Bathroom Window Treatments

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Water and Heat Resistent Window TreatmentsHave you considered if the window treatments used in your bathroom are effective for your needs? Here are a few window covering ideas to keep in mind.

  • Bathrooms are rooms that are exposed to damp and humid conditions.
  • When considering the perfect window dressing for your bathroom, remember to keep the specific temperature of your room in mind.
  • Shutters and blinds are available that are made from water and heat resistant materials – They do not warp despite the heat or moist temperature conditions.
  • Faux Wooden Blinds (also known as Composite Blinds) are resistant to fading, warping, yellowing, and bowing. They are ideal for areas high in heat and moisture. They are also available in a variety of color choices.

No matter which selection you prefer for your bathroom window covering, One Stop Decorating can help you achieve your perfect room. We specialize in blinds, shades, shutters, draperies, and décor for your home. With over 30 years of experience, we are confident that we are the most qualified company to assist you with any and all of your home decorating needs.

Designing Your Contemporary Bedroom

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Designing Your Contemporary BedroomWhen designing your modern bedroom, it is important to keep in mind your personal style in regards to paint colors, art, and furniture textures.

Here are a few design tips that are frequently used within contemporary bedrooms:

Curtains or Blinds

Floor to ceiling curtains are commonly seen in modern style bedrooms. It is a way to open up the room. Textures to consider using in a contemporary bedroom would be silk or sheer curtains. Blinds and shades are also commonly seen in contemporary bedrooms – consider white or wood. When choosing between curtains or blinds, consider the natural light you want to enter your room and the color schemes in your room.

Light Fixtures

Light is an important aspect to consider while designing your contemporary bedroom. Sleek light fixtures often add a modern feel, while lamps are a great way to incorporate functional, modern furniture.

Wall Space

It is important to have empty wall space to open the room up. However, one way to emphasize this is through the use of mirrors. Mirrors allow for rooms to appear larger than they are, while adding that contemporary décor to your room.

Bedding

Vibrant bedding can be used as a splash of color if offset by neutral colors around the room.

Be open to design options when considering a modern, contemporary bedroom. However, it is most important to choose colors, furniture, and art that you are comfortable with. We at One Stop Decorating understand how important it is to design your perfect room. One stop Decorating Center is a family owned and operated business for over 30 years. We pride ourselves in making sure our customers are our top priority. One Stop Decorating can be found at one of our four locations in the Kansas City area including Shawnee, Lee’s Summit, the Northland, and Overland Park. We are confident that our experienced design team will be able to assist you with any and all of your decorating needs.

Decorating the Perfect Nursery

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Tips for Decorating a NurseryDeciding how you want to decorate your perfect nursery can be difficult. At a moment in life when you are extremely busy, it’s hard to find the time to create the perfect haven for your newborn baby. Here are a few decorating tips to keep in mind:

Colors

Although colors represent and emit different emotions in a room remember that your nursery does not have to be limited to blue, pink, or white. You can use neutrals or pops of color as a way to uniquely brighten up your new baby’s room.

Wall Decorations

The walls of your nursery can be painted with designs or pictures, which will lie flat on the wall. You can also use family photos or mirrors framed with up-cycled materials or new frames. Wallpaper is also another creative way to style your room.

Furniture

Nursery beds, bookcases, and shelving are available in a variety of colors and materials. It is important to choose what will reflect the feeling and décor you want from your nursery. The possibilities are endless.

Window Treatments

Considering the appropriate amount of natural light you want to enter your nursery involves choosing the right shutters, shades, blinds, or draperies. Dark window treatments that block a lot of natural light are most commonly used in bedrooms. Sheer window treatments provide light and airy feelings that can warm and compliment a room. Blinds most commonly come in wood, faux wood, or metal while other window treatments come in a variety of materials and fibers.

Remember – the decorating style you choose for your nursery can be traditional, modern, or a combination of both. Your new family will be able to thrive and grow in your perfect nursery. We at One Stop Decorating are proud to offer our customers our experience and expertise with our four store locations located in Shawnee, Lee’s Summit, the Northland, and Overland Park. We are the largest independent, full line decorating resource in the Kansas City area.

 

Mirrors As a Decorating Accent

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Where to Put and How to Use MirrorsMirrors are a key-decorating accent. The use of mirrors provides light and depth into rooms.

