I have a question for you about air conditioning equipment. Have you ever considered how long you are exposed to a hot summer and a cold winter over the course of a lifetime?

Well lets say you lived to 80 years of age. Simple math would indicate that you have been through about 80 summers and 80 winters. So what am I saying. Well if you look at it another way, you have been uncomfortably exposed to the fickle nature of our environment.

So does the thought of having an air conditioner whether it be a central system or the ever popular wall mounted split system make you feel as if life is better, even a little bit. Realizing that you will be spending nearly 50% that’s half of your existence on this planet in discomfort may make you appreciate that there is something man made that can ease the burden, namely, air conditioning equipment suited to your normal abode and vehicle.

Lets not forget heating shall we.

May I make you aware of another interesting fact. Reverse cycle air conditioning is the most energy efficient form of heating there is, other than the exception of having vast tracts of land where there are ample supplies of wood to burn, there is no better way of warming your home than reverse cycle air conditioning. Especially the inverter type of system which simply means the appliance uses a variable speed compressor in conjunction with variable speed indoor and outdoor fan motors. Confused? No need, there are many experienced mechanics and engineers out there who can either show you or just put their name on paper to guarantee a residential HVAC ( heating ventilating and air conditioning ) unit that will do the job.

Now you have decided that your life will be much better when you install your brand new heating cooling and ventilation equipment…

Where do you start?

Firstly, you need to do some homework. Look around for a reputable company. You want to find someone who will have your interests as their number one priority. Some businesses are dictated to by the manufacturers who supply the machine to them and give them higher discounts as well as holidays and gifts for increased turnover. A company who is looking after you will always give multiple options for you to consider, and these do not always have the lowest price tag. In the air conditioning industry you do pay for what you get.

So to reflect on what you have learned so far.

Consider the environment and look seriously at the reverse cycle systems.

The locally produced product is not necessarily the best.

The inverter type machine has superior capabilities especially for heating.

Choose your contractor carefully.

In HVAC you pay for what you get, low price = low quality.

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Bathroom accessories can make or break a bathroom’s decor. Bathroom accessories come in many styles. Bathroom accessories come in many colors. The careful shopper will take time to choose both the right style and the right color.

Bathroom accessories in lavender are an example. Lavender bathroom accessories can be had in a variety of styles and a variety of hues. You can find bathroom accessories in dainty lavender flowers on pristine white ceramic. You can find bathroom accessories in lavender wicker with chrome, brass, or bronze bases.

As you seek out bathroom accessories in lavender, you will want to ask yourself several questions. These will help you zero in on what you really want before you begin shopping.

1. Color: There are many shades of lavender. Visit a paint store and find the shade you wish to feature. Are you looking for lavender blue or lavender green? You may remember the old lullaby lyrics that begin with the words, “Lavender’s blue, dilly dilly, lavender’s green. When you are king, dilly dilly, I shall be queen.” You may want to copy out the lyrics and frame them for your bathroom wall. Set a theme with them, and combine bathroom accessories in lavender blues and lavender greens.

2. Style: Do you want bathroom accessories in lavender flowers, or in abstract swirls? Do you prefer simple, clean lines, or more ornate designs? Do you enjoy retro purple lavender or watery, pearl lavender?

Think about the color of your walls and floor before you make decisions on your bathroom accessories. Remember the secret to ideal color combinations: the 60-30-10 rule. Use about 60 percent of one dominant color in your bath decor. Use 30 percent of a lesser color. Use only 10 percent of your accent color.

In this case, lavender bathroom accessories will probably comprise your ten percent of accent color. The lavender should go well with the dominant and lesser colors on walls, floors, and fixtures.

Bathroom Accessories in Lavender Flowers

If you prefer flowers, you might want to look for lavender/purple flowers such as the following on bathroom accessories.

1. Lavender itself – flowers from the herb

2. Lavender iris

3. Lavender and yellow pansies

4. Lavender wisteria

5. Lavender lupine

Other Bathroom Accessories in Lavender

Lavender bathroom accessories are available in more than just flowers.

Dragonflies are often depicted in lavender on shower curtains, toothbrush holders, soap dishes, dispensers, and other bathroom accessories.

Whimsical cherubs in lavender, gold, and white are featured in some bathroom accessories. In others, these colors appear on the gossamer gowns and wings of woodland fairies.

