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Lighting Effects Tips On Maintenance Essentials of A Living Room Bedroom Exotic Toilet & Bathroom Buyers Guide Interior Styling

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arket in this part of the world has come a long way ,even though we cannot compare it to the developed world, but we have to compete with the standard of the developed countries .by following the trends through standardizing our products and services.

Who said that our products cannot be exported to the rest of Africa, to start with. We can champion or be a frontier in the world of Furniture and Interior in our continent.

This is the information age , knowledge is very important. We need to be informed about what we have so they can better be utilized.

In this issue you will get to know the meaning of several products and how you can make use of them better. Also there are some new trends introduced which are user friendly in terms of functionality and aesthetics. I believe we can begin to familiarize with the new trends, Ivy Interior Magazine is committed to this.

We keep you totally abreast with the happenings in the industry, thus promoting and enhancing furniture and interior products in the market. The publication of Ivy Interior Magazine has come to stay, so keep your eyes on us because we are about to blow your mind!

Enjoy yourself.

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KITCHEN

TALK ON KITCHEN

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n important effect of Color which is often forgotten, is its power to evoke feeling and emotion. Even though the modest cappuccino may not look as impressive or daring, it uses color to create an inviting an serene kitchen. On a day to day basis we don't want lives of stress and excitement.

For many they want a modern kitchen in which to relax and recuperate. This offers smooth unbroken walls of high-gloss finish for a warm sensual effect.

Each lacquered glass door is framed in molded aluminum for a simple minimalist style. When paired with the trendy and durable stainless steel counter top, the gleaming glossy cabinet fronts make for a bright and open kitchen. A modern lacquered kitchen that soothes the soul, the shows even subtle colours can be stunning.

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he kitchen is a room or part of a room used for cooking and food preparation. It is sometimes known to be the woman's best part of the house. The shapes, color and sizes of the kitchens vary. While some women like it big and spacious, others like it small, as they regard it as their own private space.

Mrs. Yemi A. says her kitchen is her first point of call. She loves her kitchen big and kept clean always. Her love for interior decoration employs her to design her

kitchen according to her taste. Colors for her are chosen at random and must be in uniform with other parts of the house. Her reason for having a big kitchen is to utilize her skills by experimenting things for example food pastries and juice. She intends to get a dining set in the kitchen. The size allows for fewer accidents as well as easier movement for her and others. She prefers her cabinets wooden and customized by her. Unlike some women, she does not keep things on the kitchen top but in the cabinets. Her worktop and floor, she loves it in marble and in bright colors.

For Karimat Osaye, she wants her kitchen big. Why? Because, she would love it roomy where she can see everything at a glance and for easy access to her 'tools' without having to knock things down. She would love to have her kitchen painted in Orange as she wants it bright. For her table top, she wants it in marble or granite, with wooden cabinets.

Madam Alice, said the Kitchen should be the 'virtuous' woman's most prized place of the home. At 70, she still cooks for her children and grand children when they come around. She said she had learnt cooking at age 13 and as the first child of her parents she had been a 'kitchen person' since. Cooking is her hobby and she does it well.

For her, her wakeup call is her stomach as she wakes up hungry and whips something up no matter the

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content. Breakfast is the best meal of the day and she does not “play with her stomach” she said that the kitchen is her best place in the home. Size for her is optional. Anything works for her as long as it has the necessities, food, stove, refrigerator and a sink.

When asked, Mrs. Ambali said the Kitchen is her art room.

There, she designs several dishes for her loved ones. She sees it as her private place and hardly let anyone help make anything only if she is sick. For Mrs. Ambali, she prefers her kitchen small. She said she does not like people in and so the size could tell you that for her. She prefers her walls and table top in

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he bold use of black and fiery red to create a serious no-nonsense kitchen. In the full walls of solid color are only broken by the slender aluminum frame around each door. The powerful colours contrast and fight for dominance, creating a dramatic modern kitchen design. The cabinets are paired with a rich slate pattern work top that soothes the straight ridged geometry with its soft organic swirls. The neutral grey surface wraps around the free-standing cabinets creating an island of swirling color that blend the chasm between red and black. A bold vibrant design that exudes energy, the kitchen uses color to demand attention in this kitchen design.

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Questions&Answers How can I incorporate a bold color into my neutral bedroom?

A neutral-toned bedroom serves as a calm and understated haven, but adding a burst of color to a monochromatic palette livens up your room for the warmer months. A bright pillow or a patterned area rug instantly update a room and showcase the energy of the new season. Stick to bold shades that bring the outside in, like a deep ocean blue or a

inviting touch. Or, if the room possesses more traditional architecture, add minimalist pieces, such as solid sheeting and translucent crystal lamps. To harmonize the entire room and tie each piece together, keep one aspect—such as the color palette—consistent. Navy bedding blends with similarly dark-colored furniture featuring contemporary flair. Limit additional décor to sunset orange, and use these hues in shams, throw subtle neutral hues, such as chalk-grey walls and pillows or a comforter for spring and summer. bare wood floors, to draw attention to the unique Incorporate vibrant shades sparingly to keep the style of the rest of the room. room modern and sleek without looking busy. A bold palette will stand out against a crisp white What kinds of towels should I have on rotation backdrop and will make your room feel fresh and throughout the year?

Whether you layer your towels on a rack or ready for spring. decoratively roll them into a basket, your plush How can I mix traditional and contemporary cotton towels can serve as a bathroom essential and as stylish accessories. For the winter months, styles in my home?

When combining pieces from different periods, keep a few sets of warm, ultra-soft towels in deep consider the design of your room and then balance colors, like chocolate or cranberry, to add a touch that with furniture, bedding and accessories that of richness that's perfect for the season. In the stem from an alternate era. In a modern room that warmer months, replace these dark hues with is flooded with natural light, choose vintage light, airy colors, such as honeysuckle yellow or furniture and heritage-inspired accents, like powder blue. As the weather warms, you'll need towels for trips to the beach and weekend leather-wrapped hurricanes, for a warm and getaways by the water. The cornerstone of every IVY INTERIOR MAGAZINE PAGE 09

photographs. Modern can also be functional and comfortable. Decorate with deep upholstery, luxurious fabrics, and well placed lighting. Lastly, modern doesn't mean that there isn't room for the traditional. Traditional patterns and materials can mix easily with sleek finishes and modern accents. It is the more traditional elements that keep a space warm and familiar.

paint on ceilings and an eggshell finish on walls, which is easier to clean. For trim, go up a step in shine to semi-gloss.

