The Latest: Jul 25, 2012

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Sofa Buying Tips Down to the Bones

Buying a new sofa is always a little bit stressful and we we sometimes forget to look at these important features: how well it’s made, how long it will last and if the cost reflects its quality. • Sofa Buying Tips Apartment Therapy

Carrie McBride

Jul 25, 2012

9 Steps To Arranging A Well-Organized Kitchen

Whether you’ve just moved into a new space, are settling into a summer rental, or are just frustrated with your kitchen, here are some ideas to help you arrange your kitchen for maximum cooking and cleaning efficiency that will making mucking about in the space a lot more fun.Start with what you have: You may love them, you may hate them, but unless you’ve got the money for a full scale renovation, your sink, stove and refrigerator aren’t going anywhere.

Abby Stone

Jul 25, 2012

Before & After: Wine Red Painted Console

A client recently asked if I could paint over furniture — he was sick of the look, but the piece was functional and he didn’t want to throw it out. Why not?You could take your furniture to a shop and have it sanded and sprayed and spritzed in a dust-free environment and perhaps it would last for all time, but that sounds a lot like expensive restoration to me. Or for Plan B, try this:Give your sideboard a light sanding (220 grit), dust it off and paint over it in an oil-based paint.

Mark Chamberlain

Jul 25, 2012

Before & After: Vintage Bed Makeover Fit for a Teen

It is clear from the photo above that Lesli has the kind of yard sale luck that most of us can only dream about, even on our best day. When she arrived at a local yard sale, she immediately saw the perfect bed for her daughter, a bed that had somehow been overlooked by antique hunters earlier in the day. When she saw the price tag, a whopping $25, she paid immediately and accepted the help of the seller to load up her car.

Colleen Quinn

Jul 25, 2012

Managing Housework When You’re Sick

I’ve been sick for less than 24 hours, and already my apartment is trashed. What will this place look like by the time I’m well? I have a few tricks for how to cope, but really I’d love to hear your advice • Housework When You’re Sick Apartment Therapy

Carrie McBride

Jul 25, 2012