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Furniture and textiles: matching curtains, rugs and upholstery
A room looks cohesive when curtains, rugs and upholstery work with the furniture. How to handle colour proportion, pattern scale and texture.
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Reupholstering an old sofa: when it makes sense
Reupholstering an old sofa makes sense when the frame is sound and the shape still suits you. Here is what to check before deciding.
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The entryway: open coat rack, bench and mirror console
An open entryway takes up less space than a closed cabinet, but it only stays tidy if the coat rack, bench, shoe storage and mirror console are well planned.
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Ceiling-height wardrobes: making use of the top section
The top section of a ceiling-height wardrobe becomes valuable storage for seasonal items, luggage and bedding when it is planned properly.
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Student's room: a compact bed, desk and book storage
In a student's room, bed, desk and bookshelves have to fit a small space. Practical ways to separate sleep from study and use every metre well.
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Updating an old bedroom: what to keep and what to replace
An old bedroom does not always need all-new furniture. By checking the carcass condition, you can decide what to keep and what to update.
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Furniture for training centres and classrooms
Training room furniture must adapt quickly to different lesson formats, withstand heavy daily use and keep materials in order.
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Height-adjustable desks: sitting and standing work
A height-adjustable desk lets you alternate between sitting and standing. How to choose the mechanism, stability, desktop and correct working height.
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Light-coloured sofas: how they cope with everyday life
A light sofa brightens a room, but everyday marks show sooner. Here is which fabrics, shades and habits make the real difference.
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A home library: floor-to-ceiling shelving
A floor-to-ceiling bookcase creates a home library, but the weight of books, shelf depth and reaching the top all need to be planned in advance.
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Belts, ties and bags: wardrobe accessories storage
Belts, ties, bags and jewellery deserve their own place in a wardrobe. Here is which interior fittings suit each and where they should go.
Read the storySeparating play and sleep zones in one room
How to use furniture, storage and lighting to give a child both a place to play and a calm place to sleep within one room.
Read the storyMirrored doors and large mirrors in the bedroom
A mirrored wardrobe makes a bedroom feel bigger and brighter, but in the wrong spot it can disturb sleep and everyday comfort.
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Glass-front kitchen cabinets: when a display unit makes sense
A glass-front cabinet lightens a kitchen but puts its contents on permanent display. Here is where it works and how to choose glass, lighting and shelves.
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Trendy or timeless design: how it will look in years to come
Furniture is used for years while trends change quickly. Here is how to decide where to be bold and where to stay neutral.
Read the storyCaring for velvet and velour upholstery: pile and cleaning
Velvet and velour stay fresh for years if the pile is brushed the right way, spills are blotted rather than rubbed and the sofa is kept out of strong sun.
Read the storyVisiting a furniture workshop: what to look for
Seeing the workshop before ordering made-to-measure furniture can tell you more than a catalogue. What to look for in equipment, material storage, edge banding and assembly.
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Tall, heavy doors: how many hinges they need
If a tall wardrobe door starts to sag after a few months, the cause is often the number or position of hinges. Choosing hinges by door height, weight and material.
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Upholstery fabric specs: understanding abrasion resistance
A texture that looks beautiful in a swatch book says nothing about how it will cope with daily use. How to read Martindale, pilling, colourfastness and other specifications.
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Office waiting areas: comfortable, hard-wearing seating
A waiting area is an office's first impression and takes the wear of dozens of visitors a day. A practical guide to seating types, upholstery, layout and the small furniture around it.
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Furniture joints: confirmat screws, cam locks and hidden fixings
The strength of cabinet furniture depends on how its parts are joined. How confirmat screws, cam locks, dowels and hidden connectors differ and when to use each.
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HPL is a tougher surface than ordinary laminated board, chosen for heavily used desks, reception counters and commercial furniture. How it is made and where it belongs.
Read the storyBooth seating in restaurants: sizing and layout
Booth and banquette seating saves space in a restaurant and gives guests comfort and privacy. Seat sizes, table proportions, materials and layout rules.
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Noise in open offices: screens and soft panels
Noise is the most common complaint about open-plan offices. How desk screens, soft panels, booths and furniture layout can reduce it.
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