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This Is the One Toilet Paper Holder to Rule Them All
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Why is buying a good toilet paper holder such a crapshoot?
Faith Durand
Sep 6, 2024
10 Best Kitchen Cabinet Hardware Ideas of 2024, According to DesignersDesign Ideas
From traditional knobs to quirkier takes on the classics.
Kelsey Mulvey
Jun 20, 2024
This Ingenious $10 Find Lets You Safely Use Screws in Your Walls Without Drilling Holes — Seriously!Life
They're especially great for tile walls.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
May 4, 2023
Leather Pulls: The Luxe (Yet Affordable) DIY Design Detail We LoveDesign Ideas
Updating the hardware on your kitchen and bathroom cabinetry as well as your casegoods is the easiest, fastest way to bring a wow factor to your home (whether you’re a renter or owner), and one category of hardware has our attention as of late: Leather pulls. They feel super high-end yet casual at the same time and are a detail that will usually make you do a double-take (like in Scott and Kristan’s relaxed kitchen).
Arlyn Hernandez
May 1, 2023
Here's A Genius Way to Save Space in a Small Kitchen You Haven't Thought of YetDesign Ideas
It's a tiny detail, but it can make a difference, according to these London flat owners.
Caroline Mullen
Jan 5, 2023
One HGTV Star Says This Is Where You Should Be Adding New Hardware (It’s Not the Kitchen)Home Projects
Rachel Taylor — one of the hosts on HGTV’s new show “Curb Appeal Xtreme” — says to refocus your attention elsewhere.
Nicoletta Richardson
Sep 21, 2021
The Easy (and Cheap!) Bathroom Update that Makes a Big DifferenceDesign Ideas
It's quick, effective, and DIY friendly!
Caroline Biggs
Feb 9, 2021
This $1 Trick Will Make the Utilitarian Spots in Your Home Look More ExpensiveDesign Ideas
And it's easy to DIY, too!
Betsy Goldberg
Sep 19, 2020
Best Online Sources: Table Legs for Furniture DIY ProjectsHome Projects
One of the fastest ways to update an existing table (either changing the look or the function) is to put new legs on it. And, one of the easiest ways to make a table is to find a flat surface and add legs. But where do you get good-looking legs that work? We’ve rounded up eight of our favorite places to buy online. (Pictured above) This modern invention can help you transform nearly any found or bought flat surface into a coffee table, dining table, bench or more!
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 8, 2020
How To Make DIY Drawer Pulls from Just About AnythingHome Projects
For the times that you just can’t find that perfect drawer pull (or the times that you can, but don’t feel like dishing out the $$), knowing how to make your own is a great skill to have. So round up the troops, (seriously, how cool would army people drawer pulls be!?), gather your supplies and get to work! Plastic toys from the dollar store or thrift shop are great pieces to start with.
Ashley Poskin
Dec 19, 2019
Before & After: Mid-Century Inspired Dresser Knobs from Mason Jar LidsHome Projects
I recently purchased one of these RE dressers on sale at Target, and after 2 days of putting it together, it was crying out to me for some kind of bold hardware. Not wanting to spend a lot on 6 knobs but still wanting something with some mid-century flare, I came up with an idea: mason jar lids.I remembered as a kid occasionally watching a show called Family Affair. Remember Uncle Bill and Mr. French?
Katie Steuernagle
May 5, 2019
Renovation Resource: 9 Sources for Antique & Reproduction HardwareHome Projects
With some rehabs you want to strip away all the years and start over with clean, modern space. With others, you want stay true to the home’s original design period. For those times, there are stores out there that offer antique and reproduction hardware and lighting. These are a few of our favorites. House of Antique Hardware This Portland, Oregon-based company stocks everything from door and window hardware to lighting and electrical supplies ranging from Colonial to Mid-Century.
Jason Loper
May 5, 2019
How To Strip Paint From HardwareCleaning
Not all painters are created equal — especially those who ch0ose to slop paint over beautiful, antique hardware. It may seem like a daunting task to return those beautiful bits to their original glory, but don’t be fooled. Homeowners and renters alike can remedy this problem with just a few supplies, none of which are toxic. If you live in an old apartment building you’ve probably got interesting design details hiding in your hardware just beneath a few layers of paint.
Ashley Poskin
May 4, 2019
7 Places to Shop for Modern, Minimal Cabinet HardwareHome Projects
Cabinet hardware is a little detail that can have a big impact on the look of your kitchen or bathroom. The good news is that these days there are quite a few retailers offering modern, minimally styled pieces in a variety of budgets. Here are seven of our favorites. Superfront makes a line of pulls and knobs designed for IKEA cabinets, but they would be equally nice on other cabinets as well. (Blogger Maiju Saw used them in her kitchen.