How can I use lighting to create a mood?

The right lighting can add drama and elegance to any room. Whether turned up or dimmed low, general ambient lighting sets the mood. Ambient lighting works well with task lighting (like a pharmacy lamp pulled up next to a reading chair or a bed.) The contrast between general light and task light lends mystery and drama to an interior.

The most romantic light is accent lighting. The gleam of candles through glass hurricanes, or the glow of votives in crystal glasses scattered throughout a room, across a dining table or along a mantle are perfect ways to create accent lighting. Use general ambient, task and accent

What are the key pieces in a bedding set?

Once you purchase quality basics, your bed is made for a lifetime, so don't be afraid to invest in items that will withstand the test of time. Work with layers to build a rich look, from the richest, crispest flat and fitted sheets to the warmest, most inviting blankets. Infuse your personality into the classics by adding throw pillows and

summer, and unroll them again for the colder months. In the bedroom, replace summer's cool cotton sheets with warm flannel sheets, then pile the bed with additional blankets.

well-equipped beach bag is a lush oversized towel in highly absorbent cotton to keep you comfortable and dry all day. This season, choose one in an array of bold, sunny colors that suit your personal taste. While your bath towels should convey subdued sophistication, your beach towels can be bright in order to deliver beachready style for every waterside escape.

What is the difference in paint finishes?

Paints can be oil-based or water-based latex. Oilbased paint is durable and long lasting, and takes two or three days to dry. Water-based latex is easier to clean up. Finishes vary according to how much light they reflect. In oil-based paints, eggshell paint provides a mid-sheen, and a gloss paint offers a shiny, durable coat. In the waterbased paints, flat paint has no sheen at all while semi-gloss paint offers a mid-sheen. Use a flat

shams that suit your whims with each passing season; it's an easy way to put a fresh face on your favorite retreat.

What seasonal changes can I make to my interiors?

Summer means fresh breezes blowing through open windows, while winter is a time to relax, reading books in a warm library. In the living room, slipcovers are a good way to make the change: use cool cotton and linen in the summer, and warmer corduroy or velvet in the winter. Or, simply drape cozy blankets over your sofa. Roll up your area rugs for a clean, airy look in the PAGE 10 IVY INTERIOR MAGAZINE

lighting together to set a mood that's right for you.

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How can I create a modern environment that's still warm and inviting?

Even in an extremely modern interior the mood can be warm and romantic. The trick is to use texture and contrast. Hard materials should play against soft ones and shine against matte. Make the space personal with books, art and family

What are the things you need to know about space in your house?. call or email us.

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Lighting

ight fixtures also bring fun and fashion to a space.

One of the keys to creating a comfortable and flexible room is to layer the lighting. There are three kinds of lighting to consider. Use a mix ambient, task, and accent lighting to delineate different zones.

Choose light fixtures and lamps that add character to your decor.

Ambient lighting: Begin with the ambient lighting or general lighting that just makes the room visible.

Ambient light is the basic lighting layer, illuminating walls, open areas, and main pieces of furniture so that you can navigate the space with ease. For instance ambient lighting in a living room is very important because the room is often occupied by more than one person.

Hanging ceiling fixtures offers the broad wash of diffused illumination required for soft, general lighting.

Ambient light can be direct, bounced off a wall, or diffused through a shade to warm up the quality of the light.

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ecalling lily pads floating on ponds, Lily pendant chandelier features two hand blown glass disks that ripple outward.

Designed for incandescent or LED lights, each lamp is slightly different and available in custom or three standard sizes, a range of glass colors, and fittings in handbrushed aluminum or brass.

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ith up to six pendants, the Marrakesh ceiling light brings an organic feel indoors with its hanging diffusers of kiln-formed American art glass. Choose from 40 glass colours including Congo either sandblasted or smooth, with canopies and metal drop tubes available in chrome, brass, dark bronze, or satin nickel. Accepts incandescent, halogen, or compact fluorescent lamp.

Select your style: Torchières are up lights that emit a soft, even wash of light, their beam bounces from the ceiling before angling down. Recessed down lights are built into the ceiling and have a reflective lining.

Pendants hang from the ceiling. They come in different shapes and styles that can add another decorative element t o a r o o m .

Suspended up lights are ceiling-mounted fixtures that cast light upward and give an even glow.

Wall-mounted up lights or sconces cast a diffused glow and are wise choices for pale-colored rooms or reflective wall finishes.

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ature meets artifice with the Split Log faux-bois sconce. Also available as a pendant, its semi cylindrical diffuser is digitally printed using a cool new process that embeds the image within the surface of the acrylic material. Choose from five different wood patterns: Sepia Bark, Fence, Knot, Mossy Bark, and Woodgrain.

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he furniture that we use in our homes is not made of just wood. They have upholstery and sometimes have hardware made of brass or bronze. It is these parts that enhance the beauty of the furniture and make the piece a part of the rest of the dĂŠcor of the room. These parts too get dirty, gather dust and need to be cleaned regularly. Here are a few suggestions on cleaning upholstery and hardware.

The best method to remove dust from upholstery is to use a vacuum cleaner. Place a soft screen in front of the vacuum cleaner nozzle, to prevent the tip of the cleaner from damaging the material. Use the brush attachment and clean carefully.

Professional help should be taken if the upholstery is damaged or stained to a great extent.

Furniture sometimes has metal hardware as part it. The metal

used is usually brass, bronze or silver. Hardware in modern furniture has a clear lacquer finish that gives them a lustrous appearance.

Hardware is sometimes coated with certain types of restorers that eliminate the need for constant polishing.

Furniture hardware often gets tarnished, as it is exposed to the atmosphere and reacts with it. In a case like this polishing the hardware can improve its appearance.

Before polishing the hardware, remove the hardware from the furniture if you can. Otherwise cover the areas around the hardware, especially the wood, with acetate sheets to prevent the polish from damaging the woodwork.

Polishing hardware while it is still on the furniture damages the area around it. This also allows the polish to get under the

hardware, thus damaging both the metal and the surface around.

