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THE LIFESTYLE FILES

CHOOSING THE RIGHT RUG FOR YOUR HOME
DECIDING ON THE RIGHT FLOOR FOR YOUR ROOM
CREATING A CHILD FRIENDLY PANTRY
WITH KIM BOOTH FROM RUGS A MILLION
WITH GARTH SMITH FROM ANDERSENS
WITH IAN REDMILE FROM HOWARDS STORAGE WORLD
Utilising rugs is a great way to add warmth and style to your home . At Rugs A Million , we believe rugs are the perfect way to create a balanced interior space . With so many options available to home decorators , ensuring you select your rug wisely is key to a successful room .
Consider Your Entire Space Your rug needs to tie all the elements in your space together so make sure you consider all of the features within your room . Your rug , furnishings , colour palette and art all need to work together .
Know Your Fibres There are a wide range of rug fibres available on the market – from synthetic materials to organic textures such as wool , silk , jute or sisal . Each fibre has its own pros and cons . Top things to consider are how you want your rug to feel , the wear and tear your rug might face , whether you wish to save or splurge , how likely the rug is to face spills and stains and how your rug will work with other textures in your home .
Understand Scale and Size Count Your rug will need to be scaled to fit with the room and other furnishings . When it comes to your rug , bigger is most often best with oversized rugs suiting most living spaces and allowing you to place all of your furniture on the rug .
Remember Kids Can Be Messy Suddenly when you have children those pure white textiles and surfaces seem a lot less appealing ! We advise families to look for rugs that can withstand dirt and allows for spills to be easily cleaned .
As you can see there is a lot to consider when selecting your rug . Chat with our friendly Helensvale team to select the right rug for your home .
Website www . rugsamilion . com . au Phone : 07 5502 9499

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Choosing the right floor for your room is an important decision and one that you should consider carefully . It is an investment that you will likely be walking on for years and possibly decades to come ; so it pays to take your time so you ’ re happy with the choice you made .
Firstly , consider the purpose of your room . Certain floors are more suitable , in a practical sense , than others depending on what the room is used for . For example , carpet is an excellent choice for a family room - it ’ s soft underfoot , reduces noise levels and it ’ s great for small children at play ; comfortable yet durable . Whereas , a room such as an entryway , which will see the highest levels of foot traffic in your home , requires a product that is durable and capable of withstanding scuffing , dirt , and general wear and tear . A practical choice here would be vinyl planks .
Another aspect to think about is colour . At the moment , we ’ re seeing homeowners looking to achieve bold looks . Although grey and neutral tones are still popular , there has been a spike in interest in the extremes ; extra light shades , which tend to make a room feel more spacious , and deep , dark-tones , which can make a room seem cosier and add a sense of warmth .
For further design advice about how to make your own bold statement in your home , step into Andersens Helensvale to find out more about our wide range of flooring selections ..
Website : www . andersens . com . au Phone : 07 5665 7744
How child friendly is your pantry ? At Howards Storage World , we believe the pantry is a powerful tool for empowering kids to pick and pack their own lunches and serve themselves breakfast and healthy snacks .
An organised kitchen makes it easy to cater for your kids . Ensuring access to a child friendly zone at the base of your pantry will save you time , reduce waste , offer healthy snack solutions and will empower your little folk to become self-sufficient when their stomachs start to rumble .
To create your child friendly pantry , we recommend using our Elfa shelfing system , which is durable , customisable and easy to install .
Divide and stock your pantry into organised zones . High access items should be positioned front and centre while an accessible snack zone will ensure the kids aren ’ t rifling through the rest of the pantry for food .
When creating your child friendly pantry , remember :
• Visibility and access is key
• Create equal access for kids and adults alike
• Ensure the kids zone is at child height giving the kids direct access to their breakfast essentials , drink bottles , lunch bags and food for packed lunches
• Use organiser baskets and airtight , stackable containers to give order and maximise space
• Use clear containers so little eyes can easily see and access the items they are after
Once you have your child friendly pantry zone in place stock it with healthy options to ensure that they are making nutritionally sound selections .
Website : www . hsw . com . au Phone : 07 5502 6677