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Best Ways to Clean a Dirty Shower Curtain and Liner!

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Himadri Shakya
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Clean a Dirty Shower Curtain

We all get cleaned ourselves in bathrooms but have you ever noticed that the more cleaner you get in your shower, the dirtier your shower curtain and liner can become? Apart from dust and soap scum, the heat and moisture can produce conditions that can grow mold and mildew. Yes, that’s true. So how to clean a shower curtain?

These days many people prefer to use shower curtains as they not only keep water in its proper place (just like a shower door), gives privacy, but it is also a great decorative bath accessory that looks stylish and aesthetic. There are many types of best curtains available in the market, such as vinyl and plastic shower curtains, fabric shower curtains, and microfiber shower curtains.

But no matter what type of curtain you choose, one thing is sure that they all will be going to get dirty. When they are exposed to bath soaps, body soil, and lots of moisture and humidity, they get dirty, and if not properly cleaned, there can be a growth of mildew.

“A study shows that a shower curtain can contain 60 times more bacteria than your toilet seat. In fact, shower curtains and liners are the dirtiest spots in the bathroom.”

This is true that it is challenging to keep shower curtains and liners clean and tidy, but not anymore if you know the correct way! Today in this blog, we’re going to tell you how to clean shower curtains in the right and easy way. So whether you have plastic curtains, layered or luxury ones, or cotton curtains, all these methods will work for them. So, make them clean and keep your bathroom environment healthier.

How to Clean Shower Curtains

Clean Shower Curtains

This cleaning guide includes washing methods for all types of shower curtains. Basically, curtains can be washed in 2 ways: In a Machine or By Hands! But before you follow any of the below-washing procedures, check the label for any special washing instructions. If you find any fiber content, washing, water temperature instructions, it’ll be better to follow them.

So, let’s start with the fabric curtains:

What You’ll Need

Supplies:

  • Heavy-duty detergent
  • Distilled white vinegar
  • Oxygen-based bleach (optional)
  • Chlorine bleach (optional)

Tools:

  • Washer
  • Dryer

How to Clean Fabric Shower Curtains

Clean Fabric Shower Curtains
  • First, take your shower curtain down to get the best cleaning results. Slowly and carefully remove it from the shower rod, check the rings or hooks to see if they need cleaning or not. (further, in the blog, we’ve also described how to clean the shower curtain rings).
  • You can also check where there are any rips or tears in the curtain or not.
  • Use a heavy detergent and warm water, then put it in the washing machine on the permanent press cycle.
  • After your curtains are washed, it’s time to dry them. For that, use a dryer.
  • Set the dryer on a medium to low heat setting for tumble dry. Make sure to remove your curtain while it is still slightly damp. This will prevent set-in wrinkles. Later hang them, and even if there are any wrinkles left, they’ll go as soon as they finish drying.
  • Some of the fabric curtains with heavy materials need ironing. Just look for the care instructions to select the right ironing temperature.
  • After ironing, you can hang your clean shower curtains.

Note: If you feel that there is a lot of soap scum in your curtains, you can also include or mix one cup of distilled white vinegar in the washer.

How to Remove Mildew Stains From Fabric Shower Curtains?

Sometimes after the wash, discoloration from mildew and the stains remain. If this happened with your curtains, use an oxygen-based bleach and water solution to remove them. Just soak them away in this solution for at least four hours overnight. After this, rinse them well and dry.

If your shower curtain is made from natural fiber like cotton or linen and it is pure white, use a solution of chlorine bleach and water. Mix both the solution in equal parts and soak your curtains in it for 15 to 30 minutes. Ensure that you do not soak the curtains for longer than this because chlorine bleach is harsh, and it can result in yellowing, holes, or weak fibers.

Repairs & Storage Of Fabric Shower Curtains

If your fabric curtain has some holes or it got ripped, worry not because you can easily repair them. Either by hand- or machine-stitching with a matching thread, you can repair them in under 10 minutes.

For storage, just make sure that they are completely clean and dry. Just fold them and store them in a box or hang them over a padded hanger in a closet.

How to Wash Vinyl Shower Curtains

Wash Vinyl Shower Curtains

Another type of curtains that people are using in their shower is the Vinyl or plastic ones. The reason is that they do an excellent job of keeping water inside the shower enclosure. They’re generally made of PEVA or polyethylene vinyl acetate or PVC or polyvinyl chloride. They also come in various designs and weights; that’s why many people are using them as a liner for a fabric shower curtain. So let’s know how to clean them properly:

What You’ll Need

Supplies:

  • Heavy-duty laundry detergent
  • Chlorine bleach (optional)

Tools:

  • Washer

Instructions:

  • The first step is always to take down your shower curtains and check whether there are any rips or tears or not. If there is any, then you have to buy new ones because they can’t be repaired.
  • You can wash them in the washer but only with cold water. So set your machine in a cold water setting and in the gentle cycle.

Tip:

Add some colorfast towels or t-shirts with the curtains as it will prevent excessive wrinkling.

  • The next step is to dry them, but don’t use a tumble dryer. After the washing, just shake them and hang them back up on the shower rod to air dry. Don’t worry about the wrinkles, as they will be gone until the curtains are fully dried.

Note: Washing a plastic shower curtain sometimes requires you to add either a half cup of detergent, vinegar, or baking soda. You can add them to your washing cycle, along with a few towels in a cool setting.

How to Remove Mildew Stains From Vinyl Shower Curtains?

A white shower curtain hanging from a metal rod

If you see any mildew stains or discoloration remain after washing, use mild chlorine bleach and water solution. Soak them in this solution for about 10 to 15 minutes. Be careful with the bleach and use only one-half cup of bleach per gallon of water. After washing, simply hang your plastic curtain back up to dry.

Repairing & Storage of Plastic Shower Curtains

Unfortunately, vinyl or plastic shower curtains can’t be repaired, but you can make them work for a few days by placing waterproof duct tape until you get the new curtain. One more thing, before you fold them and store them, make sure that they’re completely dry.