Clean hardware using a mixture of acetone and alcohol. Add both these ingredients in equal quantities to make a mixture.

This will remove dirt and oil residue. Dip a soft bristle brush in this mixture and scrub gently.

After it dries polish it with lint free cloth.

Polishing must be done in small areas at a time. After polishing remove all residue.

Follow these suggestions to clean upholstery and hardware on wooden furniture. While cleaning hardware that cannot be removed from furniture special care must be taken to ensure that no damage is done to the furniture itself.

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Essentials of A

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rranging the furniture in your living room can sometimes be difficult. Not knowing where the best place is to put all of your furniture can leave you in a dilemma. One thing you can do when placing furniture is to always make sure you have an open pathway through the living room from one room to another.

You don't want to block off your walk path areas through the room with furniture.

And you don't want to have to walk around people while they are watching television and doing other activities where you may block their view. Just sit down before arranging your furniture and think how you need to place your furniture to get the best out of your room.

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When arranging furniture in your living room it is good to choose a focal point and then place your furniture pointing toward the focal point so that you have a good view. Your focal point could be a television, picture, window or scenic view outside. Whatever your focal point is make sure that your furniture is situated in a way to take advantage of the view.

When choosing furniture for your living room take the size of your room into account. If you have a small living room go with the smaller scale furniture. If you have a large living room then you can choose large and bulky pieces

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of furniture. Consider what size of furniture that you could use in your living room before going out to buy furniture that may not fit your room properly.

Decorating a living room can be a lot of fun and gives you an opportunity to show off your creativity and ingenuity to anyone who comes into your home, as your living room is usually the first room in the house that a guest sees. Living rooms can be as formal and elaborate as you'd like, or as informal and easy as you'd like.

The choice is up to you! And either way, you can decorate your living room on a budget, without breaking the bank. The quickest and easiest way to start the process of decorating your living room, is to make sure it's neat and tidy at all times. Dispense with clutter. Make sure that your furniture is good and can be easily repaired. Make sure there aren't any holes or scuffs on the

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walls. Clean light fixtures once in awhile. And make sure to get rid of cobwebs too. Use a spot treatment or stain-remover on any floor you have in your living room. Use a furniture polish on your wooden furniture at least once a month, and also periodically dust your knicknacks and tops of bookcases, etc. Good housekeeping and de-cluttering makes a big difference in how your living room looks!

with Angelus Nnaji, MD/CEO, Design Scope Ltd.

Interviewer: Can't furniture be manufactured in Nigeria?

Response: Of course, Furniture is manufacture in Nigeria. But Nigerians, when they see made in Nigeria product, they don’t want to buy with the impression that they don’t last. For now there is a bed made in Nigeria worth 3 million naira.

Personally, I give people warranty for my products and after a period of time, you can bring it back for remodeling.

Interviewer: How do you get materials you use?

Response: In Nigeria, will don't produce fabric, there was a company before producing it and after awhile they stop because of electricity problem in the country. Now, we buy imported fabric but for wood, there is no other country that has wood like Nigeria. The only wood we get outside is cherry wood even Akala is taking the place of cherry, because it has cellulous line.

Interviewer: Many furniture companies are coming now, what do you think about it?

Response: The market is vast, infact, in Lagos alone people are building new houses, doing renovation and so on. About 80% of the Nigerians go to China to import furniture for their Interviewer: Can we meet you sir?

Response: My name is Angelus Nnaji. I come from Awka in new houses leaving only 20% for us to. Even with that we are Anambra state. I own a furniture company. Actually, when I finished still doing well. school, I wanted to be in the entertainment sector. I tried my hand in singing and doing music but things did not go as planned here in Interviewer: What advice do you have for people who are planning to open their our furniture outfit?

Nigeria so I decided to travel.

Response: They are welcome, their motivation should not be money.

They should have passion, be creative and be Interviewer: How did you start the furniture business? committed to their work also creativity and also be Response: While waiting for my travelling papers. I didn't see committed to their work then money will follow. furniture as something to go into but the more I tried to travel, the more it became difficult. I went to a furniture making outfit, I was interviewed and they asked me to do something and when I tried it turned out beautiful. I realized the jobs they were doing were beautiful. At that point my interest in furniture making grew. Also there is a destiny at work Interviewer: what do you think of the furniture business in Nigeria?

Response: The furniture business is a lucrative business and has improved greatly in Nigeria. We have several people building houses. Formerly, people would go to china to buy furniture which would in turn get spoilt after a few years. They now realized that our production lasts more than many products bought outside the country. Formerly my company would take repair of the jobs when they bring it but we no longer take them. Our machines are imported so we cut to size and make to customers specification Interviewer: What can you say about the banning of furniture?

Response: They banned it before then furniture association asked them to unbanned it but the price went up so people will go to China and do half finishing then bring it to Nigeria.

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Safety In Your Home

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e take as many precautions as we can to make every room in the house as safe as possible. But special precautions must be taken in the kitchen. Most accidents that happen at home take place in the kitchen. Therefore adequate measures must be taken for kitchen safety. Since electrical appliances and cooking gas are used in the kitchen, fire safety precautions are a must. All members of the family must follow kitchen safety measures carefully, especially while cooking in the kitchen. Following these safety measures might save your life in an emergency. Here are a few kitchen safety tips, for fire safety while using cooking gas.

l Once you have completed cooking, make sure that you have turned

off the stove and other appliances in the kitchen. Especially so before you lock the house and leave. l LPG or cooking gas is actually a colorless, odorless gas. An artificial odor is added to the gas, so that the consumer can smell it, in case of a leak and take appropriate measures to seal the leak. Smell cooking gas and learn the smell, so that you can identify a gas leak if one occurs. l Do not repair gas appliances by yourself. Get a professional to repair it. l Take the lighter in one hand and then ignite the stove, instead of, opening the knob completely and then igniting. l Get all gas appliances serviced regularly. l Get a professional to install your gas appliance. l Do not tamper with the safety valves for any reason. l Turn off the gas cylinder before you leave your home and before you go to bed each night. l Use gas appliances that are approved and are of good quality. l Ensure that all the parts have proper certification. l If you smell gas in the kitchen, when the stove in not in use, turn off the cylinder/regulator immediately. This will cut off the gas supply and an accident may be averted. Open all windows and doors of the kitchen, so that there is adequate air supply. Do not turn on any electrical appliance in the kitchen at this time.

