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How to Style and Care for a White Sofa with Electrolux Laundry by Sarah Sherman Samuel
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By Sarah Sherman Samuel | http://sarahshermansamuel.com
Many of you, including myself, thought I might be crazy getting a white sofa with two dogs and a toddler boy in the house. However I couldn’t get over my want for a sofa in the colorless hue. I could probably try and blame Pinterest and every gorgeous living room I’ve ever seen with a white sofa, but there was no talking me out of it. Today I am sharing how to style one 3 different ways and how I care for mine with Electrolux to keep the white, white!
For the first look (above) I went white on white on white on white and I don’t think I could love it more. When going SO neutral it is important to bring in different textures and layer different materials so it doesn’t go to stark. The warmth of the natural jute and wood bring warmth to the space and all the varied textures bring dimension, giving it a rich feeling, even in the absence of color.
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For the second look, I brought in the stark contrast of black and white which creates a slightly more masculine and a lot more graphic vibe. The wood tones are still working hard and doing their job to warm the space up around the white sofa and the pattern mixing gives it an artful makeover.
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And finally for the third look… I gave the sofa a modern boho style with a shibori pillow, vintage rug, and macrame cushion. By layering a lot of pillows the sofa feels more casual and lived in. The layered rugs also help to cozy up the space and the globe lamp and geometric accessories are keeping it modern and a little unexpected.
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Now when it comes to caring for this sofa, we have our work cut out for us with the clan I mentioned at the beginning. The property around our A-frame is all desert sand/dirt so you know those dogs have already piled onto the sofa and tracked some of that dirt onto its’ cushions. The good news is Electrolux has our back and I just have to zip off the cushion covers and throw them in the wash.
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Our Electrolux washer has a great feature called SmartBoost which means it premixes water and detergent before the cycle begins which I love because I always heard you are supposed to let the soap and water mix first and then add clothes because it maximizes the power of the detergent but I NEVER have remembered to and now I don’t have to. It is all built-in!
The cushion covers go in dirty and come back out nice and white! I haven’t had to deal with any tough stains yet but for the dirt I wash them on the normal setting with the Perfect Steam option selected. One thing I worried about with washing the cushions so much is the wear and tear it would take on the fabric but Electrolux has so many features to care for the fabric, like in the dryer, there are moisture sensors that detect when the fabric is dry to prevent over-drying. I’ve been drying them on the delicate setting just to be safe.
White sofas are endlessly versatile and I almost couldn’t decide which look was my fave, but the white on white in the first image takes the cake for me. I just can’t seem to get over going monochromatic. A white sofa can be notoriously hard to keep looking new but since I’ve been caring for mine its been so far so good on the white sofa decision (knock on wood)!
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Produced and Written By Sarah Sherman Samuel. This post was sponsored by Electrolux, as always all thoughts and ideas are my own.
3 Kitchen Trends That Are Going To Be Everywhere In 2019
What's hot in the world of kitchen design for 2019?
From House Beautiful
While minimalism and rose gold appliances were huge for 2018, the new year is bringing in a few different ideas for your kitchen. If you're planning a kitchen reno—or just want to make sure you're staying on top of what's trendy—you need to know what designers are doing for 2019. We spoke with Los Angeles-based interior designer, Natalie Meyers, to get you the deets on what's about to become all the rage.
Incorporate Stone
Get a little rustic in the new year and consider incorporating more stone. According to Meyers, "people are falling in love with the abstract canvases painted by Mother Nature and using natural stone beyond countertops. Designers are continuing the stone material to waterfall edges and tall backsplashes." Sometimes they carry the stone all the way to the ceiling, and you can even fabricate drawer fronts and hood vent covers out of natural stone.
2. Mixed in Beadboard Accents
Considering adding beadboard accents on drawer fronts, hood vent surrounds, or island fronts. They are an "eye-catching way to add subtle texture to a kitchen," Meyers says.
3. Matte Black
"Matte black fixtures and hardware are growing in popularity," Meyers says. "What was once a minimal and stark choice in all white modern kitchens is now a fun way to subtly add contrast to wood cabinets and more traditional Shaker style kitchens."
Thermador Stuns In the New American Home
By Natalia Elko from Thermador
Every year I find myself counting down the days until the reveal of The New American Home® – what is always a gorgeous, inspirational show home presented by the National Association of Home Builders. I am certain this year’s unveiling will not disappoint.
The 8,226 sq. ft. Henderson, Nevada show home, designed and constructed by Sun West Custom Homes, includes a full suite of Thermador cooking, cooling, cleaning, and ventilation appliances, plus, revolutionary features like the exclusive Thermador Connected Experience By Home Connect™. Seamlessly integrating culinary ambition with exceptional living, Thermador delivers a connected experience across all product categories – allowing luxury entertainers to get the most out of their appliances and further enhance their extraordinary lifestyles.
The 2019 groundbreaking show home is part of the International Builders’ Show (IBS), and will be officially unveiled to the public Feb. 19-21 in Las Vegas.
The home is brimming with contemporary design, dazzling details, and luxurious glass features. The kitchen showcases an unbelievable assortment of showstopping Thermador refrigeration columns from Under Counter Refrigeration, to the Wine Preservation Column, to the customizable 36” Fresh Food Column. The columns are thoughtfully placed and flawlessly integrated throughout the show home not only in the kitchen, but also the bar, guest suites, garage, and master bedroom.
The home is brimming with contemporary design, dazzling details, and luxurious glass features. The kitchen showcases an unbelievable assortment of showstopping Thermador refrigeration columns from Under Counter Refrigeration, to the Wine Preservation Column, to the customizable 36” Fresh Food Column. The columns are thoughtfully placed and flawlessly integrated throughout the show home not only in the kitchen, but also the bar, guest suites, garage, and master bedroom.
The kitchen’s daring island houses the entirely redesigned, custom-paneled Star Sapphire® Dishwasher. The perfect addition to any entertainer’s home, the ultra-innovative appliance ensures dishware, bar tools, and delicate items are left sparkling. Featuring StarDry™ with Zeolite™, the Star Sapphire® reduces the need to towel dry items, leaving more time for hosting and visiting with guests.
Last but not least comes an appliance full of energy: the Thermador Built-In Fully Automatic Coffee Machine. This coffee machine is every espresso connoisseur’s dream as it offers exclusive personalized coffee content, can customize up to 8 personalized beverages by name, and can be controlled remotely with the Home Connect™ app. The Built-In Automatic Coffee Machine exudes a sleek stainless steel finish and flush installation so striking that designers opted to include it in two different places in the show home.
It’s impossible to pick a favorite space in this stunning show home as each room is deliberately designed and beautifully imagined. Registered 2019 IBS and KBIS attendees can tour The New American Home® during show hours. Tickets are required and are available on-site to registered attendees by visiting The New American Home® booths in the IBS lobby.
For those at home who wish to share in the excitement, be sure to follow along on our social platforms: www.facebook.com/thermador, @ThermadorHome and @Thermador.