Two hundred years ago, President James Monroe purchased 53 pieces of gilded French furniture for what is now the White House Blue Room. The price tag of $18,417.17 briefly drew the ire of the legislative branch, according to the White House Historical Association.
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Time and again when people are polled about their favorite color to decorate with, blue reigns supreme. Some prefer the lighter shades like ice or spa blue, while others like richer tones such as navy or indigo. Shades of blue are commonly associated with serenity and sophistication and are equally appealing to both men and women. Blue is a color that acts as a neutral, meaning there isn't a color that doesn't go with blue. Take a peek at the following examples.
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If the furniture isn't arranged right, even the most beautiful of rooms can fall short. So how do you create a successful layout? For starters, avoid these mistakes. But if you're guilty (we've all been there!), fear not -- it's easy to rectify with these tricks.
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