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urniture plays an extraordinary role in making any room in the house look very good and comfortable, and bedroom is not an exception.

Without having great top quality furniture items, it is almost impossible to envision a bedroom, a living room or a kitchen. Modern day furniture market provides a wonderful variety of furniture possibilities in diverse cost ranges, colors and styles and your only limitation on the way of making an ideal bedroom is the quantity of money you can afford to invest on a bedroom set.

People select their bedroom furniture based on specific things like color, top quality, style, size, etc. If you will take your time and decide on what you want prior to going to the furniture store, you will be able to select the correct bedroom set in a brief period of time. Contrarily, if you will not come to any conclusion on what you would like to acquire, you may well spend hours on searing for the proper furniture and will end up either buying not what you expected to acquire or nothing at all.

Color makes furniture more attractive and appealing.

Color can say a lot about your personality, your age, preferences and your way of life. Cool bedroom furniture colors like grey, pink, white and light shades of green and blue will make your bedroom look brighter and larger. On the other hand, such colors like red, violet, orange or purple will make it more exclusive and extraordinary, but at the same time cold and dull.

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ne can actually find a resting place away from the bustle and hustle of the day.When you enter your bedroom the welcoming environment will be a such that whenever you are away from home. Apart from missing your family we know you will also miss this. Low hard wood well constructed and good design with storage facilities both in and around it is what it takes.

Meaning you don't need to keep your bedroom literred.

Bedroom furniture size is also really important, because if all items will fit into the bedroom, they will required elegance and comfort. It would be wise to measure the dimensions of your bedroom prior to going for furniture shopping. This way, you will not get unnecessary items that may not fit into your bedroom.

One of the most critical elements of any bedroom is bed.

These days, beds come in four standard sizes like twin, double, queen and king size, so you really should make your choice based on the quantity of space you have.

Craftsmanship and quality is what you should usually look for when choosing bedroom furniture. It goes without saying that you will get what you have paid for, so instead of going to a designer furniture store, you can look for discounted bedroom furniture that will fit your budget and at the same time will supply required comfort, style, reliability and elegance as well as give you value for your money.

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hen the word convenience comes to mind, we quickly think of a someone in a state of rest without struggling to have all of his or her need met at all time. But this day definition seems to have begin to change when you have to take a toll on latest toilet and bathtub trends different from the usual designs.

Take a look at these and we can guarantee you will make a choice. You may even be surprise at their prices, they are affordable!

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ANTHROPOS STEAM SHOWER

eaceful, tranquil time of relaxation are yours with the Anthropos steam shower. It has Hydro massage pinpoints sore muscles, increasing circulation and rejuvenating your senses. You don't need to choose between spa-style treatment. This shower also brings a Raindance Air showerhead plus various sight and scent therapies to your home. In this part of the world when you have to consider the stress of the day, with this option it is easy to escape the stress of everyday living. With its minimalist anodized aluminum column, the Anthropos luxury steam shower offers complete style to complement its surroundings.

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A PERFECT OASIS OF RELAXATION

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lean and Serene, with a calm charisma all of its own. The bathroom includes Aveo ceramic element in a harmonious oval design. Getting comfortable is no problem at all in this bathroom, the muted tones of white, soft green and grey make it a breeze to unwind. Natural stone tiles provide an organic backdrop for the bathroom elements. The design centers on the Aveo (oval whirlpool tub) with its figure hugging egg shape. This free standing bathtub contains all technical operations within, leaving only a smooth, shell like exterior. Though details are minimal but there are all concealed. The shower area lies behind the opaque glass panel. To even consider the spotlights which are embedded into the ceiling to provide discrete lighting. This bathroom inspiration that exudes earthy charm. It is a heaven on earth.

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Stone Bathtub And Sinks

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he Rainsky Ceiling Mounted Shower head, this shower head demands for a large size bathroom because of it coverage. It turns water into pure pleasure. the dimension is over 32� wide (820mm). The Rainsky overhead shower is designed to bring the Rain clouds from the sky into your homes. But for you to enjoy this, you must be ready for the large amount of water that goes with it.

Just incase you are wondering how do you get a large room for these when you have to compare it to your bathroom size. Just Rain shower head below caters to smaller bathroom space and is only 16� wide (400mm). Just Rain stands up for its name, rain in all forms and rain only. The sensation of rain is achieved to the fullest.

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French Bathroom

othing creates a great looking bathroom like the elegant curves of a bathtub and sink hewn from a piece of natural marble. You may agree that your relaxing time is among your most important possessions and should include luxurious surroundings. This has taken the design of modern bath rooms to a new level with their clearly defined and very bold shapes. It utilizes a rounded triangular shape for a dramatic statement, while other collections are opposing outer straight lines and inner Rounded shapes for a distinctive and stunning visual appeal. It also Combines modern technology with old world craftsmanship to create bath rooms to endure the test of time like fine art.

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hen you look At bathroom trends, you will find out that the combination of luminous light and colour present the evolution line of bathroom designs. Light can be found emerging from various locations around the bathrooms to highlight the i n d iv i d u a l fe a t u re s a n d c re a t e a n atmosphere suitable for relaxation or Invigoration. It radiates out from behind wall mounted mirrors, behind the bathtub, the floor even within the water features itself.

You can control environments. this is no doubt a master pieces.

Enjoy these bathrooms with all of your sense.

Sound plays a part as water cascades down into tubs arranged to forman indoor waterfall. It is timeless, it is classic. These bathroom looks are created with natural materials such as stone, wood, and lacquers.

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The Hard Facts About Marble Floor Care

applicable instructions on the label with precision.

Should it be your choice to leave the marble natural, apply a sealer to the grout for sure. There are special applications that make it easier to float the sealant into the narrow grout lines commonly found in marble floor installations. If you do smear any sealer on to the surface of the marble, immediately clean it up with an absorbent towel.

Daily care is the common denominator Whether you have sealed your marble floor or not, day to day care will always be the same.

