In the last post I talked briefly about hardwood flooring as a good option for homes with dogs. While I still stand by solid hardwood as a solid option, there are, of course, alternatives for folks who want the look of wood but for whatever reason - budget, maintenance routine, environmental concerns, etc. - do not want to install hardwood. I've decided to expand on this a little and go over some ...
If you follow the blog, or talk to me on a regular basis, you'll know that I've fallen in love... with tile. I've been posting about fine Italian tile on and off for the last two weeks. I thought I had covered most of the bases, except that I keep finding inspiration rooms that show off how elegant traditional tile can be. So this post leaves out all the hip murals, glitzy glass tiles, and trendy...
Are the French Country design shopping guides going to keep coming? Do they speak French...and German and Basque... in France? Probably. See my original inspiration post on the design style for tips on how to make it yours, and snag the perfect French Country design sinks and faucets I unburied yesterday. They'll look great between these mosaic tile backsplashes, granite countertops, and flooring....
