Home Décor Tricks Which Never Go Out of Fashion

Are you redecorating your home? Or looking for something classic and elegant to revamp the appearance of your home? Fret not for we have curated a list of certain tips and tricks that would help you do your home décor which would stay in vogue for the longest time to come. Have a look:

1.       Make sure you analyze the space: It is the first thing that you need to consider while doing the home décor. This helps you organize the said space in a better form. Once that is sorted, we suggest you to go on the lines of mosaic tiles. It is a bold and the possibilities that mosaic tiles offer are endless. These tiles can be installed easily and create a lot of drama where installed. It is therefore advisable to not restrain from experimenting. You could also play with colours and patterns. Find a good tile manufacturer and work out the details.

2.       Floor tiles: There are a number of options for floor tiles right from porcelain to ceramic tiles. Sturdiness, resilience and your life style should be taken into account for finalizing the tile type. This would vary from home to home. At the same time, while striving for something unique do not forget to create drama by colours and make sure to have different floor tiles for different rooms. This adds a unique dimension to the home overall. For example, black and white or brown and white tiles make for perfect floor tiles for entertainment or living room. You could even go for a stone floor tile with unique patterns for the living room.  Choose something more personal for the bedroom. We would suggest going for digital tiles if your budget allows you to. You can literally have any pattern digitized to adorn your floor tiles.

3.       Wall tiles: No décor is complete without revamping the walls. Walls are a very important part of the home. We would say do not strive to create anything short of a masterpiece when it comes to wall tiles. It is that space wherein you could give wings to your imagination and let creativity overflow. At the same time, make sure to not go overboard because excess of everything is bad. We would say to keep a fine balance between accessorizing the walls right along with creative play of tiles.

4.       Bathroom tiles: Firstly, colour is a crucial component as the bathroom should not appear dull. Go for bright shades like orange and purple. While picking up bathroom tiles, give special emphasis to the quality as bathroom is prone to moisture. Ceramic tiles could be a good option.

5.       Tile size: Home décor can be complete and articulate only when you make the correct choices in terms of tile size. Big is not always the best and therefore make sure to have tiles of right sizes incorporated in the house. Also, do not compromise on the quality of floor tiles or other tiles. Instead, see it as an investment and make sure you maintain the tiles thereafter. Most importantly, don’t be scared or shy away from taking professional help if needed.

Even in a segment which changes almost every other day, there are some ideas, tips and tricks which are evergreen in nature. Stick to these points and you’re golden!

Which Tile Does Your Home Deserve?

A house becomes a home when you blend it in the mixture of your personality. If you are planning to redecorate your house or even if you are a first timer who wants to walk on a floor that accentuates the look of your house then you came to the right place my friend. I have done a lot of research and I have gathered a lot of information on tiles. Tiles are one of the most inexpensive and fastest solutions to design your home. If you are a miser like me then you should buy the clearance tiles that stores sell at a sell-out price to make way for new stock. Although the price could vary depending on the design or the type of tile you are planning to buy.

 Tiles for Home

Ceramic tiles are the most commonly used tiles for home which are also known as porcelain tiles. Experts suggest that vitrified tiles which are a type of ceramic tile are your best bet to decorate your home with.

The difference between vitrified tile and its counterpart ceramic tile is that vitrified tiles have very low porosity and doesn’t absorb moisture easily which increases its longevity. Vitrified tile is also not glazed like ceramic tile as the dye is put into the mixture before putting it in the kiln so even if the tile is scratched it will still have a uniform colour. Vitrified tile also has a very soft shine and if these are unpolished they will give out a matte like finish and either way it looks stunning on the eye. These tiles also are cheaper than agglomerated marble or quartz stone and installing them is less time consuming that installing these. So, I suggest you to go for the evergreen vitrified tiles and it’s not just me, Architectures and Interior Designers will also agree with it.

Design & Pattern

The pattern choices of tile will be dictated by how deep your pocket is. The running bond and brick pattern is the most popular for places like kitchen and bathroom. Top tiles companies in India have seen a rising demand for basket weave or a pinwheel pattern in bathroom tiles and that is usually used for small bathrooms. Tiles are like tattoos on the wall so before setting it up in the stone just make sure you have played enough with the shapes and styles to get the desired look because once it’s on the wall then it is not coming down for a long-long time.

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.

How To Keep Tiles Clean & Shiny This Festive Season

There is an age old ritual in Indian families which has been passing on from one generation to another. Ever seen your mother getting busier as the festivals come calling? Is it just a coincidence? Definitely not! We all want to look our best during festive seasons and our houses are no different. Especially towards the end of the every year, we get busy in beautifying our homes in the best way possible.

