the design of a secondary hall bath of a house in Montevallo, Alabama. It includes a description of the key features of the hall bath's design, as well as information on its color palette, tiles, furnishings and other decorative pieces. Also cited are the issues' implications for interior decoration.

The article offers tips on how to decorate a bathroom. The author recommends pairing the solid black and white colors with patterns and a hip accent color. She also suggests using metals to blend black and white and using plumbing fixtures and shower surrounds to finish with metals. Information on where to purchase several bathroom accessories is provided.

The article features the interior of a bathroom decorated by designer Cindy Lee in Texas. It has a tranquil color palette mixing the shades of blue and crisp white. Lee pulled in a floral-print rug instead of an ordinary white bath mat. Inside her closet are washer and dryer. Her detergent and fabric softener were kept in wire shelves on the sidewalls.

The article offers tips on how to beautify one's vanity using fabrics. One is advised to attach a stylish skirt around the sink and a durable textured fabric to hide stains. One should measure first the distance around the vanity and from the countertop to the floor before buying fabrics. Hem the edges of the fabrics or fuse them using no-sew webbing. If one wants a crisp corner, iron all the edges before fastening the skirt and finish it with cheaper trim attached with double-sided fabric tape.

The article describes the Thunderbird Inn, located in Savannah, Georgia. An updated look is offered in the inn's 42 guest rooms. Bathrooms still have the old tubs and showers, but new tiles and chrome fixtures have been added. High-speed Internet access is provided in the rooms together with telephones, televisions and refrigerators.

The article offers tips on the use of shower curtains as window treatment in bathrooms. The yellow chenille shower curtains have tie-backs made from houndstooth fabric and the curtain hooks from gingham ribbon. The curtains' denim buttons are available in most fabric stores. According to the article, the curtains echo the cherry color of the walls, while the details draw visual power from the black-and-white floor.

The article features the interior decoration of the bathroom of Ann Brock at her home in Jackson, Mississippi. Interior designer Ann Carter created an airy look using artwork as the accessories of the bathroom. To achieve the airy bath, she chose iridescent glass mosaic tile for the tub surround and sink backsplash, bone white limestone for the floor and vanity top, and ivory paint shades for the cabinetry and walls.

The article discusses how the homeowners make over their bathroom in one weekend. The wife had pulled down the peeling wallpaper by saturizing it with a stripper, while the husband brought the kids to the park. Then, she painted the wall with a bright orange inspired by one of the stripes in the shower curtain. On the second day, the husband fixed the electrical wiring until the new lights were installed, while the wife escorted the kids to the zoo. After that, he started fixing the old faucet.

The article features the interior design of a master's bathroom. The icy blue and shades of cream paint of the bathroom give a minty-fresh ambience of the area. The creamy color with warm undertones is used on the beaded-board wainscot and trimwork to balance the blue upper walls and to keep the bath from feeling cold and sterile. Adding soft elements such as a braided rug or an ottoman projects the bathroom's welcoming ambience.

The article presents the latest update in color combination for bathroom decoration. The author suggests that white is an accent color in the bathroom instead of the main hue. The bright white is appropriate for sink and tub with a few accessories for added variation. The combination of colored tiles, placing it all the way up to the ceiling can also extends the space visually.

The article presents tips for creating great looks and simple patterns with ceramic tiles for bath. It was suggested to flip through magazines of bath design for the selection of colors, shapes and sizes. It is also important to consider consulting someone in retail flooring or an interior design for the tile layout. Layouting pattern ideas on graph paper or a sketch of the designer could also help. Lastly, is to get help online to calculate the amount of tiles and grout required.

The article presents some impressive quick-change decorating ideas of homeowners Terry Council and Josh Baker in their bathroom in Tampa, Florida. The homeowners designed it with the bowl sinks, magnifying mirrors and green tile and paint color because they wanted to have a European hotel feel. Some ways to redo the bathroom is through designing it with a dramatic vanity, adding interest to walls by hanging a small shelf that gives more storage and display space, picking a relaxing paint color and using ceramic knobs instead of metal ones.

Provides tips for improvement of the lighting features of one's bathroom. Addition of a chandelier or large hanging light; Suspension of a small pendant lights; Provision of more windows to bring in the most sunlight.

Provides tip for enhancing one's small bathroom. Suitability of pedestal sinks in small bathroom; Need to try a festive tone in the small space; Provision of period-style, glass-block window.

Focuses on the remodeling of a bathroom by kitchen and bath designer Cyndy Cantley. Theme of the design; Structural changes made on the bathroom's interior; Decorations and ornament added.

Features a bathroom in New Orleans, Louisiana, that uses decorative tiles to create a sunny area. Color scheme; Towel decoration.

