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What's The Best Paint For Your Trim: High Gloss, Semi-Gloss, or Satin Enamel?

July 04, 2018 in Color, Designing, Decorating, Remodeling

Even though I hate applying a single rule to anything in design, I do use these considerations when choosing paint finishes for a project.

Vein cut limestone tile kitchen backsplash with quartz countertops | Designer: Carla Aston, Photographer: Tori Aston

When To Use A Natural Stone Backsplash & When NOT To

May 30, 2018 in Color, Designing, Kitchen, Remodeling, Reader Advice

I recently received a question from a blog reader asking about what natural stone tile she should use on her kitchen backsplash. She had a natural stone countertop selected and just wanted a tip on what she should look for.

Hmmm.......

11 Simple Ways To Make Your Small Bathroom Look BIGGER | Designer: Carla Aston

11 Creative Ways to Make a Small Bathroom Look BIGGER

May 23, 2018 in Designing, Bath, Color, Remodeling

These tricks I'm about to show you can be applied to any type of room.

However, in a bathroom, they are particularly important.

Walls, Mouldings and Ceilings All The Same Color - My Fave Trend

November 15, 2017 in Color, Designing, Trending

These days I find myself going back to this idea more and more in my projects....walls, mouldings and ceilings all the same color.

Why?

Terracotta Tile Floors - Do Not Rip These Out!

September 30, 2017 in Color, Design Plans, Remodeling, Reader Advice, Q&A, Products, Kitchen

I recently had a Designed in a Click consultation with a homeowner who had terracotta or Saltillo tile floors in her kitchen and wanted to do a remodel. Since her floors had been down for almost 30 years, she couldn't find the tile again to use to patch in the floor if she changed the footprint or layout of her kitchen.

Click through to see how I advised her and see if you agree.

CARLA ASTON

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