New Looks for spring in the Bedroom

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Spring is finally here and it is time to freshen up your home.

By: Ken Rader and Cathie Rader- Painters and Decorators in Northwest Arkansas

First up

The Bedroom

Turn your bedroom into a haven for relaxation with some fresh bedroom decorating tips. From master bedrooms to small bedrooms, see what is happening and get inspired by these bedroom photos and design ideas. Learn how to pull together all the elements that make a beautiful and fresh  bedroom -- from the paint color, to the furniture, to the bedding. Plus, learn more about bedroom lighting, including chandeliers, as well as bedroom flooring, bedroom curtains, and headboards. Learn how accessories, such as lamps, wall art, and throw pillows can work together with different furniture pieces to create a beautiful room. Whether your bedroom style is cottage, nautical, country, or modern, you'll find fresh decor ideas. Playful, functional, and filled with color. Get some of the best ideas for decorating both boy's bedrooms and girl's bedrooms, as well as teen bedrooms. We know that  DIY is your thing, These fabulous transformations take basic, bland bedrooms and revive them as gorgeous rooms filled with your personality, style, and comfort. Organization is also key to a beautiful bedroom.  So enjoy the pictures and guidance.
  Simplicity is King this spring.  Neutral colors paired with dark stained wood is all the rage.
  Accenting with bright colors is taking center stage.  Bright green came on strong this year and looks to continue to be a favorite.
  Very simple, neutral walls, green accents and basic furniture.  Yellow and Gold colors complete this fresh look.
  In this bedroom the bed is the focal point.  Once again, neutral color on the walls.  Notice the introduction of Gray.  Gray is a leader in color choices this year.  Not overdone but just enough to accent.
  For Girls bedrooms, Pink is the top choice.  It is coupled with another strong color "Gold".  See the green lamp shade?
  Brown and Gray combinations with the dark wood furniture will be very popular.  Throw pillows are making a comeback.
  This is not our favorite but many are leaning towards the cool appearance.  Light gray, blue and whites with a touch of black.
  Tan, Brown, Taupe and a minimal amount of furniture.
  That winning combination, Wood tone, green and neutral wall color.
  Even small bedrooms are making the Bed the focal point.
  Kids bedrooms are being freshened up with bright Pastels.  Most of this would be DIY.
  Kids like green as much as adults do.  Very simple but functional.

As spring progresses into summer, we will see other fresh new colors and looks.  We will post more in the days to come.
We will address the Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Dining Room and Bathroom.
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Northwest Arkansas Best Painters "Painting Problems you should know about"

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Ken Rader Interiors L.L.C.  is happy to offer information all about painting and decorating.  Check out our Blog and we are sure that you will find other articles that offer information on a wide array of painting subjects.
This article will offer you some insight into some paint problems that you may have to deal with.
Peeling Paint

Another common symptom of a failed paint coat is when the paint peels off from the surface. The paint may commonly appear to curl and flake from the work surface for a number of reasons. Most commonly, the peeling occurs because of poor paint adhesion, due to improper prep work or lack of primer.
Before any new paint is applied to the exterior of your home, the surface must have the necessary "roughness" for the paint to grip to. Sanding and/or applying a layer of primer is sufficient to provide this "roughness."
Efflorescence

This condition most commonly occurs on painted masonry surfaces, such as brick or concrete. Efflorescence appears as crusty white salt deposits emerging through the paint film. This situation transpires when salts in the brick or concrete become dissolved with water, and then attach to the surface as the water evaporates.
Some common causes of paint efflorescence include moisture emanating from indoors, inadequately waterproofed below-ground walls, and poor surface preparation. If basement walls are not adequately waterproofed, ground water may penetrate the paint and induce efflorescence. Cracks in walls and other water damage are also common causes. If the concrete or mortar was not entirely cured and dried out when the paint was applied, or if prior efflorescence was not entirely removed before the last paint job, the condition may materialize.
Mildew/Mold
Another common symptom of failed paint is the appearance of mildew and mold. Mildew is easily recognized as dark green, brown, or black splotches on the paint surface, and is usually found in damp, shaded areas. Mildew is actually a living fungus which feeds and grows on paint film.

Mold spores can float through the air and form new colonies where they land. Mold and mildew have been found to cause several health problems, such as sinus problems, respiration problems, sleep difficulty, and an impaired immune system.

Mildew and mold is most commonly caused by heavy moisture, poor ventilation, and lack of sunlight. A combination of these conditions will provide an ideal habitat for mold and mildew to thrive and grow. Some of the most common areas on the exterior of your home where mildew may grow include the underside of soffits, eaves, and similar shaded areas.
Chalking

Paint chalking occurs as a formation of fine powder on the surface of the paint film. Chalking paint will rub off of the surface and get on to skin, clothing, etc. Chalking paint can also have a fading effect on the paint coat. Chalking is actually a natural cleanses process of paint, however, excessive film erosion can result in heavy chalking.
This problem is typically caused by the use of a poor quality paint, or the use of an interior paint on the exterior of the building. Before applying a new coat of paint, be sure to fully remove any excess chalk from the surface. Primer may also be needed.

KEN RADER INTERIORS L.L.C. IS PROUD TO OFFER THIS INFORMATION.  WE OFFER ARTICLES ABOUT PAINTING AND DECORATING FOR YOUR EDUCATION AND ENJOYMENT.
And this time “ How to search the Web”.
                     
WE ARE PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS AND DECORATORS IN FAYETTEVILLE ARKANSAS.
WE OFFER PAINTING AND DECORATING SERVICES THROUGHOUT NORTHWEST ARKANSAS.

FOR ALL OF YOUR PAINTING NEEDS CALL US AT (479) 443-3686
EMAIL US AT kennethrader@att.net and be sure and visit our web page at http://www.kenraderinteriors.com
  AS ALWAYS “HAPPY PAINTING AND DECORATING