Here are things to consider about placing a mirror in your room –

  • Mirrors can be used to reflect and emphasis color strategically in a room.
  • Mirrors can be the main focal point in a room.
  • Mirrors can create simplicity within a space.
  • Mirrors can brighten a room, creating luminosity through strategic reflection.
  • Mirrors can provide a dramatic statement for a smaller room while creating the optical illusion that the room is larger than it is.

Mirrors are unique as a decorating tool as they come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. They allow for endless arrangements and possibilities when it comes to decorating your home. Different looks can be achieved depending on your room and the type of mirror chosen. For example, mirrors can be used to line a bathtub for a trendy, urban feel whereas a full-length mirror can be elegantly placed in a formal dining room. No matter the specific technique used, mirrors open up spaces and create beautiful accents. They allow for creativity while putting a finishing touch in a room.

One Stop Decorating Center is a family owned and operated business for over 30 years. We pride ourselves at making sure our customers are our top priority. One Stop Decorating can be found at one of our four locations in the Kansas City area, including; Shawnee, Lee’s Summit, Northland, and Overland Park. We are confident that our experienced design team is able to assist you with any and all of your decorating needs. Let the experts assist you in making your house a home.

Choosing the Perfect Paint Color

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Choose and Buy the Perfect Paint ColorChoosing the perfect paint color can be difficult. Colors are powerful and evoke emotions. It is important to choose the perfect paint color for each room in your home. Here are a few common color associations to keep in mind when choosing the right paint color to accent your rooms.

 

Red – Red is an intense hue most commonly associated with love. In decorating, the color red is most commonly used as an accent. It should be used as a color to attract attention.

 

Blue – Blue is a popular paint color. It causes the opposite reaction of red. It creates feelings of calm and relaxation. In decorating, blue is commonly used in bedrooms, producing feelings of tranquility and peacefulness. People are also known to be more productive in rooms that are blue.

 

Green – Green is known to be the easiest color on the human eye. In decorating, green is the most popular color used. It is a color that most commonly represents nature.

 

Yellow – Yellow is a color that represents happiness and sunshine. In decorating, yellow is not a common color used. The color yellow, while associated with optimism, is harsh on the eyes and can be overused.

 

Purple – Purple is a color commonly associated with luxury, wealth, and sophistication. As purple is not a common color, overuse in decorating should be avoided.

 

White – White is a color that reflects light and openness. White is a common color used in decorating. It is a neutral color that goes with everything. However, keep in mind that the color white is difficult to keep clean and in its pure color.

 

Brown – The color brown is associated with nature and the earth. Choose which tone of brown you use based upon how rustic or neutral you want it to appear in the room.

 

While color schemes may be overwhelming because color possibilities are endless, it is important to keep in mind the overall feeling you want from your room. One Stop Decorating specializes in blinds, shades, shutters, draperies, and décor for your home. With over 30 years of experience, we are confident in assisting you with any and all of your home decorating needs.


How to Find the Perfect Curtains for your Home

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How to FInd the Perfect Curtains for Your HomeAfter you have newly remodeled and decorated a room, most individuals think that curtains are the last addition to a room. So often curtains are chosen without much thought or planning. However, the curtains you choose could make or break the design and style of the rest of your room. Here are a few tips to consider when it comes to your window treatments –

Variety

Each room is different and has a unique design element about it. Curtains do not need to match throughout every room of your home. It is important to select individual colors and types of window treatments specific to each room.

Lighting

Before you choose your window treatments, know what kind of lighting you would like to come through the window for each room.

Dark window treatments that block a lot of natural light should be used in bedrooms.

Sheer window treatments provide light & airy feelings that can warm and compliment a room. They are best used in sunrooms and rooms that do not need privacy, such as kitchens.

Materials

Window treatments come in a variety of materials and fibers. However, when choosing a practical window treatment, be sure you focus on materials that are fade resistant from the sun.

Silk fabrics will quickly fade due to sunlight.

Know Your Room and You

It is important to plan out what fabric, color, and desired lighting you want from your window treatments. It is essential that your curtains match the theme and feeling of your room to help make your home feel unified. We at One Stop Decorating are proud to offer our customers our experience and expertise with our own design team. With four store locations located in Shawnee, Lee’s Summit, the Northland, and Overland Park – We are the largest independent full line decorating resource in the Kansas City area.