Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Shutter Design Tip on Star Furniture Site

Facts are very important in deciding which shutters are right for your home and family. In many instances, shutters can be financed on a new home as they are considered to be part of the home.

Custom made wood shutters provide an unmatched investment. Hand manufactured with the lasting tradition of fine handmade furniture, the craftsmanship and design assure quality and durability for the long term. Wood shutters blend with all styles - contemporary to exquisite elegance. Custom paint is matched to your trim, walls or even the exterior of your home with many coats to assure the longevity of the finish.

Faux wood shutters are usually made from extruded resin. They too are energy-efficient, and the price tag is lower. However, compared to wood, resin is more likely to warp. Also, paint does not to adhere to resin as well as it does to wood. The frames are machine-made in stock sizes, so an exact fit to your window is not guaranteed. Most brands are available in about three colors.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

A Fun Way To Look At Color

Two Story Beauty


I am asked several times a month what type of window treatment looks good on the two story windows so popular in Houston right now.

This lovely treatment of sheer swags with side panels is grand without taking over the soft, liveable room design while adding just the right amount of color, "marries" all the elements and completes the design plan.

photo courtesy of Susan McDermott, Interior Designer
Star Furniture Super Store at I-10 and Park Ten