School
Caldwell University
Expertise
Flooring Maintenance and Installation, Tile and Stone Categories, Kitchen and Bath Renovation
- Ryane has met and spoken with multiple experts from TLC's hit show "Trading Spaces."
- She has visited several flooring manufacturing plants along The Flooring Belt in Georgia and Tennessee.
- Her favorite kind of tile is textured art deco tiles and her favorite type of stone is onyx.
Experience
Ryane has worked as a professional writer for nearly ten years. She interned on projects from HGTV that starred Nicole Curtis and David Bromstad, which gave her a unique perspective of interior design and renovation. She served as an Editorial Intern for an interior design publication owned by Hearst Business Magazine. There, she grew to take on the role of Web Editor, managing social media in addition to writing stories. She covered beats about tile, countertops, natural stone, and stone alternatives and wrote about tools such as grout, mortar, adhesives, and new installation technologies.
Education
Ryane has a Bachelor's degree in Communications and Media Studies from Caldwell University where she also minored in English (Writing).
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Flooring
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Flooring in busy homes needs to be able to stand up to everyday wear and tear with ease. Consider this hardwearing option that HGTV's David Bromstad favors.
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Who says your outdoor furniture has to stick to traditional colors? Take a bold leap in your backyard patio design by choosing this color that's worth the risk.
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Gardeners use lemon peels in their garden for a variety of reasons, but there can be a downside. Find out if using the peels in your garden is worth the effort.
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An all-white kitchen can defeat the purpose of the room as a gathering place. These tips will help make the space more inviting for both family and guests.
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Stone countertops provide a neutral surface that will work with almost any color, but this surprising cabinet shade is ideal for a cozy yet polished look.
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Lowe's is branching out into the content creation space by working with DIY creators. Here's what you need to know about the program and its purpose.
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Kitchen Remodel
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Joanna Gaines has experience renovating kitchens from top to bottom, and if you want a simple and easy refresh, she recommends doing this redecoration.
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Home Goods
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Bathrooms are full of necessities and beautiful decor, but luckily, you can always find these essentials on sale — you should never be paying full price.
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HGTV star Christina Haack shares a subway tile backsplash alternative that's so sleek, you may consider updating your own kitchen to incorporate it.
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When you're looking to update your kitchen, choosing the perfect accent color can be key. Here's why and what you need to know to find your favorite.
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Curious about the perfect color to pair with brass and leather kitchen accents? HGTV designers have the hue to elevate your style and tie everything together.
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Blue and white is a classic color combination for a bathroom, but you don't want to pick the wrong shade. Find out a surprising factor that can help you choose.
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DIY Home Decor
By Ryane DeFalco
Looking for an eye-catching way to dress up your windows? Making a macrame curtain out of Dollar Tree items can spruce up your space on a budget.
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If you are looking for a way to help bring some chill to your maximalist room, this versatile color might be what you need.
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Wallpapering your bathroom walls from floor to ceiling can be a daring design choice. However, this trend helps to balance the decorative paper for a chic look.
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Flooring
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HGTV's Mike Holmes is a pro at creating stylish spaces that are also practical. Find out his top choice for flooring that is both functional and fashionable.
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Joanna Gaines is a home design empress as well as a family-oriented mom, so her tips for decorating a coffee table blend what she does best.
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Buffalo plaid is a classic print that can surprisingly blend into every aesthetic. Here's how to incorporate buffalo plaid detailing in a luxurious way.
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Bathroom Remodel
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Lyndsay Lamb from HGTV's "Unsellable Houses" shares her tips for ensuring bathrooms of all shapes and sizes are perfectly arranged for optimum functionality.
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Go against convention and use outdoor furniture inside your home. Specifically, this quirky trend might just be the exact contrast your interior needs.
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Home Goods
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Joanna Gaines' talent for curating timeless home decor and furniture pieces translates into a gorgeous new collection of rugs with organic and vintage vibes.
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Flooring
By Ryane DeFalco
For the kitchen floor, you need a material that's going to withstand the various conditions. That's why Mike Holmes warns against this trendy floor choice.
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Most walk-through laundry rooms have a location flaw homeowners are unaware of. A simple relocation could make all the difference to your space.
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Cleaning Hacks
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Microcement countertops offer a sleek industrial aesthetic that many people love. Before diving into this trend, here's how you need to clean the surface.
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Timelessly on trend, this paint color is primed to transform your entire home starting with a stunning front door. Here's how you can easily DIY the look.
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Looking to spruce up your kitchen? Follow HGTV's Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt's lead and try out this swap to help your small kitchen feel bigger and brighter.
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Want a stylish look that keeps on giving? Stick to this color rule for your bathroom, and take your rightful place on your aesthetically pleasing throne.
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