Laundry products with a stained cloth, including Persil detergent, Clorox bleach, and a bowl of water.
I Tried “Home Comforts”ʼ Popular Red Wine Stain Removal Method to See If It’s Worth the Hype
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It involved hardly any hands-on time at all, and that is the way I like to work: set it and forget it.
Dec 18, 2019
We Tested 3 Popular Red Wine Stain Removal Methods and Found a Proven Winner
Cleaning Showdown
Happy to report: It IS possible to remove a red wine stain, at home, without paying a pro to do it for you.
Dec 18, 2019
The Home Trends We’ll See in 2020, As Predicted by Real Estate Pros
Before you pack up your brass fixtures, terrazzo accents, and macrame, take some time to sneak a preview of what real estate experts say are the top home trends we’ll be checking off our lists in 2020.
Dec 18, 2019
Proof That Black Rooms Don’t Have to Be Gloomy
The color might have the reputation of being gloomy and moody, but when done right it's anything but depressing.
Dec 18, 2019
5 Classic Design Rules to Absolutely Never Break
We're all about breaking the rules for the sake of putting your own touch on a space, but these five design credos are non-negotiable.
Dec 17, 2019
How to Safely Clean and Store Your Menstrual Cup for the Other 20-Something Days of the Month
To boil or not to boil, that is the question.
Dec 17, 2019
8 Things About Old Homes Real Estate Agents Say We Take for Granted
There are a lot of old world charms that a newly built house will never be able to replicate.
Dec 17, 2019
19 of the Smartest, Sexiest Storage Solutions We Saw in 2019
These are 19 of the best storage ideas from house tours this year.
Dec 17, 2019
8 Ways to Prevent Your Packages From Being Stolen
There are some proactive steps you can take to protect your packages.
Dec 17, 2019
This Trendy Upholstery Fabric is like a Chanel Suit for Your Sofa and Chairs
Shearling and sherpa lovers, meet your new favorite decor trend: Bouclé furniture.
Dec 17, 2019
How To Paint Furniture for a Professional-Looking Finish
Painted accent pieces can add charming touches for your home but can be less than charming if painted incorrectly. The process might not seem difficult at all- apply paint, dry, repeat- but if you want a clean, professional finish, there are a few more considerations and steps involved. When painting a really nice piece, you need to put in just as much effort in the prep and sanding stages as you do in the painting stages.
Dec 17, 2019
A Chicago Interior Designer Shares Her Chic and Budget Holiday Decorating Tips
Including what to buy from Trader Joe's and how to make those orange slice ornaments you see everywhere.
Dec 16, 2019
The NYC Townhouse Where Eleanor and Franklin Roosevelt Were Married Is Now for Sale
It's been renovated since the future First Couple tied the knot there, but the Parisian feel of the apartment still stands.
Dec 16, 2019
The Very Best Ideas from Super Small, Stylish & Smart Kitchens
The smaller the kitchen = the smarter the storage and style solutions.
Dec 16, 2019
Home Stagers Pick 6 Items to Upgrade Your Bedroom for Less Than $5
Never underestimate the power of a tufted throw pillow.
Dec 16, 2019
The Power Went Out: Do You Keep or Toss the Food in the Refrigerator?
It’s an age old question: “do I keep it or toss it?” This is of course pertaining to food in the fridge that’s been sitting there for a questionable period of time after a power outage. We refer you to our U.S. government guidelines on food safety, recommending just how long our refrigerators and freezers will hold their temperatures, as well as whether to keep or discard food kept inside during a power outage.
Dec 16, 2019
A 400-Square-Foot Liveaboard Yacht Shared by a D.C. Couple (& Their Pup!)
After struggling to find an apartment when they first moved to D.C., Abigail and Mark sold all their belongings and jumped into boat ownership headfirst.
Dec 16, 2019
Restoring Naugahyde To A Shine
We’re still in love with our Eames chairs and recently inherited a couple more that are covered in naugahyde. They’ve been sitting in storage for about 20 years and they’re dull and sad. We want them to look shiny and new like the picture above. Jump below for hot to restore them to their original lustre.Here’s our baby, a dull pink with water stains and sadness.
Dec 16, 2019
Pantone Announced Their Kitchen Trends for 2020 and Beyond
Let's dive into each kitchen trend that Pantone's color experts brought to our attention.
Dec 16, 2019
Decorating Secrets: 6 Benefits to Going Minimal in the Bedroom
We’re defining “minimal” a little literal in this post — we’re talking about bedrooms lovely because they only have the minimal amount of elements in them. A bed. Maybe a nightstand. A rug for softness underfoot. Maybe a light. They’re not wall-to-wall stuff — and that avoidance of clutter and more things than actually needed can have quite a few benefits, both health and design wise.
Dec 16, 2019
This Weekend: Give a Rug or Carpet a Deep Clean
Winter is rough on our floors from wet snow, mud and more, especially on our carpets and rugs. This Weekend Project is about giving one carpeted room or rug a deep, thorough clean that will make your whole space feel invigorated and refreshed. Experts suggest that you deep-clean rugs and carpet at least once a year. This weekend, knock out one spot in your home really well.
