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When to Paint a Ceiling White, and When you Should Paint it Anything But
If you’re battling with this common design dilemma, our expert guide will help you avoid any unfortunate ceiling-paint pitfalls
By Tessa Pearson Published
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How to Reduce Echo in a Room — Tips Designers Use to Make a Space Feel More Cozy
If you're finding your rooms have the echo of emptiness, here are 5 subtle ways to soften acoustics with aesthetics
By Jacky Parker Published
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7 of the Best Shrubs for Privacy That are so Much More Than Simply Plants for Screening
Create a more private plot while at the same time adding beautiful flowers, jewel-like berries and lush foliage that will truly enhance your space
By Sarah Wilson Published
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These are the 6 Best Amazon Organizers no Small Kitchen Should go Without, and They're All on Sale Right Now
Streamline your space and maximize your kitchen's efficiency with these clever gadgets
By Lilith Hudson Published
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4 Best Scents to Make Your Bathroom Smell Like a Spa for the Ultimate Self-Care Sanctuary
The quick trick to aromatically transforming your bathroom into a zen haven
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things to do to Your Yard That Will Actually Help Sell Your Home, According to Stagers
Elevating your yard doesn't need to be a big job right before you move on somewhere else, but according to the professionals, these additions are bound to get people excited about buying your home for themselves
By Portia Carroll Published
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7 of the Best Trees to Espalier – How to Grow These Sculptural and Space-Saving Beauties
Espalier is the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of a tree even if you have a small garden. Choose a tree that works in your space and you can train it exactly the way you want it to look
By Sarah Wilson Published
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5 Color Pairings That are Just Right for Tranquil-Looking Kitchens
These 5 color pairings chosen by designers and color experts promise to make your kitchen feel both tranquil and sophisticated
By Raluca Racasan Published
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The 90/90 Decluttering Rule is the Best Way to Clear Your Closet — 'It Helps you Cut Your Clothes in No Time!'
The ultimate organizational hack right in time for Spring cleaning
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Things People With Nice-Smelling Entryways Never Do for a More Welcoming and Inviting Space
First impressions are everything, here's how your home can make a great one
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 of the Best Fruit Trees for Privacy — Screen Your Yard and Grow Plenty of Delicious Homegrown Fruit, too
These fruit tree varieties will screen your yard beautifully while also giving you a supply of fresh fruit to nail the edible landscaping trend
By Sarah Wilson Published
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5 Things to do to Revive Outdoor Furniture for a New Season of Use
Spruce up seating, sunbeds, tables and more with these simple tips
By Jacky Parker Published
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5 Rules for Buying Outdoor Furniture That Designers Always Know to Follow
If you're looking to buy outdoor furniture for the summer season ahead, these are the five rules that the experts always follow
By Oonagh Turner Published
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4 Minimalist Living Room Mistakes That are Making Your Space Feel too Stark
There's a fine line between minimalism and feeling empty when it comes to decorating a living room — here's how designers get it right
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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This 30 Second Trick is the Easiest Way to Tell if Your Pillows Need Replacing
Sleeping on an old pillow can have some harmful side effects, according to experts
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Do I Need To Remove Mulch In Spring? Expert Advice on What To Do
Gardening experts on what to clear, what to leave and what to add for beautiful beds
By Jacky Parker Published
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Should Curtains and Carpet Match? Designers Give Their Verdict on This Design Rule
Is it a good idea to match curtains and carpet? Here's what designers have to say
By Casey Clark Published
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7 Things you Should Never do With an Orchid — Where You're Going Wrong With This Delicate Houseplant
If you're trying to give your orchid the best care, these are the things plant experts warn never to do
By Oonagh Turner Published
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5 Landscaping Choices That Help Prevent Weeds in a Yard — 'They Will Save Time and Money in the Long Run!'
Make lighter work in your garden with these strategies that will help keep your outdoor space weed-free — without a plastic weed barrier in sight
By Jacky Parker Published
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5 Fast-Growing Climbing Plants That are Ideal for Privacy — They'll Cover Your Trellis by Next Year
Climbing plants are a great way to add privacy to your yard grown up fences, screens and trellises. But which will grow the quickest?
By Jacky Parker Published
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5 Gardening Jobs to do After Your Last Frost Date — and How to Find When Your Frost Risk is Over
Lots of gardening advice for spring refers to last frost dates, but what exactly does that mean, and how do you find it? An expert explains all
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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5 Furniture Placement Rules for Living Rooms Designers Swear by That Just Make So Much Sense
Where and where not to put your couch, TV and coffee table for a relaxed and convivial living space
By Millie Hurst Published
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7 Flowers You Can Plant Into Borders in March — Ideas for Instant Spring Gratification
Our expert suggestions show you how to add a gorgeous combo of pretty flowers and shapely foliage that will make borders pop in March, and shift the focus from fading spring bulbs
By Sarah Wilson Published
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8 Mistakes You're Making When Decorating With Rugs — and How to Avoid Them for a Better-Designed Home
Discover insider advice to avoid rug-buying blunders, as well as top tips for choosing the perfect design to elevate your space
By Tessa Pearson Published
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11 Things People With Organized Fridges Never do — How Many of These Mistakes are you Making?
Professional organizers tells us what fridge pitfalls they avoid to ensure their food storage is always well-ordered
By Portia Carroll Published
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8 Slow Growing Houseplants That are Low Maintenance and Won't Overwhelm a Small Space
Avoid your home becoming a jungle with these gradual growers that won't need pruning
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 Clever Ways you can use Your Amazon Alexa Devices to Help you Sleep Better — 'They Revolutionize Your Night Time Routine!'
If you don't have an Amazon Echo device in your bedroom yet, you'll definitely want to after learning about these genius functions
By Lilith Hudson Published
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7 Things to Prune in March — Cut These Back Now to Revive "Woody" Plants and Shape Your Spring Garden
The garden is waking up from winter and it's time to get these plants into shape by sprucing them up before summer
By Sarah Wilson Published
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'This is Why Your Home's Color Scheme Just Isn't Working' — How to Spot and Fix an Off-Balance Palette
Sometimes the colors in a space just don’t feel right. Leading designers share how to figure out what’s not working, and what to do about it
By Kate Hollowood Published