There are so many reasons why you should have mirrors in your home. We have a beautiful range of mirrors here at Kings Interiors and thought we’d write about why we think you need one in every room of your house...
Space
For a start they are the best way of creating the illusion of space! They can really effectively amplify a room and make it feel a lot bigger than it actually is. A mirror reflects the room, making you think that a room is much bigger. A small or narrow room can benefit from hanging a wall mirror and having a mirror in the hallway or a bathroom can make a space look more open.
Light
A mirror also reflects light around a room. Any light in your room will be enhanced by mirrors that reflect it, making the room more light and airy, and the more light and airy a room, the more spacious it feels.
Hide
Another great use for a mirror is to hide any imperfections you may have on the walls of your home. It can be hard to find paintings or pictures that look right in your home and that suit your style and colour schemes. A mirror is a great alternative that can cover up any unsightly imperfections such as holes, paint scratches, discoloured paint, or finger marks.
Decorate
A large, decorative mirror in a room will immediately brighten it up and can create a lovely focal point. You can also use a mirror to update the look of a room in your home, to achieve a cohesive style or to bring interest in a space.
LookLast but not least, a key benefit of a mirror and arguably the most important one is its functional use. You use a mirror to look in it! You use one to check on yourself before you leave the house, to do your hair, and for all your other grooming rituals.
Many interior decorators and designers maintain that a mirror completes the look of a room. In our showrooms we display probably the largest selection of mirrors from each manufacturer in the UK. You can browse and buy online, or visit our amazing showrooms here in Nottingham. Call us for any help or advice on 0115 9455584 or email info@kingsinteriors.com.
Tuesday, 14 April 2015
Monday, 16 March 2015
Patterned Carpets are back!
Old-fashioned and dowdy they are no more - patterned carpet is back! We believe a pattern can brighten up even the dingiest of spaces, whether you making statement on you staircase with a slick tartan design, or styling your lounge with floral motifs. Patterned carpets are dramatic, adventurous and fun, and they are an important consideration when choosing a carpet.
Practically speaking, it can mask a multitude of spills, spots and wear. Even a subtle pattern can help to conceal any blemishes. Pattern adds detail to a room, whether it's geometric, floral or a simple check. It also brings character and complexity to the overall design.
From a contemporary take on traditional designs or to create a truly heritage impression we have a wide selection of beautiful patterns and designs for every taste and style.
From Axminster Carpets of Devon, Brintons, Ulster Carpets, Whitestone Weavers, Woodward Grosvenor and Goodacre, from traditional to Laura Ashley designs, Kings has everything you will need to transform your room. We are one of the original woven Axminster and Wilton suppliers in the country. Our knowledge of these products is second to none. Here are some examples...
The Brintons Abbeyglen Woven Axminster
This plaid collection is named after the striking castle which sits high above Connemara. The five designs are inspired by the county that the plaid represents and the warm earth colours used give the carpets a rich natural quality.
Brintons Timorous Beasties Yellow Ruskin Butterfly
Known for their beautiful, dramatic textiles and wallpapers, Timorous Beasties began by creating rugs for Brintons. This season, for the first time, they have designed a carpet collection. Available in three widths 1, 3 and 4 metres wide, this stunning design is suitable for extra heavy domestic use.
Brintons Laura Ashley Woven Axminster
The Laura Ashley palette of soft honeys, pinks and greens looks great in modern homes and is very easy to live with. Available in three widths 0.91 metres, 2.74 metres and 3.66 metres wide, this pretty design would look beautiful in any home.
Flooring is the cornerstone of any design scheme. Once you decide on the carpeting of a space, the wall colour, window treatment, fabrics and furnishings will all fall into place. So what is on the floor-whether it's a block colour or an elaborate pattern- will create the atmosphere for an entire room. For all your carpet needs, look no further than Kings Interiors!
Monday, 9 February 2015
A Display Cabinet in all its glory…
A display cabinet is a practical piece of furniture often
considered to be a grandiose feature that adds a sense of gravitas to its
surroundings.
Its aristocratic associations are partly due to the English upper
classes of the 16th Century onwards who proudly used them when
cabinet-making became an established art form across Europe[i].
Even today a dark wooden cabinet such as this REH
Kennedy Military one (right) connotes
wealth and esteem because of the rich materials it is made from and the skilled
craftsmanship behind its construction.
Depending on your individual lifestyle, you can choose to
put different things inside it such as ornaments, souvenirs, photos, books,
statues, and china, or more convenient, less attractive clutter for instance
documents, letters, bills, statements, and stationery.
When you install a display cabinet it is important to
present it at its very best.
As you can see from the picture above, books look best when
they are lined up side by side across the central shelves. This example
features books which are all similar shades and size which is obviously
unlikely in real life; however if you want to store regular books you should order
them according to their size with the largest first, and use attractive
bookends to make them look smart.
