To an untrained eye, the finishing is everything, and once the hard work has been done and the room is almost finished, your thoughts will turn to the small things that really matter. 

Whether it be kitchen taps or a mirror in the bathroom, everything you add should be in keeping with your overall design concept. Fortunately, there are online suppliers that make selecting the best bathroom or kitchen finishing easy.

It can be difficult to imagine how a room would look in different settings, and with a few Google image searches, you can view literally hundreds of fine examples of stunning fittings for every room.

There are many websites that are dedicated to interior design and whatever your conceptual ideas, there will be a few examples to give you inspiration.

If you have a balance of matte and sheen finishes, you are creating some depth, and with clever use of stainless steel and brushed aluminum, you can create a warm and inviting feel.

Rich fabric blinds, rugs, and cushion cover all provide that much-needed texture contrast, and if you would like to see some fine examples of how to use texture in a room, there are informative blogs with many images that demonstrate effective use of textures.

This room is subject to heavy traffic and the design would reflect this, with hardwearing materials that are easy to clean. An elegant Franke Ascona tap would be a focal point of the food preparation area, and with the right kitchen cabinets and sink arrangement, your kitchen will be both functional and visually appealing. 

Composite materials offer fantastic cabinet surfaces, with a range of timber species finishes to suit every taste.

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All these and more, can be found from an online home improvement supplier and such is the diversity, there’s bound to be something just right for your project. 

If you are going for a modern look, stainless steel and glass would play major roles, with a satin finish on the walls, and by selecting the right fittings, the room will be perfectly complemented.

Anything you buy for the home should be able to stand the test of time and by opting for tried and trusted brands, you can be sure of value for money. High-quality fittings are not cheap by any means, but when you factor in the many years of trouble-free use, top quality items are in fact the best deal.

There are online suppliers of the very best brands and all it takes to find such a supplier is an online search. With every style imaginable, all available from a single store, you can get all your home improvement needs at very affordable prices, and in many cases, they will deliver for free. 

You and your partner can browse the many categories that the online home improvements materials supplier has on offer and once you have made your selection, a secure online payment sees the goods despatched to your home address.

Day use rates are P2,000 during weekdays (Mon - Thu) and P2,500 during weekends (Fridays - Sundays and Public Holidays). 

Since my brother-in-law is a Bluewater member our entrance fee is covered.

Guest are not allowed to bring food inside. Buffet lunch or dinner is P1,000 on weekdays (Mondays - Thursdays) and P1,300 on weekends (Fridays - Sundays).

This is their buffet setup when we visited. Food is amazing. We had a feast! 

After swimming, we took our little guy and his cousin to the kids' area. He loved it there and so does his dear cousin.

There was a typhoon forecast that day but we had fun nonetheless! For more info visit their website from the link.

From Cebu South Bus Terminal take the bus via Oslob. Travel time takes approximately 4-5 hours. 

Via car is faster. Don't worry about getting lost. There are road signs on the way to guide you where the port to Sumilon island is. Also, don't be afraid to ask around.

We parked our vehicles at the Oslob port and took a 15-20 minute pump boat ride to the island.

Rates are P2,000 during weekdays (Mon - Fri) and P2,500 during weekends (Sat-Sun and public holidays).

My brother-in-law is a Bluewater member. This cost him Php 11,000.00 per year. One benefit is free entrance to any Bluewater resorts: Maribago, Sumilon Island, Panglao, Bohol for one year. A member can bring with him/her up to 4 guests. He also gets discounts at the restaurants among others.

This is actually a good deal if you have a big family or love to hosts events, who lives in Cebu, Philippines and love the beach life.

After lunch, we headed to the opposite side of the south of Cebu to Moalboal. We stayed at Club Serena Resort for the night. Food is awesome moreover the rates are reasonable. And oh... we got the treehouse for our room.

Last Sunday I wore this cute cropped pants from Zara. (Although this does not look cropped on my petite frame.) I love the stripe details on the sides as it draws the eyes vertically, giving me the illusion of added length. Unfortunately, it's no longer available. But I've found similar styles below. ;)

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top: (here)

pants: Zara (similar style here or here)

shoes: (here)

bag: (similar here or here)