Page 12 June 5, 2014 TORRANCE TRIBUNE Stylize Your Space With Simple, Smart Buys and Updates (BPT) - Giving your home a stylish update are affordable. All Tarkett flooring options room, kitchen, guest bath, foyer and even can sometimes seem like a daunting and feature low VOC emissions and are part of guest bedrooms. An even quicker project expensive task. But, it’s actually easier the iSelect system, a personalized shopping is just painting one wall as an accent wall. than ever with the right mindset and design experience that makes finding the perfect This will create a new focal point for the inspiration. Everyday items can easily be flooring for your home a breeze using six room that can be easily achieved by going up-cycled while a couple of inexpensive easy-to-shop color palettes. a shade darker, brighter or complementing projects can be completed for a quick style the existing wall color. revamp of your space on almost any budget. Painting is the easiest way to make a dramatic, Easy, last minute tricks Follow these tips to freshen up your home fairly inexpensive and instant impact If you’re looking to refresh your kitchen, from the outside in and you’ll be amazed on any room. Consider areas of your home consider giving the cabinets some new at the impact. that’ll get the most notice, like your dining hardware. Is storage space tight and cabinets Follow Us on Twitter @heraldpub Kay Grundhaus Baby Boomer Broker are out of your budget? Mount some open shelving. New runners add interest to a long hallway while fun, hanging art keeps the space trendy. Other trendy accessories include wall sconces, throw pillows and photo frame wall galleries. Remember, small projects pay off - you’ll be enjoying your new, low cost but big impact look for years to come without having to fret about paying any large project costs. • Forecast Realty Inc. BRE# 00931272 Wow your walls Kay Grundhaus 310.890.6407 cell Roger Hart Broker with 35 years of experience BRE# 00625505 Kevin Hart Bank Owned Specialist Realtor BRE# 01417844 Stephanie Hart Short Sale Specialist with 100% close rate DRE #01344591 kay@homesbykay.com last 4 years. Broker Associate BRE# 01338444 Jeremy Hart Network Marketing Specialist Realtor BRE# 01806300 Alannah Hart Office Manager Realtor BRE# 01812107 Brad Hart Online Advertising Specialist Plant some pizzazz The first thing people notice about your house is the landscaping and overall curb appeal. Try installing flowerboxes or even planting shrubs and trees around your home. According to the Arbor Day Foundation, planting a tree can increase your home’s value, cut energy costs and be beneficial to your family’s health. Buying a new tree is a small investment and takes just a few hours to plant. For added color, consider planting some perennial flowers, such as day lilies, tulips and roses - which bloom every year. Painting or stenciling inexpensive planter boxes can give them a higher-end look and just the right touches of color to your space. Enhance your entrance Adding some colorful accents to your home’s exterior is a simple way to make a style statement and enhance your home’s curb appeal. Many DIY experts agree that you don’t need to repaint your entire home’s exterior - just a few selective color additions can make an enormous impact. A fresh coat of paint on the front door can go a long way. A can of black, oil-rubbed bronze or brushed nickel spray paint can be used to update metal house numbers, railings and light fixtures quickly, and for a very low investment. If your front porch is rather dim, consider shopping at a flea market or resale shop for a new light fixture to brighten up the space. LED bulbs can be used for adding more light and energy savings. New and old pieces can all be painted to match or left as is for a more rustic and eclectic feel. Step into style The key to creating a great first impression as guests enter your house is the flooring. Hardwood and tile are common and classic looks for entryways and foyers but aren’t always within budget. Flooring companies now have options that look and feel just like the real thing but cost much less- and don’t require professional installation or complicated maintenance routines. For instance, Tarkett Flooring offers a wide selection of colors, patterns and quality levels in laminate and luxury tiles and planks that are easy to install, look just like the real thing and Roger Hart (left) with sons: Kevin; Jeremy and his wife Stephanie; and Bradley with his wife Realtor BRE# 01722842 Alannah. The Hart family has used its successful business to promote and preserve pride in the Torrance community through responsible real estate transactions and home ownership. www.ForecastRealty.com (310) 781-2000
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