You’ve likely come across many different types of floor lamps in various homes, however, each lamp has a specific name and its own unique purpose. Some floor lamps are designed to light a small area, while others can light a room from different angles and even include storage options. Within each category, there are a variety of styles that can suit different designs. Below, we’ll break down the basic construction of 11 different types of floor lamps to help you determine which lighting type is best for your space....

Here, we’ve found some of the best vinyl record storage ideas that will give you the opportunity to flaunt that beautiful collection and make it easy to reach for your favorite record. Click through for some of our favorite ideas.

What will take their place as a color provider? Happily, some plants flower both before and after them, so the key for beginning gardeners is to become aware of these choices. Foliage plants can pick up some of the slack, too. You also must add some evergreens to your landscaping to have visual interest in your yard 365 days a year. Indeed, planting trees and shrubs is a great idea to achieve year-round color....

But knowing what to buy for the perfect seasonal tablescape can be overwhelming. So, with that in mind, we rounded up a list of must-have pieces for this year’s tablescape—including input from beloved TV personality, Carson Kressley, and floral expert Justin Lievano. These pieces are perfect for displays big, small, and in-between. If you’re not into the current retro vibe or you need a base to get started, Carson Kressley has a suggestion....

To help you get started streamlining your vanity, we’ve rounded up 14 setups with inspiring storage solutions. It’s easy to make your getting ready space shine in just a few simple steps.

This Is Modern, More or Less Sometimes, modern and contemporary design are confused. To make things even more complicated, back in the 1950s to 1970s, mid-century modern design was referred to as “contemporary”. Nobody was aware of or referenced the then-current times as mid-century. If it wasn’t Ranch, Colonial, or Victorian but it was new, then it was contemporary. Features in a modern landscape design vary, but here’s what they are and are not:...

While classical architecture was largely replaced by modernism and contemporary architecture in the 20th century, classical architecture continues to be built in what has been rebranded as “new classical” style. Some of the most famous and easily recognizable institutional and government buildings in Europe and the United States are neoclassical in style, such as the White House and U.S. Capitol building. Inspired by the birthplace of democracy, Americans borrowed classical elements to design buildings for what was then a still new democracy, such as columns with Doric, Ionic, or Corinthian details, painted white to mimic the marble used in ancient Greece; gently sloping roofs with gable fronts; and elaborate door surrounds....

There are all different outdoor chair plans available in a wide variety of styles.If you’re interested in wooden chairs, there are a handful of plans that range from modern to rustic. If lounging is more along the lines of what you’re looking for, there are plans for swinging chairs and even beds. You’ll also find a few projects to help you makeover your existing outdoor furniture. All these free plans have everything you need so you can get started building your outdoor chair the next spare moment you have....

However, marble comes with its downsides: mostly, maintenance. Marble has to be sealed yearly and cleaned regularly to avoid stains, scratches, and moisture damage. But if you can handle the work, the results are worth it: an elegant and classic bathroom that will stand the test of time. Learn more about marble in this informative overview of marble flooring, and preview how to care for and clean marble before you invest in this beautiful tile!...

If you aren’t sure just where a hammock or hanging chair might go in your space, check out the following inspiration images, which we’re sure will get the wheels in your head turning.

A wood pallet sectional frame that she found on the side of the road turned into the newest project to add to her balcony. She knew she would need some cushion to make this a viable seating option, so she turned to Etsy and ordered cushions that were specifically made to fit palettes—a perfect match. Adding in some pillows she thrifted, and the transformation is complete. Wood: Outdoor furniture made of woods like teak, cedar, or redwood is naturally rot-resistant....

Assess what already exists: a deck’s railings, posts, and overhead structure should echo a home’s similar architectural elements in front or other parts of the property. A well-designed cover complements your home’s style and the exterior materials used, especially any wood used elsewhere. Among types and styles of overhead structures to consider: Arbor: Smaller than a pergola or gazebo, an arbor includes 2 to 4 posts with a simple slatted roof that is open....

The resulting mashup known as French country decor emphasizes an easy take on rustic but refined aesthetics and natural materials, and an embrace of timeless everyday objects. Much of what we think of as traditional or farmhouse style interiors that are so ubiquitous today have roots in French country aesthetics, which can add character to a modern interior, easily translating to any room in the house from the living room to the bedroom or bathroom....

In reality, pilot lights are largely a thing of the past for gas-powered furnaces, as well as for most other gas-burning appliances, such as stoves and water heaters. Today’s furnaces ignite the gas through different technologies, known collectively as electronic ignition systems. Depending on its age, your furnace might have one of the following three types of ignition methods. Standing Pilot Ignition You’re probably familiar with a standing pilot light, the little blue flame that sits in front of one of the furnace burners....

But there are two different outlet styles and plug-in cord styles used for these 240-volt electric dryers. Some have three slots, designed to accept appliance cords with three prongs, while other outlets have four slots, designed to accept four-prong cords. There are so many of both kinds of dryer outlets in homes throughout the U.S. that newly purchased clothes dryers usually come with no cord at all, which allows you to choose and install a cord that matches whatever kind of dryer outlet is found in your home....

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Some greenhouses are sold in kit form that won’t give you any options for the framing materials, but if you are building a custom greenhouse, you have the option of choosing the material you use for the frame structure. Here are things to consider with the four most common options for greenhouse framing: wood, aluminum, galvanized steel, and PVC plastic pipe. Wood Wood is a beautiful material that makes for a classic greenhouse structure....

While you can decorate a nursery in any style that you want, keep in mind that in the end it’s just another room in your house, and should flow with the rest of your aesthetics and decor, and be a comfortable place for grown-ups to spend time in, too, with a comfortable chair for nursing and bonding, adequate storage, and a changing table that takes some of the sting out of that relentless chore....