How To Restore An Antique Chest

You've buy one of those antique chests and now you need to restore it. But, before start with the project there are few important things to consider. Firs, make sure there is a great ventilated place in your home. You can make the restoration outside or in your garage. This is important as you do not have any idea of where this antique chest was stored, in what environment and condition was used, what is been put into it and what kind of bacteria, molds and bugs could have.

Here's How You Can Make a One-Pot Herb Garden in Your Kitchen

If you're looking for a reason why you shouldn't make a one-pot herb garden, don't waste your time – you'll find none, but if you're looking for a way to do it, there just one phrase for starters – It's easy!

Top 10 Most Expensive Antiques Ever Auctioned

These days there are numerous antiques collectors that spend literally thousands of dollars on auctions. The “battle” for an one-of-a-kind antique often ends with sky-high price tags for a single item. There are more reasons for this. One of the main reasons is the desire to have an antique item that nobody else has. In this way, the antiques which in their times may have been worthless today receive an immense value and appreciation. However, not only the rareness of an antique item impacts its price. What matters the most is the age of the item and its beauty.

If you are into antiques you've probably sometimes wondered what are the most expensive antiques ever sold. Here's a list of the top 10 most expensive antiques ever auctioned:

Decluttering: Keep Living Room Tidy With Entertainment Units

The living room is the space in the house where we spend the most of our dey. We use it to relax, read a book or a magazine, watch TV, play games, listen to music, meeting with family or friends, etc. Having this on mind it's no wonder why it is so difficult to keep the living room tidy. Everyone from the family passing by the room leaves something there. Be it clothing pieces, bags or books, when you sum up the belongings of two or more family members you get a a big clutter.

Style Up Your Patio: Japanese Outdoor Ideas & Tips

Patio is a place where you want to relax and refill your energy bars. That is the main purpose of the patio or outdoor space, according to the Japanese. With all the craziness in the world today, it is really impossible to find a better spot to relax than in nature. Designers of Japanese outdoor spaces are proficient in choosing elements and plantings, and they pay attention to create scenes so that they can be viewed from specific vantage points. Every attempt of creating a Japanese atmosphere in your patio will result differently, because every single detail counts and everything depends on who is creating it. Never forget your idea – to create your own haven. Here are few Japanese outdoor ideas and tips to help you style up your patio.

Ethnicraft – A Short History of Success

Ethnicraft is an international company renowned for manufacturing high-quality home furniture. The furniture that this brand manufacturers, features exceptional quality, simplicity and functionality. What separates this brand from the other furniture manufacturers, is the fact that on each Ethnicraft sale you will find nothing but furniture made of quality and durable solid wood. The furniture made by Ethnicraft brings the warmth and naturalness of the solid wood at every home.

Chinese vs. Western Bed: Which One Is better?

Chinese and Western cultures are very different in many terms. From medicine, cooking, working, greeting people to the way people express thought and feelings through art, music and painting. Even when it comes to sleeping, these two cultures have different standards. For example, Chinese people have for centuries been sleeping on wooden beds, also known as tatami.

Although today tatami beds are hard to find, certain things have not changed. Chinese people still prefer to sleep on a firm surface or better said, a firm mattress. And this seems to offer numerous health benefits (no more back pain). On the other hand, in the Western culture it seems like everything revolves around comfort. Hence the soft and high mattresses. People from Western cultures prefer to buy a mattress which has greater volume and soft.

The question is, which is better - Chinese or Western bed? Here are the advantages and disadvantages of both types so you can decide which one is better for you.

Asian Lanterns - Garden Design Ideas

People these days are more fond of the Asian decorating style and tend to decorate their homes and gardens with unique Japanese decorative items including lanterns, Buddha sculptures, water ponds, paintings, fire pits, and much more. If you want to follow this trend, then you should consider some of the following garden design ideas that will transform your place into a real relaxing zen space. People have admired the Japanese gardens for years and years. That's mainly because these gardens represent natural elements. Lanterns for example are one of the most common decorations used in a Japanese garden. Not only do these Asian lanterns light your place but also complement natural elements like water, stone, plants.

Here's How To Find A Good Antique Restorer

Do you have some antique piece that needs restoration? You have been thinking to bring back to life your old antique furniture pieces? If your answer of these questions is affirmative, then you should find an antique restorer.

When you will start looking for antique restorer, you will come across many offers, but be careful, not anyone who claims to be an antique restorer is a good one. There are several key factors that you should consider before entrusting your valuable antique pieces to someone. The most important segments to which you should pay attention when looking for antique restorer are:

How To Identify Antique Japanese Vases

Antique Japanese vases are stylish home accessories that can adorn every corner of your house. You can put it on a window, floor or set it as a center piece on a nice antique table. Both contemporary and antique vases can bring charm to your house, but if you want to make a statement and add some history, then you better go with antique Japanese ones.