Natural light is a wonderful feature to have in any home – it brightens a room making colours and design elements stand out, brings a sense of warmth and creates a feeling of space, however it comes with some challenges, particularly in a country like ours where the sun can be quite harsh.
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Rugs are an important and often underrated element of interior design. We share some tips to choose your rug.
For something that sits on the floor a rug can really bring a room together, make it welcoming and more
Continue readingOutdoor Comfort
Outdoor living is an important part of South African lifestyle – and therefore comfortable garden furniture is a must but it is important to make sure the upholstery is suitable and can withstand natural elements such as sunlight, rainfall, dust, and the like. Outdoor fabrics should also be breathable to provide comfortable seating.
Continue readingSmall Spaces – No Problem
As property becomes more expensive and secure living lifestyles continue to gain more popularity, high density living in complexes seems to have become the norm. Whilst there are obvious advantages to this, one of the major compromises is less space which presents challenges when it comes to interior design and décor.
Continue readingCurtains/Shutters/Blinds – Which to choose?
Blinds and shutters have become a popular design trend over the past few years. In fact, they have in many ways overshadowed traditional window finishes like curtains. So, is one better than the other?
Continue readingUpholstery Tips from Nick
With over 45 years’ experience in the decorating industry, the team from Mary Interior Decorators have seen it all – from dog damage to red wine stains and everything in between. In this blog Nick Prokas, who currently runs the family business shares some useful tips on what you should and should not be doing to your favourite sofa…
Continue readingChoose the right fabric for the job
Aside from choosing a design and colour that suits your upholstery requirements, selecting an appropriate fabric for your furniture is very important as not all fabrics are created equal.
Continue readingReady made curtains make instant decor sense
The DIY home décor trend continues to gain popularity with the result that there is a growing need for good quality instant curtaining that can be bought off the shelf and hung up immediately.
Continue reading4 Ways you can use your curtains
A curtain is more than just a piece of material that is suspended at the top of a rail. They are pieces that add character and charm to your home while matching your unique sense of style. Curtains are usually found covering windows, however, curtains have other uses and may be used for fun and quirky purposes. Here are four fun ways you can use your curtains other than to cover a window.
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