Nancy Mitchell
May 3, 2019
Micro Makeovers: DIY Drawer Knobs Will Totally Transform Your DresserHome Projects
Drawer pulls are one of those details you don’t spend a lot of time contemplating (totally understandable). But the second you switch them up, you’ll be surprised how much they can change the look of a piece of furniture, or even an entire room. The best part? These micro makeovers cost a lot less—and require way less elbow grease—than a full-on furniture refinishing.
Katie Holdefehr
May 3, 2019
Don’t Make Cabinet Hardware an Afterthought in Your KitchenHome Projects
When you’re planning a new kitchen, you probably think about the big stuff: the countertops, the cabinets, the appliances, the flooring. But we’re here to remind you that little things can make a big difference, too. Particularly, when it comes to kitchens, that means hardware. Hardware can have a huge impact on the look and feel of your kitchen, which is why we often recommend replacing hardware as a quick upgrade for rental kitchens, or when you aren’t able to remodel.
Nancy Mitchell
May 3, 2019
9 Little Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen Without RenovatingHome Projects
You're not stuck with what you've got.
Ayn-Monique Klahre
Nov 7, 2018
The Surprisingly Useful Find Hiding in AnthropologieHome Projects
When I think of Anthropologie, I think of fun and riotous color, mixed patterns and lots of layers. A store where more is more and minimalism is a four letter word— and not necessarily a destination for practical items. I do love to occasionally browse all the store’s beautiful things, and ogle their creative store displays, but there’s actually one thing I go there all the time to buy, something that’s useful for everyone.
Dabney Frake
Aug 8, 2018
The Best Sources for Inexpensive Hardware to Revamp Your Cabinets and FurnitureDesign Ideas
When it comes to updating your old furniture, a little change goes a long way. Case in point: upgraded knobs and pulls. Even though most handles are well, hand-sized, these petite fixtures still manage to offer a ton of design potential no matter where you use them. Working with a colorless kitchen but can’t afford to paint? Switch out all of your standard cabinet knobs with splashier ones and see what happens. Sick of looking at your dated bedroom dresser but desperate for the storage?
Caroline Biggs
Aug 20, 2017
For Any Budget: 19 Super Sources for Knobs & PullsHome Projects
When it comes to kitchen cabinets, hardware is a little thing that can make a big difference. We’ve rounded up ten of the best online sources for knobs, pulls, and everything in between, helpfully sorted into ‘High,’ ‘Mid’ and ‘Low’ categories so you can find the best store for your budget. My Knobs: A huge, almost overwhelming, selection of cabinet hardware at very reasonable prices. Cabinet Parts: Low prices and a large selection.
Nancy Mitchell
Nov 17, 2016
How To Make Over Your Rental Kitchen Cabinets for as Little as $20Design Ideas
One of the easiest (and cheapest) ways to customize a rental kitchen (and, of course, any piece of furniture) is to change the cabinet handles. Choose a pull that reflects your home decor style (not sure what yours is? Take the quiz to find out), then swap them in for the dingy/generic knobs that came with your apartment. As long as you change them back before move-out day, this mini makeover is 100% landlord-approved. Lusso Knob at Anthropologie, $12.
Katie Holdefehr
Oct 13, 2016
Top It Off: This Finishing Touch Adds Character to Almost AnythingDesign Ideas
A few twists of the wrist, and these gorgeous finials will be adorning curtain rods, lamps, bed posts and furniture. Adding a decorative finial is the quickest fix we know for rooms that lack character—and the chic, totally un-fussy options on the market today mean they amp up any decor style. Consider this the cherry on top of a well-designed room.
Katie Holdefehr
Oct 9, 2016
Modern House Numbers for Every BudgetDesign Ideas
Think about it: when you go to a new friend’s house for the first time, what’s the first thing you look at? The numbers, of course. House numbers may seem like a small thing, but they’re so crucial to first impressions. These days there are a myriad of interesting, modern numbers that will identify your house to the world — and show off your style, too. Above: Neutra house numbers, $27 each from DWR. Modern Avalon collection brushed nickel house numbers, $15.
Nancy Mitchell
Mar 9, 2016
Budget Before & After: 1980s Kitchen Ditches Its Dated PastHome Projects
Annie’s Sydney townhouse had a seriously circa-1980 kitchen when she and her husband moved in three years ago. But, it was their first home purchase and didn’t have a budget to completely redo the kitchen, so they decided to give it a minor update that would freshen up the space but stay in keeping with the feel of the place. This kitchen is a great example of small changes making a large impact. A few cosmetic tweaks later, it feels instantly updated.
Dabney Frake
Dec 10, 2013