Home Decor 101 – The Versatile Nature Of Tiles

Ever witness a house without tiles? Would be hard to find isn’t it? There’s a reason why this happens. ‘Tiles for home’ is like a buzzword since day and age. Because of the factors that tiles are essentially durable in nature and aesthetically pleasing to the eyes, they are considered as the best fit for our households.

Whether you put vitrified tiles under the microscope or ceramic tiles for that matter, homemakers often feel spoilt for choice. That being said, these aren’t the only variety of tiles that are available in the market. Add to this, practical bathroom and kitchen tiles which touches the entire ‘tiles for home’ envelope. Tiles for Home

Tiles are used for various reasons. They are easy to maintain, they are long lasting, the large variety ensures that your area stands out uniquely. But why limit the tiles to only make it easier to clean the kitchen backsplash or keep the walls of your bathroom from rotting.

 Tiles are versatile and you can use them as you like. Here’s how:

1.       Tiles as Inlaid rugs:

 No need to move for cleaning and vacuuming; not to mention they look stunning. The name says it all doesn’t it? The popularity of tiles as inlaid rugs is gaining popularity slowly but surely.

2.       Tiles as Headboards: 

Use interesting tiles to design the headboard. Your bed and your bedroom will have a totally fresh, new look! Tiles for home like never before!

3.       DIY Art on Tiles:

Create beautiful Warli art on the tile and see it transform into your own lovely piece of art. Adorn the walls of your house with it. You can use digital tiles and wall tiles as well. Floor tiles are usually avoided here as you wouldn’t want your guests to step on to the magnificent art that you’ve created.

4.       Tile Apron:

 It makes the modern bathroom a little more exciting. No need to move for cleaning and vacuuming; not to mention they look stunning as well.

5.       Tiles as Nameplates:

 Tile nameplates are in vogue - make a welcoming entry using them. Funny what tiles are capable of these days; all it takes is a little ounce of creativity.

Whichever way you use them - #TilesAreAwesome :-)

Now that we’ve established why tiles are the first picks whenever a house gets renovated or whenever someone’s building a new house, we sincerely hope that your home decor and interior design decision making will become a whole lot easier.

5 DIY CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS.

Even if you haven’t gotten your Christmas tree yet, fret not! Christmas is just around the corner so get your festive spirits on and revel in the glory. You might have some leftover presents and ornaments and preparations from last year, but still there is always room for something new.

When was the last time you donned your floor tiles with a bunch of Christmas-y decorations, or hung up decorations on your wall tiles just to give them a red camouflaged appeal?

 Here are the top 5 DIY Christmas ornament preparations that you can implement at home.

Ornaments in the form of Scrabble Tiles:  Now that you are a scrabble expert, create your own short and sweet Christmas message by pasting together words from your scrabble tiles. Give it an interesting shape by clever use of words and hang it pretty on the tree.

Red Nosed Wine-Cork Reindeers: All you need is used wine corks, googly eyes, pom-pom nose, pipe cleaners and glue! Bring them all together and your red-nosed reindeer is ready to go on the Christmas Tree.

Buttoned Snowman : Paste three two-eyed buttons on a piece of cloth cut in the shape of the snowman. Make sure that the top button is perpendicular to the other two so that the holes make the snow-man's eyes. Cut a dark-coloured cloth in the shape of a hat and paste it on the top button. With a string, your tree gets its very own snowman.

Mini-Wreaths : Weave together anything - a string, a piece of cloth, a slice of wood or a few leaves. Add a ribbon flower and glitter - the mini-wreaths are ready to go up on your tree.

 Ornaments That Sparkle:  Turn old night bulbs into sparkling ornaments. Add different coloured glitters on each of these and add a string. Your Christmas tree shines like a diamond.

After all that has been said and done, tiles play a huge role in your Christmas decorations. For tiles are there in everybody’s home and there should be some way we can incorporate our floor tiles or wall tiles in our decorations. There’s a reason why tiles are so popular when it comes to home decor.

All that is left now is for you to place that big start on the top. Don’t wait up, and get right into that festive feel with your family. Celebrate the beautiful life in all its glory.

Preparing Your House For the Chilly Winter Season

The time is approaching when the days will get shorter and the nights longer. For some, it is the dullest part of the year but for others, the season is all about basking in the pleasures of staying at home all cozy and warm in your skin soft quilt. The transition from summers to winters is not all sunshine and rainbows. Your need to give your house a makeover in order to make it winter-proof.

So, here are some tips to prepare your home for the chilly winter season:

1.        Take care of your plants: Move all the potted plants inside to prevent them from catching cold. The tropical plants cannot thrive in low temperatures and besides, they add a new look to your living room. Moreover, all the other plants should be pruned and trimmed effectively.

2.        Add layers: Winters is the time to invest in some beautiful quilts and amazing bed covers. As we all know, come winters spending time in bed becomes a luxury. Add pops of colours to all your bedding sheets and throw some classy rugs and carpets beneath your feet.

3.        Chimney cleaning: This is again a very significant area to invest in. To make the most optimum use of your pretty fireplace, you need to get the chimney cleared by a professional. It increases the efficiency and also is a much needed safety measure for your family.

4.        Curtains, window panes & tiles: Firstly, invest in pretty thick curtains to add freshness to the look of your house. Winter curtains are very different from the summer ones in terms of prints and fabric. Choosing energy efficient glass panes for windows which will help keep the chills away. Incorporate aesthetically pleasing tiles in your current home decor by moving for digital tiles, wall tiles, floor tiles, or ceramic tiles for that matter.

5.        Gutters cannot be left clogged: Make ample time to clean your gutters either by yourself or by employing a professional. This is a must do ritual for winters.

6.       Boiler Alert: Winters are the time when you need a good heating system. Therefore, make sure to tune up all your boilers. It also ensures a good life span for your heating system.

7.        Candles and lamps: Winters are the perfect occasion to have candles light up the interiors. Buy some creatively beautiful candles and make sure your guests don’t forget to look twice. Moreover, get yourself some artistically pleasing lamps which add that warmth and take up the aesthetic appearance of your home a notch higher. Always remember, candle light dinners are still in fashion!

Follow these steps religiously and bask in the glory of the mesmerizing winter season. Wake up the interior designer or the home decor expert inside you and get to work. Happy Winters!!