Plain lavender bathroom accessories are readily available. The color and style are simple and cooling. They blend well with most bath decors.

Towels and rugs in lavender should match or closely complement the hues used in your other bathroom accessories.

Budget Bathroom Accessories in Lavender

Your budget will go further if you shop garage sales and thrift stores for bathroom accessories in lavender shades. You might want to be creative by selecting objects such as a lavender tumbler or simple vase for a toothbrush holder. Add a lavender dessert dish to hold your soap.

Helpful Tip

When using bathroom accessories in lavender, include a lovely bouquet of dried lavender. Its cool color and relaxing aroma can quickly turn your bath into a luxury retreat.

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When decorating a room it takes several different types of lighting to truly complete the look. In the ideal room, general lighting, task lighting and accent lighting work in harmony to create an overall effect that is comfortable and engaging. For these reasons, serious thought needs to be given to the home lighting design process, especially when it comes to general lighting fixtures. While general lighting fixtures can be decorative and add an element of style to the room, it also needs to be practical and able to handle the majority of your general lighting issues.

General lighting is the ambient lighting that is used to illuminate an entire room. General lighting is normally switch operated and consists of lighting fixtures installed in common rooms such as entryways, bedrooms, and bathrooms.

While some lighting fixtures and other types of general lighting fixtures can be bland and virtually blend away into the surface of the ceiling, other lighting fixtures can make a bold statement or be selected to accent your décor beautifully.

There are many different styles of lighting fixtures to choose from including fixtures that are ideal for home decorating styles such as Mission, Traditional and Contemporary. You can choose from many different color schemes and patterns such as geometric shapes, floral patterns, and Tiffany styled lighting fixtures.

Changing your existing lighting fixtures is probably one of the easiest and least expensive ways that you can spruce up your home décor, and it doesn’t take a genius or a home improvement guru to get it done right. In fact, almost anyone can dramatically change the look of their interior space by changing its existing ceiling fixture, and it only takes a couple of steps.

Here’s how:

1.Shut off the power to the entire room where the fixture is located. If you’re not sure which breaker or breakers control the lighting fixture, turn off the power in the entire house to be on the safe side.

2.Remove the globe or diffuser, and the bulb(s). Remove the screws or the cap nut holding the canopy in place, and drop the fixture down. Disconnect the black and white wires. Check wires for cracks in the insulation.

3.Connect the black and white wires and the ground wire of the new fixture to the wiring in your ceiling, coil them up into the box, and push the canopy into place so the studs poke through. If the unit does not easily push up flush to the ceiling, drop it down and rearrange the wires. Secure the canopy by twisting cap nuts onto the studs.

4.Screw in the bulbs and attach the globe to the canopy. Restore power to the room.

See, changing a ceiling fixture is barely enough to break a sweat, and the effect created by your new ceiling fixture will be noticed right away. So, if you are looking for a way to inexpensively and easily spruce up your décor, perhaps you should add that special design element with new lighting fixtures.

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A hard water filter is a good thing to have if you live in an area with hard water. This type of H20 has high levels of metals, salts, and minerals such as magnesium or calcium. The United States Geological Survey found that only 15% of American homes have what is considered soft H20 – the rest have this more mineralized substance. Drinking it does not appear to pose any health risk; in fact, there is some evidence that the higher levels of minerals it contains makes it beneficial to drink.

Yet many people install hard water filters in their homes, and the reasons are usually more convenience-related than health-related. Overly mineralized H20 builds up mineral deposits on faucets, sinks, tea kettles, and pipes – these deposits clog up faucets and are difficult to remove.

It is also harder to wash clothing, dishes, or yourself in excessively mineralized H20 because soap does not form much of a lather and not all the soap is washed away, usually leaving a film behind. Hair often becomes coarser and skin dryer and itchy when it is not washed in soft H20. All of these reasons make many people install a hard water filter in their homes.

If you are not sure whether you need one of these devices, there is a simple test you can try in order to determine this. Take an ordinary bar of soap, hold it under the faucet, and try to work up a good lather. If you do not produce much foam and lather, you probably do have excessive minerals and metals flowing out of your faucet.

