Author: TaiteFloor
Sherry’s post a few months ago about what furniture & decor we still own after downsizing was the first time I’d looked back at photos of our previous house in a while. It was a fun walk down memory lane (how has it been 2.5 years since we moved?!). It also jogged my memory about how much “extra house” we used to have. As in, full rooms that were so under-utilized that I’d almost forgotten about them! Don’t get me wrong: we loved that house. But, as you know, it was a much bigger house than we realized we needed…
My local shop is taking shape and will be opening in Sonoma County, California in May. I’ve had a few people stop by the studio and ask me about the picture frames I’m using to showcase the art and photography, so I’ve rounded up six frames I’ve used repeatedly (in the shop and in past spaces) that are both attractive and affordable for displaying mid to large scale wall art. This natural wood frame with clean lines and a subtle curved detail is available at Target for print sizes 18×24” and 24×36”, pictured with the Sailor’s Delight art print. …
My local shop is taking shape and will be opening in Sonoma County, California in May. I’ve had a few people stop by the studio and ask me about the picture frames I’m using to showcase the art and photography, so I’ve rounded up six frames I’ve used repeatedly (in the shop and in past spaces) that are both attractive and affordable for displaying mid to large scale wall art. This natural wood frame with clean lines and a subtle curved detail is available at Target for print sizes 18×24” and 24×36”, pictured with the Sailor’s Delight art print. …
This post may contain references or links to products from one or more partners of our parent company and/or subsidiaries of our parent company. For more information, visit this page. January 8, 2023 Looking for the best garage flooring options? You’ve found the right place to start! After all, the best garage flooring for your house might be different than the one for your neighbors. Each family uses this bonus space differently! If that sounds a little overwhelming, have no fear—we’re here to help. Below, we’re going to go over all the things you need to consider when choosing your garage…
Bottle houses, straw houses, tree houses—no matter what you call them, a holiday home always brings a smile to our faces. And, while quite a few people have built their dreams out of pure creativity, material and time remained the limiting factors! However, with a bit of thinking outside the box, and if you really want to make it happen, you too can create your own beach home. Brick by brick if need be… That said, there are so many things to do and remember before building a home at the beach, it’s easy to forget or miss necessary steps…
When you think of recycling, you probably envision old newspapers, bottles, and even boxes lying around the house. What if we told you that you could recycle the water in your fibreglass pool as well? You should consider recycling the water in your pool every five years. Evaporation, with time, ends up taking the fresh water out of the pool. Minerals as well as byproducts that are present in tap water are left behind after the pool water evaporates. There are also chemicals in the pool water, from all the pool chemicals that were added to it. As part of…
Along with the toilet and bathtub, bath towel bars are essentials that are usually overlooked because they are just relevant to the look of the bathroom. However, even if they are not styled into the design of these two important parts, they should not be taken for granted. If you think about it, towel bars are one of the many things in your bathroom that you use every day and one of the places where you could use fancy accessories to add to the design. Aside from being mere decorations on your bathroom timetable, bath towel bars serve several functions.…
It is a common misconception that engineered wood is of a lesser quality then solid wood. “What is the difference between solid wood flooring and an engineered wood floor?” This is a question that we get asked all the time here at Discount Taite Floor Depot as most individuals are unaware of the differences between a solid and an engineered floor and what one is more suited for their individual needs. It is a common misconception that engineered flooring is a cheaper alternative to solid wood flooring as many believe it is of a lesser quality. This is however, not…
A kitchen renovation doesn’t have to be a daunting prospect as budgeting for a kitchen remodel is dependent on your personal choice and style. The cost of a new kitchen spans an enormous range from £5000-£15,000 and way beyond, but whatever your taste you can cut down on costs and still bring your dream kitchen to life. We’ve asked Alex from Smartline Kitchens for his expert opinion on what influences the prices of a kitchen renovation and how to prepare for such a complex home project. Here are his tips on how to estimate the budget of a kitchen renovation…
Back in October we ran a survey to discover which home improvement projects give our homeowners the shivers… What if the monsters coming out for all-hallows-eve were not the scariest part of Halloween? What if home improvement projects – house extensions – kitchen installations – even garage conversions – were giving us a real case of the heebie-jeebies? Get ready, take a seat, prepare to be well and truly spooked as Rated People walk you through the top 10 most scary home improvement jobs. Ready to start your own home improvement journey? Find a vetted, local tradesperson today. FIND A…