Bedding
Sunday, June 27th, 2010
Often times we focus too heavily on what we SHOULD do with the scheme of our interior. Instead, we NEED to pay more attention to what should NOT be done when decorating. These are the most common mistakes and the ways to avoid them before they destroy your decor.
Avoiding Color
Don’t be afraid to experiment when painting your walls even though many believe the myth that bold colors negatively affect your home’s resale value. Use colors that thoroughly express your tastes and personality instead of slapping on a coat of beige to “make the room look bigger.”
If you are reluctant to paint your rooms in bright colors, just try the accent effect where you only make one or two of the walls stand out while keeping the others more conservative.
Weak Windows
Window treatments are an easy, cost-efficient way to really put a good touch on a room, but many times, the curtain frame is hung too low or the curtains do not fit the window. This either makes the ceiling look low or the curtains appear cheap.
Six inches to one foot above the window molding is the best range to hang your curtains. This allows more light into the room and it makes ceilings look taller. Also, curtains should hang from the curtain rod to the floor.
Floating Rugs
A rug should either be large enough to provide a surface for all of the furniture to rest on or the right size for the furniture to perfectly frame it. Rugs that are too small for a room end up creating an island that really breaks up the design and the scheme of the furniture.
Accessory Overload
Accessories should be nothing more than small additions. They are not meant to control their settings. Crowding your tables with frames, candles, and vases is overkill.
Display your accessories so that your favorite pieces receive the most attention from visitors. You can even keep these items in a rotation so that you can always add something new to the room.
Poor-Fitting Furniture
There should be three feet, if not more, separating larger pieces like sofas from the rest of the furniture so that people can easily pass through the room. On top of that, try not to fill big spaces with little pieces since it really disturbs the flow of your décor.
When protecting yourself against design follies, visit your local PMD Furniture Direct ™ franchisee and shop their vast selection of furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings Collection so you can have the ultimate decor for your home!
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Friday, June 18th, 2010
How many times has your morning been ruined by the painful feeling of banging one of your toes or shins against a dresser or another piece of furniture?
At one time or another it has happened to all of us, but the great thing is it doesn’t have to anymore! When working with limited space, finding a way to set up your bedroom can be very tricky. The following steps will help you not only add more comfort and style to your bedroom, but it will save you from mornings filled will toe throbbing pain:
- Sketch the layout of your bedroom on a piece of paper. Include measurements and placement of all radiators, doors, and windows.
- Get the measurements of all your furniture. You can either write it down or if you are creative enough, make cutouts of each furniture piece.
- Place the cutouts on the paper and move them around until you get the desired layout you want. Make sure the spacing between furniture pieces is big enough, giving you the peace of mind knowing that you won’t be bumping into anything when you wake up.
- Make sure your room is clutter free! Clearing out clutter from the corners of the room will give you better energy flow. Exposed electrical equipment emits electromagnetic waves, which can hinder a peaceful night of sleep. Instead, hide wires from electrical equipment in units with doors.
When designing the perfect layout for your bedroom, visit your local PMD Furniture Direct ™ franchisee and get those perfect bedroom pieces from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings Collection so you can start your mornings off pain free!
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Saturday, June 12th, 2010
Your children’s room is very special to them. It is one of the few places in the home they call their own and many times it will be their personal place of peace. The kinds of furniture you furnish their room with will make or break their bedroom and can create a very un-enjoyable environment.
Selecting the correct pieces of furniture is absolutely necessary. The following steps will help in the process of assembling a perfect youth bedroom.
1. Find out what he or she wants in their room. They are the ones that are going to be spending all their time there. So make sure it is filled with things they would want.
2. Color schemes. This is vital when buying furniture. Lots of kids’ bedroom sets come in assorted color schemes so discuss with your child the color scheme he or she likes best.
3. Based on how much space you have to work with, the bed is the most essential piece of furniture you will buy. so Make sure it is as convenient as it is comfortable. Your choices will consist of day beds, bunk bed, lofts, day beds, and storage beds.
4. A night stand is next on the list. You child will need a place to put an alarm clock or their glasses once it is time for bed.
