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Basement Bar Ideas for Entertaining

Basement Bar Ideas for Entertaining

Dark Pallette- With basements people tend to go light since they are already dark spaces but trying to give a dramatic feel and embrace the darker hues. Such as black cabinetry and a dramatic darker wallpaper as a focal point.

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Happy 4th! Here are a few red, white and blue design ideas

Happy 4th! Here are a few red, white and blue design ideas

July 4th is only days away, so here is some inspiration on decorating with red, white, and blue in honor of our country’s upcoming birthday! It’s a fun look for the summer months. Red, white, and blue look crisp and clean in a nautical style family room. Sometimes all you need to add a patriotic…

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6 Indoor and Outdoor Summer Trends

6 Indoor and Outdoor Summer Trends

1- Layered Lighting- Say goodbye to harsh overhead lighting. More people are gravitating to softer, layered lighting with searches for ambient lighting up 106 percent since last year. 2-Self Care at Home- Create a spa-level experience at home by implementing some wellness-focused features in your home. Small, simple changes with the help of a handyman…

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How to Protect your Furniture from UV Rays

How to Protect your Furniture from UV Rays

The Summer heat is here and we’re all using more sunblock to protect our skin from harmful UV sunlight, but what about our how UV rays damage our furniture? The damage to furniture might not be noticeable right away and by the time you realize it is happening it could be too late. Replacing furniture…

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Steps To Brighten a Dark Room

Steps To Brighten a Dark Room

Custom Draperies Light Paint Colors– When choosing a wall color determine how much light the room gets. If you have a dark room shades of beige, white, pale gray, and tan would be great to lighten and brighten the space. Add wallpaper– in a small space...

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Window Coverings Inside Vs Outside Mount

Window Coverings Inside Vs Outside Mount

Window blinds come in so many styles and colors and among the options are where to install your blinds. Whether to install in the inside of the window frame or outside of the frame. There are many pros and cons to each option depending on your windowsill depth, type of blind and many more. Here…

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9 Ways to Style Those Empty Corners

9 Ways to Style Those Empty Corners

Home Office- Add a slim desk with a lamp to create a cozy home office nook. Bring Nature Indoors-Plants and natural greenery are truly transformative, breathing new life into any space. Add Extra Seating- Place a chair in an otherwise empty corner, where it can pull...

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Window Treatment Repair

Window Treatment Repair

We offer repairs on Hunter Douglas Window Treatments Our experienced and fully trained staff can repair your window coverings as good as new. We carry a large inventory of Hunter Douglas parts, and we have the connections to get it if we don’t have what you need. We can get it working properly if you…

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Outdoor Decor Ideas for Spring

Outdoor Decor Ideas for Spring

Spring has sprung and soon we will be spending most of our time outside. Here are a few ways to update your outside to make it a place you enjoy spending time

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Spring Guide to Help Get Your House Organized

Spring Guide to Help Get Your House Organized

Get Organized- Eliminate clutter in each room before cleaning. Sort into piles for donation, garage sale, and garbage.Wash Windows – Wash windows with water and a microfiber cloth on a cloudy day to avoid streaks.

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How to Pick the Best Size for Your Area Rug

How to Pick the Best Size for Your Area Rug

Dining Room Most likely in a dining room, the rug would go centered underneath the table. The dining chairs should sit completely on the rug, there should also be enough room to pull the chairs out and still remain on the rug. Therefore, this would mean that your rug is 30″ larger than your dining…

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Leap into March with New Ideas for Your Home

Leap into March with New Ideas for Your Home

A leap year happens every 4 years and on average people update their home decor every 3-5 years. Bigger ticket items like furniture and window treatments would be longer maybe every 10-15 years depending on the quality. Great ways to update your home easily and most cost effective would be

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Fall in Love with Your House Again

Fall in Love with Your House Again

Bring in flowers (or plants)-Flowers make any room feel better and brighter. Plants help the air quality. Hang new art- Nothing brightens and personalizes a space quite like art. Even one or two pieces that you really love will go a long way toward making your home...