How to Wash a Shower Curtain by Hand

Don’t have a washer? Don’t get worried because you can also wash them with your hands. Below are some instructions for those people who don’t have a washer in their room or apartment.

  • First, take a clean and slightly damp microfiber cloth. Then, sprinkle some baking soda over the cloth.
  • Now start scrubbing your curtain with this cloth. First, do it with a light hand and focus on removing basic grime and dirt only.
  •  Now get a new cloth and wet it in warm water. After this, start rinsing your curtain with it until all the baking soda is removed. Also, scrub at the stains and do it until all traces of baking soda are gone. Repeat the process if necessary.
  • If there are any stubborn stains or marks, do scrub them again with baking soda and then rinse again.

How to Clean a Shower Curtain Liner

If you have a liner with your shower curtain, here’s how you can keep it clean:

  • Takedown your shower liner and put it in the washer.
  • You can add a bath towel, which will help in scrubbing the shower liner.
  • To prevent damage, make sure to set the machine on a gentle setting.
  • Lastly, hang the curtain liner to dry completely.

How to Clean Shower Curtain Rings

Now the last thing to clean after washing your shower curtains and liners is the shower curtain rings. Here’s how to wash shower curtain rings:

  • First, carefully remove all the rings from the shower curtain rod.
  • Fill your bathroom sink or a tub with warm water, and then add a cup of white distilled vinegar to it.
  • Soak the rings for some time, then drain and rinse with warm water.
  • If any stubborn soap scum residue is there, you can use a brush or even your fingernails to remove them.

Tips for Shower Curtain Maintenance

Here are some extra tips and things that you should keep in mind while cleaning your favorite shower curtain:

  • After every wash, ensure that your shower curtain is left open to air so that it can completely dry. If it remains wet, there is a chance of the growth of mold and mildew again.
  • Do regular cleaning as it will prevent mildew from building up and also makes your cleaning process less hectic next time.
  • Shower curtains should be washed at least seasonally, but if your bathroom has poor air circulation, wash them once a month.
  • In between, if you see any mildew build-up, spray a solution of half water and half vinegar on them for the next few days.
  • When your shower curtain and liner remain clean, there is no need for replacement unless they become torn.

The Bottom Line

If you’re thinking about how often to wash shower curtains? Our suggestion for you is that wash them regularly (means once a month) to keep your bath clean and fresh. Shower curtain not only creates a healthier environment but also extends the life of the curtain. Also, they give a bathroom a brighter, fresher appearance.

So this is all about how to clean shower curtain, liner, and rings. I hope this blog helped you understand the deep cleaning routine of the shower curtains. If you find this blog helpful, do share it with your friends and family.

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What Makes a Good Ergonomic Chair? Key Features You Need

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James
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Good Ergonomic Chairs

Sitting for long hours at your desk can leave you with back pain and poor posture, impacting your health and productivity. An ergonomic chair can help, providing the support you need to stay comfortable and maintain good posture while you work. But with so many options on the market, finding the best ergonomic chair can feel overwhelming.

This guide breaks down the essential features you need to look for when choosing an ergonomic chair, helping you find one that fits your needs and keeps you comfortable throughout your workday

Good Ergonomic Chair

Adjustability Settings

You will find that some ergonomic chairs are more adjustable than others. It really depends on what you require the chair for, but the parts of ergonomic chairs that are normally adjustable include the height, armrest, headrest, and often the back tilt. 

Let’s consider some of these in closer detail, to help you make the right choices when looking at ergonomic chairs.

Adjustable Height

Regardless of what you will be using the chair for and how often you will be spent sitting in it, the one part that should be adjustable is the height. You want to be able to adjust your ergonomic chair so that you are at a comfortable height. If it doesn’t and it is too big, it could leave you with your legs dangling and cause excessive strain to your under-thigh muscles. 

Ideally, you should be able to adjust your chair so you can sit with both feet flat against the floor. 

Adjustable Backrest

Most chair backrests will offer you the option of sitting reclined, leaned forward, or fully vertically erect. This is a feature that is particularly useful if you are looking to ease lower back strains. 

Adjustable Armrest

Just as you should be able to adjust your office chair to the right height for comfortable use, you should also be able to adjust the height of the armrest. Again, it will depend on what your job involves. For instance, if you work on a computer, you may want an armrest that can be adjusted to be a comfortable and correct angle for using your keyboard. 

Another feature you should look out for is adjustable width for the armrest too, which means you can move it back and forth. 

Adjustable Headrest and Tilt

A headrest is a welcome feature of any ergonomic chair. Having one that is adjustable is great as it means you can position it best for your head and neck.

Ergonomic Chair

Size of the Seat

Moving on from the adjustability settings. It is important to look at the width and depth of your ergonomic chair. This ideally should provide a balanced amount of pressure to you across the entire seat part of the chair. You need to take the time to test the seats you are interested in, even if you intend on eventually buying them online, to ensure they will accommodate your body shape and size. 

Chair Stability

You will find that if they don’t all come with caster wheels, most do. To benefit from the most stable chair possible, it needs to be suitable for the flooring in your office or at home. If there is not enough stability, slips and even accidents can occur.

Softer casters are best suited to hard floor surfaces, whereas hard casters are better for softer carpeted floors. The ergonomic chairs that provide the greatest amount of stability are those with five-point bases. 

Flexible Ergonomic Chair

Chair Weight Capacity

It makes sense that if we are going to discuss the height, size, and all those dimensions of ergonomic office chairs that we will also discuss weight capacity as an important consideration too. All chairs have different weight capacities and are not made equally. Therefore, it is important to choose one that can comfortably handle your weight. You will find that most offer weight capacities ranging from 250lbs to 400lbs. 

Obviously, this means you need to be honest with yourself. If you don’t choose the right chair that offers the right weight capacity, then it could lead to potentially wasting a lot of money on a chair that is not only uncomfortable but that could break and buckle under the excessive pressure it is not designed to handle.

