And buy a fairly inexpensive DIY roller shade kit which will supply everything else you need to put it together. Since I am not a fan of spring rollers (they never seem to work properly), I like to use clutch roller blinds. Which are the ones that have a chain on one side that you...
Making roman shades without dowels is a little easier but you may need to arrange the folds so they lay flat. My rule of thumb is: If the roman shade is in a location where it tends to stay open (or closed) most of the time, I’ll make it without the dowels. If the position of...
Put on googles, a breathing mask and gloves to protect yourself from Formica dust before roughing up the surface to help the paint stick. Using an electric sander, begin sanding the doors with fine sand paper. If you don't have an electric sander, you can sand by hand with elbow grease....
look for room for light fixtures, roller blinds or curtains. You can also include small details such as switches, power sockets, fixtures, as well as your favourite decorations and potted plants. This will help you get your kitchen ready for when you want to start using...