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Do Faucets Have to Match?

No. Not throughout the house or within the same bathroom.

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There is a decorating thought that having everything matching promotes continuity through the house. And this consistency is a key to good design. True, to a point. As I (or my guests) flow through my house, very rarely do we go from room to room to compare one to the other. I do hope for the “oh, very nice” factor when a room is viewed, so I am not quick to discard any design principals.
Instead of thinking of matching throughout the house I give thought to the room and what is best for it. Each room is like an outfit, with the separate elements working together to present a great looking ensemble. But, they don"t have to work well with another day"s attire. The elements of a room (as well as an outfit) are chosen to hide flaws or accent the best parts. That being said, my outfits (and bathrooms) reflect my personality. This creates a natural flow.
What about mixing in the same bathroom? I strongly lean to an eclectic style, so I may be breaking any pure decorating concepts. I have no problem mixing with a few rules. Choose what is going to be mixed: style or finish, never both. A modern shower faucet will not fight against a traditional sink faucet if they are both chrome. In the same way a traditional styled polished brass sink faucet won"t distract from an oil rubbed bronze tub filler that also has traditional lines.
When mixing colors, try to mix them throughout the bathroom. Let"s go back to the outfit. Gold earrings will provide a nice sparkle to the blouse. But you want to wear your new silver rings. Grab two bracelets, one gold and one silver. Or add a gold ring. Mix and match throughout the outfit. Let"s bring this back to the bathroom with the oil rubbed bronze tub filler and polished brass sink faucet. California Faucets Coronado in Satin Chrome and Polished BrassA free standing bronze mirror on the counter would bring this color over to the sink. Find a polished brass container for towels or bathing accessories for next to the bath.
Another fun way to bring colors is to do it on the same faucet. California Faucets offers split finishes. Pick one color to be the main and accent it with a second. This is available on any faucet, any finish combination.

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Empty Nesters:  Renovate and Reconnect at Home

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Some people find it difficult to make the transition to a new stage of life when children move out and establish their own nest.  Endless days filled with practices, carpools, pimples and homework make way for an unfamiliar emptiness.

This newfound freedom may seem exciting at first, but is often accompanied by a desire to fill the void.  In fact, mental health professionals recognize the phenomenon that some call Empty Nest Syndrome. 

Who is most likely to experience this in the U.S.?  Baby boomers.  By the end of this decade, most boomers will be in their 40s, 50s or 60s and their children will be on their own.  In fact, 72 percent of all households will be childless by the year 2010, according to estimates from the U.S. Bureau of the Census.  Among married couples, the number of families with children will decline from 25.2% in 1995 to 20.1% in 2010.

What"s the cure for Empty Nest Syndrome?  Many people choose to redirect their time and energy into their relationships and their home.  Finishing long-discussed but never-completed home improvement projects, such as bathroom renovations, can be a positive diversion for many.  Also, finding time to improve health through exercise and the rekindling of romance are all things empty nesters can enjoy.

• Make Exercise a Part of Health Living
Americans simply don"t dedicate enough time to exercise.  Without the time-consuming needs of small children at home, most can usually find 20 - 30 minutes a day to take a walk with family or friends.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 150 minutes of aerobic activity each week, along with muscle-strengthening activities on two or more days.

• Cocoon in Your Master Retreat
Fuzion 72 x 60 Two Person WhirlpoolDo you have a home improvement project that you"ve put off for years?  Renovations of master baths are big with boomers. With empty bedrooms, people are expanding their master suites to make them more comfortable and romantic. There is a trend with boomers wanting oversized whirlpool and air bath tub products.  In terms of styling, transitional and updated contemporary styles have equal appeal, represented in products like Jacuzzi"s Fuzion™ model that brings furniture-grade wood trim into the bathroom.  Bath technology and designs have changed greatly over the years.

Rejuvenating hydrotherapy seems to be catching on because it also helps with boomers aching or sore muscles that come after exercise or natural aging.  Many tubs like the modern-looking Jacuzzi® Allusion™ tub include up to 10 jets targeting the back, legs and feet. 

Empty nesters can make the most of their “freedom” years with a bit of planning and enthusiasm about the next phase of their lives. 

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