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How to Make High Kitchen Cabinets More Accessible — 5 Easy-to-Reach Solutions
Expert advice on what you need to do to ensure you can reach even the highest of places in your kitchen
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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The "Didn't Know" Decluttering Rule — Let Go of What No Longer Serves You With This Easy Method
Experts explain how you can implement this rule into your life to build a clutter-free home
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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How To Declutter A Kitchen — 8 Easy Ways You Can Tackle Mess Before the Holidays
Curbing clutter in your kitchen has never been easier with these expert-approved tips and tricks
By Ciéra Cree Published
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How to Remove Ice From a Driveway — 6 Simple Tricks You Should Try Before Guests Arrive for the Holidays
Icy driveways are accident-prone and holiday persistent it seems, so here's how to make sure your home is free from frost and any potential mishaps
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Store Garlands Without Squashing Them — 5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Festive Foliage Looking Chic Year After Year
Take your time to properly stow these beautiful faux foliage pieces of decor away so you can enjoy them for the holidays to come
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Decorate a Christmas Tree — A Step-by-Step Guide That'll Make Crafting a Stylish Tree Easy
Where should I start? What order should I put on the ornaments? Here's the process to follow for decorating a Christmas tree
By Luke Arthur Wells Last updated
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4 Ways You Can Organize Your Kitchen Pans — And Some Handy Storage Buys
An organized pan drawer is sure to ease your dinner parties. Here are a few expert tips you should follow
By Faiza Saqib Last updated
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5 Kitchen Countertop Styling Mistakes Making Your Space Cluttered, Not Curated (and How to Quickly Fix Them)
The kitchen counter is a workspace, after all, so the key is to make sure the styling is pretty, but still practical
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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How Long Does It Take for a Dehumidifier to Dry Out a Room?
This nifty appliance can clear our moisture between 24 to 72 hours — but there are a few factors you'll need to consider
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Make an Open Concept Feel Cozy — Draw in Layers and Textures for a Homely Feel
Try these methods to transform your open-concept home into a space of elegance and natural beauty
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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Should You Prune Plants in Winter? Gardening Experts Say Yes, But There's a Catch!
Discover which trees and plants benefit from a trim during dormancy–and which don't
By Jacky Parker Published
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How to Clean a Wool Rug — You Can Now Tackle This Cleaning Task in 5 Effortless Steps
This in-depth guide to cleaning a wool rug will ensure that it not only looks as good as new, but remains naturally durable to damage over time
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Plan Your Entryway Lighting — For a Foyer That Makes a Good First Impression
Lighting experts give us the lowdown on how you can illuminate your home while elevating your space
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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6 Items That Are Definitely Not Dishwasher Safe — Here's Why
According to experts, running these items through your dishwasher can cause irreparable damage
By Ciéra Cree Published
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Where Never to Put Your Christmas Tree, According to Designers
Poor Christmas tree placement can be a home wrecker, people
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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6 Couch Materials You Need to Know Before You Buy, According to Interior Designers
Selecting the best couch material will not only impact the look of your sofa, but how long it will last — here's what the experts suggest
By Sarah Lyon Published
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7 Small Windowsill Plants — That Will Add Charming Color and Foliage to Your Home In Winter
Bold, bright, and beautiful, these are the varieties you should choose to brighten up your window space and make neighbors jealous
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How To Clean Baseboards — Remove Dust and Dirt From This Overlooked Spot in 5 Easy Steps
There's no need to keep putting off cleaning your wall trim. Here's what you need to freshen up those baseboards and make it feel like less of a chore
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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How to Remove Stains from Upholstery — A Foolproof Method to Ensure Your Furniture Is Refreshed in Time for Hosting Season
Don't let bothersome blemishes take away from the immaculate vibes of your home. Bookmark this guide so it's at your beck and call in a fix
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Can I Put a Big Couch in a Small Living Room? Experts Offer the 7 Dos and Don'ts of This Maximalist Look
Does putting a big sofa into a small room ruin its aesthetic or improve it? Is it impractical or a great way to boost seating capacity? We asked interior designers what works, and what doesn't
By Ellen Finch Last updated
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Which Couch Material is the Most Low Maintenance? Experts Reveal Their Favorite Fabric
Busy lives require durable, easy-to-care-for sofa materials
By Brigid Kennedy Last updated
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This Is the Ideal Humidity Level Your Home Should Be in Winter — To Help Avoid Damp and Moisture
Keep condensation and mold at bay with these smart and easy expert tips
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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4 Ways Your Winter Heating Is Damaging Your Sofa — Number 4 May Surprise You
An expert reveals the impact your home heating could have on your luxurious furniture
By Ciéra Cree Published
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7 Items to Never Store in Your Refrigerator, Especially Over the Holidays — And Where You Should Place Them Instead
Expert tips on what you should avoid placing in your refrigerator and shoppable pieces you'll want in your home
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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How to Clean Stainless Steel Pans — Remove Stubborn Stains and Ease Your Chores in 6 Simple Steps
Dealing with the aftermath of a culinary overload will feel far less stressful with this pro guide to cleaning up your cookware
By Amiya Baratan Published
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A Professional Wreath Designer Spills 7 Secrets to Styling the Perfect Christmas Wreath
Katie Shute shares her trade-secret tips and tricks for making and decorating the best-looking Christmas wreath for your front door (and beyond)
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How Many Christmas Lights do I Need to Decorate My Tree? — We've Found the Lucky Number
Calling all minimalist festive aficionados, it's your time to let your lights shine. But if you're wondering what the golden measure is, here's the big reveal
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Clean Cast Iron After Cooking — 6 Easy Tips for Spotless Cookware
Cast iron is often considered difficult to clean, but with the right routine and a few preemptive measures, washing the dishes should be a breeze
By Lilith Hudson Published
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I Wanted My Kitchen to Shine for Thanksgiving — But I Hate Cleaning. Then My Neat-Freak Friend Told Me Her Secret Weapon
Countertops, faucets, ceramic and stainless steel fittings, appliances and wall tiles all got the treatment
By Faiza Saqib Published