Hard water filters (also called “water softeners”) essentially work a chemical change on H20. The active ingredient is sodium chloride (table salt). This salt activates beads made of ion exchange resin inside the filter, and the resin replaces the hard minerals in H20 with softer minerals such as sodium or potassium. The end product is a soft H20 that rinses away without leaving residue, is gentle on hair and nails, and doesn’t leave annoying mineral deposits on faucets and pots.

A hard water filter by itself only deals with the mineral content of H20 – it does not remove any bacteria or chemicals that might have slipped into the drinking supply. These contaminants are more prevalent than you might think – public water is “treated” but this process usually involves simply running H20 through a sediment filter and adding some chlorine, which is a chemical that does not kill off all microbes and is linked to cancer. What you end up drinking usually contains chlorine, lead, sediment particles, pathogens, and other unsafe and undesirable contaminants.

Because of this, a water-filtration-guide.com/drinking-water-treatment.html hard water filter needs to be used in conjunction with an H20 purifying system that removes all traces of chemicals and bacteria so that what you drink is completely safe. Since the purpose of a hard water filter is only to make sure that H20 creates good lather and doesn’t leave any deposits behind, you may be drinking and bathing in unsafe water if you only use this type of purifier system.

Hard water filters can be a valuable addition to your in-home H20 treatment system. Once you have ensured that your drinking supply has been cleaned of all contaminants, you can then run it through a hard water filter in order to have soft water that doesn’t leave deposits on your pots, clog up your sinks, or make it difficult to wash your hair and skin.

Martin Spencer is a health researcher who has been studying water filtration for over 25 years. He is a regular contributor to water-filtration-guide.com Water Filtration Guide, a site dedicated to various methods of treating and purifying water. Learn more about water-filtration-guide.com/drinking-water-treatment.html hard water filters on our site.

More and more people are looking for exotic hardwoods for their flooring needs, this is because many exotic woods have a rare beauty and durability unlike typical types of wood. Many of them have a richness and warmth that is simply unparalleled, as well as unique markings and lines. If you’re considering buying exotic wood flooring, but don’t know where to begin, here are a few valued exotics on the market…

Exotic Hardwoods:

Amboyna Burl – This is the burl that comes from the narra tree – a tree found mainly in the South Pacific. There are over seventy known species of this large tree, which grows as high as over 80 feet, and boasts a diameter of up to six feet. The burls contain red, black, and gold areas, and Amboyna is prized for its beautiful and unique coloring. It is so prized that it often sells for $20.00 a pound, pricing a board foot at over $100.00!

Bocote – The wood from this tree is valued for its different brown hues and its lustrous shine. Like Cocobolo, Bocote is also very dense and durable. This exotic wood is found throughout South America and Mexico. Like many exotics, the Bocote planks are generally available in lengths under six feet.

Brazilian Teak/ Cumaru – This South American wood ranges from tan to reddish brown to brown in color and sometimes offers a black stripe in the wood. It is very dense, making it quite durable.

Cocobolo – This extremely rare tropical rosewood, also known as Dalbergia Retusa, belongs to the Papilionaceae family and comes from sub-canopy mid-sized tree found in the rainforest. The sapwood surrounding the heartwood is just as dense as the heartwood, and it is actually the unique, poorly formed limbs of the Cocobolo that yield the most highly prized wood. Due to its rarity, this wood is very hard to find. It ranges from a gorgeous brick red to a rich, dark brown. Not only is this wood beautiful and rare, but it is so dense that is does not even absorb water, as opposed to many other hardwoods, but it is still valued for its beauty over its durability. And is most often used for parquet floors.

Santos Mahogany – This is rich and dark colored wood ranges from having yellow-orange-brown overtones to dark brown. It grows in South America and Mexico and is superior to genuine mahogany because of its hardness and color fastness.

Tasmanian Eucalyptus Burl – This burl comes from three different Australian Eucalyptus tree varieties. This are sometimes referred to as “Tasmanian Oak,” but it is not an Oak. It got thit title when settlers mistook this strong wood for Oak. Other Tasmanian Species include musk burl, Huon Pine, white top or (Gum vein burl), and leatherwood burl.

Exotic woods offer a unique decorative look, and can be quite pricey, so if you can’t afford to install exotic hardwood in your home, then consider buying an exotic vase or other decorative item so you can enjoy the richness of exotic woods. And if you can afford it, you’ve just made a lasting investment in your home and the beauty therein.

