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Nancy MartinMadden
Nancy Martin is a design consultant for Horton's Furniture. She has been with Horton's for 15 years. Nancy has extensive experience in color coordinating, furniture placement, room design, and accessorizing. Nancy is happy to assist with any decorating problems. You can contact her at (316) 722-5090, or visit her at Horton's, 10915 W. Kellogg, Thursday thru Monday.
Interior Decorating
2004-07-01 10:52:00
Redecoration stagnation?
It seems like we spend most of our time in high traffic areas when it comes to redecorating, but unfortunately, the one room we cherish most- the master bedroom- suffers from "redecoration stagnation." If one has a pretty good sized room, what are some of the things that can be done to bring it up to par with the rest of the house?
ANSWER:  The master bedroom should be an oasis in your home, a place to unwind from hectic schedules and ever increasing daily demands. The first thing you need to do is get rid of the clutter. I'm talking computers, ironing boards, sewing machines, electronic games........ and so on. The least expensive way to change the look of any bedroom is a comforter set and new paint. Keeping in mind the way the rest of your home is decorated, chose a color scheme that says relax. If you purchase the comforter first, it will help inspire the paint choice. The bedroom furniture does not need to match. Decide what pieces will make the biggest impact in the room. It is not always the bed, however I think a comfortable mattress set is a must. People tend to keep their bedding for many years, sometimes passing it down through the family. If you purchase a set of bedding that will accommodate your sleep habits you just won't believe the difference it will make in how you feel when you wake up and how refreshed you will feel during the day after a good nights sleep.You may want to start with an armoire or dresser and mirror. If carpet or flooring need replaced, don't forget, area rugs come in all shapes and sizes, and so many different themes that I almost always use them in the master bedroom. If room allows, another nice touch is a cozy chair and ottoman. A place to settle in with a good book. A basket full of assorted magazines and a soft chenille throw can really make a chair inviting.  Don't forget, decorative screens, silk trees or plants are great accessories for the master bedroom. Also pillows all sizes and colors are available but you need pillows and lots of them. Last but not least, lighting, both natural and artificial are very important. If the sun is going to wake you to early, or your a day sleeper you need to invest in room darkening shades or blinds. When choosing bedside lamps, three-way bulbs are nice. Soft, subtle light along with a reading light are usually needed in a bedroom. Light a few candles with a soft clean scent at the end of the day. Keep them on a tray with cloth napkins and a vase with just a few flowers, what a nice touch. While this room needs to flow with the rest of the house, it should be a place where you feel totally at peace. My favorite place to be in my home after a tough day is my bedroom. It's a warm embrace, a gentle hug, a place to nestle and relax....enough for now, I'm ready to go upstairs to my oasis...
 
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