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Purple steam mop with a quilted cleaning pad on a pink abstract background.
This $70 Steam Mop Does the Job of a Professional and Has More Than 18,000 Five-Star Reviews
"This mop pulled up the ground-in dirt and grime that a traditional mop couldn't hope to touch."
AnnMarie Mattila
Jul 9, 2021
This 522-Square-Foot Studio Successfully Makes Distinct Areas in Just One Room
A lover of bright colors and mixed textures, Madison can’t commit to any one color or style so she just buys what she loves and makes it work together beautifully.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 9, 2021
3 Ways to Avoid Impulse Purchases, According to Psychology Experts
The very nature of internet browsers makes it easy to order anything, anytime with the click of a button. Here are three tips for saving money by curbing your online impulse purchasing, one item at a time.
Ashley Abramson
Jul 8, 2021
Here's How You Trick Yourself Into Spotless Windows This Weekend
Weekend Projects
Sometimes the mental toughness of a task is what keeps you from starting on it.
Shifrah Combiths
Jul 9, 2021
You Can Build Jerry’s Iconic Apartment In “Seinfeld” with This New LEGO Set
Build some of the most iconic sets in "Seinfeld," one brick at a time.
Leah Groth
Jul 8, 2021
6 Garage Features That Are Always Worth the Extra Money, According to Home Experts
You might want to consider splurging on these.
Brittany Anas
Jul 8, 2021
You Can Stay Overnight in an Ice Cream Truck, Because Summer Dreams Do Come True
Get ready for the sweetest stay in NYC.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 8, 2021
This HGTV Expert’s Clever Light Switch Tip Will Save You Bedtime Frustration
This tip is a game changer.
Alexandra Frost
Jul 8, 2021
World Market’s New Summer Decor Includes So Much Rattan — and We Want It All
Let's face it: There's never a bad time to invest in more rattan.
Samantha Hunter
Jul 8, 2021
The One Thing You Should Always Do When Decorating Your Kitchen
And the one thing you shouldn't do!
Sarah Lyon
Jul 8, 2021
Ty Pennington Gave a Glimpse Into His New Bathroom, and It’s All About Layering “Imperfect” Tiles
The result is total perfection.
Leah Groth
Jul 8, 2021
This Whimsical Hideaway for Sale in Berkeley Comes with an ADU
PROPERTY CRUSH
The main house is outfitted with dark wood beams and paneling.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 8, 2021
This Game-Changing Spice Rack Is the Organizing Solution I Wish I Discovered Sooner — Here’s Why
Who says you need a whole spice cabinet?
Britt Franklin
Jul 8, 2021
This 6-Step Plan Will Help You Negotiate a Remote Job Offer Like a Pro
It's career-expert approved.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 8, 2021
8 Rope Laundry Baskets for Stylishly Sorting Linens, Blankets, and More
Give your plastic hamper a break with one of these cute picks.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jul 8, 2021
This London Home Boasts Charming Period Details and Extraordinarily Bold Colors
Ola Zwolenik doesn't believe in boundaries, design-wise. No room in her Edwardian terraced house limits itself to one style or color palette.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 8, 2021
One Good Thing: My Best & Easiest Way to Clean a Gas or Charcoal Grill
Welcome back to One Good Thing! We’re outdoors again, soaking up the summer and prepping for a big GRILL SEASON (we actually grilled all last weekend over the 4th. We had 12 people for the weekend – kids and laundry everywhere – but grilling outside got everyone out of the house, got the guys cooking and the food was delicious).
Maxwell Ryan
Jul 8, 2021
I Did a "No Buy" Month to Get Back on Track Financially
Here's what happened.
Olivia Muenter
Jul 8, 2021
What It Really Means When a Home Is on the Market for 100+ Days
It's not always a bad sign.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 8, 2021
Two People Share This 437-Square-Foot Scandi-Inspired NYC Studio
With only 437 square feet in her studio apartment, Kelcey Harris knew she needed to keep things light and bright, but also wanted the furniture and decor to feel welcoming instead of cold or stark.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 8, 2021
This 30-Minute Friday Cleaning Formula Makes for a Calming Weekend
Too busy during the week to tidy up, and then too checked out on the weekends to clean. It feels like an inescapable cycle — but here's my solution.
Sheila Loesch
Jul 8, 2021
15 of Our Most Colorful Before and After Transformations of All Time
Need some color inspiration? These bright, bold, and creative redos are the best of the best.
Delesia Watson
Jul 8, 2021
Before and After: A $120 Project Gives a Plain White Bathroom a Bold New Look
The once-boring bathroom is now a compliment magnet.