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A custom home theater is a great way to improve the interior of any home. If you are interested in this option, you will have hundreds of choices available to you. You can make your home media center into anything you want it to be and by customizing your home theater, you will have a unique space to occupy and entertain family and friends.

When you are customizing your home theater, you will need to buy several pieces of equipment and furniture.

The centerpiece of any home theater system is usually the television. If you are looking to customize your space, you will want to get a television that goes above and beyond normal duty. There are many options available to you, and you can choose your television based on size, model, and features. As a basic rule of thumb, if your room can handle it, bigger is always better. But remember, if you have a small space, you do not want to wedge a 60 inch television into it. This will only make the room seem small and cramped.

Another option to consider is the stereo system and speaker set up. A fully customized home theater system almost always has a surround sound speaker set up that brings top quality sound to your room. You can buy these pre packaged and they are not that difficult to set up. Be sure to get one with at least 5 speakers. If you really hate dealing with all those wires, consider getting a wireless sound system for your home theater.

Finally, when you are customizing your home theater, be sure to check into the different furniture options that are available. Your furniture can make or break your home theater, and you will want to be careful when making this decision. Of course, you want something that will be comfortable so that you can watch your movies and sporting events in luxury but at the same time you want something that looks good. Some people like to buy furniture that looks like movie house furniture while others opt for cushy sectionals that you can lounge out in. In the end it comes down to your preferences, your budget and what other purposes you use the room for.

When setting up your home theater, you want to be sure that every seat in the house has a great view as well as good sound. Place the television so that each seat has a good unobstructed view and your guests don’t have to keep their heads turned to see the action. You also want to be sure the speakers are placed so that the side, center and back speakers are in the right position for every place you can sit.

Overall, a custom home theater can be set up in a number of different ways. When you are setting up your theater make sure you are creative. This will help to ensure that nobody else has a theater set up that looks like yours. And isn’t that what customization is all about!

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The era of tarmac driveways has diminished considerably with the introduction of the imprinted concrete driveways which is stronger and longer lasting than less durable tarmac due to its make and feature set.

The most prominent part of any house is its driveway which gives first impression to any visitor. Therefore, it becomes very important to build your home without compromising on the quality of material used for its interiors or exteriors including the driveways.

When you are selecting driveways, you have the right to know and learn about new options available today which are more resilient and affordable. Therefore, with all said and done, you have two options that would be the best possible fit in terms of quality and price, an imprint concrete and tarmac driveways.

Every home owner looks forward to get the best for their home. Some of them succeed in getting what they wanted and some of them are left dissatisfied. Most often many of these home owners are not very satisfied about the service of tarmac driveways because it’s not easy to remove car engine oil stains, the surface cracks due to heat conditions and also tends to lose its surface grip over 1-2 years.

If you intend to select the best amongst the two then by far go for the concrete driveway path in comparison to tarmac driveways. The word ‘concrete’ itself signifies strength, durability for any terms it’s used for. Imprint concrete also measures cost effectiveness as well when talking about walkways, patios, driveways, floors etc.

A concrete driveway allows its use in a much wider mix and variety of climates in comparison to tarmac. Concrete surface will be stronger and harder, which can bear any climatic conditions irrespective of whether it’s cold or warm. You can still soften the hard matter using runners or rungs which will also protect the object from breaking or shattering at the same time protects small children from getting hurt, who are more prone to crawling or falling on concrete surface.

Tarmac is no longer a professional choice for the reason that it cannot be tailored like concrete driveways. With the imprinted driveways you can add many effects like the slate, granite, flags, block pavers, cobbles etc, improving on the overall looks of the entire home adding great value.

Major advantages of Imprint Concrete driveways:

• Adds additional value to your home
• It has very low overall maintenance
• Its oil & stain resistance thus can be kept clean all the time from the leaking oil of your car.
• It does not losses its color and has permanent texture
• You will not find any slip surface as once fixed it remains forever
• Available in extensive choice of various colors and patterns

In other words, your home is now the most valuable and talked out thing around you, which keeps gaining the value momentum day by day. Feel your home with imprint concrete driveway, which looks good and stay good all the time.

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Modern interior design is a trend followed not only in the U.S. but in almost all economically buoyant countries in the world. What used to be employed only in offices is now also being used in homes.

