Discovering Excellence in Every Detail: Why Top Knobs Stands Out in the Decorative Hardware Industry
In the realm of decorative hardware, one name consistently echoes as a hallmark of quality and design excellence: Top Knobs.
In the realm of decorative hardware, one name consistently echoes as a hallmark of quality and design excellence: Top Knobs.
Our most gift-giving holidays, Christmas and Hanukkah, are both right around the corner. Consider giving a different kind of gift this year. Instead of wrapping a box with more “stuff” that she doesn’t really need, remodel her bathroom! Here are a couple simple ideas below!
When the space you’re trying to decorate is small, it can make things more difficult, but the idea above works great for any size bathroom, including
Recently I walked into a friend’s home and admired the brand new kitchen backsplash, enjoying the smooth, even finish of the tile. The dark brown lines between the natural stone mosaic with linear stripes looked amazing! The dark brown brought the lighter colored backsplash to life—the contrast of brown against ivory accentuated the beauty of the tiling project. Yet much of the magic of it was created by the dark brown lines—which were not even part of the actual tile! Over a cup of coffee, I received a quick lesson on grouting.
Do you remember your schooling years? Colors and creativity were at their best!
As an adult, we don’t always get the chance to relive those happy memories. But there are actually plenty of ways for adults to get creative again and have fun with colors. Grouting tiles is one way to do that—I kid you not.
Usually, choosing the tile you want will give you a clear idea about the theme of the space... or maybe you choose
Grout and mortar are two different items with different uses. Mortar is the foundation on which the tile rests; it makes the tile stable. The process of grouting starts after the tiles are laid on the mortar and the mortar dries.
Grouting is an essential step, not just for a great look, but to ensure your tiles are completely set and to fill the spaces between the tiles. It does not waterproof your tiles, but it does protect them. The expansion and contraction of tiles results in tiles butting into each other resulting in the chipping of tiles.
Without grouting, even miniscule gaps can allow moisture or dirt to seep through the tiles and there is absolutely no way to reach down and clean these spaces. Over time, the tiles can come unglued! Clearly, grouting is a necessity.
Which type of grout powder to use?
Grout powder is essentially cement mixed with polymers and pigments. Just open the pack, mix with water and it is ready to use. Mainly three
Reaching out to people with your creative ideas has never been so easy! The explosion in social media platforms connects you to millions across the world. One of the most popular social media platforms, Pinterest, is great for showcasing DIY projects. Pinterest is very user-friendly, is available as a mobile app as well as a website (similar to Facebook) and is brilliant for hosting visual content such as DIY projects, videos etc.
The problem many potential DIYers face is the fear of stepping from the role of pinning other peoples’ projects, to that of starting your own project from the hundreds or thousands you’ve already pinned on your smart phone.
You may have even bought all the supplies to put together your project, but have been procrastinating because you are not sure about how it will eventually turn out. That's okay, and we've all been there before. Here are some sure-fire methods to help you overcome your fears and get your projects rolling.
Whenever my husband and I tour a model home, I find myself testing out the kitchen drawers to check out their closing capabilities. It’s an odd thing to look for in a model kitchen, I know. But for me, it’s the little details that really make the difference.
Back in the reality of our not so model home, we are on a mission. Our goal over the next few years is to update and upgrade our 15-year-old house. We’re tackling projects that encompass both design and function. And, we’re starting by upgrading the kitchen drawers with soft close ball bearing drawer slides.
A self-closing hinge is a unique type of cabinet hinge that is specifically designed to close by itself, ensuring that you don’t have to push a cabinet door completely shut in order to securely close it. These hinges come in many different styles, so you can find one that matches your cabinet door and your decorative style.
Common Uses and Applications