5. Your child most likely will have homework and thus needs a place to do it. Find a desk that he or she can easily fit into, preferably with a book shelf. Homework is not fun, so make sure their desk is comfortable. Find a matching, comfortable chair for the desk also.
6. Finally, for extra storage, a dresser, armoire, or trunk will work well and keep the room clutter free.
When designing a bedroom your children will love, visit your local PMD Furniture Direct ™ franchisee and get those perfect kid bedroom pieces from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings Collection so your children will have a place they can call their own.
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Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
Having to spend the night in a room not familiar to you can be such a downer sometimes, especially when the sleeping conditions remind you of sleeping in the great outdoors. So why would you want to put your guest through that same experience?
Take into consideration the things that make you feel at ease when staying the night in an unfamiliar place. This is the most important factor to focus on when creating a perfect guest room. It will also give them a warm and comfy feeling knowing their comfort was thought of when you invited them to stay the night in your home.
- Keep it clutter free. Remove any furniture that might give the room a cluttered feel. Guests will feel more at home if they feel they have enough room to move around in.
- Don’t furnish the room by placing all your unwanted furniture in there. This too can make a room feel cluttered and seem very thoughtless to your guests.
- Give the bed all the comfort you would want if you were sleeping on it. Provide extra pillows and don’t skimp on the linens. A thick duvet isn’t a bad idea either.
- Provide a nightstand next to the bed. This could be a great place for a lamp for reading purposes. Placing a bowl of candy, magazines, or books there is also a great way to make them feel wanted.
- Hang a mirror on the wall so they have a place to freshen up.
- A clock radio, wastebasket, iron and ironing board, and Kleenex are also something that should be provided.
When providing your dearest friends with a home away from home guest room, visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee to find the perfect pieces of furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Collection that will give your guest a home like experience.
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Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
Sprint 2010 is here and with that comes a forecast of bright and vibrant colors! Gone are the days of pale sea blues and aqua’s. Strong intense blues like peacock, teal, and royal are making their ways into homes across America. However, the pantone color of this very bright season is turquoise. Bright colors are known to stimulate moods and can have a great affect over them. Blue’s are known for providing tranquility and freshness, giving any room a sense of well being. Bright blues will just emphasize those feelings making your room a place everyone will want to be.
When purchasing larger ticket items like a sofa or dining table from your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee, we tend to lean to the side of being safe. This means browns and beiges will most likely be the color of your furniture purchases. These neutral colors can be given some spirit by accenting them with bright colors. A turquoise throw pillow or lamp will add style and energy to the room.
Bright colored accent pieces can also be easy on your budget and be easily replaced in the changing seasons. You probably will not want bright turquoise colored throw pillows during Christmas time, so going bright on small accent pieces can give you the luxury of changing the style of your room easily and affordably.
Visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee to shop our vast selection of affordable, durable and beautiful furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Collection.
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Thursday, March 4th, 2010
Along with the changing seasons comes new and exciting furniture trends. This year the key word to sum up the main furniture trend is stimulating!
Leading off this year’s exciting trends are brilliant and daring colors. Neutral colored throw pillows placed against bright colorful sofas with will be the fashion this year. This is the opposite of years past where neutral colored couches with bright pillows were making their ways into everyone’s home.
Enhancing the look of bright colors are grays and metallic accents. These darker colors and styles will allow the bright colors of your furniture to pop even more, increasing their style. Gray is the hot neutral color being used this year to showcase bright furniture.
Not getting left behind in this year’s up and coming trends is comfort and flexibility. More than ever, we need furniture that will serves multi-purposes and maximizes the space in our homes. Modular furniture like sofa recliners, futons, and pull out beds will be a huge part of this trend.
One major trend that is reinventing itself and making its way around again is Asian styled furniture. Having fallen out of favor of designers decades ago, many Asian influences are starting to peek their way into homes. Japanese art inspired fabrics, gentler than years past, will influence many designs.
Finally, gaining momentum every year, eco-friendly furniture is continuing its growth into the furniture industry. Environmentally friendly furniture is going to a huge trend for years to come.