Dec 16, 2019
How to Cope with a Lack of Kitchen Storage: 10 of Our Best Posts
When you have a small kitchen (I do), creative problem solving stops becoming a resume catchphrase and starts becoming a way of life. Configuring cookware and food and utensils—while trying to keep it all from looking like a mad scientist’s lab—isn’t easy. Here are 10 great posts in one place to offer some tips, tricks and inspiration for all of us fighting the good I-dream-of-kitchen-storage fight. Don’t neglect the space above your cabinets.
Dec 16, 2019
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Upholstery Cleaning 101: What to Use When
Keeping your upholstery in tip-top shape should definitely be on your spring cleaning list. With some help from American Signature Furniture, we’ve put together a simple refresher on how to clean different upholstery types, from leather to microfiber. Caring for Upholstery: What to Use When Finer than silk, microfiber strands create a velvety yet durable fabric that’s ideal for upholstery that gets a lot of traffic and sees lots of stains.
Dec 16, 2019
I’ve Stayed In All the Main Disney World Resorts, And These Ones Have the Best Design
You'll appreciate all the beautiful design details Disney has included in each of these resorts.
Dec 16, 2019
How Bobby Berk Spends His Perfect Night In at Home (When He’s Not Working on One)
The interior designer painted a picture that brought us right onto his couch with his favorite TV shows to watch.
Dec 16, 2019
10 Inspiring Small Kitchens
A lot of the kitchens we feature on this site are dramatic and beautiful and… well, huge. So today we’ve rounded up a selection of kitchens that are on the smaller side (some on the really small side) to inspire those of you who want a beautiful room for cooking, but don’t have infinite space. Above: this Parisian kitchen could not be any cuter, and is a great reminder that having a small space doesn’t have to mean skimping on style.
Dec 16, 2019
Fashionista's Editor-in-Chief Tyler McCall Shares a Peek at Her Brooklyn Home
It's a small space, but full of fun patterns and bright light.
Dec 14, 2019
Emily & Alex’s Quirky Craftsman
Name: Emily and Alex Champagne Location: Hamilton; Baltimore, Maryland Size: 1,200 square feet Years lived in: 15 months; Owned This young newlywed couple’s craftsman home radiates with endearing energy, even before stepping through the front door. Emily, an artist and educator, and Alex, a musician and co-founder of Scenic Route Records, have painted their home with small bits of themselves.
Dec 16, 2019
This House's Master Bedroom Has an Amazing Stenciled Concrete Floor
It's a DIY that looks MUCH more expensive than it is!
Dec 16, 2019
This $9 Trader Joe’s Buy is Perfect for Procrastinators and Tiny Homes Alike
Cheap, easy, AND adorable? The holiday trifecta!
Dec 16, 2019
The $4 Laundry Staple I Always Pack in Every Suitcase
When you have to pack clean clothes with dirty clothes, everything ends up smelling slightly less than fresh. But there's a hack for that!
Dec 16, 2019
Look Inside: This Mid-Century Pasadena Townhouse Sure Is a Stunner
It could be yours for $675,000.
Dec 16, 2019
The Queen Is Hiring a Social Media Director, and Applications Are Open
Is a corgi-themed Instagram account out of the question?
Dec 16, 2019
If You're Only Using One Shower Curtain, You Are Really Missing Out
This quick curtain hack will take your bath from drab to fab.
Dec 15, 2019
I Tried That Dutch Oven You Keep Seeing All Over Instagram—And It’s as Good as It Looks
I, like most adults who came to age in the time of Instagram, am a sucker for an aesthetically pleasing household item.
Dec 15, 2019
Before and After: A Genius Holiday-Ready Gallery Wall Redo for $40
You'll want to rainbow everything once you see this transformation.
Dec 15, 2019
The First Official ‘Harry Potter’ Knitting Pattern Book Will Be Here Soon
House scarves and sweaters are just the beginning.
Dec 15, 2019
18 Uses for White Vinegar, Your Favorite Pantry Staple
You can put this household workhorse to use in every room of your home.
Dec 15, 2019
A Chicago Condo Makes Metal Carts and Acoustical Blankets Look Surprisingly Luxe
This apartment's decor will inspire you to think outside the box when it comes to furniture.
Dec 15, 2019
The 8 Documents All Renters Should Always Have at the Ready
Some of them may surprise you.
Dec 15, 2019
The Surprising Place to Save on Engagement Rings
Pick up a crate of La Croix and a year's worth of vitamins while you're at it.
Dec 14, 2019
Before and After: A $200 Bathroom Transformation Done in a Weekend
A couple Benjamins and a little elbow grease make for one stylish bathroom redo.
Dec 14, 2019
16 Kitchen Shelf Ideas That Will Double Your Storage Space
Express your shelf in the kitchen with these smart decorating ideas.
Dec 14, 2019
6 Upgrades to Turn Your Kitchen Island into an Island Getaway
These ideas will take your kitchen to the next level.
Dec 14, 2019
The Wallpaper in This Home's Pretty, But the Bathroom's Tile Is Swoonworthy
This 1950s ranch house is a mix of modern minimalism and modern eclectic maximalism.
Dec 14, 2019
13 Tweets That Totally Capture What It's Like Being a Renter
"My landlord is obsessed with rent that was due literally weeks ago? Move on babe."
Dec 14, 2019