Articles filed under Decor
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Reclaimed wood's past adds character to decorFeb 09, 2020 6:00 am - In their new book, ''Reclaimed Wood: A Field Guide'' (Abrams, 2019), woodworkers Alan Solomon and Klaas Armster close with an imagined recounting of one tree's story fro...
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Living large in a smaller houseFeb 08, 2020 5:00 am - With the current trend toward decluttering and downsizing, there are plenty of books about how to winnow down possessions to the few that are truly necessary and loved. ...
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Cabinet is on cusp of Arts & Crafts eraFeb 02, 2020 6:01 am - Q: This is a photo of an antique oak cabinet that we inherited from my husband's great-grandmother. There are four adjustable shelves on each side and behind glass doors...
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Country houses should evoke a relaxed, casual lifestyleFeb 02, 2020 6:00 am - Editor's note: Joseph Pubillones is taking some time off. The following column originally published in 2014. For many, living in country houses is as common as living i...
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The story behind some colorful paint namesFeb 02, 2020 6:00 am - Ever wonder how paint colors get their names? If you're shopping for pink, say, you'll find dozens of shades referencing roses, bubble gum and shells. There are some ext...
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Inheriting the fine china? Many younger folks say no thanksFeb 01, 2020 6:00 am - Last summer, I cleaned out the house where my grandmother lived for 60 years. Every nook and cranny was filled with something — papers, mugs, old photographs, knickknack...
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Homeowners attempt to be more environmentally friendlyJan 30, 2020 10:00 pm - As concerns about global warming, pollution, habitat loss and plastic islands in the Pacific grow, more and more households are making small, daily changes to live a mor...
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Mahogany chair carving features North WindJan 26, 2020 6:01 am - Q: We have enclosed a photo of a mahogany wood chair that is decorated with unique carvings. We believe it is the face of the North Wind, and it has never been refinishe...
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When downsizing, create a calm, simplified lifestyleJan 26, 2020 6:00 am - I can't believe I'm moving again. It's been five years in my current condo, but an empty nest is not for me. So I'm downsizing to open the doors for more travel and new ...
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Startups see a market in renting couches by the monthJan 25, 2020 6:00 am - NEW YORK — Zachariah Mohammed's living room is filled with stuff he doesn't own. He pays $200 a month for the sofa, side table, bar cart, dining table and four chairs in...