Carolin Lehmann
Jul 7, 2021
This Is the Free Decorative Accessory Your Home May Be Missing Out On
Your shelves, tables, windowsills, and more would totally rock this functional item.
Joey Skladany
Jul 7, 2021
6 Outdoor Party Activities You (and Your Guests) Haven't Tried Yet
Make the most of the warm summer nights.
Jennifer Prince
Jul 7, 2021
Wickless Candles Are a Thing — and These Will Outlast Your Favorite Jarred Scents
Shopping
Get that wax melter fired up!
Grace Cooper
Jul 7, 2021
The Smart Way the British Royal Family Folds Table Napkins (That Will Make You Look Fancy, Too)
The royal family has a specific and interesting code on table napkin use.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jul 7, 2021
I Tried These $5 Hand Soap Sheets and Now I Don’t Leave Home Without Them
I’ve been telling *all* of my family members and friends to stock up!
Britt Franklin
Jul 7, 2021
The Crucial Thing Most People Forget to Do When Touring Homes for Sale
It's an easy one, too.
Sarah Kuta
Jul 7, 2021
In This Blogger's Lively Pastel London Victorian, Gallery Walls Work Double Time
Dr. Geraldine Tan is a medical doctor by day and an interior and lifestyle blogger by night, and her big Victorian terrace house in London is beautiful and colorful!
Viv Yapp
Jul 7, 2021
Martha Stewart Says To Remove Flowered Vegetables From Your Garden — Here’s Why
Plus, other tips and tricks to enhance your vegetable garden.
Alexandra Frost
Jul 7, 2021
5 Designer-Approved Tips For Decorating Narrow Rooms
Another design challenge solved!
Sarah Lyon
Jul 7, 2021
5 Ways I'm Rethinking How I "Vacation" in a World That's Reopening
Sometimes day trips are all you need to reset.
Faith Cummings
Jul 7, 2021
6 Things You Should Never Say to Your Real Estate Agent
“The highest I could possibly offer is…”
Candace Ramirez
Jul 7, 2021
B&A: A Tiny Australian Beach Cottage's Blah Kitchen Got a Bold Dose of Color
The inside is a colorful DIY mix of "coastal beachy shabby eclectic vintage."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 7, 2021
Why I Love My Grandmother’s "Wet Room" Bathroom Cleaning Technique
The first step in this process, according to my grandmother, isn’t doing anything to the bathroom itself, it’s all about preparing your person.
Rebecca Jane Stokes
Jul 7, 2021
3 Clever Ways to Decorate With Color, According to Joy Cho
Some tips to bring joy into your home with color, from the queen of Pinterest herself!
Savannah West
Jul 6, 2021
There’s Now a Peloton-Inspired Stationary Bike for Kids, Because of Course There Is
The Pelican bike lets kids get in on the action and take their own pretend cycling class.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 6, 2021
Mindy Kaling’s Curtains Are a Party for the Wall
Curtains aren’t just curtains anymore — they’re parties for your wall.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 6, 2021
Le Creuset Just Launched a Spicy New Color for Summer
You need this fiery hue on your table STAT.
Amy Gordon
Jul 6, 2021
16 LGBTQ+ Movies and TV Shows to Watch All Year Round
The LGBTQ+ community shared what their must-watch recs are for LGBTQ+ representation in film and television.
Sassafras Patterdale
Jul 6, 2021
This $20 Amazon Find Is the Secret to Maximizing Your Suitcase Space
Because who doesn't need some extra room in their bags?
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jul 6, 2021
7 Sleep Mistakes You're Making While Camping — and How to Fix Them
According to experts.
Jennifer Prince
Jul 6, 2021
The Controversial Paint Colors You Should Steer Clear of
According to real estate agents.
Josephine Nesbit
Jul 6, 2021
A 'Recovering Minimalist's' Rainbow-Painted Cottage is Pure Sunshine
Marita has been painting (and re-painting!) walls, appliances, and furniture in her home (also known as "The Rainbow House") for the better part of a year.
Mackenzie Schieck
Jul 6, 2021
What Is a "Barndominium" and Why Would I Want One?
Newly popular, these structures date back generations.
Sarah Magnuson
Jul 6, 2021
10 Teeny-Tiny Kitchen Tools That Are Actually Incredibly Useful
And they won't take up too much precious storage space!
Rochelle Bilow
Jul 6, 2021
6 Easy Ways to Beat Summertime Procrastination and Stay on Task
According to experts.
Kara Nesvig
Jul 6, 2021