Visit Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® to bring these trends into your home today!
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
You spend a third of your life on your Sealy™ mattress from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Bedding Collection, recharging your batteries for tomorrow’s tasks. One of the most important furniture pieces you own deserves to be protected from liquid stains that can penetrate your sheets and leave foul odors and stains on your bedding.
Protecting your mattress from liquids such as urine, sweat, drinks and food is pretty simple: just keep it covered. Don’t put a garbage bag under the sheets and make your child sleep on a human noise maker all night, giving them the gift of grumpiness. Instead, cover your mattress and pillows with a Royal Heritage® Mattress Protector and Royal Heritage® Pillow protector, which works to keep any type of liquid from leaving stains or odors behind. Our mattress protectors will keep your mattress fresh, allow you to sleep in a peaceful state and preserve your warranty coverage.
There are additional steps you can take to keep your mattress clean. Vacuuming the mattress is the only technique Sealy™ recommends. If the unthinkable does happen and some type of liquid reaches the mattress, Sealy™ recommends using only mild soap and cold water, and applying it lightly. Don’t ever soak a mattress or box spring, and don’t use dry cleaning solvents which could damage the construction materials .
Royal Heritage® Mattress Protectors and Royal Heritage® Pillow protectors are available through Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® as a part of our Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Bedding Collection.
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Thursday, February 18th, 2010
I’m not going to lie. I flipped my mattress a grand total of 0 times this year. How about you? When we asked around we got a wide range of answers as to how many times its necessary to flip a mattress. Some said once a year. Twice. Five times. Someone even said 104 times a year.
So what is the correct number? The answer to this depends on the person sleeping on the mattress, and, more importantly, on whether or not they’re sharing that mattress with someone else.
When first introduced to this crazy concept of mattress flipping, my first response was “Why would I ever do that?” Well, the answer is simple. To make the mattress last longer and sag less, both of which will save your back in the long-run. A mattress that is regularly flipped can last from 5-7 years longer. But what constitutes a “regular” amount of flipping? Was the person who recommended flipping twice a week for a total of 104 times a year right? Not exactly. Flipping a mattress once a month should suffice to prevent irregular wear.
If you do not flip your mattress, permanent sag will eventually set in, and it’s not always the kind of wear and tear that’s immediately visible. Sags tend to form in the middle of the mattress where bodies meet. The pressure from those bodies can cause springs to loosen, robbing the sleeper of the full support they need for rest.
Remember, it’s not enough to flip the mattress from left to right but from the head of the bed to the tail. This way, the whole mattress is being equally stressed.
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Monday, December 7th, 2009
Everyone wants to go home for the holidays – to your home! As you welcome houseguests this season, here are some ways to make sure they have a comfortable stay:
- Spruce up your spare bedroom with holiday accessories and seasonal displays.
- Arrange the furniture to take advantage of any outside views, yet make sure your guests can close shades and blinds for privacy.
- Stock the room with a water bottle, current magazine, box of tissues, small trash can, alarm clock and nightlight.
- Clean and flip or rotate the mattress according to the directions on the manufacturer’s label.
- Wash the mattress pad before making the bed with crisp, freshly laundered sheets.
- Keep an extra blanket and pillow nearby for cold winter nights.
- Empty a dresser drawer or provide hanging space in an armoire or closet for your guest’s clothing and personal items.
- A small chair and reading lamp gives your guests a place to unwind and relax.
Your guests will take home happy memories of spending the holidays in your home! Royal Heritage Furniture wishes you and your friends and family Happy Holidays.
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Thursday, November 12th, 2009
Royal Heritage Memory Foam Revolutionizes Pillow Top Experience.
The unsurpassed 
performance of advanced Memory Foam results in a night of blissful, undisturbed sleep. The result is the ultimate Royal Heritage experience!
Created in a special sealed chamber our Advanced Royal Heritage Memory Foam
not only responds quickly to your movements, but also helps dissipate heat to help keep you at your ideal sleeping temperature.
Another innovation that makes this mattress revolutionary is the addition of the top layer. The plush mattress top creates a smooth surface, allowing you to better feel the comfort layers and support.
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