In Summary

You may not have initially thought that it would require so much time and effort to choose a simple accessory such as a chair for your workplace, whether that’s in your home or at the office, however you will be glad that you did. When you feel comfortable and have good posture, you are more likely to feel motivated and productive, and able to fulfill the different responsibilities of your role. It will also help with your overall health and wellbeing too.

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Why Floral Stick On Wallpaper Could Be Perfect For Your Apartment

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James
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floral wallpaper

Floral wallpapers came a long way. Previously floral wallpapers were a thing of the past, making us remember the dining rooms of your grandmother.

They were a pain to put on the wall as they were stubborn when you wanted to peel them off. The newer wallpapers are made out of many different materials, making them easy to stick on or take off. The pieces don’t break when you are removing them and add the new beautiful design and color combination, and you have a recipe for effortless fantastic home decoration at a fraction of the price of decent wall paints.

Why would you consider Floral Stick-on Wallpapers?

A little girl sitting on the floor in front of a floral wallpaper

There are a handful of reasons you might like the idea of floral stick wallpapers. If you need a cheaper option for expensive wall paints, floral wallpapers are a viable option not just because of their price; no, they may look better than wall paint while also being a cheaper option.

For example, let’s assume you have an ugly spot on your wall, you have a few cracks or screw holes making your apartment look cheap. The solution might very merely be removable floral wallpapers. They hide the uglier parts of the walls, the cracks, holes, or in some cases, ugly paint that you thought would look good but ended coming out as a failure.

Suppose you are someone who is an experimental person, someone who loves to change up the look of their apartment often and likes the idea of leaving a personal mark and expressing their artistry side. In that case, floral paint again comes as a very appealing option.

Different Floral Wallpaper Implementation Ideas

A pink chair sitting in front of a floral wall with flowers on it

There are exciting ways to incorporate floral wallpapers in the various rooms inside your house. Once you get started, you can be very creative with the colors and types and how you decide to apply the floral wallpapers on your wall: half implementation, full implementation, hybrid implementation, and more.

During the half implementation, you want to apply the floral stick-on wallpaper, partially leaving half the wall blank. If the wall has a design of its own, find a floral wallpaper that complements the bare wall and try putting an accent divider in the middle through a decorative structure or another piece of floral wallpaper.

On full implementation, you will be covering each portion of the wall uniformly without leaving any blanks. When you have two walls perpendicular to one another, you can choose to only cover one wall with floral wallpaper while leaving the other as is. Likewise, you can opt to cover the whole room with floral wallpapers without leaving and nooks and crannies behind.

Balancing Floral Wallpaper with the Room

A bedroom with floral wallpaper and a bed

Wonderful blossoms settle upon a shocking decision for a room, and the intenseness of floral wallpapers is excessively famous. However, one need not consider the bustling of dividers of the pillars and walls when hanging or sticking on these wallpapers. Given the example of shading, the flower wallpaper will be the show’s main star. Adding wallpapers and craft right into the blend will often make the widespread impact of the wallpapers sloppy.

Yet, there are approaches to fix this. Pick a piece that doesn’t battle with the flower plan; it could share a portion of the tones. Or, on the other hand, pick a flower print that is curbed with not many shading varieties.

Utilize a broad tangle when outlining the image so that there is space between the picture and the backdrop for your eye to change. This will give the two components their visual due. The objective is to balance, not letting either dominate the other.

Another alternative is setting up a showcase of prints on a side table or an easel set up before the botanical backdrop. This will give you more room. Outlined mirrors are an ideal fit for occupied scenes. Casings can offer a shocking expression, cut and overlaid for a sentimental look; striking, metallic, or glass for a divider with geometric plans.

Different types of floral wallpapers

A table with two chairs and a vase with a plant on it

With time floral wallpapers found themselves in the midst of a diverse range of playful colors and patterns. The abstract designs in some wallpapers can sometimes connect to a person very deeply. This interestingly creates a sense of belonging that a lot of items, including the family heirloom, can sometimes fail to accomplish.

You have darker-toned low contrasted wallpapers for the bedroom. A romantic blend of flowers and the night sky conceptualized through the use of masterful color combination and a touch of elegance. The dark shade allows your eyes to rest and dwindle into a restful sleep.

For the living room and dining room, go for light shaded colors with lots of sunflowers or daisies. Yellow with a mix of orange and red can make for a killer combination. But if a color palette speaks to you, goes well with the room, and doesn’t conflict too heavily with the various elements of any given space, it would look fantastic.

Constellations and other designs inspired by astronomy are also popular options for kid’s bedroom and their playroom. You want the kids to be inspired by something; hence the stars, the constellations, and the astronomic elements can help you achieve just that.

Conclusion

In the end, choose what feels right. Don’t overthink things as long as you have a look that you enjoy; keep it. Do remember that you can swap floral beautiful wallpapers easily without having to put any thought into it. Be bold and take leaps of faith when you are struggling to settle on a specific design. If not floral wallpapers, opt for wallpapers with different abstract designs along the hallway of your house.

Some of the darker shades can create a false sense of space giving your house an illusion of having a wider space than it actually has. The addition of mirrors on top of that will help you accentuate the illusion much further, helping you gain decorations otherwise thought impossible.

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Get Best Tips to Choose the Right Mirror for Your Rooms

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James
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Mirror For Rooms

Looking for some interior design inspiration? Interior design is an increasingly elusive skill that requires attention to detail, industry expertise and a ton of creativity. To be successful, you must have a keen eye for it, and you must be able to keep up with emerging and existing trends. Rather than tackle the entire world of interior design, let’s keep our scope narrow and focus simply on the right mirror for your rooms in the house.

Mirrors are not only beautiful accessories to a well-designed room, but they also offer a number of additional benefits, such as brightening up the interior space or making a room feel larger and more spacious. Are you looking for some insight into the best type of mirror for specific areas of your house? Let’s go room by room to see what works best.

Bedroom Must Have Decorative Mirrors

Bedroom Must Have Decorative Mirrors

Your bedroom is your sanctuary. Because of this, you want it to be the most comfortable room in the house. Comfort comes not only from touch and feel but also from aesthetics. If you are looking for the best type of mirror for your bedroom, look into decorative mirrors.

