Having an attractive living space can do wonders for the mood but there are some everyday necessities that can be real eyesores when it comes to interior design. Here are some efficient tips and tricks for keeping your home neat, maximizing limited space and creatively hiding bothersome items such as cords or electronics. These ideas cleverly convert a boring item into an attractive feature, like something out of a magazine spread. |
Give your cat some privacy with a concealed cat litter box. |
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Create a pull-out charging station. |
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Hide unsightly computer cords with a picket fence baseboard. |
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Make use of space under your staircase. |
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Use decorative storage boxes or a book cover to conceal a router. |
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Don't trip over the dog or cat bowl - transform a drawer into a pet-feeding station. |
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Hide a plastic looking bathtub surface with stone veneer. |
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No need to ruin a decor theme with bookshelves - use hidden book supports. |
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Stash away overflowing laundry hampers in drawers. |
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Turn extra cords into an ode to Bob Marley. |
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Camouflage garden pipes with a fake rock. |
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Use a painting to hide your jewelry. |
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Jazz up the washing machine or fridge with removable wall paper. |
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Cover your AC behind a chalkboard. |
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Place pull-out recycling bins in an island or counter. |
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Disguise the flatscreen as a painting with an inexpensive printed canvas. |
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Hide unsightly computer cords with draping. |
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Decorate your pup’s crate with a stylish cover. |
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Conceal a thermostat or home alarm with a painting. |
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Decorate boring cords with wire bloom clips. |
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