Because marble scratches so easily, be certain to vacuum on a regular basis, as sand and grit gets tracked into your home. It would be a good idea to put down area rugs where marble floors are or near entry doors. Watch for small stones that can make deep scratches and tiny sharp particles that can quickly wear away the shine.

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arble tile floors are widely sought after by most household cleaners. It would seem the benefit of a for their beauty. But if the saying about protective sealer outweighs the effort required to regularly beauty being skin deep needed proof, it renew the surface. can be found in this quick check into marble floor care.

If you do go with a penetrating sealer, put it down while your marble floor is still new. Consult with a sales associate Marble is a soft, porous natural stone that can be at your local building supply center or better still, if you sliced thin and accurately cut into squares for have more than one store in your area, visit them all. tiling. The stone polishes easily to a lustrous Choosing the right product that is specially formulated for shine. Most often the tile is laid or set close marble is vitally important. You have to follow the together with narrow grout lines. Because it is so soft, non-sanded grout is used to avoid damaging the surface during installation.

Cutting corners on marble tile floor care is not allowed Because it is expensive and fragile, proper marble floor care is very important to protect it's beauty and your investment.

There's a fair amount of debate about the use of stone sealers to protect your marble from spills.

Marble is etched by anything acidic like a spilled soda for example, or deeply stained a milky white

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Keep a spray bottle of marble and stone cleaner handy to clean spills and marks as they happen. If you make a practice of doing this, stains will be kept to a minimum and all you'll need to do on floor washing days is pass a cotton mop dampened with warm water over the floor. If your floor ever does become overly dirty, just dump some of your marble and stone cleaner from your spray bottle into the warm wash water and mop as usual.

Regardless of anything else you may have heard from friends and neighbours, don't ever allow yourself to be tempted into using normal household cleansers on your marble floor. Not even in a pinch. If visitors are coming just when you happen to be out of marble and stone cleaner, mop with warm and clean water only.

Beware of the hazards Here are some potential hazards to be aware of and watch out for. Vinegar, which is often suggested as an addition to wash water, is acidic and will etch or

burn it's way into the marble. Most bathroom spray will penetrate and irreversibly discolour deep into the marble.

The oils in some soaps and cleaners will cause hard to remove, deep stains. Don't try to scrape stuck on substances like gum or tar. Remember marble is soft and scratches easily, so gently lift off as much of the sticky substance as possible and then clean away any residue with your spray bottle of marble and stone cleaner.

A whole new floor is only a day away Unfortunately, the entire scope of a marble floor care program isn't something you can do on your own. When the luster does wear off your floor or staining does become too much to bear, it's time to turn the work over to the professionals. It is good to know there's always something that can be done, now isn't it?

Skilled natural stone floor experts can turn your old marble floor into a new one in very short order. Their work is very specialized but really, not all that difficult, and with the explosion in stone floor installations that are being done in new construction, the number of restoration contractors to choose from is growing fast. You should be able to get several quotes and evaluations.

These contractors will hone or grind the marble down a little to expose a new surface. Where there are deep stains, knowledgeable ones can apply pads of chemical formulations specific to the type of stain, and draw the stain out. And when these steps are complete, they will polish the stone with special equipment and compounds to bring your marble floor back to new.

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his month, we decided to look into different species of wood and how they can affect the furniture. Color can range from a cream to lightly tinged outlook of piece over a period of time. red. The wood is fine grained that may have a curly or How do Softwoods and Hardwoods differ? wavy pattern. It is heavy, strong and hard that paint and The most obvious difference is in the density or stain well. hardness of the wood. Other differences will be in the Cherry: Used mostly in Shaker, Mission and country grain pattern, the tone of the natural color and how styles, this wood can only be described as beautiful. The they accept a finish. wood is light but strong and rather hard. Color can be a Hardwoods: The easiest way to recognize a light cream to rich reddish brown. The grain is straight hardwood tree, they change leaf colors and drop their and smooth. While cherry takes all stains very well the leaves in the fall. They usually have broad leaves and wood will darken considerably with age. sometimes produce nuts or fruits. They are hundreds Maple: American maples come in two types, hard soft. of hardwoods in the United State but not all Both are used in furniture making. This wood is very make quality furniture. hard, strong, tough and close grained. It is light cream to reddish brown in Color with a straight and close grain Softwoods: These trees are the “evergreens�.

Softwoods have needles instead of broad leaves and pattern. It can also have swirls and curls that will give it they do not drop them in the fall. Softwoods include a unique look. Because it is so hard, it will paint very cedar, spruce, pine, redwood and hemlock. This type well but takes stain only satisfactorily. of tree is quick growing and easily renewable.

Oak: Red and white oaks are the most abundant U.S. Few of the more popular woods used in furniture are: Hardwood trees. Both have been used in furniture Alder: A relative of birch and grows throughout the making back to colonial days. Red oak grows only in western United States. This wood has a consistent North America and can live up to 300 years. Colors can color of pale pinkish brown with a grain pattern range from nearly white to a pinkish tint in the red oak. similar to cherry. Alder is an easy wood to work with This is strong, heavy and stiff wood that has great wear resistance. Oak can be stained beautifully with a wide and takes stain well.

Beech: Found mostly in higher altitudes of the eastern range of finishes but does not paint well because of its U.S. This wood is hard and very strong with good very open grain patterns. resistance to wear. It is very adaptable to steam Parawood: This is well known as other hardwoods, bending without losing its strength. For that reason, it parawood can trace its origin back to Christopher is often used for chairs. The color ranges from nearly Columbus. This tree is plantation grown in Malaysia for white to a deep brown. The grain is close and straight Latex production and after 20-30 years of production, with a very uniform texture. This wood takes stain or they are cut down and made into furniture with new paint well. trees planted in its place. This wood is very hard and strong with an open grain similar to mahogany. The Birch: Grows mostly in the upland area of the northeast and Great Lake states. There are nine species toughness of the wood result in extremely durable of the birch but yellow birch is most often used in furniture. The color is mostly a pale yellow . This wood takes an even stain.

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any a time, we become so engrossed with the numerous option of furniture piece available. So to make a wise choice on which one to buy will be a whole lot of work.

But i believe with these points in mind before you go, you will definitely be making a good choice.

sometimes depends on where you'll use the piece. l Hardwoods are durable

while pine is fragile and dents easily. l When you finally go

shopping, look for quality construction details, wellmade hardware, and a flawless finish.

