Finally, you will want to choose matching accessories. For each of major colors in rug, you'll want to have two to three items of a similar color around room; otherwise, color may look random and not mesh with rest of room. Additionally, you will want to have wooden pieces and tan pieces to break up bright colors of Southwest style. Ivory and turquoise pieces will also make beautiful additions to room.

Southwest style has a bright, cozy feel. The colors are warm, earth tones so guests tend to feel welcome and you feel comfortable. Rooms in this style tend to be good for playing games or talking; colors stimulate action and conversation, so be sure to use this in a room where you truly want that atmosphere. Find authentic Native American pieces when you can, and use desert photographs to decorate walls. Your creativity will help you envision hundreds of ways to decorate your room in Southwest style, and each will be interesting, invigorating, and beautiful.

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Talk with some of contractor's former customers and ask:

Can I visit your home to see completed job?

Were you satisfied with project?

Was it completed on time? Did workers show up on time?

Did they clean up after finishing job?

Would you recommend contractor? Would you use contractor again?

You should not start any project without having a contact in place. A contract spells out the, who, what, where, when and cost of your project. The agreement should be clear, concise and complete. Before you sign a contract, make sure it contains:

The contractor's name, address, phone nubmer

The payment schedule for contractor

An estimated start and completion date

How change orders will be handled

A detailed list of all materials

Warranties covering materials and workmanship

What contractor will and will not do

Keep all paperwork related to your project in one place. This includes copies of contract, change orders and correspondence with your home improvement professionals. You also might want to take photographs as job progresses. These records are especially important if you have problems with your project — during or after construction.

Before you sign off and make final payment check that:

All work meets standards spelled out in contract. You have written warranties for materials and workmanship.

The job site has been cleaned up and cleared of excess materials, tools and equipment.

You have inspected and approved completed work.

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