Ever tried making your own paint? It’s surprisingly easy and effective. You can save cash as well as the environment by avoiding the use of petrochemicals. Limewash paint doesn’t smell and, like more expensive paint, you can clean up with plain water.
History
Historically, limewash was used to protect and decorate the exterior and interior of buildings. [...]
Archive for February, 2009
DIY Limewash
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What’s better than taking in your freshly cleaned home at the end of the day? Not also taking in a lungful of nasty chemicals! Housegreening won’t just get your home clean, they’ll get it squeaky green clean.
Urban rich & modern
This client purchased her spacious condo in an important transitional phase of her life. She was completely leaving behind the country-kitsch of her rural home for a bold modern aesthetic in her new urban condo. When I first stepped in, the place was an empty, white and completely blank canvas–an exciting challenge, for sure!
Calming with Color
It’s widely acknowledged that colors affect our emotions, our well-being, and our relationships.
Want to create more calm, serenity, and relaxation in your home? A peaceful home atmosphere can help you to keep the flame of Valentine’s Day romance glowing even after the roses have faded and will add to your everyday well-being like nothing else!
Even [...]
Romancing the senses
Only one set of senses required, but more is merrier. Here are some of my favorite ways to romance the senses.
+Create an Aromasphere
Smell was the very first sense to evolve and is located in the same part of the brain that processes emotion, memory, and motivation. The olfactory lobe of the brain is part of [...]