Presents a house plan designed by Frank Betz Associates Inc. Architectural layout for the 1st and 2nd floor; Sizes of living areas; Total number of bedrooms and bathrooms; Types of rooms included in the design; Facade description; Customization suggestions; Prices for the working drawings.

Cites several strategies for improving the interior image of a bathroom. Importance of planning to address the impact of changes including storage and fixture location; Suggestion to reuse existing plumbing lines; Importance of choosing the right color to accentuate the room's ambience.

Explains how homeowners Merv and Danny Baldecchi designed their small-sized master bathroom in a way that maximized the available space. Owners' use of the original plumbing connections to keep expenses under control; Room accents and fixtures; Customization of the countertop.

Focuses on the transformation of a rarely used study/bedroom in a house in Pensacola, Florida in to a master bathroom. Reconfiguration of the bathroom doorway; Room layout; Selection of design details.

Features the bathroom in Donna Daugherty's house in Savannah, Georgia. Original function of the claw-foot bathtub; Architectural style of the house; Antique furnishings and accessories in her bathroom.

Provides tips for refitting furniture for the bathroom. Consideration of putting an old furniture in the bathroom; Preparation of the antique dresser and cabinet for a makeover; Addition of decorative finishing touches.

Presents tips to prevent children's accidents in a mini water park in the yard. Placing the hose out of pathways; Best beverage for keeping the children hydrated; Having an extra tubes of lip and body sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or higher on hand; Laying rubber-backed rugs from the door to the bathroom to catch drips and prevent slipping on uncarpeted floors.

Presents suggestions for updating a bathroom. Maximizing existing materials; Incorporation of two complementary colors on the walls and in the fabric; Integration of old and new materials.

Focuses on the renovation of John and Wendy Huhn's bathroom in their U.S. southern region home. Original architectural design of the bathroom; Efforts to create a more spacious bathroom; Storage and display features; Concept of interior designer Jennifer Haddock.

Describes the renovation of an outdated bathroom. Renovation goals; Repair of walls; Choice of ceramic tiles.

Describes the renovation of the bathroom of a Southern home. Choice of shower curtain; Sink remodeling; Wall finishing.

Describes the design of a guest bath in a home in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Bath design by Jim Strickland, a residential designer; Natural elements used for the bath; Storage areas in the room.

Describes the design of a bathroom with a mountain retreat theme. Glass blocks and window to allow light; Painted basins; Dark curving lines of the faucets and handles.

Suggests the use of river stones to boost the natural charm of a neutral master bath. Natural materials and neutral colors; Color scheme; Textural interest.

Features the design of a master bathroom by architect Richard Black in the U.S. Floor area; Variety of fixtures; Physical arrangement of the tub and shower.

Presents the interior decoration for a master bath. Role of wood in the addition of character; Use of milk paint finish to give walls an aged look; Installation of a pair of pedestal sinks and a claw-foot tub; Provision of additional storage from simple marble shelves mounted above each sink; Expansion of space by large plate-glass mirrors hung above the sinks.

Presents the decoration for a bathroom for girls in Midland, Texas. Use of decorative trim in the shape of triangles; Use of bright pink and green color schemes; Selection of wallpaper with pink stripe and green check that looks handpainted; Replacement of standard knobs with monogram embossed and flower shaped.

Features the bathroom of Chuck and Sally DePaolo. Design of the bathroom; Materials used.

Focuses on the design of Kathy and Dennis Kehoe's bathroom. Use of wood floors; Cabinet; Introduction of a splash of fabric to balance all the wood. INSET: MAINTAINING WOOD FLOORS IN THE BATH..

Suggests several ways of interior decoration. Construction of a master bathroom at the top of a bungalow; Bathing amenities that can be added to the master bathroom; Creation of an interior window in a house.

Features a bathroom in the 1920 bungalow of Lisa Poole. Design of the bathroom; Materials used for an old fashioned design; Tips in acquiring a vintage look. INSET: GET THE LOOK..

Focuses on a powder room vanity that includes a pullout step for children. Design of the vanity by homeowners Karen and Dru Adams for the downstairs bathroom at their home in Richmond, Virginia; Enabling of children to slide out the step and stand on it to reach the sink; Elimination of the need for a step stool.

Shares some tips on renovating a bath on a budget. Planning; Smart shopping; Deciding on a look.

Presents ideas in interior designing of bath room area in the house of Nancy and Steve Dilger in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Accents of interior decorations by Judy Pickett; Choice of neutral color scheme for the couple; Importance of details and imagination in decoration of the room.

Presents a mom and daughter team transforming the weary decoration to a sport and youthful bathroom. Removal of the bulky cabinetry; Interpretation of innovative ideas; Change of pink wall tile with breaded-board paneling.

Presents interior decoration ideas for guest bath. Details of remodelling of three small baths; Use of utility shelf between the sink and medicine cabinet; Designs of the small powder room; Features the personal accessory kits and make-up bags.