15 Interior Design Charts That Will Make You Feel Like a Professional Decorator
Because not everyone knows the difference between Windsor and ladderback.
You don't need to be an interior designer to know all the handy little secrets the pros know—just pin and reference these charts to sharpen your decorating skills. Guests won't have a clue that you didn't pay big bucks for your impeccably designed home!
The Ultimate Guide to Shopping for Upholstery
Generally, there's only one thing standing in the way of giving your furniture new life: It can be seriously tricky to know how much fabric you need. Luckily, our trusty guide will ensure that you always buy the correct yardage for any type of furniture.
How to Use Color
Choosing paint ain't easy. How do you pick the perfect hue to offset your decor? Use this handy guide to help figure out how to harness the power of color to create the atmosphere you want.
Dining Room Chairs
When it comes to designing your dining room, there are a lot of details to consider. While the table stands out as a focal point, don't let your chairs be an oversight! Use our handy guide to determine which seating option is best for your space.
Lampshade Shapes
Lampshades are an easy way to add personality to a side table or nightstand. This guide will help you stray from the usual lampshade path and choose a more original style.
How to Arrange Subway Tile
For as long as we can remember, subway tiles have been a country staple. Turns out, updating the classic is easier than you might think. Create visual interest by arranging the tiles in one of these nine new ways.
Style Your Bookcase Like a Pro
Bookshelves are a blank slate, meaning it's pretty easy to mess up when it comes to decorating them. Use these six tips to ensure your bookcases look as beautiful as the rest of your room.
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Array of Window Coverings
Let the light in! This chart helps you see all the different window styles available to you.
Arrange Pillows Like a Pro
Since it seems our husbands are constantly complaining about how many pillows we keep on the bed (no, honey, two is not enough), use this chart to prove to him that when it comes to pillows, more is more.
Seating Arrangements
Whether you're planning a dinner party, have a big family, or just like to know about dimensions, this seating chart (literally!) will help guide your table-making decisions.
Furniture Lingo
We know, we know, you probably know most of these, but you can use this chart to hone your knowledge, refresh your memory, or teach your husband that a Chippendale is more than just a Vegas dancer. (Wink.)
Light It Up
Light bulbs and ceiling fixtures are available by the dozens, which makes them all the more confusing. Here's how to know the difference between a rigid loop and a festoon.
Get in the Feng Shui of Things
For those who subscribe to the practice of feng shui, this graphic will help determine your bedroom design choices.
Color Meanings in Feng Shui
This handy chart from House Beautiful can help guide your color choices to make sure each room in your home serves a different need.
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The Best Shades of White
White kitchens are classic, but any interior designer can tell you that choosing the right shade of white is no easy feat. Take a page from House Beautiful's book and use this guide to help you distinguish silky white from super white.
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Paint Colors for Small Spaces
As small homes and tiny houses gain popularity, it's important to know that decorating rules can change depending on the size of the space. Make a room feel bigger by consulting this helpful chart.
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