Both functional and stylish, decorative mirrors offer a combination that will help turn your bedroom into a place of relaxation and elegance all at once. Because of their versatility, decorative mirrors come in a wide array of shapes and sizes, so they can fit seamlessly into any interior design.

Bathroom Should Have Frameless Mirrors

Bathroom Should Have Frameless Mirrors

Bathrooms are some of the sleekest rooms in the house. With stark contrast designs, such as black and white tilework, to keep a truly modern elegance in your bathroom the best type of mirror to choose is a frameless mirror.

Frameless mirrors are so ideal for bathrooms because they fit well within any bathroom design. Whether hung on a painted wall or a tiled wall and regardless of the wall color, a frameless mirror will become nearly flush with the surface. At the end of the day, the bathroom mirror is important for so many daily activities—drying hair, brushing teeth, putting on makeup—that the last thing you want is for it to be a sore sight. Keep your bathroom looking sleek with a new frameless mirror?

Dressing Room Should Incorporate Full-Length Standing Mirror

Dressing Room Should Incorporate Full-Length Standing Mirror

You never walk out of a dressing room until you have finished your look. However, there is only one way to ensure that your wardrobe is not missing any flair, and that is by incorporating the best type of mirror for this particular room: a full-length standing mirror.

Standing on their own typically leaned against a wall or against a stand, full-length standing mirrors offer you a full view of your entire outfit—head to toe. Want to make sure those boots go with that shirt? Want your hat to match your belt? You will have to incorporate a full-length standing mirror into your dressing room.

Hallway Must Use Large Framed Wall Mirror

Hallway Must Use Large Framed Wall Mirror

Hallways are so often grand passageways to other areas in a home, such as leading to the living room, kitchen, or bedroom area. For that reason, a mirror can make a narrow hallway look much more open and inviting, and it can add to the presentation leading up to the next room in the house. However, that begs the question, what is the best type of mirror for a hallway? To take full advantage of the space of a hallway, you should hang a large framed rectangular mirror or, if you are going for more of a classic look, one of these large french antique mirrors.

Large framed mirrors offer both class and sophistication to hallways. They brighten up and enlarge a corridor that would normally be potentially dark and cramped. They also provide an added style to an otherwise bare wall.

Kitchen Should Be Brightened Up with Antique Mirror Backsplash

Kitchen Should Be Brightened Up with Antique Mirror Backsplash

Need a strategy to brighten up your kitchen? The best type of mirror in kitchens is an antique mirror backsplash. A backsplash is essential in a beautiful kitchen. It not only protects the walls but also provides one additional area that can be used to make the space look open and elegant.

An antique mirror backsplash is a smart investment for any homeowner. They add shine and glamor. They make the kitchen look larger and brighter. Also, they are easy to install. They are durable. And lastly, they are easy to keep clean, so the time and money spent on maintenance are minimal.

Vanity Room Should Use LED Mirror

Vanity Room Should Use LED Mirror

Conclusion

No vanity room is complete without an LED mirror. LED mirrors are the best types of vanity mirrors because they offer the extra light necessary to view the finer details. For example, when putting on makeup or doing your hair, it is essential to have exceptional lighting. So, that no minutia is overlooked. You can feel increased confidence in getting ready in the morning after you install a new LED mirror in your vanity room.

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Helpful Tips for Garage Renovations

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James
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Garage Renovation

Many homeowners like to do a little renovation or remodeling now and then, often focusing on rooms like the kitchen or study and adding new furnishings and wall colors to breathe new life into the spaces they use and enjoy each day. One space that often goes overlooked when it comes to home renovations, however, is the garage.

It’s often the biggest individual room in the house, but too often, the garage is used for little more than storing bags and boxes of tools and random items, with many homeowners failing to make the most of its full potential. However, if you do want to get more out of your garage, there are a lot of different ways to do so.

Garages can be turned into everything, from games rooms and mancaves to office spaces, guest bedrooms, extended living areas, and more. Or, you can still use them for their intended purpose of storing items and keeping your vehicles safe, but redecorate and redesign them to truly make the most of all that floor space.

Remodeling a garage can seem like quite a big undertaking at first, and there are a lot of challenges and problems to solve along the way. However, with the right approach and proper planning, your garage renovation can be one of the best projects you ever take on, giving your home a huge new space to enjoy. Here are some tips to help out.

Use the Internet for Inspiration

Use the Internet for Inspiration

You might want to start a garage renovation project, but find that you don’t have too many ideas or feel in need of some inspiration to kick-start the whole thing. In these situations, the internet can become your best friend. In fact, it can be a veritable goldmine of inspiration and ideas for anyone planning some home design or DIY.

There are many sites out there that can help to give you the first initial ideas you need to get going on an incredible garage renovation project. Perhaps you’ll find a picture that inspires you to go in a certain direction, for example or a color scheme that fits your personality. You can even find tutorials, video guides, and more for improving your garage.

Save Money By Making the Most of What You Have

Save Money By Making the Most of What You Have for Garage renovation

Many people like the idea of upgrading their garage but worry about the costs of the project. One of the ways you can help to keep costs down is by upcycling, recycling, or simply making the most of the items you already have, rather than feeling like you need to invest in entirely new items for every part of the garage.

A lot of people feel like they need to buy a new garage door, for instance, but new doors can be costly. Instead, the right option for you may be to simply perform a little bit of garage door maintenance and improve the look and feel of your existing door. A new coat of paint or good scrub can help to breathe new life into old doors and revitalize your garage at a minimal cost.

Focus on Floors and Walls

Focus on Floors and Walls when Garage Renovations

If you’re not sure where to start with your garage renovation project, it’s often wise, to begin with, the basics: the floors and the walls. Garage floors can take a beating over the years, and many people don’t take the time to invest in them heavily, but these days, you can find high-grade epoxy flooring solutions for your garage that can withstand lots of weight and pressure without breaking.

