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How recessed lighting can illuminate your bedroom

Recessed lighting can be a smart home lighting option -- here's how it can work for your bedroom.
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5 living room remodel ideas that pay off

Real estate expert Shelton Wilder offers tips on how to best invest your living room remodeling budget in order to maximize value.
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Thinking of painting your garage floor? Here’s what you need to know

Painting your garage floor can yield many great benefits when done properly. Its pros and cons, as well as helpful tips, are listed here.
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How to choose the right plants for your garden

Are you ready to start your first garden this spring? If so, there are a few essential things to consider before you head out to the garden center.
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10 under-sink organization ideas you’ll want immediately

Despite being an unglamorous part of your home, it's simple to organize under your sink for a neat look and easy access.
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How to organize a drawer and keep it organized

If you find yourself digging through drawers multiple times a day, it’s time to learn how to organize a drawer and keep it that way.
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Game-changing kitchen storage ideas

Kitchen getting overrun with stuff? Here are a few tricks for organizing your kitchen
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Think you need to replace your patio furniture? What you need to know before you buy

If you're looking to replace your patio furniture, we've got some tips to help you find the right set for your perfect backyard oasis
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Patio furniture 101: Everything you need to know before buying a new set

Enjoy relaxing outdoors after work when the weather is comfortable. Here's how to buy the perfect set for your home.
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Decorating Tips for Sprucing Up Your Home’s Interior

Updating your living space doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. Our tips update your home without wrecking your budget.
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Country kitchen ideas to inspire the heart of your home

Want a cozy country-inspired kitchen to be the focal point of your home? These ideas will get you started on the right path.
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Forget flowers: These are the 8 vegetables to grow in any garden

Some vegetables require the space of a big farm or the labor of a master of gardening, but these easy plants don't require special expertise or a lot of work!
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5 ideas to help your patio home stand out

If you own a patio home, here are five smart landscaping or decorating projects that will improve the overall look of your home.
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5 renovation secrets that will raise your home’s value

Renovations are a great way to raise your home’s value while updating, and particular renovations increase your home’s worth more than others.
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How to feng shui your front yard for maximum curb appeal

Applying fung shui techniques to your front yard will create more curb appeal and a welcoming environment for guests and neighbors.
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The best mid-century modern remodeling ideas we’ve seen yet

If mid-century modern design speaks to you, we have the best remodeling ideas to consider for your home.
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Simple ways to stay organized you haven’t tried yet

If you live in a small space, using the available area most effectively is important. Our organization ideas will help keep your home neater.
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How to light a room with no overhead lighting

Sometimes your room just doesn't have any overhead lighting. We offer a list that suggests decorative and functional lights.
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How to get rid of 12 household pests for good

Are household pests like ants or spiders driving you crazy? Here's how to get rid of them for good.
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When is the right time to remodel your home?

If you’re thinking of embarking on a home-remodeling project, you should understand that different projects should be done at different times of the year.
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How to light a room with no overhead lighting

These solutions to a lack of light will enable you to light up dark corners without worrying about whether or not you have to rewire the building.
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Discover 10 tips for decorating a beautiful bedroom

How to make any bedroom feel spacious, lived-in, and welcoming.
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How to style a bed for Instagram-worthy photos

Rack up the likes with our guide on how to style your bed for an Instagram-worthy photo. Our how-to guidebook is essential.
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How to babyproof any fireplace

Having a baby at home doesn’t mean you have to give up your fireplace altogether. We list proper precautions to babyproof your fireplace
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Entryway wall decor for the rustic home

Weathered wood, antiqued and distressed decorative accents as well as a rustic bench and table are great decorating ideas for a welcoming rustic entryway.
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Patio fireplace ideas for entertaining and relaxing

With our patio fireplace ideas, you can create the perfect ambiance to match your home decor and make the most of your outdoor space.
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Here are some great low-profile shoe storage ideas for your entryway

If your home has too many shoes, there are a lot of great and useful storage options out there. We list several simple and effective ideas
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11 one-hour DIYs to make your entryway pop

Need a quick and easy way to make your entryway stand out? Try these 11 tips and tricks!
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DIY remodeling on a budget: Your kitchen

How to make a few simple changes that will help your kitchen look new
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These fireplace mantel ideas will make your living room the coziest

You can outfit the mantel with creative, personal, and fun touches to reflect your style. Explore our favorite fireplace mantel ideas.
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Incredible shoe storage rack ideas for your living room

Try these shoe storage rack ideas if you're looking for a way to organize your shoes without adding any clutter to your living room.
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These 7 tricks made my tiny apartment feel 10 times bigger

How to make your tiny apartment feel much bigger with a few simple tricks.
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These are the best paint colors for your kitchen in 2021

Kitchens remain one of the most popular home remodels of all time. These are the best paint color ideas for yours.
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Want a big garden in a small space? Try pyramid gardening

Pyramid gardens are a hot trend that's perfect for small backyards. Its stacked structure allows for more plants and creativity.
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Bedroom accent pieces that are stylish and functional

Spruce up your bedroom with stylish and functional accent pieces. Our ideas range from end tables to unnoticed details like serving trays
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The one quick change that will totally transform your bedroom

From wallpapering, shelving, or hanging mirrors, you can transform the entire look of your bedroom by just changing a single wall
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Entryway wall decor ideas for the modern home

One of the best ways to enhance an entryway is with wall decor. Check out these easy wall decor ideas to help your entryway match the rest of your modern home.
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Affordable wall decorating ideas that look great in any home

Not sure what to hang on your boring, bare walls? No worries! Join us on a tour of affordable wall-decorating ideas for any home.
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7 decorating tips for sprucing up your home’s interior

Updating your living space doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. With minimal effort, you can come home to what feels like a new place.
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How to choose the right bed sheets

Bed sheets are easy. Pick the highest thread count, and you’re done. Not so fast.
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How to clean the grossest parts of your bathroom

If you’re embarrassed by the state of your bathroom, here are some helpful hacks to restore your bathroom to its glory.
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Why you should skip the patterned towel trend

Seeing patterned towels everywhere you turn? Don't let FOMO get the best of you! Here's why you should skip this trend.
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DIY remodeling on a budget: The bathroom

Remodeling the bathroom doesn't have to break the bank - here's our guide to giving your bathroom a new look on a budget.
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7 rustic decor ideas you’ll wish you’d seen sooner

Looking to get a rustic feel for your home? These inspirations will set you down the right path.
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Will dark cabinets make your whole kitchen feel dreary?

Dark-colored kitchen cabinets will be far from sad and boring. We've listed seven stunning ideas for updating your kitchen cabinets
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Unique kitchen lighting fixtures you’ll love

Kitchen lighting fixtures can be affordable, make a statement, and brighten up your kitchen. For clarity, we will discuss them by style
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3 easy DIY painting projects for a weekend at home

If you want a simple weekend DIY project to revamp your home, try these three ideas.
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9 innovative ways to hang art

Need some inspiration for unique ways to hang art in your home? These tips and tricks can help!
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8 things every tiny apartment needs

Three main things to survive a small space: strong organizational skills, a minimalist mindset, and lots of innovative storage and space-saving options.
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20 ways to maximize your small bedroom

Use these tips and tricks to maximize not only your storage space, but to provide a cohesive feeling to your room, and declutter even if you don't feel like it.