4 Ways to Maximise Under-Bed Storage

When was the last time you delved under the beds in your home to see what was lurking under there? Could there be a monster hiding under your child’s bed? Or are you more likely to find some dust bunnies and half a dozen pairs of lost socks? Whether you have a bedroom with heaps of storage, or not a wardrobe in sight, maximising under-bed storage is a great way to increase functionality in your bedrooms, and keep the space tidy.

1. Clear it out
You may dread it, but the first step to maximising the hidden space under your bed is to clear out anything that has become hidden underneath the bed by accident. Pull the bed out form the wall and grab a garbage bag, because in my experience 90 percent of what you find under a bed is rubbish that has slipped under there and never been picked up. You may find the odd piece of clothing too, so pop them straight in the wash.

What you’ll also find, regardless of how much clutter is under there, is that beneath your bed is very dusty. This is normal and is the case in every home, so grab the vacuum and give it a good clean before putting the bed back into position.

2. Decide what’s going back in
Now that you have a clear and clean space under the bed, let’s talk about what you might actually want to store in this space.

The ideal is to store things under the bed that you don’t need to access every day. You also want to store things under there that are easy to pull in and out as needed.

3. Buy suitable containers
Once you’ve decided what you’ll keep under the bed, you can then invest in some suitable storage. There are some great under-bed storage solutions on the market that are the full width of a single bed, and therefore maximise your storage space. You want to focus on using containers that are lightweight and easy to grab and pull out when you need them, especially if they’re being used under children’s beds.

If you’re tempted to skip the containers and just store things loosely under the bed, we’ll just remind you of the amount of dust you vacuumed up when you started this job. You’ll also find that without containers, the mess under the bed will be impossible to control. Containers give you limits and also create a way to easily access what you are storing under there.

4. Use it well
When you come across items that now belong in your under-bed storage, the temptation when you’re in a rush will be to put items on top of the container rather than take 30 seconds and put it inside. Make a decision to do the job well and it will ensure items avoid getting dusty; you’ll also keep the space organised rather than letting it return to clutter.

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Dining Room Design Ideas to Make It Look More Attractive

Dining room design can have a big impact on your everyday dining experience. Dining room is not only the space where families eat their meals but do multiple activities. This is the place where we eat, chat with our loved ones and sometimes even work. For many it is the space where many important family discussions happen. Thus, you have to be meticulous while choosing the dining room design for your home. Whatever may be your budget, room, size or style, any of these handpicked dining room designs ideas would certainly match your needs. Hope, these design ideas would help you in designing your dining room and create a unique space for you and your family.

Trestle Table

This is one of the famous dining room design ideas and these tables have successfully been in fashion since the middle ages. These trestle tables can be seen in the medieval coat of arms. Apart from adding an elegant and vintage look, they are also perfect for social gathering.

Blue and White

While you design your dining room, use the blue and white combination to decorate it. This color combination gives a rich and brighter look to your dining room. Further, this timeless palette was used way back in ancient Persia. To get this design, you have to choose pottery, linens and other decorative items in blue and white combination. Again it is an ever green dining room décor and would never go out of style.

Farmhouse Feel

If you have a big space for dining then this look is for you. To bring in a farmhouse like feel inside your home, you can get a big trestle dining table that can accommodate 14 members. This could be the perfect pick for holidays and family get-togethers. With pendant lights and a functional potbelly stove, this would certainly bring in a traditional farmhouse feel. This dining room design will best suit the spacious villas and bungalows. Thus, you can ignore this idea if you have smaller space, as it will occupy most of your space. Also, for this look to be a hot try and bring in as much natural light as possible inside the dining space. If your dining room opens into a balcony or a terrace or a green space then it’s a bonus.

Natural Lighting

The more sunlight you get the more beauty it adds to your home. Your dining room would look spacious if you get natural lighting in your home. It would be great to have your food with an excellent view of the lush landscape from the window. And, you can use wooden table, shelving unit and wicker chairs to enhance the beauty of your dining room. Imagine having your morning tea or coffee in this naturally lit dining room of yours. Doesn’t it take you back to the relaxed vacation home you loved?

Use a Bench Instead of Chairs

When you have too many guests at home, you can’t make everyone sit with the limited chairs available at your home. So, you can buy an antique bench with cushion in your dining room. Apart from accommodating more members, it will make your dining room design look spacious, as you can tuck these benches under the table when not in use.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.

El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

7 Tricks to Decorating a Large living Room

It’s easy to pine for a larger space when you are living in a teensy one, but big rooms present some of their own challenges, and that is what we will be tackling today. Whether you live in a loft, have a living room with extremely high ceilings or simply have a lot of space to fill, these 7 ideas can help you make your room feel balanced and comfortable.

1. Strategically place tall potted plants
Fill vertical height in rooms with tall ceilings or fill bare, lonely corners with potted trees. As long as your space gets enough light to support the plant’s needs, you really can’t go wrong with adding a massive houseplant.

