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8 Ways to Make Your Bedroom Smell Nice — For The Holidays and Beyond
These amazing scenting hacks will transform your bedroom into a retreat you won't want to leave
By Amiya Baratan Published
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When You Need to Have Planted Spring-Flowering Bulbs by — Have You Missed Your Window?
Time your bulb planting to perfection for colorful containers in springtime with our planting cheat sheet
By Matilda Bourne Published
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The DIY Recipe for Orchid Potting Mix Everyone Who Owns One of These "Difficult" Plants Should Know
Ensure your orchid has the growing medium it needs with this simple-to-make potting mix
By Jacky Parker Published
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Professional Cleaners Do These 6 Things in November to Get Their Homes Holiday Ready — So I'm Following Suit
Consider this your official cleaning checklist before homebound hosting begins
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Just Learned About These 6 Japanese Decluttering Methods — And Suddenly I Feel Like a Minimalist
These methods, explained by the experts, gave me an even deeper level of understanding of my relationship with what I own
By Ciéra Cree Published
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9 Things the Most Savvy Hosts Are Doing Now to Prep for the Holiday Season
Time flies when you're in festive spirits — get your to-do list in order now so you and your guests can celebrate in style
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Clean a Sheepskin Rug — This Technique Is the Best Way to Do It
Sheepskin rugs look like one of the more difficult textiles to clean in your home once they get dirty, but this technique will get the job done
By Amiya Baratan Published
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8 Ways to Draft-Proof Your Entryway to Keep the Cozy Factor High (and Your Energy Bills Low)
Your home's entrance can, perhaps unsurprisingly, be a major heat drain as we move into the colder season — here's how to fix a drafty entryway
By Amiya Baratan Published
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8 of the Best Succulents for Indoors That Will End Your 'Bad Luck' With Houseplants
Turn houseplant parenting struggles into success with these low-maintenance varieties
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Lighting Tricks That Will Make a Small Entryway Look Much Bigger Than It Actually Is
With a few simple ideas, you can make a room that feels dark and closed-in feel brighter and more open, according to design experts
By Sarah Lyon Published
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I Just Rewatched Sex & The City and Rediscovered This Genius Post-It Note Method for Systematic Decluttering
Charlotte York's trust in this decluttering system makes me want to go back to basics
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I'd Never Paint my Stair Handrails White — Here's What You Should Choose Instead
A small detail that can make a big difference, the handrails are an important accent to your whole staircase's look. Here's what color experts say you should paint them
By Raluca Racasan Published
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7 High-Maintenance Houseplants That Are Well Worth the Effort
High maintenance does not need to be a bad thing — in fact, prepare to be duly rewarded by adopting one (or all) of these indoor grows
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The End of Potted Eyesores — How to Keep Your Patio Containers Looking Amazing in Fall and Winter
Don't retire your patio just because the seasons have shifted — with these plant picks your containers will look fresh well into the colder months
By Matilda Bourne Published
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7 Architectural Plants That Will Make Your Yard Look Way More Expensive — and Less Bare — During Winter
An award-winning luxury urban landscape designer reveals the plants they always choose for unbeatable winter structure
By Matilda Bourne Published
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"No One Does it Better Than Nature" — Here's Why (and How) You Should be Decorating With Earth Tones
People often use the term 'natural' and 'neutral' interchangeably when it comes to colors, but in truth, there is so much more to decorating with earth tones
By Faaizah Shah Published
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8 Things People With Powder Rooms That Smell Amazing Always Know to Do
Follow these genius tips to transport your guests into a spa-like setting every time they step foot in your powder room
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What is the Best Material for a Kitchen Counter? These 3 Rank High for Durability and Long-Lasting Looks
Experts guarantee it — these three kitchen counters will last so long, your grandkids will live to enjoy their benefits
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Last updated
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I Asked Experts How to Spot Clean Curtains for Professional Results — This is The 5 Step Technique That Actually Works
Sometimes curtains need to be cleaned without the rigamarole of taking them down. That's where spot cleaning comes in handy
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What is a Davenport Sofa? How This Historic Seating Style Actually Differs From a Typical Sofa
Did your grandma used to refer to her sofa as a "Davenport" and you never knew why? Well, you soon will — here's a short history
By Sarah Warwick Published
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7 Disastrous Bathroom Layouts to Avoid — Including One Mistake Our Own Editor is Guilty of Making
While it's certainly important to make your bathroom a beautiful space to spend time in, it's even more crucial to make it one with a layout that functions
By Faaizah Shah Published
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Are We Falling Out of Love With Waterfall Edges? Design Experts Suggest They're "Overused" and Going Out of Style — Here's Why
For many, waterfall countertops are a 'go-to' design choice in the kitchen, but perhaps that's exactly why they're falling out of favor?
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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9 Things People Who've Got Their Life Together (and an Uncluttered Entryway) Never Forget to Do
Want to know the secret to clutter-free and space-abundant entryways? These are the clever and easy tricks organized people follow
By Seraphina Kyprios Last updated
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5 Common Entryway Lighting Mistakes Designers Never Fail to Notice — I'll Always Avoid These Now
Good lighting in an entryway is about more than picking a pretty fixture. These are the pitfalls designers want you to watch out for
By Sarah Lyon Published
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"Seeing Red" Doesn't Have to Be a Bad Thing — Here's How Designers Are Decorating With Red in a Way That Still Feels Timeless
The 'Unexpected Red Theory' certainly put this fiery shade in the spotlight, but we're here to prove, when done right, it's here it stay
By Faaizah Shah Published
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These Are the Parts of a Couch — And the Reasons Why Knowing Them Matters When Sofa Shopping
The different elements of a sofa determine its style, comfort, and its durability. Use our glossary to discover them
By Sarah Warwick Published
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The Japanese Concept of Mottainai is the One Thing Your Fridge Needs for Maximum Organization — Here’s How it Works
If you find yourself throwing food out having forgotten containers in the corners of your fridge, then mottainai will be your new BFF
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Kitchen Countertop Materials Explained — From How They Look to Price Considerations
Before you splurge on this big element, take a look at the various options available, and choose the one that suits you the best
By Ruth Doherty Last updated
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Is Putting Carpet in Bedrooms Considered Passé These Days? This Interior Designer Called it "Dated and Suburban" — Let's Discuss
For some it's a standard design choice, but for others it conjures images of stained dorm room floors. So is it a good look still, or one that's got to go?
By Olivia Wolfe Published