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Why Is My Christmas Cactus Turning Yellow? Your Flourishing Bloom May Be Wilting Away, and Here's Why
If your beautiful houseplant is losing its color, there may be a few reasons, according to plant experts
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Reduce Humidity in Your Kitchen — 8 Moisture-Fighting Tricks for a Damp-Free Cooking Area
From range hoods and fans to moisture-loving plants, these expert tips will ensure your kitchen is refreshingly dry
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How I Keep Moisture and Damp At Bay in My Small Apartment — 4 Simple Things I Do Routinely in My Home
These easy yet effective tips will help remove condensation and minimize mold, even in the smallest of spaces
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Keep Your Christmas Wreath Fresh — 5 Easy Ways to Maintain Healthy and Luxurious Foliage
Knowing how to keep your festive blooms fresh will ensure that it looks beautiful throughout the entire holiday season
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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Why Are My Christmas Cactus Buds Falling Off? Expert Reveals the Reasons Behind This Beauty's Dropped Blooms
If your festive houseplant is struggling, you do not need to worry as we've identified the problem and outlined the solution for a successful regrowth
By Amiya Baratan Published
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8 Guest Bathroom Mistakes That'll Leave Your Visitors With a Bad Impression — But Are so Simple to Fix
The rules of bathroom design don't always apply in the same way to guest spaces, as these experts explain
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Festive Foliage — 5 Special Houseplants You Can Gift to Friends and Family Over the Holidays
I mean, who doesn't love receiving houseplants as gifts? Our experts pick the best plants of the holiday season for you to give to loved ones
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Decorating With Green — It's Time to Make a Bold and Alluring Statement in Your Home
Designers share their secrets and set to inspire with this stunning tone that you'll soon want in your home
By Faaizah Shah Published
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It's Time to Bring a Merry Glow Back Into Your Festive Foliage — Here's How to Clean an Artificial Christmas Tree
Get ready to bring your festive tree out of storage...but, before you put it up, you'll need to give it a refresh and here's how
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Designers Say Benjamin Moore Simply White Is a Perfect White Paint Color — Here's Why
The designers I spoke to sung the praises of Benjamin Moore Simply White as an ideal neutral they can recommend to clients
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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My Desk Was a Clutter Hotspot — Until I Followed 7 Simple Tips From Professional Organizers
Don't let the numbers confuse you, we have a treasure trove of tips and some expert product recommendations that are worth a rummage
By Amiya Baratan Published
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A Helpful Guide on How to Plan Bedroom Lighting For a Space That Feels Dreamy
Planning bedroom lighting well is all about allowing you to adjust the mood at the touch of a button — we explain how to get it just right
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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How to Polish Silverware — Seek to Impress Guests With Shiny Flatware in 4 Simple Steps
Polishing your fine dining sets is a quick, inexpensive task that promises to brighten your home so that it's set for hosting
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Lusciously Green and Thriving — Experts Say This Is the Ideal Winter Watering Schedule for Your Plants
Experts spill all the secrets for when and exactly how to water your plants for flourishing foliage during the dormant season
By Jacky Parker Published
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11 Ways to Conceal Clutter in a Bathroom — Trust Us, These Tips Will Change Your Space Drastically
Camouflage your cosmetics and other bathroom knick-knacks in plain sight while making this area of your home look much cleaner with these expert tricks
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things Guests Will Notice in Your Home (Even if You Can Turn a Blind Eye)
They may seem small and insignificant to some, but these are the details guests will notice (and remember) when visiting your home
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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The Benefits of Decluttering — 5 Ways This Practice Can Free Your Home and Your Mind
Don’t underestimate the power of removing clutter from your space. Here, professional organizers and cleaners explain exactly why
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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When to Stop Watering a Christmas Cactus — Timing Is Key for This Flourishing Bloom to Grow Beautifully
A gardening expert explains what you need to know about watering this divine plant
By Amiya Baratan Published
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When to Drip a Faucet — And the Mistake You Should Avoid
A plumbing expert tells us all about how timing can impact the overall health of your home and its piping
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Why is My Christmas Tree Shedding Needles? Experts Say Stress Is One of The Factors and Here's Why
Real Christmas trees help to bring the Holiday spirit into your home, but no one wants a litter of needles on the living room floor
By Lilith Hudson Published
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8 Easy Ways to Store Your Gift Wrap This Christmas — It's a Space Saving Hack You'll Love!
Don't leave your wrapping paper rolling around or crushed away in a tight storage closet. Adopt these expert tips instead for chic and creaseless presents
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Miniature Roses Make for a Ravishing Houseplant in Your Home — Here’s How to Take Care of It
Expert advice on what you need to do to bring this flourishing bloom into your space
By Jacky Parker Published
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We Explain What a Charger Plate Actually Is (and Why You Should Care)
It's kind of like a placemat, but it's also a completely different thing
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Clean Doormats — Bring a Fresh Feel to Your Home's Exterior By Following 3 Easy Steps
Since a welcome mat's primary role is to help dust off your guest's shoes before they enter, they're likely due for a cleanup of their own. Here's how to get them dirt-free
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Conceal Clutter in Your Kitchen — 6 Expert Tips to Tackle This Chore
Expert advice on smart ways you can have a clutter-free space
By Ciéra Cree Published
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How to Declutter a Bathroom — 7 Fool-Proof Ways You Can Clear Out Chaos ASAP
The trick to creating a spa-like bathroom is to rid this clutter-prone hotspot of things that don't belong, here's how
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Stress Cleaning — Why It Happens and How to Make It Work for You
Stress and cleaning have an intrinsic relationship, but with a healthier approach, you can get a grip on this everyday household chore
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How To Declutter A Living Room — 7 Easy Ways to Keep This High-Traffic Area Clutter-Free For Good
Professional organizers give us the lowdown on decluttering and what you can do to maintain your space
By Ciéra Cree Published
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How to Clean a Table Runner — Even if Yours Isn't Fabric, There's Always a Way
If your decorative furnishing happens to find itself in stains, this guide is exactly what you need to bring it back to its pristine appearance
By Amiya Baratan Published