2. Paint two-tone walls
While tall potted plants are great for drawing the eye up and accentuating high ceilings, sometimes we crave the opposite effect. Painting colour on your walls only part of the way up creates a cosier feeling, tricking the eye into thinking the ceilings are lower than they are.

3. Use a daybed as a room divider
In a really large living room, you may wish to create two full seating areas. Mark the separation while keeping the flow between the two zones with furniture you can easily see over: A daybed, bench, or chaise is a good option.

4.Define zones with a console table
Another option for sectioning off parts of a large living room is floating your sofa in the middle of the room and placing a

5. Use an L-shaped sectional as a room divider
Another great place for your L-shaped sofa is between two seating areas or dividing the living and dining spaces in an open-plan space.

6. Use occasional chairs
Another great use of surplus wall space is for housing a few extra chairs. A console table between a pair of chairs with a large mirror or artwork above always looks smart, and you can pull the chairs in closer when hosting a large group.

7. Create a second seating area or reading nook
In a large living room, even after filling out a main seating arrangement, there will likely be an odd corner that remains unfilled. If you put as much effort into this corner as into the “main” seating area, it may well become your favourite hangout spot.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.
El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.
Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.

Top Myths about Investing in Real Estate that are Actually False

Buying a house is not something we do every day. One may do it once in a few years, once in a decade or two, or even only once in a lifetime. Despite the fact that investing in real estate is not a frequent occurrence for most of us, we generally know how it works, mostly based on our family members’ or friends’ experiences.

We do know that buying a property is indeed a big decision as there are many other things involved before buying a property, apart from the financial investment. However, there are lot of myths that surround the whole real estate concept. We have compiled some of the most common myths, which are completely untrue.

Myth 1:

You need luck to be successful in real estate investment.

Truth:

To be a successful investor in the field of real estate, you need insight, research, and some instinct. No matter whether you are a recurrent investor or a one time buyer, you need to depend on your skills, instinct, and knowledge than on your luck.

Myth 2:

You need lot of cash before buying a property.

Truth:

Of course, you need money to start with, but to buy a property, you need not have the entire cash in hand. You can apply for home loans or invest in pre-launch properties. When you invest in pre-launch homes, you need to give only an initial down-payment to book your apartment or villa, which will be very nominal. Furthermore, these properties will provide you a lot of time to organize your finances.

Myth 3:

There is a good time to buy property, and one should wait for it.

Truth:

“Strike while the iron is hot;” this proverb holds good if you are planning to invest in real estate. Prices of properties are increasing a lot, these days. Therefore, the sooner you invest the better.

Myth 4:

There are not many tax benefits when one invests in a property.

Truth:

Apart from the tax deduction on home loan interest and principal components, there are several tax-efficient ways to buy a home. For example, you will have deduction on stamp duty and registration charges, deduction on interest component, deduction on principal component, etc.

Myth 5:

Eco-friendly homes are expensive.

Truth:

Investing in eco-friendly homes add hardly 10% to the original cost, which also could be recovered over time. Alternatively, you can customize your homes to environment-friendly after buying. Furthermore, setting up terrace gardens and maintaining them are quite inexpensive.

Myth 6:

Ready-to-occupy homes are comparatively expensive.

Truth:

If bought from a credible builder like Dedhia, ready-to-occupy homes are affordable and rightly priced. In fact, ready-to-occupy homes have several benefits like tax exemption, rental savings, limited risks, price appreciation, etc.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2 and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.

El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.  

4 Benefits of Concrete Floors for Everyday Living

When you initially think of concrete floors, you probably think ‘cold’, ‘prison-like’ or ‘industrial’. But with its ability to take on colour and a polished sheen, coupled with its many benefits, concrete may become your new favourite on future projects. Be prepared to have your mind blown by how beautiful, elegant and warm a concrete floor can look.

Here are just some of the benefits of concrete floors.

Sustainability

Concrete floors are a sustainable option if you use an existing concrete slab, avoiding the consumption of new materials. And they need not be relegated to basements or garages. Once the concrete is sanded down and polished or sealed, it looks perfectly refined in a traditional kitchen or living room, especially when layered with rugs and pretty furnishings and fixtures.

Easy care

The only maintenance required of concrete floors is weekly mopping with soapy water. We recommend installing a skirting board along with the concrete floor as well, even though you think you may not need it. Just imagine what a dirty mop would leave behind in the crevice where the floor meets the wall if there were no skirting. And it will make your choice look finished and intentional.

Longevity

A floor that has been polished and maintained can be expected to last a hundred years or more. Let’s appreciate how an aged and cracked concrete floor is not hidden under new tiles or carpet. Instead it is celebrated for the history it holds, and put on display.

Versatility

For exterior applications, silicon-based penetrating sealers can be used to avoid the wet look.

Concrete also looks nice with actual stone veneer walls. It accentuates their rustic appeal.