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Cleaning Your Window Treatments

Cleaning Your Window Treatments

It’s important to clean your shades and blinds regularly to keep them looking beautiful and new. Wood or aluminum blinds might seem easier to clean, but fabric shades are a nice alternative. The use of fabric instantly adds warmth and texture. Here are a few cleaning tips for fabric shades. Cleaning Exterior Surfaces Dust or…

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10 Small Dining Room Ideas

10 Small Dining Room Ideas

Make an impact- Don’t stay away from bold colors or accents. Bring in a fun wallpaper, light fixture or wall art to add punch to your small space. Think outside the box- Replace your square or rectangular table with a circle or oval to cut corners and add more...

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Last minute Gift Idea

Last minute Gift Idea

Happy Holiday’s From Lynne Greene interiors Looking for that last minute gift…..come by Lynne Greene Interiors and pick up a gift card for your loved ones!!

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Biggest Christmas Debate Real or Fake Tree

Biggest Christmas Debate Real or Fake Tree

Real tree supporters probably inherited a tradition of finding the perfect tree and hauling it home. The fresh scent of being in the forest or local tree lot brings you back to your childhood days. The fake tree supporters would say buy the candle and reuse the same tree with the lights already built-in.

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Background to the Iconic Home Alone House

Background to the Iconic Home Alone House

The beautiful property shown in the 1990 movie Home Alone is located at 671 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, Illinois. The town is a northern suburb of Chicago, and according to Zillow the Colonial was built in 1920 and the 10-bedroom, six-bath property is currently worth $2,317,200. Hey, when there are five kids, six cousins, and multiple adults all…

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Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving

Lynne Greene Interiors is wishing you and your loved ones a very happy & healthy Thanksgiving! We are giving thanks for all our wonderful employees and clients.

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Why Hire Professionals to Install Window Treatments

Why Hire Professionals to Install Window Treatments

Installing your own window treatments may sound like a good idea to save money, however in the end hiring a professional save you time, money and headaches. In the age of Do-It-Yourself projects, here’s a look at why hiring a professional to install window treatments.

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Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween

What’s everyone’s favorite candy……. Lynne- Tootsie Roll Duke– Caramello Lucy– Reese’s Derek– Skittles

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5 Benefits of Area Rugs

5 Benefits of Area Rugs

Area rugs come in a variety of shapes, sizes, patterns, and colors, so you should be able to find one that perfectly fits any room in your home. They are an easy interior design element to add to your home and complete the look. There are many other benefits of adding area rugs to your…

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Why Choose Motorized Shades & Blinds

Why Choose Motorized Shades & Blinds

Added Convenience—easily control shades with a button press, tap on your mobile device, automatically, or even with your voice. Increased Privacy—schedule shades to automatically close whenever you want. Better Energy Efficiency—schedule shades to raise and lower to...

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Reasons to Add an Area Rug

Reasons to Add an Area Rug

There are many benefits to adding an area rug to your space. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, patterns, and colors, so you are sure to find the perfect look to fit your home decor needs. Here are a few more benefits of adding area rugs to your home.

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Inside vs Outside Mount Blinds

Inside vs Outside Mount Blinds

Picking Window blinds can be a daunting task, as they come in a variety of styles and colors. Another thing to think about is will it mount inside the window frame or outside of the frame. There are many things you need to consider when determining which style blind to buy and the mount should…

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8 Decor Entryway Ideas

8 Decor Entryway Ideas

Add a console table with a catch all tray-Consoles help visually define your entryway while doubling as a functional piece of furniture that holds keys, purses, and other items you need to set down as you or guests walk inside. A Table Lamp-a console is a good spot...

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Benefits of Motorizing Your Shades or Blinds

Benefits of Motorizing Your Shades or Blinds

Simplicity & Convenience Convenience is the most obvious benefit of motorized shades can bring to your life. You can easily control shades in the hard-to-reach places. They will roll up and down in a perfectly while you are across the room. No more fussing with cords and climbing over furniture. You can use a remote…

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The Most Popular Window Treatments

The Most Popular Window Treatments

From glamorous velvet draperies to efficient solar shades, there are window treatment options to fit your desired style. Whether you’re going for a rustic, mountain-inspired look that keeps the warmth in, or prefer a coastal, airy feel for your cottage near the beach, our roundup of the most popular types of window treatments has you…

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12 Ways to Turn Your Bathroom into a Spa

12 Ways to Turn Your Bathroom into a Spa

Radiant Floor Heating– Bathrooms often feel chilly thanks to tile floors, windows, and less installation than other spaces in your home, so radiant flooring can help warm you up and give you that spa experience. Oversized Steam Shower and Rain Shower Head–...