The walls, too, often go overlooked and ignored in garages, leading to many of them looking boring, bland, and gray. A fresh coat of paint in a fun color can really help to change the whole look and feel of your garage, transforming it from a purely functional space into a room that you actually enjoy spending some time in. You can even paint the door the same color to match.

Think Outside of the Box for Storage

Think Outside of the Box for Storage when Garage Renovations

Garages are often used for storage purposes, and it’s easy to see why. They’re often quite large spaces, and you don’t tend to spend much time in them, so they’re ideal for all those boxes and bags of items you don’t really use for large parts of the year, like sporting goods or holiday decorations. Even when you renovate your garage, you can continue to use it for storage.

The key is to be smart about your storage solutions in the garage. Think outside of the box. Instead of stacking items in piles and filling every corner with your boxes, consider alternative storage solutions like overhead racks and wall shelves to save floor space. You can even consider investing in prefabricated storage units with dozens of shelves, drawers, and more for all your little items.

Don’t Forget Heat and Light

if you truly plan on spending more time in your garage after the renovation is done, you’ll need to make the place more comfortable, cozy, and welcoming for all. This means that you’ll need to focus on both heating and lighting, ensuring that the room gets adequate heat, even in the colder times of the year, as well as providing natural light if possible.

You can add windows to your garage to bring in more natural light or invest in attractive lamps and light fittings to brighten the place up. For heat, you can consider underfloor heaters or portable heating units, as well as potentially reinforcing your garage door with some fresh insulation and checking all the walls and windows for any cracks or gaps that could let the cold in.

Final Word

Garages can do so much more than serve as simple storage rooms for all your junk, and it can be so wasteful to fill up a garage with boxes and never actually take advantage of all that space. If you feel like taking on a new home project that could really enhance your lifestyle, the garage is a great place to begin.

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How To Choose The Right Flooring For Your Home

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Choose The Right Floorings

Selecting new flooring for your home can be a challenge. There are various materials available in the market to choose from with different options that go along with it. Remember that there are several considerations to ponder, such as the type of room, traffic flow, and many more.

The right flooring can significantly impact your house and alter the way your property looks and its ambiance. It would be best to get it right the first time as you have to live with your decision for a long time. Replacing new flooring with another one is not practical in any way.

When you plan a major renovation, which involves changing your home’s flooring, you should not rush with your decision and take time to figure out the flooring type you genuinely want. Always remember when it comes to practicality, choosing a floor type that matches the function of a room is an essential factor.

Let’s check out a few considerations to help you decide on the right flooring for your home:

Space 

When selecting the right flooring for your house, the first element to consider is the room. The shape and size are vital factors.

Remember that the floor you’ll choose works in the same way as the wall coverings and paint.  Light shades can help a small space feel more spacious, while a darker tone can provide warmth if needed.

The best approach is to obtain samples, whether a tile or carpet, from the local flooring supplier in your area and position them in the room. The sample can provide you with an idea of how it will blend in with the site and furnishings. Additionally, you’ll see how it will look at different times of the day.

space for Flooring

Style 

While you consider how the flooring will suit the current surroundings, it’s also best to think about the flooring style you want. You don’t want to get carried away while checking out a showroom or an online shop. The flooring should work well with what you have.

Choosing the suitable flooring style largely depends on your personal preferences, but make sure that it suits the current elements. If you don’t, it will cost more as you also need to make adjustments to the room’s furniture.

Type  

Once you figure out the style, space, and practicality of a room in your house that needs new flooring, you can think of the various types of flooring choices available in the market. The abundance of options might overwhelm you these days, but popular choices include vinyl, tile, carpet, and wood.

The factors above will influence the type of flooring you’ll choose, but it all depends on your personal decision. Once you settle on the kind of flooring for your house, you should also select the sub-type. If you choose a carpet for your home, you have to choose from various types such as acrylic, nylon, olefin, polyester, wool, and many more. If you prefer wood flooring, you can choose from hardwood or rustic boards. Don’t forget about the shape. Some will choose uniform squares, while others prefer long planks. With a lot of factors to consider, it makes the selection process a long one.

type of right flooring

Practicality 

If you’re on a budget, being practical is a must. You should consider the type of activities in a specific room. Always remember that the movement in a room is an important consideration. In kitchens, expect stains and spills, while bathrooms need appropriate flooring to endure continuous moisture exposure.

Budget 

Just like in any house project, flooring can range from an affordable to a costly endeavor. Before starting a project, you should set a budget and stick with it. When visiting showrooms and online pages, fight the urge to end up spending more.

Maintenance 

When selecting a flooring type for your home, you should determine if you’re eager to take on a routine of care and maintenance. The flooring that you’ll select has a significant influence on the amount of work it requires.

Vinyl flooring requires minimal maintenance, such as mopping and wiping now and then to keep it looking good as new. This type of flooring option can stay in good condition with minimal effort.

Wooden flooring requires a high level of maintenance. Although this flooring type stands out aesthetically, it requires effort to keep it looking great for years to come.

Conclusion 

Selecting the suitable type of flooring for your home can give it a new look. With the help of these tips, you can make the right decision and create the ideal environment for your home that will make it stand out for years to come.

11+ Stylish and Practical Jack and Jill Bathroom Ideas!

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Himadri Shakya
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Jack and Jill Bathroom Ideas

You may have already heard the famous nursery rhyme that has two brother-sister characters: Jack and Jill. But have you ever heard about the jack and jill bathrooms? It is a modern bath design that is known as Jack and Jill bathroom. By the way, this bathroom design has nothing to do with the whole story; it’s just the name! 

Not only in America, but this unique design concept can be seen all over the world. This bath layout helps save money, time for decoration, and organizing space with maximum effect. Don’t know about this bathroom idea? Read this blog, as today we’re going to tell you everything about Jack and Jill bathrooms. We’ve also listed some of the best modern bathroom ideas.

Are you living in a large family or sharing rooms with siblings? If yes, then you probably know the morning rush for the bathrooms. Getting ready for either work or school becomes more hectic when you’re sharing space with others. That’s where Jack and Jill bathroom design comes in handy. This design works best for houses with a couple of bedrooms or if you want to share a bathroom between two bedrooms or siblings.

