The Impatient Decorator: 201 Shortcuts to a Beautiful Home

By Glenna Morton

Just about every home or apartment comes with a long fix-it list, but most people don't have the time for elaborate decorating schemes or the money for expensive updates. They want simple, easy fixes... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1564969606
• ISBN13: 9781564969606
• Release Date: December 1999
• Publisher: Rockport Publishers
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.0" x 10.2"

Customer Reviews

Practical, concrete advice

I agree the book may be misnamed because it has few instant solutions. However, it's one of the better decorating books I've read because it doesn't rely on photos for content. The author provides practical, concrete advice, such as creating a mock kitchen island with boxes and walking around it for a week before investing in one, to make sure you can live with the size of the one you have in mind. I have put into practice three or four of the general ideas she shares in this book, and as far as I'm concerned that's a pretty high batting average. I highly recommend it.

Quick to read, full of inspiration and information!

I love this book and you will, too! It is loaded with information presented in a consise, easily digested form. Not only are there outstanding tips for every room, but the author includes valuable websites for further assistance, i.e., selecting paint colors, or choosing a countertop, to name just two. No need to read cover to cover unless you want to, and there is no dense text--you can thumb through this book anywhere for instant advice from a decorating pro--and the many color photos are a visual feast for the eyes, as well! Outstanding job! I look forward to the author's next work!