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The rules of interior decorating can be as solid as a rock or as open to interpretation as the sky. But many experts agree that learning the rules can be the first step toward freely breaking those rules when necessary. Here are some of the decorating dos.

1. Do sketch your floorplan and record the room dimensions, window sizes and placement, and the location of special features, electrical outlets, and so on.

Take your floorplan with you when you shop.

2. Do take the time to discover your personal style by reading shelter magazines, attending showhouses, and browsing online and in stores to learn what styles and colors really appeal to you.

3. Do identify the focal point of the room (a fireplace, a view, a bed, an armoire).

4. Do define a room’s style in writing , being specific. Not just “country French”, but “French Country with a rooster motif, chicken wire cupboard fronts, and a color scheme that includes black and gold.”

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Bamboo is attractive as a building material because it is very hard, strong, and dimensionally stable. It has long been used for an assortment of reasons, ranging from food and home construction to weaponry and musical instruments.

Americans have chosen to utilize bamboo as an upgrade, not a necessary. They choose to create a tropical looking backyard, or design a room with an Asian theme or simply collect a few knick knacks using bamboo. Its ability to create different themes, based on the consumer’s choice and personal style is simply wonderful.

Due to easy availability of bamboo in many continents, including Asia, North America, South America and some parts of Africa, the consumers can achieve the look and feel that they desire.

For example, when seeking a slightly Asian look, mixed with an island flare, the buyers may consider items such as a bamboo palapa set, a bar with a thatched roof or torches. However, those seeking a more South America décor may purchase masks that are embedded with traditional beliefs of protection, luck or other powers.

While some people opt to use bamboo outdoors, a new trend is arising in placing tables and other furniture in one’s home made with this wood. For example, when going for furniture shopping, homeowners could choose to have recliners, accent tables of all shapes and sizes, shelves, screens and more made for their home. The hand made tables are a particular favorite among bamboo lovers, because of their versatility. Accent tables can be topped with glass or other materials to give a varied look.

For many centuries now, bamboo has acquired a reputation of being excellent building material for both inherent practicality and very striking natural-looking beauty.

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