Less is more when it comes to your cabinet: even if you have
lots of ornaments to display try and limit how many you situate on each shelf;
1 on each short shelf and 2-4 on each wider shelf is more than enough.
Naturally, everybody has certain things that they want to
shove away and forget about which is why cabinets such as this one feature plenty
of drawers where messier items can be hidden.
Remember to dust the shelves every month – despite what
people say a cabinet does not gather that much dust but a monthly clean is a
good idea.
If you are thinking about adding a cabinet to your home, have a look on our website now.
Kings Interiors are a Nottingham-based furniture store dedicated to providing
customers with elite, top quality furniture that can be handed down through
generations.
Thursday, 11 December 2014
Treat yourself this Christmas: 5 gifts for you
Christmas is a time of sharing and giving to others but for
a lot of people it also a part of the year when they want to update and
modernise their home in time for the New Year by refreshing the decor.
While it is a fantastic feeling to be able to give to
others, you should also treat yourself at Christmas! After all, you have had a
long year working hard so why shouldn’t you? Here at Kings Interiors you will
find lots of ways that you can treat yourself this Christmas:
Cormar Carpets
If you want to treat yourself this Christmas then investing
in a brand new carpet is a brilliant way of updating a room, instantly making
it look cleaner, brighter, and rejuvenating the overall look of your home in
time for New Year.
Tetrad Sofas
Tetrad sofas are not only extremely elegant such as this
button-backed, luxurious design, but they are very comfortable to sit on as
well. This sofa can actually be purchased in several
different colours depending on what is most appropriate for you.
A new piece of furniture such as this can really enhance a
room’s sense of style and grandeur. The neutral colour complements almost any
decor and the brand is well-known for creating top quality furniture that can
last for centuries, so if you really want a treat this month then a Tetrad sofa
is a good idea for you.
New Cabinet
A new cabinet is a brilliant idea if you have an office or study that could do with something new and interesting adding to it. As well as being a practical, stable design, it looks spectacular and really complements a room that is designed in a sophisticated, opulent style.
On our website you can find
cabinets in lots of different styles, sizes, and for different budgets.
Perhaps you are not looking to
make such a large investment but are looking for a new accessory to enhance a
room in your property. On our website you will find lots of top quality clocks,
vases, candle holders and more.
Remember, if you have any
questions about any of our range, get in touch and have a very merry Christmas!
Friday, 14 November 2014
Make the most of your conservatory this winter
Over the last decade conservatories have gone from being a
relatively rare “extra” found in some properties to becoming a commonplace room
where families are known to lounge together in the summertime.
Because of its greenhouse-like properties, many people still
associate conservatories with the summer alone; leaving it abandoned for most
of the winter because the temperatures are too cold to bear. However, if you
neglect the conservatory over winter you are not making the most of it the way
that you should be.
The first step to ensuring that you use your conservatory to
its maximum potential this winter is to make sure that it contains appropriate
furniture. Many people like to choose more country-inspired, woven furnishings
such as the
Lloyd Loom furniture designs found at Kings Interiors. With a focus on
kitchens and conservatories, each piece of Lloyd Loom furniture is individually
hand crafted and this is evident in the quality of their designs.
As you can see from the examples above, their neat shapes
look sophisticated while homely and would be an inviting seat that will
encourage you and your family to sit in the conservatory and enjoy its
atmosphere.
Although the room will be cold during the winter, combating
the low temperatures is no difficult feat: a simple, cheap electric heater can
be situated neatly in the corner of the room- if you switch it on in the morning
you will be impressed by how quickly the room warms up; making your
conservatory a cosy, comfortable area to sit while the outside temperatures
drop.
As well as a pleasant area to sit and read the newspaper,
many families use the conservatory as an area to dine and entertain over
Christmas. Light some candles and set the dining table for the ideal atmosphere
and be sure to add a little Christmas tree - this will make it more inviting
than ever and put you into a cheerful, Christmassy mood whenever you’re in
there.
Finally, if it is a small conservatory, add plants to it so
that there is a little extra water vapour in the air and remember to open the
window every now and then (weather permitting) for some additional ventilation.
If you follow the advice of this blog post then you will successfully make the
most of your conservatory this winter!
Friday, 17 October 2014
Design a country-inspired living room
If you live in a classic, country cottage then you are likely
to be someone who loves rustic, homely interior design. However,
country-inspired decor is not necessarily restricted to homes situated in
amongst the fields and farmland; many people who live in the busy city pine for
the great outdoors and would like to introduce a traditional, cosy atmosphere
into their city home.
There are a few straightforward but vital things that should
be present for any country-style home:
Choosing the right
furniture
Probably the most important part of creating a rustic-
country-inspired room is purchasing the right furniture.