Sleek, simple, impressive – these are just a few of the characteristics of modern interior design. New hotels which prefer to veer away from mediocre and traditional hotel interiors make use of modern interior design techniques that surprisingly bring in a lot of curious guests.

From the lobbies to the elevators to the hotel rooms, guests are awed by the massiveness of many hotel structures and fixtures using modern interior design. Offices, too, prefer this style because it gives their corporations an image of straightforwardness, innovativeness, and reliability.

The materials used in modern interior design, such as steel, glass, and hardwood somehow give the impression that the business owners are no-nonsense. Sure, there may be a few accent pieces here and there, but generally, furniture is used sparingly.

Modern interior design concepts

An adept professional specializing in modern interior design should know how to keep the room from being too clinical or sterile. This tends to be a common mistake of people who aren’t too familiar with the concepts of modern interior design.

This style’s furniture are generally bland and impersonal, so many designers add a few eye-catching patterns and colors here and there. While modern interior design is normally monochromatic, splashes of other colors can be used on paintings, throw pillows, and other conversation pieces such as aquariums.

Objects in a room influenced by modern interior design tend to be kept to a minimum, but are usually oversized and create huge impacts. For instance, a long, low-back sofa may be upholstered in black leather and framed in chrome, but it can be softened by pillows with light colored covers.

Sometimes, there can be only one painting on the wall but its size is almost of mural proportions. In addition, the patterns used in the artwork are almost always very powerful and striking. Other proponents of modern interior design can also choose an imposing piece of sculpture instead of a painting, but in any case, these accent pieces are purposely meant to grab the guest’s attention.

Even the flooring of a home or office using modern interior design is of neutral and earthy colors – blacks, whites, grays, silvers, and brown or green hues. There is also an extravagant use of shiny surfaces and bold, geometric shapes that give a sense of trendiness and power.

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Do you know how much of an average household’s total energy use goes to water heating? 14%; it is usually the second largest part of your energy bill. We use hot water throughout the whole year so any energy-saving strategy will make a big difference. Here are three tips to cut your water heating bill by one-fourth or more.

Insulate the water heater tank and hot water pipes: First, you have to check if your propane water heater needs insulation. Most of the new water heaters already have enough and no additional insulation is necessary. After checking that, then you can use foam wrap to insulate the hot water pipes all over the house. Insulating your water heater and hot water pipes will make a big difference and it will easily pay for itself in less than a year. You should also insulate the first few feet of the cold water pipe nearest the heater. Make sure you keep the foam insulation at least three inches from the heater drafthood and exhaust vent. You can use a fiberglass insulation blanket to wrap your propane water heater. These insulation kits are widely available at minimal cost. Make sure you leave the top and the area near the bottom open so that the pilot and burner can have air and your heater works properly. Also the control panel should not be insulated. (Make sure you read the safety instructions and not do anything against them. It is highly recommended that you should consult a professional for insulation.)

Turn down the temperature: There is no need for water to be hotter than 120 - 125 degrees Fahrenheit. Higher temperatures are not only a waste but also a danger, especially for children. If the control panel of your water heater does not have temperatures, you can use a cooking thermometer to check the temperature of the water in your sink or bath and then determine where to set the button to get a temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Also if you think you need really hot water to sterilize your dishes and clothes, let me tell you that it is nothing more than a myth. You can set the button to the hottest, still your dishes and clothes will not be sterilized.

Repair or Replace: Statistically the average lifetime of a water heater is 12 years. Although with regular maintenance and routine repairs it can be two or three times longer, it is not always to your advantage to keep the old units. The new, energy-saving water heaters will pay for themselves within 3-5 years. You can replace almost all components of a water heater except the tank itself, so when the tank rusts through the only solution is to replace the water heater. There are internal anode rods that protect the water heater against rusting. Replacing these anodes every 3-4 years will considerably add to the life of the water heater.

Another problem with your water heater can be the overheating from sediment build-up inside the tank. You should also have it inspected along with the anodes periodically. Some companies offer warranties of 10 years or even lifetime which are worth looking into.

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Lamps play an important role in your home décor and helping to set the tone of your room. But the style of the shade is as important as the style of the lamp. Here are some types of lamp shades to choose from to complete your room.