As they say, ‘Drive away the darkness and move into the light’. This is where tiles enter the fray. As tiles form a major part of our homes, cleaning them becomes the utmost priority. Pale, old and yellowish tiles can be noticed from far out and don’t go well with the festive-y feel.

Irrespective of the occasion, every home maker would want a spic and span feeling inside the house whether that means getting all the floor tiles scrubbed or hand cleaning the wall tiles or whitening the bathroom and kitchen tiles. 

Bathroom Tiles:

A 50/50 vinegar and water solution will clean tile, counters, cabinet fronts and soap scum in the shower.

A baking soda and water paste will clean stuck on gunk in the shower and tub (use vinegar instead of water for really tough stains).

For grout, sprinkle baking soda on the floor and spray with undiluted hydrogen peroxide and scrub with a gentle toothbrush.

For wall tile, painted door frames, spots on the doors, outside of toilet, etc, my homemade all purpose cleaner will clean and disinfect.

Floor Tiles:

Clean tile with mild detergent and clean water, using a rag or chamois-type mop rather than a sponge mop. Change water frequently while cleaning.

If your tiles look hazy, use acid like fresh lemon juice on ceramic tiles (but never on marble). Rinse thoroughly with clean water, and buff dry with a clean lint-free cloth.

For great looking grout, clean using a paste of baking soda and water. Rub it on the stain, let it sit overnight, then scrub the stain in the morning with a stiff nylon brush (a metal brush will damage the grout).

Kitchen Tiles Grease:

Wrap a dusting rag around the bristles of a broom. Fasten it in place with safety pins or binder clips, arranging them so they won't scrape the wall.

Dust the wall from top to bottom with the broom. Get into the upper corners where spider webs and dust tend to collect.

Fill one bucket with ¼ cup of liquid cleaning detergent and 1 gallon of warm water. Add up to 1 cup vinegar if the walls have a grease film. Fill the other bucket with clear warm water.

Dampen a sponge in the soapy water. Wash the walls beginning at the bottom and working your way up. Wipe down the wall in small sections, using a circular motion.

Moisten food stains with a small amount of water and allow it to soak and loosen the stain for five minutes before wiping it off with the sponge.

Scrub stubborn stains lightly with a mildly abrasive sponge, taking care not to damage the paint or tile. Wipe the wall a second time with the clear water. Dry it with a clean towel.

With the most difficult areas of your house clean, cleaning the rest of the house is just a piece of cake :-) Have a great #FestiveSeason and celebrate the #BeautifulLife!

After all that has been said and done, tiles need your utmost attention as they occupy a larger portion of your home decor and interior design segment inside your house. Simply follow these tips and you’re good to go! 

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 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.

5 Easy Tricks to Brighten Up Your Rooms

Who doesn’t love a little light? The winter season is upon us and now it has become more imperative than ever that we address those dim corners and rooms inside our house. Darker rooms exude a lazy and monotonous vibe, one which isn’t welcoming to guests or home-stayers alike. Brighter rooms on the other hand provide a sense of energy to get through the day effectively with vigour.

1.       Wall mounted shelving is a must for your home decor!

Eliminate the need for heavy furniture and the room will automatically look shades brighter. Rather than incorporating separate study tables and hefty bookshelves, opt for precise and aesthetically pleasing wall mounts over your wall tiles which will not only save you a lot of space but will accentuate your room in terms of lighting as well. Make sure you paint them white or some other lighter colour. This way, there will be no more shadows which are usually casted by heavy pieces of furniture during the day.

2.       Replace your dark furniture right away:

Do you have a dark wooden television cabinet that is occupying half the length of your walls? Do you own a huge wooden bed belonging to a darker coffee shade? Do you have bookshelves which are widespread right from your floor tiles to the ceiling? Heavy furniture is sometimes essentially needed, but more often than not, it contributes to an extremely dull and mundane feel. Always minimize such furniture components and pick lighter wood options. If you’ve already invested a lot in your ‘heavy’ furniture, you can pick vibrant slipcovers to compensate for that.

3.       Pick your accessories and decorations wisely:

Being passionate is one thing, but buying a dark Manchester United poster just for the sake of the name might just deteriorate the vibe of your entire room. Always be cautious while picking your artwork, book collections, wall hangings, knickknacks and other decorations that are sitting in your room. Old black and white rustic accessories donning your wall tiles or a wall full of old green plant hangings or an ancient stack of books – all this can contribute towards that dark appeal your room is exuding. You might end up making a few sacrifices along the way if you want to brighten up your room in an effective manner.

4.       Mirror mirror on the wall!

Now that there is breathing space in your room, don’t be hesitant to add a few mirrors. The minimum amount of light that is entering your room will be reflected through those mirrors, making your room seem a whole lot brighter than it actually is. Make sure you pick mirrors which come with light coloured frames.