Drill a quick pilot hole thru bits. This pilot hole should be less than half diameter of screw you intend to insert. Handy www.homeimprovementor.com tip - if you want to gauge depth your have drilled, place a bit of tape on drill bit.

Countersink on top piece of wood, so job will look nice and sit flush. Insert screw and tighten till head is flush with countersunk hole. Don't over-tighten or most modern self-tapping screws will start to 'chew up' wood, and may even become loose!

To hide screw head (especially important on jobs where security is an issue!) use a dowel plug. You'll have to drill countersink a little deeper for this, of course. After inserting plug, simply sand it down level with board.

Handy tip to prevent splitting when screwing near end of a board - drill a larger hole and insert a dowel, then screw into THAT instead of wood itself. Easy huh? Till next time, happy screwing!

4. Frame an authentic object that is original to country or era. This simple task does not have to be expensive. Old Postcards from Italy for your Tuscany Villa Style or wine labels from France for a European Look will add authenticity and personal touch to décor.

5. Purchase a large coffee table book to demonstrate that décor. Large beautiful books can subtly emphasis style you enjoy. The book does need to be a decor books but rather a topic that is related to style. For example, a Vintage Advertisements for Shabby Chic look, or Andy Warhol book for Metro-Modern look.

6. Use plants or flowers that coordinate with décor. The greenery can be real or artificial as long as they look healthy. Nothing spoils a designer-look like a dying plant. Use cactus for Southwestern look or a great palm tree for Tropical style.

7. Review all you accents and accessories to make sure they blend with your new found style. By reviewing each element individually to see if it blends (not necessary perfectly matches), you can make sure you have a well-coordinated look. Look for a geometric patterned pillow for a Modern look; search for fringed lampshades for an Old World style.

Remember decorating is a process. Searching for those perfect accessories to emphasize your style is part of fun. These tips will help you add style you want to home you love.