Tetrad sofas
are a brilliant example of the style needed. They look rustic but with a
modern twist. The classic scrolled arms are synonymous with the style of sofa
found in stately homes up and down the country; but the materials used to make
them are very much the best of modern manufacturing.
Sofas such as these provide comfort to a family as well as
complementing the overall classic, country feel.
Colours
A country home should be filled with different shades of
brown, cream, maroon, and dark green – all of which connote the outdoors which
you are trying to emulate within your home.
As you can see from the sofas above, you should add cushions
(2 or more) for a snug and warm ambience.
As the rustic theme is all about bringing the outdoors
indoors, it is important to have lots of wood and greenery within the room. A
wooden floor is a must-have to achieve the overall look but you can also
incorporate it through an oak table, corner tables, ornaments, and picture
frames, and plenty of plants are well suited to this style as well.
Wallpaper
As the word “rustic” suggests, it is all about using natural
materials but also about using traditional methods of decorating, hence why a
lot of people like to incorporate wallpaper into the design. A busy wallpaper
(probably filled with different shades of flowers) is particularly rustic, but
if used on every wall can make a room look smaller. Instead, perhaps just
decorate one wall with it.
At King’s Interiors we have a large collection of Tetrad
furniture available for you to explore. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in
touch.
Wednesday, 17 September 2014
Out with the old and in with the new (sofa)
When your old, well-loved, but worn sofa is ready to be
replaced, it is always easier to put off the inevitable chore of purchasing a
newer model. A comfortable sofa is a wonderful thing. A place to chat, nap,
entertain, read and watch television it is easy to become accustomed to the
model that you own.
Usually the focal point of a living room or family room, the
right sofa can be a sizeable investment. But replacing your existing one can be
a surprisingly stressful and costly experience once you have organised
transport to relocate your existing one or taken it to the local dump.
As a big commitment, choosing the right sofa that matches
both your home and lifestyle is a serious decision and one that is likely to
affect your home for a long time, taking up space and anchoring your decorative
theme.
Many people fail to research and shop around, with this in mind;
we want you to be prepared and to make a well-informed investment that will
happily shape your home.
Here are few things to consider when purchasing your new
sofa:
Size
Most homeowners usually follow the general rule that a large
room will usually dictate a larger sofa and vice versa, but other items of
furniture will need to be taken into consideration too. For instance, will you want
to purchase matching chairs for the same room, a coffee table perhaps or create
a more spacious minimalistic living space?
Sofas, while being
the main focus of a living room, should not overwhelm but in the same way they
should not be too small. If you live in an apartment a two-seater sofa may be
your best option with a side chair. Just because you may opt for a smaller
sofa, it doesn’t always mean compromising on weaker styles either.
Consider a sofa such as the Duresta
Southsea, available in varied size options and upholstery styles.
Upholstery
Patterned fabrics will also camouflage stains much more easily although neutrally coloured fabrics and leathers are likely to be timeless in style and can be dressed up with cushions and bolder statements pieces.
The feel of the upholstery you choose should be enough to evoke the feeling of comfort.
Our ranges of Contrast upholstery provide something for every type of household and decor.
Shape & Style
With the resurgence of period and vintage revivals in
combination with contemporary interior design styles, there is a healthy
variety of shapes and styles of sofa to choose from. While this is good, it can
make it extremely difficult to choose the right sofa for your home.
The lines of a sofa’s shape and frame are an important
aspect of the overall look of your seating option in turn setting the tone for
the entire room that it is in, particularly if you have chosen it to become the main focal point
of your living room.
If you are looking for a show piece it is likely you will
want something more flamboyant, like a Chesterfield sofa for example, however
if you have a busy household with children or many visitors you will want a
shape and style that is easily accessed, durable and simple in design.
Modern
sofas have simple shapes with subtle curves while traditional sofas tend to be
more rounded with the addition of buttons. Combinations of styles are
available.
If you’re looking for a simple leather sofa design that
boasts durability and practicality, consider the Wade
Upholstery Berrington sofa.
Knowledge
When you have your ideal designs, styles, functions and
fabric styles in mind browse various furniture stores and ask the staff about
the ranges, that way you are likely to find a retailer that you can build trust
and confidence in.
Choosing a store you can trust with salespeople who can
answer your questions without being rushes or pressured makes your purchase of
the right sofa much simpler.
All of our staff at our various showrooms in Nottingham have
extensive knowledge about all of our sofas and will patiently guide you through
the process of selecting the style and design that you want for your home.
With various sofa brands, designs, sizes and styles
available you’re sure to find the right sofa with Kings. If you live in
Nottingham, Derby or surrounding areas, pop into one of our showrooms today or contact us.
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