So whether you live in a modern house or in a countryside residence, these designs will help you to design a perfect bath space. Many people nowadays include Jack and Jill bathroom interior design in their house plan or in the floor plan for future living space.

What is Jack and Jill Bathroom?

“A Jack & Jill bathroom is a shared bathroom that has separate sinks, but there is only a single bath/shower and toilet area.”

It is generally built between two bedrooms so that it can open to two or more bedrooms. Therefore it always has two or more entrances that open in a sharing area. You can say they are somewhat similar to the ensuite bath but in a more cost-effective way. 

Some people also call these types of the bathroom as “his-and-hers ensuite” as it features both communal and individual elements. A proper Jack and Jill arrangement consists of a bathroom with two entrances for two bedrooms, whereas a his-and-hers ensuite serves two members of a couple sharing one bedroom. For more information on ensuite bathrooms, read our previous blog on various types of an ensuite bathroom.

These shared bathroom floor plans have a single toilet and bath/shower area, but there are always two separate sinks or a double-sized shared sink with two taps. You can also include two mirrors or a double-sized one and some sets of storage. You can decorate or select the specific decors according to your style and taste. 

Benefits of Jack and Jill Bathroom

Why two sinks? This question might be coming to your mind after reading the above para. The answer is simple: with two sinks, people can easily and comfortably do their daily or frequent self-care tasks such as toothbrushing, shaving, and hairstyling in a shared bath. There are many more benefits; let’s know about the Jack and Jill bathroom pros and cons:

  • It saves both space and money.
  • The universal and unusual design looks really aesthetically pleasing.
  • You’ll get shared but a private bath. 
  • You will spend less time and money on decoration and finishing.
  • This design will teach your kids how to share their personal spaces. 
  •  It has easy access to multiple bedrooms. 
  • Everything will be organized and stored in one place. 

In addition to that, it also has great privacy as there will be locks on each entrance. This is also a drawback because you always have to carefully lock all the doors when you’re using the bath, and you have to unlock all of them again when not in use. But overall, a Jack and Jill bath adds great value to a house’s floor plan. 

11+ Stunning Jack and Jill Bathroom Ideas

Jack & jill bathroom layout will work for both contemporary and modern styled interiors. Below are thirteen examples of Jack and Jill bathrooms and his-and-hers ensuites to give you some inspirations. Here you can see how other people have set up a bathroom specifically designed to be shared. From traditional to beach style, the list has many types of baths. There’s sure to be a style you like in here! 

1. Modern Bath Design

Modern Bath Design jack and jill bathroom

With bright and white walls and a gorgeous patterned floor tile, doesn’t this bathroom look pretty? Here, there are twin black concrete basins that inject modernity and complete the monochromatic look perfectly. You can also add some hanging plants and wooden stool to bring natural vibes and warmth to your space. 

2. Small Jack and Jill Bathroom

Small Jack and Jill Bathroom jack and jill bathroom

This small transitional kids bathroom in Milwaukee features an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo. Here white tiles with marble have been used on the floors and walls to open up the area. A trough sink with double vanity and a niche makes the space interesting, and the white colors are making an illusion of a large space.  

3. Share The Sink

Share The Sink jack and jill bathroom

Another great idea for those people who live in tight spaces is this one. Instead of two sinks, how about having one large sink? Here is a concrete trough sink that features push-down taps and hidden faucets. 

Two symmetrical mirrors are placed for two persons, while the triple wall sconces will give an even distribution of light for both mirrors. The overall pattern is also interesting. The herringbone-patterned tiles are used on the floor with the eclectic ceramic sculpture arrangement on the wall. 

4. Navy Blue Bathroom Design

Navy Blue Bathroom Design jack and jill bathroom

Take a good look at the layout of the above bathing area. Here the toilet and shower zone is separate from the sinks, and it has its own locking door. So multiple people can use the space without interfering in any privacy. Also, a person can close the shower door and the main bath entrance door separately.

5. Luxurious Bathroom

jack and jill Luxurious Bathroom

Want to create luxe vibes in your bath? Install a double farmhouse sink with two sets of mixer taps. For a more modern touch, add timber wall paneling. You can also include the dark-toned vanity that matches well with the ceiling and wall paint. For lighting, go for sophisticated glass ball pendant lamps. 

6. Mid-Century Style

jack and jill Mid-Century Style bathroom

From sinks to mirrors, this bathroom has everything symmetrically. Here two doors are provided which are accessible from two bedrooms. Two rectangle sinks with two huge round mirrors are perfect for couples or kids. Under both the sinks, there is enough space for storing towels and napkins. Open shelving is common but is spacious enough to store all your bath essentials.  

7. Contemporary Bathroom

jack and jill Contemporary Bathroom

This contemporary bathroom design is a part of a house in San Francisco. There are two under-mount sinks, and everything is in white shade. The reason behind this is to make the bath area look spacious. That’s why instead of two short mirrors, one huge mirror is placed, which reflects the light and makes the bath bright. 

8. Industrial Style Jack and Jill Bathroom

Industrial Style Jack and Jill Bathroom

This bath design is quite different from the other designs. Here the Moroccan “tadelakt” technique for creating a seamless, watertight, mold-resistant wall treatment. If you love the industrial style, you can go with this bath concept. This bath is all about simplicity and minimalism, yet it embraces strong materiality due to the use of concrete and metals. 

9. Oceanfront Bathroom Design

jack and jill Oceanfront Design bathroom

Design your master bathroom or your kid’s bath in this beach style. The blue tiles on the wall with light wood cabinets are making a good pair. At the same time, the under-mount sinks, grey floor, and grey benchtops are perfectly complementing each other. 

10. Bold Yet Classic Bath Area

Bold Yet Classic Bath Area jack and jill bathroom

Navy blue and white is a timeless combo, and when you include marble, it becomes the classic combination! Not only this, here, many other types of metals have been used in different things such as brass hardware on the cabinet, chrome taps and faucets, gold-toned mirror frames, and black metal lights. The massive spray of foliage and the transparent lampshades are also looking great in this Jack and Jill designed bathroom. 

