We at All About Blinds, are really excited about hosting this week’s Home Accessories and Lighting Carnival. It is the first time we have hosted a blog carnival, and it is turning out to be a lot of fun. There are some really great sites highlighted in this week’s carnival, and I am very happy to share them with you!

First up is a great entry on coffee tables. If you are looking for a coffee table for your home, then you want to make sure that you get a really solid one that will stand the test of time. An oak coffee table is a great way to add style and solid craftsmanship to your home.

Moving along to the bedroom, Futon mattress covers will help keep your futon mattress from becoming dingy, torn and tattered. With a cover, keeping a futon clean is much easier than it would be otherwise, and helps keep life simple and worry-free, just as it should be.

If you are interested in decorating your walls, here is an interesting idea:  Glass art can be  hung on the wall of any room in your home. However, since it is impervious to damp and other conditions, it is especially good for kitchens and bathrooms. With a little care, your glass wall art will last a lifetime, no matter where you put it.

Next, a couple of lighting entries:

If you are considering trying to run your home lighting and other appliances through alternative energy means then you must take into account the factors around. Even if you have access to plenty of sunshine, sometimes the cost of solar panels can be prohibitive. But there are plenty of alternatives.

Lighting generally has four primary functions – decorative, accent, task and ambient. Table, bed and floor lamps often fulfill three of these functions as they are decorative, adding flair to a room. They also enable tasks such as reading or knitting as well as adding ambient light to a room creating relaxing atmospheres.

Finally, a great tip on home appliance protection plans: Home ownership is highly regarded as the best asset that grows in value and also has an excellent utility value. No other asset can be used every day and still retain its value over time. Home ownership also comes with some additional responsibilities and expenses to cover. You need to maintain your home appliances and it costs money. There are several choices to get an appliance protection plan. the best option is to get home warranty service.  If you are buying a new home or do not have an appliance protection plan for your existing home, you should definitely consider home warranty services. You will save money and time as your appliance protection plan takes care of your appliance repair costs.

That’s all I have for this week’s carnival. If you enjoyed reading the articles, please drop a note and let either us or the author of the article know. Thanks!