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INTERIOR REMODELING PANTONE COLOR TRENDS FOR 2021

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  Every new year is the start of something brand new–bringing with it a breath of fresh air, along with a palette of bold new paint color trends . If you love decorating your home and keeping up-to-date with all the latest interior design trends, then you will surely enjoy the simplest decorating task of all: repainting your space with a fresh coat of pain in the shade of the pantone of the year. Doing so will completely transform the vibe and aesthetics of your home. 2021’s Colors of the Year: Illuminating & Ultimate Gray Over the last few years, minimalism has become one of the cornerstones of interior design. And by the looks of it, that is not going to change anytime soon. However, homeowners are gradually changing their approach on minimalism. Instead of keeping rooms cold and silent with neutral and monochromatic colors, 2021’s color trends are shifting towards rooms with a splash of warmth and humanity. Pantone announced that its 2021’s colors of the year are Ultimate Gr...

A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ON HOW TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND MAINTAIN YOUR TILES AND GROUTS

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  Tiles are a timeless classic when it comes to bathroom flooring, and even walls because of its immense durability. However, the same cannot be said for grouts. These tiny crevices usually get dirty quicker than any other parts of your bathroom. And if the grouts look dirty, the tiles tend to look dirty too. Grout is used as spacing between the tiles to bind them together, prevent chipping or cracking, and it keeps out water from seeping underneath the tiles. It is a combination of cement, sand, and water. Given its composition, this mixture is porous and it absorbs liquids very easily. Not only that, this spacing between the tiles also accumulate dirt, grime, and sometimes, even nasty molds. And although the grout do not usually make up much of the bathroom, they are most noticeable when dirty. And sometimes, the grout may not be even dirty – it only looks like it is because it has absorbed liquids that make it look dirty. How to Clean Tough Grout Stains Grout–especially light-co...

SMART LIVING: TOP 5 MODERN IDEAS FOR YOUR SMART BATHROOM

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  With the advent of modern technology , living is becoming easier and more convenient–all thanks to brilliant inventions that reduce the need to exert effort to accomplish tasks. For instance, with the introduction of smart bathroom appliances, it is possible for you to wake up in the morning and find the bathroom floor already warm, the shower water is already at your ideal temperature, and your favorite wake-up song is playing automatically in the background. These are not merely musings from a science fiction movie, it is indeed possible with the following smart bathroom gadgets. 1. Smart Showers With smart  showers , you can set your preferred water temperature and it will automatically adjust it for you so that you can bathe in just the right warmness of water. Hence, it is time to say goodbye to the times where showering is either too freezingly cold or scaldingly hot. On top of that, you can also play music straight from the shower. How cool is that? And to further amp...

WHAT CAUSES COUNTERTOP CRACKS AND WHAT CAN YOU DO ABOUT IT?

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  Although bathroom countertops are not usually subjected to much use and abuse, over time, it would inevitably get countertop cracks or chipped. When this happens, the first thing you have to do is to diagnose what caused such damage and avoid doing it repeatedly. This information is vital in determining which type of materials are required to get the job done appropriately. Only then you can begin the process of your countertop cracks repair. Is it a Fissure or a Crack? The first thing you’re gonna wanna do is to examine the countertop damage and determine whether it is a fissure or a crack to know its cause. Fissures are naturally occurring in many types of stones used in countertops. This term is used in the stone industry to describe a visible separation along the crystalline boundaries that naturally occur in the stone. Oftentimes, a fissure does not necessarily go through the entire depth of the stone and it is very narrow. For reference, it is so narrow that you can’t push ...

PLUMBING 101: HOW TO CAULK SHOWER AND BATHTUB TRIM

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  Everyone understands the need to   caulk  the long seams between the wall and the edges of a bathtub/shower pan, or along the rails of a  shower door . However, most people often overlook the smaller seams around escutcheon plates and the various rings or caps concealing the holes where plumbing pipes or faucet valves come through the wall. Though often ignored, caulking these joints are absolutely vital because otherwise, water can easily seep within them and into the wall. If this happens, the stagnant water in the wall can lead to mold growth, rotting, and it may even leak into the ceiling or floor cavity below the shower or tub. As for the best caulk to use in a shower, it is definitely a silicone caulk as it is designed for plumbing applications. It has good adhesive properties and it will not only seal cracks, but also hold trim pieces to the wall. This caulk is often sold in full-size tubes designed to fit a caulk gun. But if you are looking to caulk trims ,...