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Are Sofa Covers Machine Washable? How to Avoid Shrinkage, Fading — And When Never to Launder at Home
Adopting these clever expert-approved cleaning tips will make your sofa look brand new
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Winterize a Garden — 5 Important Tasks You Should Not Skip
Protect your garden with these tips to prepare you for the upcoming cold freeze, according to professionals
By Raluca Racasan Last updated
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20 Different Types of Sofas You Should Know Before You Go Shopping — Our Expert Guide
It's not as simple as choosing one you like. It's important to know what type of sofa you're looking for first
By Sarah Warwick Published
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We Know You Love to Keep it Cozy, But Opening Your Windows in Winter Is a Must — Here's Why
Experts say that a healthy home environment calls for fresh air, even in the depths of winter
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Perfume Will Be a Total Afterthought With These 7 Brilliant Tricks to Make Your Laundry Smell Glorious
Rid your clothes of that musty laundry scent with these clever fragrancing hacks
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Decorating With Orange Is Easier Than You Think — Here's How Designers Inject the "Energetic" Shade Into Their Schemes
From pops of juicy citrus to grounded earthy tones, orange is far more versatile than you likely realize. Here's how to introduce it into your décor
By Faaizah Shah Published
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How to Overwinter Geraniums — There are 6 Simple Steps You Should Take Before the Frost Begins
Prepare these gorgeous South African native flowers for the chilly weather that's due to hit your zone with these professional tips
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Broke the Biggest Rule When it Comes to Bathroom Renos, and Instantly Regretted It — Here's Why
I'm a design editor and I absolutely know better. Here's how interior designers (and you) can avoid making this fatal flaw in bathroom renovations
By Pip Rich Published
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7 Entryway Scenting Tricks That Will Have Your Friends Saying "Wow, It Smells Great in Here"
Learn how to make your home more inviting by getting the frarance right, as soon as they walk through the door
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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The Only Sofa Colors to Choose So You Don't End Up Hating Your New Couch in a Month
Avoid buyer's remorse by picking a color you’ll love both now and in the future. The best sofa color for you all depends on these things...
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Decorating with Brown Used to Feel Dated, But Those Days Are Over — Here's How Designers Recommend Using it
As a naturally-occurring hue, brown can be seamlessly worked into our spaces, but getting the shade, style, and scale right is essential
By Faaizah Shah Published
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The Kanban Method Could Be the Secret to Organizing Your Home and Your Life — Here's How to Use It
Transform your disorganized home into a clean and confident one with this time-honored Japanese principle
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Curved, L-Shape, Low-Slung — How and Why You Should Match Your Sofa to the Shape of Your Room
Selecting the perfect sofa for your space is about more than getting the right size. Here, experts share how to best match the style and shape to your room
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Bright, Beautiful and Full of Color — These are 7 Flowers You Should Plant in Pots in October
Don't let fall fool you into thinking blooms are a thing of the past. You can welcome them now and embrace them until the first frost or even spring
By Matilda Bourne Published
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How to Keep Couch Cushions From Sliding — 4 Quick Tricks to Fix This Frustrating Problem
It's perhaps one of the most infuriating things when you're trying to relax at home. Here's some quick, easy, and affordable solutions
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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Did You Know That You Should Also Winterize Your Pool? Here Are the 9 Tasks You'll Need to Do
Here's how you can protect your pool and prevent damage before freezing temperatures arrive
By Jacky Parker Published
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When Should I Bring Plants Inside? You Should Protect Your Plants Before the Frost Hits
As far as pre-winter preparatory gardening tasks go, this is one you won't want to miss
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Declutter When You Feel Overwhelmed — 10 Tips to Help You Through Clearing Things Out
These valuable tips are worth a read if you ever feel overstimulated while decluttering your home
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Organize an Entryway — 7 Tips From Professional Organizers to Help Elevate and Maximize Your Space
Bring your entryway organization ideas to life with these expert-approved tricks for a more functional and clean home
By Faiza Saqib Last updated
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Impress Dates, Halloween Visitors, and In-laws With These 5 Ways to Organize an Entryway With No Storage
These expert-approved tips and tricks will help you to implement storage solutions into your home
By Ciéra Cree Published
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7 Surprising Ways You Can Use Dryer Sheets — And How it Can Freshen Up Your Home
Don't limit dryer sheets to your load of laundry; tap into their full potential instead with these clever dry sheet tricks
By Amiya Baratan Published
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9 Durable Kitchen Flooring Finishes That Interior Designers Swear Will Look Good for Longer
From polished concrete to peel-and-stick vinyl, these durable kitchen flooring options are as easy to look after as they are on the eye
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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How to Clean Carpet — There are 5 Simple Steps You Can Take to Refresh Your Flooring
If you've got cozy carpeting running through your home and want to give it a good scrub, then you should follow these expert tips
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Plants to Grow this October for Winter Color That’ll Make Your Space Insta-Worthy
Plant up your containers now and enjoy them all winter long with these long-lasting flowers and foliage suitable for even the coldest months
By Matilda Bourne Published
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5 Dos and Don'ts Of Growing Hydrangeas In Containers — Planting Tips You'll Want to Know About
To get the best out of your abundant blooms, you'll want to follow this expert advice
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Wash Bed Linen — 5 Simple Steps You Need to Try for Clean Sheets
Make sure your bedding is as hygienic as it is cozy with this professional-approved washing routine
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What is the Best Couch Cleaner? A Cleaning Expert Chooses a Carpet Stain Remover — Here's Why
Finding the right tools to refresh upholstery can be quite a challenge; that's why we asked an expert to give us their top product pick
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Winterize Roses — Simple Steps to Protect These Radiant Flowers From the Cold
Keep your roses from freezing over this winter with these clever shielding techniques, from a gardening expert
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Guest Bedroom Design Mistakes That Will Make Them Wish They'd Booked a Hotel Instead
Designing a guest bedroom isn't the same as designing one for yourself — these are the things people neglect most often (and how to fix them)
By Ciéra Cree Published