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We love these DIY Halloween decoration ideas

We love these DIY Halloween decoration ideas

DIY Halloween decorations can be so much better than store-bought items. You will love these Halloween decoration ideas.
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Why your home needs (and deserves) natural wood kitchen cabinets

Why your home needs (and deserves) natural wood kitchen cabinets

Natural wood kitchen cabinets are gorgeous. This is how to design your kitchen around them.
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How to decorate your yard for Halloween in a timeless way

How to decorate your yard for Halloween in a timeless way

Forget the plastic decorations: These Halloween decorations are elegant and spooky.
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This is the best time to go pumpkin picking

This is the best time to go pumpkin picking

Pumpkin picking is one of the best parts of the fall season. This is the best time to go.
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10 amazing fall living room decor ideas that will elevate your design

10 amazing fall living room decor ideas that will elevate your design

Spruce up your living room with these fall design trends.
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How to decorate your front yard for fall on a budget

How to decorate your front yard for fall on a budget

You can create an amazing front yard design without breaking the bank this fall. Here's how.
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Lighting is essential to incredible home design — try these 4 amazing ideas

Lighting is essential to incredible home design — try these 4 amazing ideas

Finding the right lighting for your home goes beyond different types of light fixtures. Try these ideas.
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This low-maintenance, attractive ornamental grass adds instant curb appeal

This low-maintenance, attractive ornamental grass adds instant curb appeal

Blue oat grass is the easy, beautiful ornamental grass your landscaping needs.
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Create a cozy midcentury modern living room — our top tips

Create a cozy midcentury modern living room — our top tips

Make your midcentury modern living room feel cozy and warm with these great ideas.
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How to brighten a dark kitchen: 6 creative ways to turn gloomy to glam

How to brighten a dark kitchen: 6 creative ways to turn gloomy to glam

Try these amazing ways to brighten a dark kitchen.
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6 striking yellow kitchens on Instagram that prove this hue is design gold

6 striking yellow kitchens on Instagram that prove this hue is design gold

We absolutely adore these sunny yellow kitchens and you will too.
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What couch material should you get? We have the answer

What couch material should you get? We have the answer

There are many fabric choices available when it comes to buying a couch. Here are a few things to watch out for and consider before making your big purchase.
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Is laminate flooring in bathrooms a terrible idea? 7 things to consider

Is laminate flooring in bathrooms a terrible idea? 7 things to consider

This is what you need to know about laminate flooring in the bathroom.
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10 bad ideas for your front yard that will kill your curb appeal

10 bad ideas for your front yard that will kill your curb appeal

Don't fall for these front yard mistakes. They'll only ruin your aesthetic.
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4 huge mistakes the experts say you’re making with your gallery wall

4 huge mistakes the experts say you’re making with your gallery wall

Gallery walls are having a moment, but don't make these silly design mistakes.
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The one feature every backyard or balcony should definitely have

The one feature every backyard or balcony should definitely have

If you don't know how to hang a hammock, it's time to learn. It'll totally elevate your outdoor space.
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A complete guide to kitchen island cabinets so you can transform your home

A complete guide to kitchen island cabinets so you can transform your home

If you're thinking about adding a kitchen island, we've got all your answers about kitchen island cabinets.
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5 easy ways you can transform a balcony from small to cozy and intimate

5 easy ways you can transform a balcony from small to cozy and intimate

We've come up with five cozy small balcony ideas to get your creative juices flowing. They work on balconies of every size, and they won't break the bank.
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Snoring keeping you up? Sleep experts share their go-to products

Snoring keeping you up? Sleep experts share their go-to products

Sleep experts reveal what they use to get to sleep when there's a snorer in the room.
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10 creative ways to blend your indoor and outdoor home decor for a gorgeous aesthetic

10 creative ways to blend your indoor and outdoor home decor for a gorgeous aesthetic

As we spend more time outside, blending indoor and outdoor decor is essential to a cohesive design.
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This expert’s kitchen design ideas are incredible (and don’t require a full remodel)

This expert’s kitchen design ideas are incredible (and don’t require a full remodel)

These are the kitchen design ideas the experts say will wow any guest.
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5 expert tips for decorating a bachelor pad so guests will actually want to stay

5 expert tips for decorating a bachelor pad so guests will actually want to stay

These design ideas for bachelor pads will impress everyone, from your parents to potential partners.
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An expert’s guide to refreshing your dated midcentury modern living room

An expert’s guide to refreshing your dated midcentury modern living room

Midcentury modern may be on the decline, but this is how you can refresh your midcentury modern living room without a full reno.
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How to choose bedroom wallpaper that looks gorgeous and you won’t ever regret

How to choose bedroom wallpaper that looks gorgeous and you won’t ever regret

Wallpaper is trending, but you don't want to be stuck with a bad decision. Here's how to make the perfect choice.
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10 attractive English cottage garden design ideas you should steal for your yard