11. Black & White Transitional Bathroom

jack and jill Black & White Transitional Bathroom

If you’re out of color combo ideas, go for black and white. This is an evergreen combo that works in every type of bath space. Believe me; you’ll have a lot of fun while creating this functional Jack and Jill bathroom. The vanity cabinets are painted in black color, which looks really amazing with the white walls. 

12. Minimalistic Bathroom Decor

jack and jill Minimalistic Bathroom Decor

Another great Jack and Jill bath design includes minimalist decors. This ensuite has lightly industrial Parisian chic, and you can see it everywhere from the marble counter, striated wood vanity front, and remarkable slimline black light fixtures. This French Minimalism is so simple yet so stylish!

13. Beachfront Condo Jack-and-Jill Bathroom

Beachfront Condo Jack-and-Jill Bathroom

Owners of this bathroom have renovated it for their kids, and the results are in front of you. The Jack-and-Jill bathroom features a laid-back beach style, which is used by brother and sister. The blue cabinets, white walls, and light hardwood floors are making the space cozy and comfortable. Two under-mount sinks, marble benchtops, a grey floor, and a shower is perfect for this sharing bath. 

Final Thoughts

A “his and hers” ensuite or a multi-user “Jack and Jill” bathroom will double your fun and will allow you to bring in twice the elements you love. While remaining on budget, you can create a super functional space. It is perfect for larger families or kids to teach them responsibility, patience, and respect for other people’s privacy.

So, would you try this divisive new bathroom trend? There are many incredible Jack and Jill bathroom layout design plans available online. You can easily explore the possible configurations and figure out what works for your home. For more details, contact an expert in bathroom renovation or a licensed designer. They will help you work the design into your space. 

I hope you liked this blog on Jack and Jill bathroom ideas, and it gives you some inspiration. Feel free to share this article with your friends and family who might need help with renovating or designing their bathrooms. 

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This Is How You Make Your Place Rent Ready In Michigan

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James
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Make your Place Rent Ready

If your plans to rent out your Michigan home were scuppered, you are not alone. The world changed drastically, and travel between states became impractical or even illegal at times. The chances of finding a tenant went down, and even if you tried to lower your price, you may have struggled to find someone.

The states with the busiest cities, like New York, have inevitably seen rental prices hit quite badly, considering the greater economic impact COVID-19 had on residents already pressed for cash. In Michigan, on the other hand, you are likely to get tenants at the same rent as they would have paid pre-pandemic.

In order to take advantage of the opportunities for rent now presenting themselves, here is what you need to do.

Make Your Place Rent Ready

Designate a Workspace

Whether or not people are back at the office, we have all learned to appreciate the importance of a home workspace. Those individuals who weren’t lucky enough to have a quiet place away from their living spaces to work had a difficult time getting anything done or separating work from play.

If your rental doesn’t have any extra space for work available, there’s not much you can do. But if you have an extra room or even a small space in a quiet corner, mention to potential tenants that they can use it as a designated workspace.

Even people who were not working had the need for separated space during lockdowns, so you can even bring it up as a possible hobby space.

Include Michigan Renters Insurance in the Lease

Michigan has a number of natural hazards that can cause unexpected damage or loss of property. Because of the occasional flooding or even tornadoes, homes and possessions are never totally safe (as is the case anywhere in the world). There is also always the possibility of accident or theft.

I have no doubt you already have insurance on the property you are renting out. However, you can also require renters insurance in the lease. Renters insurance Michigan covers the possessions of your tenant and can include personal liability. This has a number of potential benefits for you as the property owner.

For one thing, an unanticipated disaster will not leave them struggling to make ends meet. Items they need for day-to-day use or for work will be replaceable without having to compromise on rent. If they cause accidental harm to someone else or another person’s property, their renter’s insurance may pay, so that they don’t get caught paying back the money they don’t have.

Furthermore, with personal liability insurance, damages they cause to your property may be paid for. This would cover the deductibles charged by your insurance, as well as preventing your claims record from taking a hit.

Renters insurance is very affordable, and shouldn’t impact the amount you are able to charge for rent.

Include Michigan Renters Insurance in the Lease

Keep Capital on Hand

Ideally, you should not be relying on your rental income from your Michigan property to pay the bills. The reality is that there is not enough certainty at the moment for that to be advisable. So, if you are considering dipping into your savings to renovate the place (or for any personal purpose), think again.

There are a number of reasons to always have capital on hand as a property owner. In usual times, there will always be maintenance and repairs that you are responsible for. In crazy times like these, there is too high a possibility that your tenant will be unable to pay rent or have to leave.

Bottom line

If you have used up much of your capital, you won’t be able to see these scenarios through. You will end up with an empty property that you are still struggling to pay off.

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What Are the Benefits of Installing a Vertical Platform Lift?

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James
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Vertical Platform lift

If you are looking for an excellent replacement for stairs, a vertical platform lift is the best option for you. Be it a deck, garage, or porch that you need to access, the vertical platform will resolve it. Now, we know, you can be skeptical of the idea, but after reading this piece of article you will be completely convinced with the idea of installing vertical platform lifts for your home. 

Before we proceed with listing the benefits of using these vertical platforms, let’s just understand what vertical platform is – 

What Are Vertical Platform Lifts? 

Vertical Platform Lift

Vertical platform lifts are substitutes to the stair that provide easy access to the outside of the house. Sometimes, it is called Porsche lift. This alternative to stairs can also help transport the scooter as well as wheelchair from one level to another, just by pushing a button. Besides being an easier substitute to move up and down, this option is also quite cost-efficient. 

Why Consider Switching to Vertical Platform Lift Over Wheelchair Ramps? 

Swiching for Vertical Platform Lift

Vertical platform lifts have many pros. Being more convenient than stairs is not the only reason to switch to these vertical lifts. These lifts in fact can effortlessly transport 750 pounds. The height of these lifts is usually around 14 feet. Safety sensors installed in these vertical lifts also makes them a great choice. In addition to this, these lifts are weather resistant and are great with battery backup. 