Things to think about before you Why it's important to choose go shopping. wisely l Are you ready to buy some When buying furniture, it's furniture for your home? There l important to choose wisely. are more things to think about besides just what you love. You'll Some of the reasons to make an be happier with your purchase if educated choice are: you think about these things first: l You'll probably live with it for a long time. l Consider your budget ahead of time so you don't spend l Furniture can be one of the everything on just one item. biggest investments you make. l Take some measurements so Each piece should have a you know what size pieces will fit. p u r p o s e , w h e t h e r i t ' s utilitarian or decorative. l Think about what style you Remember that classic like and what else is in the room. l pieces can serve different Don't mix styles that are too purposes in different homes. different or out of scale.

For example, an armoire could l Think about what type of hide stereo equipment and a wood you like and the sort of TV in one home and clothes finish you'll want. There are so and accessories in another. many choices in the market and it l Draw the Eye to Something

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you have to create one. Some ideas of focal points that you can add to a When you walk into a room or room are here: An armoire or other interior space, you'll feel more comfortable if your eye can rest on tall, large cabinet. a main feature. That main feature is A beautiful oriental or patterned called the "focal point" of the room. rug

A large open storage shelf with collectibles interspersed with books and plants

The point of creating a focal point is to select something to draw the eye and invite the visitor to linger and enjoy.

If your room has a beautiful picture A table with a collection of window looking out to a lovely interesting pieces on it garden, that's it. If you have a A dramatic mirror or fabric panel fireplace, large or small, that will be A collection hung on the wall, such the focal point in that room. as musical instruments, family Sometimes, a room has no photos, umbrellas, or decorative distinguishing feature built in and hats PAGE 32 IVY INTERIOR MAGAZINE

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Themes and interior finishing

new space in a beautiful environment of one's choice is what makes one bubble with energy and ideas for decorating; especially when you have some pieces of furniture you picked up on a holiday to some exotic places. All you want is to show off the pieces without thinking of how well suited each item is with other pieces and so on.

Really, you are just one of the many people who want a 'wow' space and 'wow' interior style and more, by simply planning your spaces with a theme.

A properly put together space is about proper interior styling which makes a space look well thought out and keeps items coordinated. This can be a bit challenging without the right idea.

little wonder, most children furniture come in shades of pink. Also, the use of more than two colors can be very tacky, thus, it is important to think about the color scheme well.

Personality; most of us in our fantasy worlds have dreamed of being princesses, kings, sports men, gardeners and so on. Some would even go to the extent of bringing these dreams to life by interpreting them in spaces.

For example, a safari themed living room could have plain brown upholstery sofas, animal print throw pillows, rattan stools and a centre rug with complimentary animal print. Picture frames and paintings suggesting nature are also nice for spicing up such space.

Traditional/ contemporary; these can be reflected in the choice of materials used for furniture, blinds and accessories. A contemporary space would be dominated by sophisticated materials and textures such as aluminum , lots and lots of glass for transparency, clean surfaces, foils, plastics, simple light fittings and so on. While a more traditional setting is characterized by When putting together your ideas, it is only engraved wood in dark tones, drapes, cornices, chandeliers and fair that you think about your person, what you are trying to achieve and narrow these the likes. ideas down to a theme. Themes can be Purpose; A corporate environment should not be decorated with influenced by; relaxing furniture. The furniture should compliment the use of Colors; they are an important aspect of styling space. An office cannot be fitted with accessories and items that and decorating. Color strictly speaking is light make one distracted and relaxed and vice versa. Furniture must be energy that is easily noticed and is quick to well suited for its purpose.

Spaces are like books, they tell a story and reflect our personalities. Also, they add to who we are in terms of our well being and adjustment to the immediate environment we create.

affect us as humans on entering a space. The When next the excitement overtakes your thoughts and the urge to brighter the light the more active humans are. juxtapose items and furniture sets in, take a breather and think In other words, hues of RED, ORANGE and about your theme. You will be glad you did.

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The History Of Interior Design E veryone wants their home to look nice, and in that respect not much has changed since the time of the cavemen. Cave paintings and other decorations have been found in locations across the world, with some dated at around 32,000 years old: interior design is clearly a long-standing business! It's thought that the first real forays into interior design were by the Egyptians, who would decorate their huts with various pottery pieces, textiles and murals. Furniture in Egypt was usually highly intricate and of course, the tombs of the Egyptian kings and queens are some of the most luxurious ever seen, with priceless arts, treasures and carvings being packed into several rooms.

The Greeks and Romans also prioritised making their homes beautiful, with delicate mosaics and marble pieces being extremely popular. The look at this time placed a great emphasis on luxury and expert craftsmanship, and many pieces from these ancient civilisations still survive today.

After the extravagance and opulence of the Roman period, Britain entered possibly its lowest point in art and design. The Dark Ages arrived, with austerity and sober designs becoming the order of the day. Many of the poor didn't bother to decorate their homes at all, relying on stone flooring and simple furniture, as even the previously beautiful churches made do with simple carvings in dark wood.

Within a couple of centuries, it was completely different, as the Italian Renaissance led to plenty of marble floorings and expensive upholstery being found in the homes of the rich. The other big change was the invention of wallpaper, which was made using the newly-invented printmaking machines.

Wallpaper offered a nice alternative to huge tapestries and was soon found in every wealthy home across Europe; the grander and more delicate the design, the better.

Although wallpaper was initially only something that the rich had, better technology and two world wars soon saw this change. Both wars led to a shortage of paint across Britain, meaning that the demand for cheap yet attractive wallpaper rose. Soon, wallpaper had replaced paint in the nation's affections.

The late 90s saw interest in interior design skyrocket thanks to TV makeover shows like Changing Rooms. Such programmes would take an ordinary house and attempt to transform it within just a few days, providing viewers with plenty of tips on how to make the most of their homes. Emphasis also began to be placed upon the home being a place to relax from the everyday stresses of modern life, thanks to the seemingly endless TV channels and games consoles that were being brought out at the time. As a result, living room furniture changed slightly in design, with uncomfortable showpieces being eschewed in favour of more comfortable items; recliner chairs and beautiful coffee tables were very popular.

