Monday, June 28, 2010

Which Tiles for your Bathroom.

Choosing the right tile can add distinctive style to your bathroom..Few reasons why CERAMIC TILES is a popular choice:

  1. Its durabile and doesn't need replacing for many years.
  2. It's resistant to damp.
  3. Ceramic tile is affordable as it can be purchased in precut squares from most hardware stores including Johnson Tiles outlets.
  4. They come in a wide variety of colors
  5. Some ceramic tiles are made to look like marble.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Kitchen Re-modelling? Some suggestions to make it a comfortable, efficient & fun place as it is one of the most-used areas of the home.

1. There should be separate receptacles for garbage, cans and bottles, and paper and cardboard. Ideally, these containers should be pullout spaces within the  design of the cabinets.
The easiest way to incorporate this green idea is to retrofit the bins into existing kitchen cabinets. These pullout attachments are available at do-it-yourself home-improvement stores.

2. Include deep cabinet drawers or a pullout shelf for items such as pots and pans and other small appliances. Having the small appliances hidden away helps keep the kitchen neat and organized. And it is easier to get to these items with pullout shelves instead of having to dig for them or having to pull them out from standard cupboards or shelves.

3. Sometimes, replacing the hardware on cabinets can give a new look with little expense. The next step up would be replacing the cabinet doors and drawer fronts. Here again, you might be able to do this yourself, but if you can’t, the cost is still low because you aren’t replacing the entire cabinets, only the facades.

Hiring a professional kitchen designer to work with is your best bet or consult Johnson Kitchens.. www.hrjohnsonindia.com

Monday, May 17, 2010

Colors influencing to decorate a home

Colors influence our daily lives more than most of us realize. Colors can evoke feelings of warmth, calmness, excitement, happiness and even promote conversation and appetite. So when selecting color to decorate a home, it’s important to take into consideration what a specific color can suit a particular room.

White
White is probably the most popular color for home decorating. It is versatile and easily mixes with others colors to add highlights. White it mostly seen in kitchens, bathroom and laundry rooms because of its fresh, clean and cooling feel.

Yellow
A very vibrant and happy color, yellow creates high energy for a room. Beautifully refreshing when paired with white, yellow is again a great color for kitchens in addition to laundry rooms.

Blue
Blue is a very soothing color, creating a feeling of calmness and serenity. Often seen in bedrooms and bathrooms, blue allows for peaceful thinking and relaxation of the mind and body.

Green
Depending on the shade, green can either be a warmer or cooler color. A perfect reflection of nature, green can have a calming and soothing effect on a room, making it ideal for living and family rooms. Also known for reflecting good health, green is an ideal accent color for any style kitchen.

Red
Red is a very dominant and vibrant color. It creates excitement and high energy and is also known to stimulate one’s appetite and aid in conversation, making it perfect for both dining and living rooms.

Orange
Orange is a friendly and warming color like red, but not as dramatic. Because of its welcoming feel, orange works very well in living rooms, family rooms and entry ways.

Brown
Masculine and sophisticated would probably be the best ways to describe the color brown and its varying shades. Because it evokes a warm and cozy feeling, brown it most likely suitable in home libraries and dens.

Too much of any color can sometimes feel overwhelming. By incorporating color in small doses, either in wall paint, furniture, linens or accent pieces, each room can reflect the atmosphere it was intended to be.

Monday, April 12, 2010

Hey how do find the tips here?

Did u find the Decor tips good enough? Let me add in a few more to it to help you add more room to your room :-

Create multi-functional furniture. After choosing the furniture, think how multi-functional these pieces can be. You can Use an antique trunk as a coffee table. It is a great bonus spot to store infrequently accessed items such as seasonal clothing, or extra linens for guests. Opt for a platform bed with drawers in the base. Buy a desk with shallow shelves above. This maximizes the area above the desk, which would otherwise be wasted.


While choosing drapery select the ones that are nearly the same height as the room. Hang it near the ceiling regardless of the height of the window but Keep the curtain from touching the floor so that the fabric doesn’t break, as this can look heavy in a small space. Choose fabrics that allow views to the outdoors.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Here are some tips for making your small apartment seem larger than it is.

1. Choose your paint color wisely.
When choosing the color palette for a small room, choose a light color for the walls, and instead, jazz up the room with accessories in bold colors. Let the walls ‘fade-away’, and your eye travel to the objects that contain your favorite colors.

2. Paint horizontal stripes that are similar in color.If the room lacks area, paint it with large horizontal stripes that are similar in color.
If your space has low ceilings, paint vertical stripes. This gives the illusion of a taller space.

Play with different thicknesses and different spacing between the stripes throughout the room for a fun and spontaneous look.

3. Choose the right furniture.This is important. Measure your space before buying anything, and use masking tape to block out areas of an empty room that you would feel comfortable filling. Use the space for a couple of days and decide if the size of the boxed-out areas feels okay.
Bring a tape measure to the furniture store. Ask the salesperson if the furniture on the showroom floor comes in different sizes or is customizable. Also, be open to choosing something that is different than the original idea you had in your mind.

Will be back with more. Meanwhile if you have any please do share it with us.

Sunday, March 28, 2010

A well designed Bathroom layout not only looks good but will help you make the best use of the space available.

Hrjohnson Bathroom Accessories
Bathroom Accessories
A well designed Bathroom layout not only looks good but will help you make the best use of the space available.

If you are designing a bathroom from scratch or adding new features to an existing layout, there is no shortage of ideas on offer. Bathroom accessory manufacturers produce a whole range of good-looking accessories in various shapes and styles to cater to most of your desires. There are plenty of neat storage ideas including fitted furniture that hides the odd plumbing job and gives it a chic look.

You can use the below action plan to consider the basics:
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Bathroom Decore

THE BATHROOM ACTION PLAN


Look through the checklist to work out your needs. Check that any changes you make comply with regulations. Your plumber should advise on anything that needs to be checked with the authorities.

Which fitments?

Consider how you can adapt the standard installation of bath, shower, wash basin and toilet to the family's needs: do you want an over-the-bath shower to save space? Could a corner bath make better use of space?

Hrjohnson Bathroom
Bathroom Decore
How much storage space?

If there is a lot to store, consider fitted furniture, designed as a series of modular units, you can mix and match to get the arrangement of cupboards and shelves you need.

More to follow...

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Now some styling tips for your Dream Kitchen

Now some styling tips for your Dream Kitchen

Not sure what kind of materials to choose for your kitchen? If you hire a Kitchen designer, he or she can advise you on current styles and the best options for your space.
If you're the DIY type, consider these trend:

Cabinetry.
Our expert says "look for lighter finishes in cream and white complemented by classic chocolate-toned accents".

Countertops.
Granite countertops are the preffered choice for their durability and beauty. Other surface materials you can opt for are Cement and recycled glass which are becoming popular.

Color.
As with cabinetry, Grey is back in vogue and influences kitchen design in stainless steel and chrome. Green is returning as another hot color, a reminder of the past, as well as a refreshing look at the future. Brighter shades of green offer a vivid pop of energy and hope. Turquoise is another shade you can opt for as it lends boldness to your design.

Today's kitchens combine the beauty and functionality of many rooms. Creating your dream kitchen can be fun as well as challenging. Visit johnson kitchens for more inspirations on building up your Kitchen.