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9 Big Mistakes People Make When Painting Furniture

Don't let these happen on your watch.

Autumn Hachey

Mar 28, 2018

The Charming L.A. Home of ‘This Is Us’ Star Susan Kelechi Watson

You might know Susan Kelechi Watson from her role as Beth from the constant-sob-inducing show This Is Us, or recognize her as Janet, the ex-wife from Louie. But there’s more to Susan than her impeccable acting skills—she also has an amazing Los Angeles apartment that’s chock-full of personality. Her home feels welcoming, airy, and full of color and fun.

Marlen Komar

Mar 28, 2018

Before and After: An Elegant Powder Room for an Unbelievable $1K Price Tag

It seems like we’ve seen a thousand iterations of this powder room (minus the grand mirror): taupe linoleum counter, bulky vanity, dated wallpaper, standard fixtures. What can be done to make it less predictable and more special? A paint job, perhaps, or a countertop upgrade?

Tess Wilson

Mar 28, 2018

Why Did Anyone Think Carpet in the Bathroom Was a Good Idea?

A look into the history of a particularly weird old trend.

Nancy Mitchell

Mar 28, 2018

A St. Louis Rental House Is a Modern (but Bohemian) Cozy Cottage

Name: Madison Kimball, her girlfriend Tori, and three adorable dachshunds: Ginger, Basil, and Fennel Location: St. Louis Size: 880 square feet Years lived in: 5 months, renting Originally from Virginia, my girlfriend and I moved to St. Louis almost two years ago so she could continue her education in nutrition. Since then, she has graduated, we’ve moved once already, and she has been named the executive chef of a new restaurant that is set to open in a few short weeks!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 28, 2018

Why You Should Leave a Cup of Rice in Your Closet

Rice is a staple on dinner tables around the globe, but has many other great uses that go beyond the kitchen. Most of us have used it to save our cell phones from unfortunate run-ins with water because it’s hygroscopic and can trap the water molecules, but have you ever used it to trap odors? A cup of rice in a stinky space can make a world of difference. Making a deodorizing rice jar is one of the easiest, and best smelling things you can do for your home.

Ashley Poskin

Mar 28, 2018