Yes, there’s healthy wallpaper, Neil Patrick Harris and David Burka sold their Harlem home that has a secret door, and questions about pets, home appliances, and electric cars are on the rise. Find out more in today’s Home Improvement News Fix.
Home Decor News
Healthy wallpaper? There’s a new wallpaper designed to encourage wellbeing. Developed based on color psychology and research studies, the brand Feathr created Essence Wallpaper to arouse 11 mood states.
For example, a study from Mid-Sweden University found that blue light affects humans similarly to caffeine, and research from Durham University shows that red improves competitiveness. After compiling the research, the healthy wallpaper designs were created.
Each wallpaper has a subtle ombre effect. As a result, the focus color segues into a complementary color, which is supposed to encourage a smooth flow into a new mood. Below are just a few examples of the healthy wallpaper.
Real Estate News
Neil Patrick Harris and his husband David Burka sold their 5-story 8,000-square-foot Harlem home for $7.1 million.
In short, the brownstone has 6 baths, 12-foot ceilings, original woodwork, oversized pantry, roof deck, wood pergola, workshop, and a vintage bar sourced from an old hotel.
Neil left behind evidence of his love of magic in the home’s top-floor office. A secret door to the room opens when the eyeball of a magician on a vintage poster is pressed.
Source: TopTenRealEstateDeals.com
Search News
According to JustAnswer, there’s been an increase in inquiries about pets, home appliances, electric cars, etiquette, homeopathy and infant baby formula when compared to last year.
Also, questions about appraisals and boats showed year-over-year declines.
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