10 attractive English cottage garden design ideas you should steal for your yard

English cottage gardens are timeless and beautiful. You can adapt these amazing ideas for your own garden.
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Try this design upgrade: The top kitchen faucet ideas, according to the experts

Try this design upgrade: The top kitchen faucet ideas, according to the experts

Interior designers tell us their favorite kitchen faucet trends of 2022.
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These are the ugly bedroom decor trends interior designers hate

These are the ugly bedroom decor trends interior designers hate

Avoid these ugly bedroom design trends at all costs.
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10 amazing design tips worthy of your striking, bold red bedroom

10 amazing design tips worthy of your striking, bold red bedroom

A red bedroom makes a statement. This is how to decorate one for the perfect sanctuary.
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These are the best flooring options for a waterproof bathroom

These are the best flooring options for a waterproof bathroom

Avoid mold issues with these waterproof flooring ideas for your bathroom.
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These are the kitchen trends designers say will elevate your design

These are the kitchen trends designers say will elevate your design

Redesigning your kitchen? Consider these trends the experts love.
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Looking for the best affordable mattress? Sleep experts weigh in

Looking for the best affordable mattress? Sleep experts weigh in

What's the best affordable mattress? Sleep experts reveal what to look for.
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How to completely refresh your kitchen (no renovation skills required)

How to completely refresh your kitchen (no renovation skills required)

You don't need to undergo a whole remodel to refresh your kitchen. With these no-renovation kitchen tips, you can get a whole new look.
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Kitchen floating shelves: Dumb idea or cool design feature?

Kitchen floating shelves: Dumb idea or cool design feature?

Should you add floating shelves to your kitchen? This is what you need to consider first.
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These are the best outdoor furniture stores for every style and budget

These are the best outdoor furniture stores for every style and budget

Want to upgrade your outdoor furniture? Check out this list of amazing outdoor furniture stores.
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9 incredible backyard privacy ideas that don’t require a lot of work

9 incredible backyard privacy ideas that don’t require a lot of work

Sure, you like your neighbors, but everyone needs a little space. Try these cool backyard privacy ideas.
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This one change will transform your bathroom (for the cost of a can of paint)

This one change will transform your bathroom (for the cost of a can of paint)

Bathroom cabinet colors can totally transform your space. This is what you should know.
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Follow these expert tips to add personality to your lifeless bathroom design

Follow these expert tips to add personality to your lifeless bathroom design

Add charm and a personal touch with these fantastic bathroom design ideas.
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Function meets style: 8 phenomenal eat-in kitchen decorating ideas

Function meets style: 8 phenomenal eat-in kitchen decorating ideas

This is how you should design your eat-in kitchen for functionality and design.
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We’re obsessed with these cool decor ideas for grandmillennial living rooms

We’re obsessed with these cool decor ideas for grandmillennial living rooms

We love grandmillennial living room designs because they make the space feel warm and cozy. Here are some of our favorite looks.
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8 stellar front porch design ideas that will give you major house envy

8 stellar front porch design ideas that will give you major house envy

Level up your curb appeal by taking inspiration from these amazing front porch design ideas.
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Don’t fall for these trendy spring home design traps

Don’t fall for these trendy spring home design traps

Avoid cliche design. These spring design trends are not the answer.
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4 things real estate experts say you should know about the housing market

4 things real estate experts say you should know about the housing market

We talked to real estate experts about what they're seeing and what they want to see more of in today's market to help buyers and sellers alike.
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Know the pros and cons of these popular kitchen floor options before you commit

Know the pros and cons of these popular kitchen floor options before you commit

What type of kitchen flooring is right for you? We have the answer.
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Extend your midcentury modern aesthetic to your yard with these phenomenal ideas

Extend your midcentury modern aesthetic to your yard with these phenomenal ideas

Midcentury modern backyards should be equally inspiring, and there are plenty of ways to showcase that functionality and simplicity.
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The backyard feature with a ridiculously high ROI you’ll absolutely love

The backyard feature with a ridiculously high ROI you’ll absolutely love

Both your family and potential future homebuyers will adore this backyard feature, as long as you do it right.
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The best kitchen island ideas for a captivating (and functional) prep space

The best kitchen island ideas for a captivating (and functional) prep space

These kitchen island ideas will make your kitchen stand out and add value and function to your space.
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8 simple, creative ways to add curb appeal to a flat-front house

8 simple, creative ways to add curb appeal to a flat-front house

Does your flat-front house feel lifeless and boring? Give the exterior of your home some visual interest with these great ideas.
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These are the gorgeous bathroom tile trends design experts are drooling over

These are the gorgeous bathroom tile trends design experts are drooling over

Interior designers are loving these bathroom tile trends.
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The most Instagramworthy minimalist kitchen designs we’ve ever seen

The most Instagramworthy minimalist kitchen designs we’ve ever seen

Take inspiration from these minimalist kitchens for your next renovation.
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How to build a wood fence (and save a ton of money in the process)

How to build a wood fence (and save a ton of money in the process)

This is how much a new wood fence will really cost you — and how to get the job done yourself.