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LA Good Question: Fix This Leather Sink Hole?

I have a set of four padded leather chairs and have noticed that they are starting to develop ripples emanating from the "point of impact." Specifically, the daily application of a heavy roundish obj...

LA Good Question: Fabric and Pillows to Go With Orbit Chairs

Smitten is going to buy these Orbit chairs from Crate and Barrel for her garden and wonders if anyone has any experience with them, good or bad. We love the wicker paired with a nice modern shape but...

LA Good Question: Help With Sconces!

Hello, I'm finally getting around to sprucing up my condo but have run into a snag. The sconces that came with the condo are pretty hideous and I'm having trouble finding affordable alternatives. I'...

LA Good Question Where To Learn Flower Arranging?

Hi there, Wondering if you know of any local LA places that offer flower arranging classes/events. I’ve not been able to find one in LA so far…always SF or somewhere other than here. Thanks a ...

LA Good Question: A Shade for this Bare Bulb?

Gregory's Post on Swag Lamps reminded us of the little situation we have in the kitchen. The above photo is the lighting in the kitchen. Yeah, pretty depressing. We were hoping that Gregory's other...

LA Good Question: Soundproofing an Apartment for Birds?

It seems to be pet week here at AT, to round out the cat posts, here's one about birds: Hi! I live in an apartment with 1 large parrot, 2 medium sized parrots, and 2 parakeets and I was wondering if...

Help! How to Remove Cat Pee?

I just noticed that after being away the cat was stuck in a room without a litter box and she peed on the wood floor. I've cleaned up the surface, but my hunch (based on smell) is that it seeped belo...

LA Good Question: Modern Interior with Wood Paneled Walls?

My fiance just moved into our little bitty newlywed one bedroom basement apartment. I let him sign the lease sight unseen while I was out of state for the summer. The bedroom has wood paneling and we ...

What To Do With This Patio?

When we met Stefanie to do a housetour of her home (Stefanie's Old World Modern) we were totally impressed with her attention to detail and the generally 'finished' feeling about her home. And then s...

LA Good Question: A Reversable Renter Solution?

A friend of ours just rented a house in the valley. He loves the place but has an issue with this giant built-in media center that's just a little too traditional and ornate for his taste. He'd pref...

LA Good Question: Inexpensive Modern Bed?

Dear AT - Help! I need a bed. I've been searching high & low for a new bed for my recent move and seem to be turning up empty on anything under $1200. I'm looking for something low, wooden (no...

LA Good Question: How To Add Life To This Rental Bathroom?

Ah, the problems of the renter. Curee Megs writes: I hate the color of the counter. I wish I could rip it out and change it, but I rent. (Note: Include pic of your problem and your question gets p...

LA Good Question: Cheaper Version of this Mirror?

This would be the perfect mirror for above our friend's mantle. It's the epitome of simple and chic but the price tag is a little high, anyone have some cheaper alternatives?...

LA Good Question: How Do We Make Our Living Room Less Blah?

Simon and Linda have a good question about making the most of the living room area in their new apartment: So we're very excited about our new apartment and our new couch and chair from The Sofa Com...

LA Good Question: Staining/Painting a Laminate

I purchased an ikea malm bed in birch veneer about a year ago. My decor has drastically changed in that year and I was wondering if you know of anyway to paint it or stain it a different color? Oh ...

LA Good Question: From Garage to Home Office?

First time buyer Nia, has this question: My husband and I are looking for our first home with an office space to run a business from. Most houses in our price range don't have rooms that are adequate...

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