What questions should I ask an interior designer?

• <div><p>Before hiring an interior designer, ask a few questions to better understand how they work, what’s expected of you, and what they promise to deliver. </p><ul><li><p>How long will the project take to complete?</p></li><li><p>What type of services do you offer?</p></li><li><p>Can you provide a project estimate?</p></li><li><p>Do you work with subcontractors?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed or certified in this state?</p></li><li><p>Do you have a portfolio of previous work I can review?</p></li><li><p>May I contact your customer references?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle change orders?</p></li><li><p>How do you handle payment?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is an interior designer different from an interior decorator?

• <div><p>Often those unaware of the differences use the terms <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whats-difference-between-interior-designer-decorator.htm">interior designer and interior decorator</a> interchangeably. There’s a reason why interior designer fees are typically more than those of decorators. </p><p>Decorators focus solely on dressing the room with color, furnishings, and finishes. Designers have a broader remit, covering structural planning, layout, function, and general aesthetics. Because of the additional skills needed as a designer, they’ll have studied in the field and should have certification and possibly licensing.</p></div>

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Q: What textures and materials go with dark academia decor?

• <div><p>Part of the beauty of academia decor is that most textures and materials will feel right at home, provided they&rsquo;re dark. Some common textures include natural wood, dark metals like iron, velvet, and leather. Incorporating these into your dark academia decor will make them look right at home. Glass is another option in some cases, so fill in gaps in your decor with small glass jars, or really lean on the gothic roots of dark academia with stained glass.</p></div>

Q: Do longer curtains make a room look bigger?

• <div><p>Longer curtains can visually extend the height of a space, especially if they are hung on a rod that sits above the window frame. Place the rod up to 20 inches above the windows to open up a space. And while sill-length curtains are still common, many homeowners today prefer the floor-length look for a more open and airy vibe.</p></div>

Q: Can I mix cabinet handle types?

• <div><p>Yes. It&rsquo;s common to have a combination of knobs and pulls for drawers and cabinets. There are usually a few different-sized cabinet doors or drawer fronts that look better with different scales of handles, or you might prefer one type of handle for a drawer front and a different one for a cabinet door. Be sure to choose handles of the same overall type when you mix and match and avoid using more than three types in one room to make sure everything flows together.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2019
Peaceful Valley Painting is fantastic! We had a huge interior painting job that included severely damaged walls, water damage, and removing improperly applied wallpaper. Peaceful Valley not only did a phenomenal job (you would never guess what bad shape the walls were once in now that the job is...
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Reviewed in December 2015
Joe the sales person was punctual but that was that only good thing I can say. I decided to use Design Garage Doors, and email the signed proposal to Joe I never heard back from him. I was told the garage door would arrive in 2 to 2 1/2 weeks . After 3 weeks and trying to call all the listed...
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Reviewed in June 2012
The work crew was punctual and they did their job. The crew was 3 guys who were all personable and great to work with. If they had a problem with the design they always communicated with the engineer. In four days time they had the system in . There was also a plumber who went the extra mile...
Machuga Contractors
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Reviewed in March 2012
They do interior painting and exterior house washing. I personally did not use them, but I lived with my Dad when he used them. They do nice quality work. They are laid-back guys. They were very professional. They were easy to joke with and get along with. They were easy to have in the house...
CARONE PAINTING
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Reviewed in December 2010
I paid a deposit of $456 in May of 2010. The work has not been completed and the deposit was not returned upon request. I was told 2 weeks ago that they were coming to do the wall, so I cleared out the room and waited to decorate my home for the holidays, but they never showed. I would not use...
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