This now brings us to the present day. Today, many property shows focus on how the design of the home can alter its ultimate value, as well as offering tips on how to entice potential buyers. Shows such as Escape to the Country have also given buyers a stronger idea on exactly what they want from their dream home.

However you choose to decorate your home, the important thing to remember is that it should be a reflection of you and your tastes; trends come and go, but your own style will always be perfect for your living space. Do plenty of research before settling on a particular design and don't be afraid to experiment with different samples of wallpaper and fabrics; as it's the place you spend most of your time, it has to be right for you. After that, it's a simple case of relaxing and of course, having friends over to show off your beautiful place.

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International Trade &Exhibition Fair 15-17 Jul SAITEX 2012. multi-sectoral trade event. Among the covered products: building and construction product, homeware, white and brown goods, home entertainment equipment, office equipment, furniture and textiles South Africa Midrand, Johannesburg 15-18 Jul The Manchester Furniture Show 2012. United Kingdom Manchester 24-26 JulHTSE Home Textiles Sourcing Expo 2012. Sourcing event in North America to solely focus on fabrics and finished soft goods for all home applications.United States 30 Jul-3 Aug Vegas Kids 2012. Nursery and youth furniture, juvenile products, toy and game, children's books, children's apparel, and gift. Summer EditionUnited StatesLas Vegas 5-6 Aug KEM Orlando 2012. Orlando Furniture and Accessory MarketUnited StatesOrlando, FL 8-12 Aug Decorex JHB 2012. Home Decor & Design ExhibitionSouth AfricaMidrand, Johannesburg 24-28 Aug Tendence 2012. International consumer-goods fair that presents the latest products and trends for the home, giving and decoratingGermanyFrankfurt 28-30 Aug Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles - Autumn Edition 2012. China International Trade Fair for Home Textiles and AccessoriesChinaShanghai Sep1-3 100% Design London 2012. Contemporary Interior Design ExhibitionUnited KingdomLondon 2-5Sep IFM 2012. International Famous Furniture Woodworking Machinery & Material FairChinaDongGuan 2-5 Sep DECOoh! September 2012. Professional fair for interior and exterior decorationBelgiumBrussels

6-9 Sep IFM International Furniture Market 2012.

International Furniture Market. IFM is an outstanding onestop platform for furniture and furnishings from around the region, with a singular focus on forging business partnerships.MalaysiaSelangor 6-9 Sep Macef September 2012. International Exhibition of Household and Gift ItemsItalyRho, Milan 11-15 Sep Furniture Manufacturing & Supply China 2012. A show for woodworking machinery and furniture raw materials & supplies industryChinaShanghai 11-15 Sep Home Furnishings 2012. Furnishings Fabrics & Lightings China. International Home decoration fabric and lighting exhibitionChinaShanghai 11-13 Sep MoOD 2012. International Trade Fair for P r o d u c e r s o f U p h o l s t e r y, W i n d o w a n d Wa l l CoveringsBelgiumBrussels 23-26 Sep Decorex International 2012. Exhibition of interior design productsUnited KingdomLondon 24-27 Sep INDEX Interior Design Show 2012. International Design Exhibition (Furnishings, InRetail, Kitchen & Bathroom, Lighting, Outdoor Living and Textiles)United Arab EmiratesDubai 25-29 Sep Cersaie 2012. International Exhibition of C e ra m i c s fo r b u i l d i n g i n d u s t r y a n d b a t h ro o m furnishingsItalyBologna 25-26 Sep Timber Expo 2012. Event for the timber industryUnited KingdomCoventry IVY INTERIOR MAGAZINE PAGE 39

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t the end of this article you'll be able to recognize and use the basic interior design principles used by every interior designer to create a great design, and who knows maybe you'll also save some money, or start a new career ! Now let's begin with the beginning, and use them in varying shades thoughout the house. understand what interior design is ‌ “Interior design is the process of In a short sentence for those who just scan this article balance can be shaping the experience of interior space, described as the equal distribution of visual weight in a room. There are through the manipulation of spatial three styles of balance: symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial. volume as well as surface treatment. Not Symmetrical balance is usually found in traditional interiors. to be confused with interior decoration, interior design draws on aspects of environmental psychology, architecture, and product design in addition to traditional decoration.

using the other mechanisms by introducing too much contrast!

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An interior designer is a person who is considered a professional in the field of interior design or one who designs interiors as part of their job. Interior design is a creative practice that analyzes programmatic information, establishes a conceptual direction, refines the design direction, and produces graphic communication and construction documents. In some jurisdictions, interior designers must be licensed to practice.�

If we would speak about music we would describe rhytmas the beat of pulse of the music. In interior design, rhythm is all about visual pattern repetition. Rhythm is defined as continuity, recurrence or organized movement. To achieve these themes in a design, you need to think about repetition, progression, transition and contrast. Using these mechanisms will impart a sense of movement to your space, leading the eye from one design element to another.

Repetition is the use of the same element more than once throughout a space. You can repeat a pattern, color, texture, line, or any other element, or even more than one element.

Progression is taking an element and increasing or decreasing one or more of its qualities. The most obvious implementation of this

scheme; details are just as an important underpinning of interior design. Details should not be obvious but they should be right, enhancing the overall feel of a room.

Symmetrical balance is characterized by the same objects repeated in the same positions on either side of a vertical axis, for example you might remember old rooms where on each side of a room is an exact mirror of the other. This symmetry also reflects the human form, so we are inately comfortable in a balanced setting.

Asymmetrical balance is more appropriate in design in these days.

Now that you have an idea about interior Balance is achieved with some dissimilar objects that have equal visual design, we can move forward and learn weight or eye attraction. Assymetrical balance is more casual and less something really useful, the principles of contrived in feeling, but more difficult to achieve. Asymmetry suggests interior design. Let's begin! movement, and leads to more lively interiors.