Concrete can be an economical and crafty choice in lieu of salvaged wood flooring. Stamping wet concrete with plank-like wood-grain imprints creates a lovely effect.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.

El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.  

Tips for First Time Home buyers

Buying anything for the first time of huge investment often leads to uncertainty and anxiety. Out of the basic needs food, clothing and shelter, shelter is a colossal investment which is usually a daunting process. Since the real estate condition is on revival mode, plethora of residential options has cropped up. With increased choices, confusion also gets amplified. Generally, the confusion is between price factor, amenities offered and location.The puzzlement gets doubled after listening to different suggestions from friends and families. Since home-buying is a lifetime investment, very thoughtful decision has to be made. Not only about the present situation, even the future perspective, should be considered.

So before you sign the home-buying agreement, go through the below tips which would certainly lessen your confusion and also help you to opt for a better choice. Expert advice is a must before taking such huge investment decision.

Budget:

How much can you afford? You need to decide on this first. First time homebuyers goof up with the budget, they fail to understand that this is the stepping stone for successful home-buying. Buying cheap home can in fact lead to expensive decision. You might need to pay additional charges for security, furnishing, interiors etc. this will affect your budget. Thus utilize you budget properly. Check if the home matches your expectations and also fits your budget. If you find an affordable home, check how much you additional finance would be needed to make the space comfortable and secured.

Location:

After price, location is a crucial factor to pay attention to. You need to choose correct location, check all the basic necessities are available within the residential premises or in proximity. You need to think wisely, a larger home in outskirt or a small residential space in hotspot, which would be favorable for you. If you opt for outskirt, consider the future aspect. Will the location develop in coming years or benefit you with good returns in future, you need to consider all these factors before investment.

Scrutinize your needs:

A particular residential project might offer luxurious amenities while other might offer security features, you have to decide for yourself what you need. For example, if you live with an elderly person and opt for 9th floor apartment with no power backup facility, will it be a good decision? In such situation, power backup facility or down floor apartment should be your need. Also paying for features that are not useful can be a bad investment choice. Sit down and scrutinize housing needs with your family members.

Financial options:

Buying home as we know is a huge investment thus the potential buyer might not posses total cash thus in such situations, home loan comes into picture. The home loans offered by different financial institutions may look similar but you need to identify their profit maximization objective. Opt for home loans that suit your need. If you clearly understand the fine print of your housing property then you will be able to determine the cost.Your first time home buying experience will turn out to be memorable and happy by following the above guidelines. It will positively help you in home buying decision.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.

El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.  

5 Ways Wallpaper Can Fix Design Quirks

Wallpaper has been around for centuries and for good reason. Though often thought of as purely decorative, it actually has several practical functions. Wallpaper can hide small wall irregularities or defects, enhance or disguise architectural elements and create separate zones or moods within a room. Here are ways to use this pragmatic and beautiful material, as well as examples of creative wall coverings you may not have considered.

1.Enlarge a Small Room

Bathroom wallpaper can make the smallest rooms in our homes look great and considerably more spacious.The verticality of the wallpaper design helps make the ceiling look taller, visually increasing the room size and adding depth.

2.Hide a Bumpy Wall

Glass fiber wall covering is actually a textile made of glass fibers, with different textures and weaves. It is much stronger than typical wallpaper and can work quite well to disguise wall defects.

It comes unpainted but can generally be painted up to 10 times, meaning longevity and flexibility. Some versions can withstand the moisture of wet areas, such as a bathroom or kitchen backsplash, as long as they’re painted with suitable paint. In kitchens, it’s advised to use a hard backsplash behind the stove and the glass fiber wall covering next to it.

3.Create a Separate Zone

Wallpaper is an easy way to visually separate a room into different functional areas.It sometimes defines a small work zone in a bedroom.

4.Dress Up an Outdoor Space

We often think of using wallpaper indoors, but it can also work in outdoor spaces. These days, more companies are coming up with techniques to create wallcoverings that are resistant to rain, yellowing and smog. Consider using them on your porch or facade for a different look.

5.Make a Personal Statement

Custom wallpaper printing is a great way to achieve a personalized look, and many companies offer temporary stick-on options. If you want to move your personalized wallpaper, you can just peel it off and stick it up somewhere else. You can try out different patterns for different rooms, or draw on your own designs.

Elita is located in Thane's prime spot Ghodbunder Road, a location with natural expanse. Elita has 22 storeyed tower and 7 storeyed eco-houses with 1, 2and 3 BHK fully air conditioned apartments.
El canto is Thane’s 1st musical themed living. We are building an aspirational and emotional connect with a surprise. El Canto is also located at Ghodbunder Road, Thane’s hotspot.

Today, the Dedhia Group is a family of 2500 happy home owners pushing us farther into the path of excellence and dedication. Our source of inspiration and service satisfaction- our customers have always been the sole reason we dream every day for creating skylines that dot the cityscape of tomorrow. Book your dream home in El canto & Elita for a good lifestyle.