Home and Garden Buying Guide

Be it an apartment, a mansion, a studio, or a triplex penthouse, your home is a reflection of you.  It should have the basic elements that make a living space livable, but more importantly, it should also be comfortable and in a style that expresses your taste.  Buying great home furniture  and appliances  will make you feel better about where you are living, and it's a great way to express your personality. Whether you're posh or casual, sporty or artistic, you'll find everything you need to make your house a home--and don't forget the essential items that keep it looking good!

Your Home 101

Home Furnishings and Decor Guide The guide above and the searches below will help you find your furniture, accessories,  bedding, lighting  and more.  Whether you're starting fresh, redecorating, or just adding a few pieces, you'll find something to suit your style. Bed Linens Light Fixtures Candles Oriental Rugs	Housewares and Home Maintenance Guide Keep your house clean, comfortable, and orderly.  Consider organizing your closet  as a starting point: it can add volumes of space with minimal effort.  Who knows, you might find you have room for all those things you've been planning to sell at a garage sale! Irons Central Air Conditioning Wet Dry Vacuums Closet Organization	Kitchen and Dining Guide Get what you need for the kitchen,  the dining room, and the bar.   New appliances  or serving ware  can make even the basic kitchen feel five-star, and a few additions to the bar can facilitate entertaining (and impressing the boss!). Juicers Warming Drawers Flatware Beer Glassware	Workshop and Home Improvement Guide Be sure you've got the tools you need to complete your projects - remember, power tools  aren't just for men!  If you're moving into a new place, painting before you unpack (or even move, if possible) can save a lot of aggravation: you won't have to move furniture and boxes, and color coordination will be much easier.  Click above to see our complete guide or start your search right here: Painting Supplies Pressure Washers Circular Saws Hammers	Outdoor and Gardens Guide Whether you're a gardener or just one with nature, you can get everything you need here.  Head outside to cultivate your grand designs, create an indoor garden that you will enjoy throughout the year, or if space is limited, just set up a window box! And when you finally have the garden in place, there's nothing better than a big ol' grill  or a tent  to keep you outside, enjoying the nice weather.  Flower Bulbs Hedge Trimmers Bird Baths Grills

Necessary Pieces

All of these items are functional as well as stylish and would be a great addition to any room. When adding accent pieces to your room, remember that too many statements can create contrasting themes. One or two pieces like the below will do nicely for your room.

Bolton Cocktail Table  This table is a great addition to any home and can store items underneath while being stylish on top.	Tempered Glass L-Desk  If you want a modern looking desk, then this is the pick for you. However, keep in mind that glass desks are much more fragile than their wooden counterparts.	Gascony Bookcase  This bookcase is sleek enough to match with most modern decor and has enough space to store all of your books  or movies.	Bertoia Side Chair  This funky chair is a work of art all on its own, whether you choose to sit in it or display it in the corner of your room.	Three Light Mini Chandelier  A chandelier adds a touch of class and accents any room. Make sure you have a high point on the ceiling to hang it from to show off the design.

Classy Carpeting

A rug is a great piece that adds some warmth to an otherwise bare floor and can serve to trap dirt when used as a doormat,  or can trap water as a bathmat.  The texture of your rug is important- typically when you first buy a rug, it may be a bit stiff, but make sure that it feels good to the touch, since this is something you will be walking across constantly. Also consider the bottom of the rug when purchasing, such as a non-sliding back or extra insulation for thin rugs or rooms that do not hold in heat well. Consider some of the recommendations below.

Recife Veranda Indoor/Outdoor Rug  This rug has a unique oriental pattern and can be placed anywhere inside or outside of your house.	Black Guitar Rug  For the music lover in you, find a rug with your favorite instruments and use it to decorate an otherwise drab room.	Cobblestone Bamboo Rug  This bamboo rug is unique enough to be a piece of art but versatile enough to be placed anywhere in the house.	Shaggy Raggy Pink Rug  This rug is extra soft and is made out of torn strips of jersey material to give you the utmost in comfort.	Key West Bamboo Rug  It may be different from a traditional piece, but this bamboo rug has back padding and is stain resistant so it can be used in any room.

The Great Outdoors

In addition to checking out our guides,  see a few pieces of note that are recommended for your outdoor patio.

Caribic Chair  This chair can be placed with your outdoor dining set or simply on its own in the backyard.	Ostrich Folding Chaise Lounge  These are great to bring to the beach instead of a towel; they allow you to spread out and rest your head.	Aluminum Push Button Market Umbrella  If you plan on spending a lot of time outdoors, a patio umbrella is a necessity. Find one that matches with your furniture and is easy to handle.	Bamboo Coffee Table  Bamboo is the perfect material for an outdoor coffee table. It is easy to assemble and has a rack underneath for storage.	North Cape International Vineyard Loveseat  Relax on your outdoor couch with this weather resistant piece. Comes with comfy cushions that are tough enough for the elements.

 

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