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Crisis Averted — Here's How to Convert Any Sofa Into a Comfortable Temporary Bed This Festive Season When You've Got One Too Many Guests
There's no excuse for an uncomfortable bed setup on the sofa with these simple tips and tricks
By Emily Moorman Published
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Zooey Deschanel Just Revealed a Brilliant Trick to Quickly Make Your Home Smell Amazing That's Perfect for a Last-Minute Save when Christmas Hosting
And the one thing you need is probably sitting in your spice pantry right now...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Asked My Furniture-Maker Dad How to Remove Water Stains From a Wooden Table — These Are His 3 "Tried and Tested" Tricks
One of hosting's biggest stresses is worries about stains and spills ruining wood furniture, but these tips offer some comfort, knowing will not be lost
By Ruby Smith Published
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How to Keep Your Home Organized Over the Christmas Period — 6 Tips to Retain a Sense of Visual Calm Amidst the Holiday Hustle
Don't lose the functionality of your living spaces to clutter as you host this festive season
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Fragrances That Bring in Negative Feng Shui — And Why They Should Be Avoided at All Costs
Hosting these smells in your home could be a recipe for bad luck
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Is Your Sofa Going to Survive the Season? How to Child-, Pet-, and Generally Winter-Proof Your Couch to Avoid Festive Nightmares
With kids, pets, and snow, celebrations can get quite messy. Here's how you can protect your couch from the merry madness
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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5 Appliance Position Mistakes That No Good Kitchen Designer Would Ever Make, Unless They Had a Very Good Reason
The experts share all the most common appliance mistakes that are holding your kitchen back from being functional and stylish
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Major Scents to Avoid During the Winter, According to Fragrance Experts — Plus, What to Choose Instead This Season
These aromatic blends are worth shifting out of rotation to keep your home smelling refreshingly good
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things Designers Suggest to Include in Eat-in Kitchens to Help Hide the Mess When Hosting
A look at the smart solutions transforming today's open plan kitchens into serene, sociable spaces
By Portia Carroll Published
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5 Storage Mistakes You're Probably Making in Your Guest Bedroom That Are Actually Off-Putting to Friends and Family
No one wants to stay in a cluttered room, so here's how to get on top of your guest room storage ASAP
By Maya Glantz Published
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"Help, My White Walls Look Blue" — Here's Why It's Happening, and How to Fix This Common Problem
White paint is never just white paint; there are endless undertones that can affect the way it appears on your wall
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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'Ogee' Backsplashes Are the Trending Trad-Meets-Modern Style That Stops Your Kitchen Feeling Too Boxy
If you love a soft, romantic kitchen design, this might just be your new favorite design feature
By Maya Glantz Published
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These 6 Design Mistakes Make Your Living Room So Much Harder to Clean — Just Because They're Trendy, Doesn't Make Them Practical
I hate to say it, but these common design ideas might be doubling your reset time when tidying your space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Tablecloth or No Tablecloth? Stylists Settle the Debate Once and for All on How to Dress Your Table When You're Entertaining
When is it best to use a tablecloth, and when should you ditch it altogether?
By Emily Moorman Published
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3 Places Designers Would Never, Ever Hang Wallpaper in a Home — It's a Bad Idea for Practical Reasons, They Say
Before you plaster a bold new print on the wall, be sure you're hanging your paper in a place that works
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The Japanese Philosophy That Will Change How You Think About Keeping Your Home Clean — And It Will Stop You From Letting Your Chores Pile Up
Renowned for its soothing interiorscapes, Japan's penchant for beautifully tidy spaces is worth exploring
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Simple and Easy Ways to 'Un-Update' an Ugly Modern Kitchen in a Period Home
There's no pain quite like a builder-grade kitchen in a Victorian home. Luckily, we know how to remedy it
By Maya Glantz Published
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Before You Buy Another Lightbulb, Read This — It Might Just Change How You Light Your Entire Home
Consider this your go-to guide for getting to grips with all things lighting, from our experts to your home
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Things That Are Causing Serious Clutter in Your Home in the Run Up to Christmas, and How to Deal With Them
Wondering where the visual traffic is coming from? These culprits are worth checking out...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Places You Should Never, Ever Hang a Mirror in Your Home — On Careful Reflection by Interior Designers
Mirrors contribute both form and function to a space, but when misplaced, they can end up distracting rather than elevating
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What Do the 'Notes' of a Candle Actually Mean? How to Decipher Them, and Use Them to Find a Home Fragrance That You'll Actually Like
You won't have to fake it until you make it once you understand this aspect of scented candles 101
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Choose Kitchen Appliances That Will Make Life Easier, Look Good, and Won't Date — While Balancing Budget, Style, and Clever Features
The kitchen appliances you select can make or break this space, so here's what the experts had to say about choosing the right products for your needs
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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5 Problems With Tiled Backsplashes in Kitchens That No One Ever Talks About
It's not all gloss and glamour — this stylish design has some pretty irritating downfalls, and we're ready to expose them
By Maya Glantz Published
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Open Shelves vs Wall Cabinets — We've Settled the Debate on Which You Should Pick for Your 2026 Renovation
Choosing the right storage will be the backbone of your kitchen design, and our experts know which style is right for you
By Maya Glantz Published
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Newsflash: Your Scented Candle Really Needs a Lid — And Did You Know You Can Buy These Reusable Ones That Are Super Pretty?
This common scented candle faux pas could be costing you precious fragrance notes, so now's the time to cover yours
By Amiya Baratan Published
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My Husband and I Are Always Falling Out Over the Heating — I Work From Home, so What's the Best Tactic to Keep Me From Feeling the Cold Without Running Up Energy Bills?
If it's just you at home, is it a no-brainer to use portable heating devices, rather than turning on the heating? The experts break it down
By Debbie Black Published
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"Help, I Bought an Uncomfortable Sofa" — Don't Worry, These Simple Tricks Might Just Save the Day
If your brand-new, dream sofa isn't as plush as you hoped, don't despair — try these five interior designer-approved tips
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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7 Big Lessons I Learned Too Late While Tiling My Kitchen Backsplash All by Myself
Tiling a backsplash is relatively simple, but there are a few common pitfalls you'll need to steer clear of
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The Science of Kitchen Drawer Planning — How Many Do You Really Need and Where Do These Handy Storage Spots Need to Go?
There is so much more to kitchen drawer planning than aesthetics — everything from how many to include to their size and location needs to be carefully considered, as the experts we spoke to explained
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