1. Victorian

The Victorian era was filled with romance and lavishness. It was a highly ornamental period filled with emotion. Rooms were extravagantly decorated in rich color palettes. Floral prints and decorative trims filled rooms and furniture was influenced by many styles.

Modern Victorian styles reflect the romance and lavishness of the past but fabrics may be a little lighter and fancy. Tassels and fringes are commonly used and lace around window treatments and pillows.

Lighting reflects luxury and romance with lots of bronze metals, Tiffany styles and hurricane lamps. Glass shades are hand painted, intricately detailed and so beautiful! They are lavish, romantic, and certainly evoke emotion.

2. Arts & Crafts & Mission Style

As industrialization arrived styles began to change to reflect the modern times. Frank Lloyd Wright, Gustav Stickley, and William Morris were visionaries who encouraged a return to the simpler more functional lines of design. Lavishness was about to become a thing of the past.

Lighting took on sleek distinctive lines that were clean and appealing. Shades were soft, translucent, beautiful, but not overbearing. Whether you choose an antique lamp or a more modern piece done in the arts and crafts style you’ll find it the perfect choice for a variety of room decors including traditional, country, and ethnic.

3. Contemporary

Contemporary simply means modern and fresh. Stronger, cleaner lines with no visible ornamentation, wood with rich fabrics for contrast, deep wood tones, with comfort as a main focus. Overall casual with a bit of an eclectic touch and never complicated.

Lighting is a very important element in the contemporary décor used to highlight a focal point or provide a soft relaxing wash across the room. Harmony is important and is achieved through light choices.

Lighting is function but at the same time they are artistic. Wood is important but at the same time metals such as pewter and stainless steel continue to grow in popularity providing a very fitting sleek line. Shade choices are plentiful with a common theme of simplistic lines and colors. Contemporary tends to focus more on the body of the lamp than the actual shade.

4. French Country

Today this is the most popular décor style with its cozy, warm and inviting styles. Its roots come from the hills of rural France and you’ll instantly understand why it has grown in popularity once you’ve experienced it.

Cabriole legs, iron work, toile fabrics, roses, and roosters are all common themes to French country. The colors include rich shades of yellow, blue, red, and green. Pottery is down to earth and includes earthenware and terracotta.

Lighting is functional but inviting. It adds to the room’s ambiance providing a relaxing atmosphere that’s enjoyed by all. Shades are noticeable but not overpowering. They are inviting and rich with color and design styles vary significantly.

5. Global Chic

Travel the world and you are certain to find decorative influences from different parts of the world that you love. Global chic lets you gather all these different ethnic decors and fit them into your room resulting in a very chic theme!

Done right, it’s not overpowering, chaotic, or unsettling. Instead it provides a unique blend of colors and styles from Moroccan to Asian. Add some spice colors which are so warm and inviting, mix with some silk fabrics, and add a little animal print. Wow!

Lighting choices are endless for this theme. Look for unusual, unique pieces that truly do add to your room’s décor. In fact settle for nothing less! Your shades should be noticeable works of art that intrigue your guests and elicit great conversation.

6. Traditional

Traditional is actually quite a broad term covering several European and American decorative periods over time. The best determination of traditional is simply that it is timeless. Traditional décor is comfortable, personalize, and timeless. It fits any room, any home, and any atmosphere.

Today traditional has had a bit of a face lift with the infusion of brighter colors and less structured fabric prints. It’s a little more creative than it once was so there is more visual interest in the room.

Crystal lighting looks wonderful in a traditional room and so does brass with a crystal or tiffany style shade. Think rich, deep colors for your shades.

7. Colonial

American Colonial dates to the late 19th century and is very different from the colonial from homelands where can and rattan were often used for furniture, replaced by wood in America. But pattern choices remained strong with lions, monkeys, elephants, and other tropical animals. Bold Island patterns are an important part of a colonial style.

When it comes to lighting be sure to carry this animal theme forward whether you choose lamp bases that reflect the animals or lamp shades that are done in animal fabric. It’s the crux of your entire colonial theme.

There are so many different décor themes to choose from. Your lamp shade should compliment your room décor and it should not only be functional they should create visual interest in the room.

There are many online sites that have a terrific selection of lamp shades for every décor style. So why not start looking now? That perfect shade might just be waiting for you!

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