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This 'Box & Banish' Decluttering Method Helps You Part With Your Stuff Without the Fear of Regret
This gentle decluttering technique helps you make the right decisions about what to throw away
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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6 Things People With Relaxing Bedrooms Always Have in Them
Here are all the things people with relaxing bedrooms have in their spaces, according to design experts. These picks will ensure a peaceful place for getting rest.
By Melissa Epifano Varley Published
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8 Lawn Tasks to Carry Out in March for the Most Enviable Green Grass in the Neighborhood
The grass is always greener— if you know how! Here are 8 tasks you need to do in March for healthier lawns
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How Can I Make my Orchid Grow Faster? Expert Tips For an Orchid in Bloom
If you love your orchid but think it needs a little extra TLC to get it blooming, follow these simple steps
By Oonagh Turner Published
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‘Why Aren’t You Making the Most of Them?’ Free Modern Interior Design Services to Take Advantage of Right Now
Whether you're searching for quick design tips or planning a full-blown home makeover, don't miss out on these free design services from your favorite retailers
By Julia Demer Published
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How to Prune Houseplants — 5 Expert-Approved Steps for the Most Flourishing Foliage Possible
Regular pruning keeps your houseplants looking neat and tidy, and depending on the species it can also help them thrive
By Katie Baxter Published
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7 Flowering Tree Branches You Can "Force" — A Genius Trick to Bring Spring Blooms Indoors Early
One of the simplest and most rewarding ways to get spring flowers into your home is forcing branches of some of your favorite trees and shrubs into bloom early
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Designers Agree This Type of Bulb is Best in a Kitchen — 'It Makes Tasks Easier,' Say Experts
When it comes to kitchen lighting, choosing the right bulb is crucial for a functional yet cozy kitchen scheme
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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This is Benjamin Moore's Best Shade to Welcome the Essence of Spring Into Your Home — Here are 4 Ways to Use it
This relaxing blue hue is the perfect shade to bring a fresh, spring-like feel into your space
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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When Should You Plant Asparagus? 6 Growing Tips for an Early Harvest of This Seasonal Treat
Tender spears of easy-to-grow asparagus taste so much sweeter when homegrown, and spring is the perfect time to plant this favorite delicacy
By Sarah Wilson Published
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4 Lessons to Make Your Home Feel Timeless — These are the Tricks to "Staying Power" says Designer Ali Budd
The star of Hulu’s latest design docuseries “House of Ali” reveals strategic design tips for an eternally stylish, comfortable home
By Julia Demer Published
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8 Things You'll Never Find in Organized People's Bathrooms — 'Follow Their Lead for a More Streamlined Space!'
They're common denominators among the organizational elite
By Lilith Hudson Published
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4 Best Scents to Ring in Spring According to Experts — 'They'll Revitalize your Home for a Fresh Season!'
Look out for these fragrances to make your home feel fresh and vibrant as we welcome a new season
By Imogen Williams Published
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How to Start a Vegetable Garden in Your Backyard — 8 Steps to Begin Growing an Edible Garden this Spring
With spring on the horizon, there’s no better time to start sowing the seeds for your own vegetable garden
By Katie Baxter Published
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How to "Amend" Garden Soil for Your 2024 Growing Season — Tips to Give Your Plants the Best Possible Start
Supercharge your soil by making sure it's the best quality it can possibly be. Boost it with some key nutrients and your plants will be in the best shape ever
By Sarah Wilson Published
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12 Unique Ways to Style Books — How Designers Use Reading Material to Elevate Decor
From vintage trunks to bar carts, suffice to say you won’t be missing your bookcase after perusing this chic selection of unique ways to style books
By Julia Demer Published
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How to Organize Your Kitchen Sink Cabinet — 3 Steps to Optimize this Awkward Storage Space
It might be notoriously difficult to organize, but the space under your sink plays an important role in the realm of kitchen storage
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How to Make Use of the Space Under Your Sofa — Tricks That add Discreet Storage
Under your sofa is an underutilized space that can house all manner of objects, but what’s best to store here and why?
By Portia Carroll Published
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7 Things People With Perfectly Organized Attics Know to do
It’s time to organize that attic, but what are the top tips from people who have perfected the job? Read on to find out…
By Portia Carroll Published
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4 Kitchen Pan Drawer Organizers That are Going Viral — Professional Organizers Approve, too
Stop stacking your pans and hoping they’ll look tidy (they never will!) Get your hands on one or more of these kitchen pan drawer organizers instead
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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How to Make a Bathroom Feel Refitted Without Refitting it
Is your bathroom due for a makeover but you want to keep the budget low? These ideas will help
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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Hisense vs TCL — Budget-Friendly TV Brands, But Which is the Best in 2024?
Trying to decide between Hisense or TCL TVs for your home? Here's a comparison of two budget-friendly brands to help you make the best choice
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Samsung vs Hisense — Two Trusted TV Brands, But Which is Best in 2024?
We examine the TV offerings of Samsung and Hisense to determine which brand you should choose
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Which Colors Should I Use With Navy Living Room Walls? 6 Shades Designers are Using Now to Enhance This Blue
There are plenty of accent colors for blue walls that look cohesive while still allowing the room stand out
By Melissa Epifano Varley Published
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When is the Best Time to Sow Grass Seed in Spring? This Advice Will Help Achieve Maximum Growth for Your Lawn
If getting a healthy, happy lawn is top of your to-do list, these expert insights will do half the work for you
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to Organize an Attic — 5 Tricks Professional Organizers Use to Make the Most of a Space
Organizing storage is daunting at the best of times, but tackling the attic is a whole other story. Professional organizers given us their best tips
By Portia Carroll Published
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How to Care for Caladiums in Pots — Expert Tips for Pretty-in-Pink Spring Foliage in Your Backyard
With spring just around the corner, brush up on your plant know-how for a season filled with colorful caladiums
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This Sherwin-Williams Shade is the Perfect Choice for a More Relaxing Home — Here Are 6 Ways Designers Are Using It
This popular paint color is guaranteed to turn any room into a more serene space
By Imogen Williams Published
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Nate Berkus's 3 Rules For Creating Timeless Decor — "Nothing Feels More Luxe"
Nate Berkus knows the secret to timeless interiors. Discover the designer's tips and tricks for homes that never go out of style.
By Julia Demer Published