When doing interior design it is Radial symmetry is when all the elements of a design are arrayed necessary to think of the house as a around a center point. A spiral staircase is also an excellent example of totality; a series of spaces linked together radial balance. Though not often employed in interiors, it can provide an by halls and stairways. It is therefore interesting counterpoint if used appropriately. appropriate that a common style and Interior design's biggest enemy is boredom. A well-designed room theme runs throughout. This is not to say always has, depending on the size of it, one or more focal points. A focal that all interior design elements should point must be dominant to draw attention and interesting enough to be the same but they should work encourage the viewer to look further. A focal point thus must have a together and complement each other to lasting impression but must also be an integral part of the decoration strengthen the whole composition. A way linked through scale, style, color or theme. A fireplace or a flat tv is the to create this theme or storyline is with first example that most people think of when we talk about a room focal the well considered use of color. Color point. schemes in general are a great way to If you don't have a natural focal point in your space, such as a fireplace for unify a collection of spaces. For example, example, you can create one by highlighting a particular piece of you might pick three or four colors and furniture, artwork, or by simply painting a contrasting color in one area.

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Try to maintain balance, though, so that the focal point doesn't hog all of the attention.

Another important element of interior design where it is necessary to take infinite pains is details. Everything from the trimming on the lamp shade, the color of the piping on the scatter cushion, to the light switches and cupboard handles need attention. Unlike color people find details boring. As a result it gets neglected and skimmed over or generally left out. As color expresses the whole spirit and life of a

Scale and Proportion These two design principles go hand in hand, since both relate to size and shape. Proportion has to do with the ratio of one design element to another, or one element to the whole. Scale concerns itself with the size of one object compared to another.

would be a gradation by size. A cluster of candles of varying sizes on a simple tray creates interest because of the natural progression shown. You can also achieve progression via color, such as in a monochromatic color scheme where each element is a slightly different shade of the same hue.

Color Colors have a definite impact on the atmosphere that you want to create when doing interior design.

Transition is a little harder to define. Unlike repetition or progression, transition tends to be a smoother flow, where the eye naturally glides from one area to another. The most common transition is the use of a curved line to gently lead the eye, such as an arched doorway or winding path.

Finally, contrast is fairly straightforward. Putting two elements in opposition to one another, such as black and white pillows on a sofa, is the hallmark of this design principle. Opposition can also be implied by contrasts in form, such as circles and squares used together. Contrast can be quite jarring, and is generally used to enliven a space. Be careful not to undo any hard work you've done IVY INTERIOR MAGAZINE PAGE 41

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n Interview with Ogbodo Jonathan, a sculpture at No.1 Ikorodu Road, Maryland, Lagos state. Nigeria.

Interviewer: Can we meet you sir?

Response: My name is Ogbodo Jonathan, I am from Enugu State.

Interviewer: How did you get started on the job?

Response: I started from Edo state, where I learnt art work from 2002 to 2006 before I started my own.

Interviewer: What inspires you to work?

Response: Sometimes I remember histories , images or the stories of the past. Like you can see some of my works, a woman carrying calabash, a drummer ,a woman breastfeeding her child.

Really, nature inspires me a lot.

Interviewer: What type of art do you specialize ?

Response: My own specialty is on sculpture. I use fibre glass, Sandtax mix with other colours.

Interviewer: Can you work on any project in sculpture?

Response: Yes, I can work on any project as long as it is sculpture.

Interviewer: What can you say about the market here in Nigeria?

Response: Market in Nigeria is improving but one needs to strategies, by moving to new sites where people are building new houses.

Interviewer: Where do you get your materials?

Response: For sculpture I use natural materials with some other materials and there are readily available in the market.

Interviewer: What are the prices like?

Response: Like a frame of sculpture 1x2 goes for N12000,2x3 goes for N22000, 3x4 goes for N45000, while large size 4x6 goes for N80000.

Interviewer: How do you manage colour?

Response: Any colour you want to mix, there must be a touch of white in it.

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Adorning Your Wall ART

METALLIC ROCKIES-(METAL PRINTS) Metal prints represent a new art medium for preserving photos by infusing dyes directly into specially coated aluminum sheets.

Because the image is infused into the surface and not on it, your images will take on an almost magical luminescence. You've never seen a more brilliant and impressive print! Colors are vibrant and the luminescence is breathtaking. Detail and resolution are unsurpassed. Ultra-hard scratch-resistant surface is waterproof/weatherproof and can be cleaned easily with any commercial glass cleaner (avoid direct sunlight).

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all art is to a room what lipstick is to an outfit: It's the finishing touch that adds that ever-so-important dash of personality and pizzazz.

You've seen them in all the furniture catalogues.

The ubiquitous picture wall. A perfectly hung wall of a beautiful “family” in professionally shot photos at the beach or wherever with lovely white frames against a robin's egg blue wall. You know this wall? And why do all of the catalogues feature this wall?

Because it's awesome. It reflects who you are and what you love.

And, bottom line, pictures look great big and framed.

Wall décor completely changes the look of your room whether it is your bedroom, drawing room, living room, bathroom or kid's room. In kid's room wall décor, you can decorate the walls with their favorite drawings, inspiring prints and cartoon theme characters etc. But for teenagers' room, the wall decoration is quite different from the kids' room.

Appealing wall candle holders, gorgeous wall sconces, beautiful wall clocks, charming wall vases, decent wall wine racks, illuminated wall shadow boxes etc. give a final glamorous touch to the walls of your room.

Decorating a blank wall can be a fun experience it is like painting on a blank canvas. You can experiment with your options and choose the wall art that will look good in your room. Here are some choices on how to decorate a blank wall in your home from canvas prints to Metals.

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wall. Your image is printed on high quality, heavyweight canvas and then coated to protect the surface from scratches and light.

Canvases are stretched on sturdy wood frames and arrive ready to display right out of the box; all the hardware you need is attached!

METALLIC STANDOFF – Looking for a more commercial appeal for that office or retail wall? These 3/4" round Standoff will certainly do the trick. Start by using the holes in the print as a template. Simply screw the base of the posts into a stud or drywall (using the supplied anchors) and then thread on the outer cap that holds the Metallic Rockies to complete the look.

Your custom artwork will be suspended

Floating Frames Canvas Gallery wrap This is a beautiful new addition to the canvas gallery wraps.

Floating Frames are mounted with a space between the frame and the Canvas Wrap, so that your print appears to be floating within the frame. Each genuine solid wood moulding is carefully inspected to gallery quality

METALLICA (MURALS) Guaranteed to make a bold statement, Murals take your fine art image to a superior level. Each piece features silver snap rings and brackets for easy assembly and mounting.

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