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16 Decorating Tips from a Design Pro

Get a load of these essential home decorating ideas from designer and style expert Charles Birdsong.

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15. Hide the Cords

Electrical cords that cannot be hidden, such as those on table lamps, will be less noticeable if they are pulled straight down and tacked to the top of the base molding.
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For ease in hanging a group of objects, measure the wall space and designate an area of the same dimensions on the floor.
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