Highlights 

  • Height around 14 feet 
  • Transport 750 pounds 
  • Great battery backup
  • Often comes with 2-year warranty

Some Major Reason to install a vertical platform lift is the increased safety. With these lifts, safety gets to the next level. These are commonly used for wheelchair users, elders, kids, and more. In addition to that, these platforms make difficult pathways of the home easily accessible. Let’s discuss these pros one by one. 

  • Easy Mobility 

In comparison to the wheelchair ramps, a vertical platform lift is a much safer option. In wheelchair ramps, you still need to put the effort into wheeling the wheelchair up and down, but in the case of vertical lift, all it takes is the push of a button. 

  • Compact Design

We understand that wheelchair ramps are not great when it comes to designs because of the space issues in your home. With platform lift, this issue is resolved. These lifts are designed to fit any space and are quite small and compact. 

  • Cost-Effective 

Cost-effectiveness is another reason why you should consider choosing platform lifts instead of wheelchair ramps. These lifts are quite economical and come with easy installation. 

  • Curb Appeal 

When it comes to choosing the right accessibility accessory for your home, Home-owner’s Association (HOA) restricts the options. There are many neighborhoods that prohibit the installation of ramps or restrict their installation through the garage. In comparison to the wheelchair ramp, vertical platform lifts are much more discrete and can be easily hidden or colored to match and appear as a part of your home. 

Wheelchair V/s Vertical Platform Lift | Which Is Better for Your Home? 

Wheelchair V/s Vertical Platform Lift

Understanding the needs, we would recommend the use of platform lift because of all the reasons mentioned above. Majorly these lifts won’t destroy the appealing view of your house which wheelchair ramps won’t be able to do. With the ease of operation in comparison to the wheelchair ramps, vertical platform lifts will definitely stand out. With the ease of operation, we mean that the lifts are operated with a simple push of a button. This definitely makes it much more convenient. 

So, in short, if you are looking to improve the accessibility in your home for elders or specially-abled people, we highly recommend the use of vertical platform lifts. These lifts come in different varieties and colors to match with the house color you can pick from. So, what are you waiting for? Hurry! And contact the best platform vertical lift provider near you today. 

Conclusion 

Vertical platform lifts help promote senior independence & ease mobility. These lifts are designed to ease access to the inaccessible areas of your house. You can move levels up and down using a simple push-button.

There are many providers who can help you with the vertical platform lift installation. All or any challenges that you might face with the installation of a lift can be resolved easily by the professionals like Ezaccess who can help you through this installation. 

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5 Tips for Planting Backyard Trees

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Planting Backyard Tree

Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, everyone—aside from essential workers—was told to stay at home to avoid contracting the virus. Consequently, people tried finding new hobbies to entertain themselves during their extended time at home. For those lucky enough to own a huge backyard, caring for plants became something they found joy in during quarantine. Aside from planting flowers and crops, some people have also made use of their time to plant trees that will bear fruit in the future. 

If you’re one of these lucky people with expansive yard space but are unsure how to go about utilizing it, you’re in luck—this article will take you through the steps of planting backyard trees.

What Are Backyard Trees?

Backyard trees can be any kind of as long as when they grow they continue to fit inside your designated space. However, there are certain kinds of trees recommended online that are easier to tame and take care of. A few examples of these are dogwood, American holly, eastern redbud, red oak, silver maple, etc. You can choose whatever type of tree you like as long as it gives you joy and happiness.

Planting Backyard Trees

Benefits of Trees

Trees offer a lot of environmental benefits. Aside from giving shade and providing shelter to birds and other critters, trees also produce oxygen and filter the air from dust and particles that might cause illnesses and allergies, purifying the air around us. When there are storms, trees also prevent flooding and water runoff, which keep us safe and stabilize soil with their roots. Trees also help cool the environment, especially if there many of them in one place.

How to Plant Backyard Trees

Prepare Your Tools

Before mulching your soil and planting the seed, make sure you have all the equipment you need to plant your tree. Having your tools prepared and beside you will make the process easier. Likewise, wearing protective equipment will keep you from accidentally hurting yourself when handling your tools or any rough material in the soil like rocks.

preparation for Planting Backyard Trees

Find the Right Spot

Before you plant your tree, plan out where you want to put it first. Decide which part of your garden you want it to be and evaluate whether that spot is the best place for it. Remember that your tree will soon grow to be bigger and taller than you, so you need to consider what the tree might cover in the near future and how much space it will need to flourish.

Dig a Hole for It

Dig a hole where you will place your seedling. Before doing so, make sure to research the recommended depth at which you should plant your chosen tree. Likewise, make sure there are no stumps and rocks so that it can freely spread its roots. Sometimes, stumps can be difficult to remove, which is why there are specialists like Tree Menders who can help you out with this difficult feat. Aside from this, they can also help maintain your tree in the future by trimming and pruning it. If you need more assistance, they can even plant the tree for you.

Prepare the Roots of the Tree

Be careful in handling the tree’s roots. These are what will help your tree grow big and beautiful. The roots will spread out through the dirt and collect all the nutrients your tree will need in the future. Depending on the type of tree you will be planting, learn how to properly spread out the roots or keep them wet before burying them on the ground.

Cover It Up and Tend to It

Once you’re finished putting your tree in place, carefully cover it with soil. It will take years for your tree to grow out as big as it’s supposed to, so the only thing you can do right now is to be patient and give it proper support. You can do this by diligently watering your tree and making sure it’s placed somewhere with enough sunlight. Likewise, make it a habit to remove weeds that grow near your tree so that your sapling won’t have to compete for the soil’s nutrients. Your patience and perseverance in growing and tending your tree will pay off in the future.

Planting and maintain trees is one of the best things you can do to help nature heal. While your goal is to beautify your home and surroundings, the impact it has on the environment will be evident. It is something a lot of people will be thankful for in the future.

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