Publisher's Synopsis
A reference book for anyone interested in decorating their own home. Whether you are looking for the instant, quick-and-easy, low-budget approach or the more thorough back-to-basic groundwork, this book provides the necessary information.;Spread by spread it presents everything you need to know from antiqueing, colour schemes, fabric furnishing, flooring, lampshades, kitchen planning, practical paint rules, storage, textures, tiling, windows and wallpapering.;Each entry consists of easy-to-follow, step-by-step artworks and colour photographs. Boxes throughout the book feature short cuts, period pieces and ideas for decorating on a budget.