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7 Ways to Pick Your Backsplash

7 Ways to Pick Your Backsplash

Textured, Shiny Black Walls– Black and shiny, rich and brooding tile contrasts brilliantly with soft cabinetry, marble countertops, and simple design details. Vintage Charming Backsplash– For a one-of-a-kind kitchen tiling idea that doubles as a...

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Repairing Window Coverings

Repairing Window Coverings

We offer repairs on Hunter Douglas Window Treatments Our experienced and knowledgeable staff can repair your window coverings quickly and professionally. We carry a wide variety of Hunter Douglas parts, and if we don’t have what you need, we have the connections to get it. Whether you purchased your product from us or from another…

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Window Treatments for Tall Windows

Window Treatments for Tall Windows

Here’s a dilemma,… what can you do when your windows extend from floor to ceiling? On the one hand, you enjoy the natural sunlight. On the other hand, you might need some light filtering or privacy during the evenings. Even for the largest and most unusual types of windows, there are solutions available. Here are…

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Decorating Ideas For Summer

Decorating Ideas For Summer

Mix Indoor- Outdoor Decor- Mix patio seating and light fixtures with an indoor area rug in a covered sunroom, or add string lights above a farmhouse table on your porch to create a cozy dining space.

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Window Treatments for Sliding Doors

Window Treatments for Sliding Doors

Finding the right treatment for you sliding doors is not always easy. Often insulation and privacy are concerns, but also thinking about traffic in and out of the door is also something to think about. Fortunately, there are a few window treatment options to think about. Here are some options for window treatments for sliding…

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Why To Hire A Decorator

Why To Hire A Decorator

On average women buy an excessive amount of shoes in her life, but how many couches…maybe two or three? The shoes can go in the garbage at the end of the season, but a couch is something you will live with for years. It is an investment like a car or boat, so it just…

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Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring Cleaning Checklist

ROOM-BY-ROOM CHECKLIST Exterior-Touch-Up Paint-Power Wash-Clean Gutters-Wash Outdoor Furniture-Store and Repair Tools Bedroom-Flip Mattress-Wash Linens-Clean Area Rugs-Wash Pillows Bathroom-Toss Old Products-Replace Mat or Liner-Wash Shower Curtain Kitchen-Declutter Pantry-Clean Cabinets and Drawer-Donate Small Appliances-Toss Expired Items-Clean Fridge-Vacuum Under Appliances

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Best Color Combos To Go With Green

Best Color Combos To Go With Green

According to color theory green is at the center of the color wheel, so it can be matched with both warm and cool colors. Greens with a blue undertone are cool and have a soothing undertone. Then greens with a yellow undertone are warmer and pair nice with colors to enhance that warmth.

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6 Tips to Bring Your Style to Life

6 Tips to Bring Your Style to Life

Consider All Residents- First decide on the function of the room. Then pick a color palette and from there, start to blend styles. It can be difficult to blend items with one style in mind. Try an eclectic look of blending styles together with balance. Select Your...

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Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Enjoy your Valentine’s Day with a special treat or bouquet of flowers. Fall in love with your home again and call Lynne Greene Interiors to get you started! 781-221-8422

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8 Paint Color Trends of 2023

8 Paint Color Trends of 2023

All Shades of Brown– The warm brown tones help anchor and richen your space. The previously popular gray tones are cool, while brown makes your space feel warm and lively.

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10 Home Cleaning Goals for 2023

10 Home Cleaning Goals for 2023

1) Make a home cleaning list- Make a list of your home cleaning goals for the year. Mark down if it is daily, monthly or year chore. 2) Declutter Your Home- Go room by room to see what you can get rid of, donate or save. 3) Make Your Bed Everyday- Keeps your room looking…

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Energy-efficient Window Treatments for Your Home

Energy-efficient Window Treatments for Your Home

As the temperature start to drop here on the east coast, heating bills start to climb. Insulative window treatments are a great way to help with keep the heat in and get those bills down. It is often a surprise how much heat lose comes from windows and doors. Hunter Douglas has great energy efficient…

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