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5 Landscaping Features That Might Be Great for Summer, But That You'll Always Regret Come Winter
Your garden shouldn't be a four-month wonder. Take our experts' advice for building a garden that looks good all year round
By Maya Glantz Published
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Light Therapy but for Your Houseplants — How to Keep Yours Happy When the Days Get Short
Your indoor garden needs just as much light in the winter, so when the sun is away, these luminescent reinforcements will come in handy
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Candle Burning Mistakes That Are Making Your Home Fragrance Less Effective, and Might Even Cause Damage to Your Walls
Read this before you break in your next glass candle to make the absolute most of it in both scenting and aesthetics
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Did You Know You Can Technically Add a Demister to Any Bathroom Mirror? Here's What You Need to Know
This spa bathroom upgrade is surprisingly easy... and inexpensive too
By Maya Glantz Published
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Do You Know What Tog Duvet You Need? Varying by Season, Here's What the Bedding Experts Have to Say About the Ideal Rating
Comfortable slumber calls for the right tog duvet, so it's time to get acquainted with the best rates for each time of year
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Does Your Kitchen Lighting Feel Too Harsh? Try Out The Experts' Favorite Simple Switches to Warm Up Your Space
Your kitchen lighting should be cozy, not sterile. So, if your kitchen is in need of some softening, try out our experts' 7 tips
By Maya Glantz Published
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Which Houseplants Match a Scorpio's Energy? 7 Picks That Astrologers Tie to the Eighth Zodiac Sign, as We Enter Its Prime Season
Your green-thumbed zodiac-obsessed friends born between October 23rd and November 21st will love these pretty plants
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Build a Work Station Sink, and Why Every Small Kitchen Needs One
Get more out of your tiny kitchen by transforming your sink into a handy workstation
By Maya Glantz Published
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Understanding Warm vs Cool Colors Is the Easiest Way to Prevent Interior Schemes From Feeling Flat — Here's How Designers Do It
There are ways to blend the two types of tones, but you need to know what they are and how to use them first
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Should You Put a TV Over a Fireplace? Interior Designers Give a Definitive Answer to This Hot Debate
Turns out, the answer isn’t a simple yes or no — experts weigh in on the pros, cons, and how to get it right if you still choose to
By Aditi Sharma Published
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3 Things That I Really Wish I'd Known Before Painting My IKEA BILLY Bookcases (and in a Bright 'Look-at-Me' Red, No Less)
Just because everyone does it doesn't mean they do it well — here's how to make it look pro, not patchy
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Grow Christmas Cactus — The Detailed Guide to Learn Everything There Is to Know About Helping this Festive Favorite Flourish at Home
We've got you covered every step of the way with this festive houseplant — from growing to caring for, propagating, problem-solving, and beyond
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wait, That 'Non-Iron' Bedding Might Sound Like an Easy Shortcut, But There's Something You Should Know Before Sleeping in it
It's not all sweet dreams with this seemingly care-free bed linen material, and here's why
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Everyone Should Have This Underutilized Cocktail-Making Accessory in Their Kitchen, Says the World's Most Influential Bartender
Ryan Chetiyawardana, or simply Mr Lyan, has built an award-winning career out of his boundary-pushing mixology experimentation. But there's just one item that helps him retain "control" behind the counter
By Gilda Bruno Published
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4 Countertop Materials to Avoid in a Bathroom and What to Use Instead in Your Next Renovation
According to the experts, there are a few materials that could make your bathroom look dated in no time if they're not taken care of properly, and here's why you should avoid them
By Faiza Saqib Published
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A Sofa Expert Shares the 5 Biggest Sofa Bed Buying Mistakes to Avoid (so Yes, Send This to Whoever Is Hosting You This Christmas)
Mattress quality, easy set-up, and prioritizing comfort all play a role in how long your guests will last on your sofa bed
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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'Slow Mornings' Are the Wellness Trend You Can (and Should) Adopt Into Your Rituals at Home for Early Moments of Calm
Especially if you're not a morning person and looking to make a change for a happier start to your day
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Get Candle Wax Out of Your Tablecloth — Easy to Follow Tips to Save You From This Dinner Party Mishap
Hardened wax on your fine tableware is no fun after a long night of hosting, but not to worry, as there is a simple way of getting it out of your beloved fabric in no time
By Faiza Saqib Published
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How to Grow Paperwhites in Time for Christmas — Our Guide to When You Should Begin Planting and How to Care for Them Thereafter
With some thoughtful planting and care, these dainty white blooms will make for a beautiful Christmas gift
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Places You Should Never, Ever Hang Art in Your Home — Unless You Want It to Look Awkward, Instead of Awe-Inspiring
Proper placement gives balance to a space and makes a room feel more intentional. Here's what not to do
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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It’s a Hard Task to Wake Up When It’s Dark Outside — But These Design Tips and Routine Changes From Sleep Experts Can Help
With little to no sunlight to act as a natural morning wake-up call, these gems of advice will come in clutch to get out of bed with energy
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things I Wish I Knew Before DIYing Built-In IKEA PAX Wardrobes By Myself
These are the common mistakes you should avoid making if you want your IKEA wardrobes to look as professional as possible
By Georgia Lockstone Published
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Should You Light a Scented Candle With Dinner? Here's How Not to Ruin Your Menu With an Incompatible Fragrance
Before you decorate your dressed table with pretty perfumed candles, you'll want to consider the notes at play for a pleasant dining experience
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Things to Add to Your Home to Stop You From Constantly Scrolling on Your Phone — Games, Books, and Objects That Will Make You Feel More Present
Take a peek at our top recommendations to digitally detox your home in a beautifully design-forward manner
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Galley Kitchen Countertop Trick Is the One Thing Designers Tell Me They'll Always Do in Narrow Spaces
From freeing up circulation space to creating a slim breakfast perch, this subtle countertop tweak transforms how a galley kitchen works
By Portia Carroll Published
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5 Bedding Materials to Avoid That Trap Heat When You Sleep — And Why That's Not as Good as It Sounds, Even in Winter
These insulating fabrics might sound great in theory, but they will end up costing you cozy sleep when the time comes
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are You Burning Rosemary at Home Yet? If Not, Here's Why You Should Start and How It Can Help You and Your Space
Not to get witchy, but this little trick is the way to improve wellness in your living spaces
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Meet the 'Airfryer Garage' — This Designer's Clever Hidden Storage Keeps the Bulky Appliance Off Your Kitchen Countertops
This genius design has taken storage to the next level, and I can't lie, I'm completely obsessed
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Reasons Your Sheets Are Irritating Your Skin (Even If You Don't Always Notice It) and the Switches to Make to Prevent It
If you're not the coziest you could be under the covers, you might want to find out why, and it'll change the way you sleep for life
By Amiya Baratan Published
