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Build some teeny tiny furniture and houses with Cardkits.

Amazon's cat hammock will delight pet parents.

I’ve tested tons of products, turned the pages of many art books, and tried out lots of different supplies. Here are the beginner tools I think are worth buying, for adults or kids, if you want to try your hand at painting.

These are the top requests in 2020.

Add these to your must-hack list.

You don't have to risk a trip to the flea market to find great deals.

Prepare to be amazed.

Star Wars fans, if you’re still shook from The Last Jedi trailer that dropped on Friday, allow me to continue to make your week. Crosley Radio, makers of the candy colored record players that pop up in many a styled living space on this here site, have debuted their newest design: A Star Wars emblazoned turntable, in honor of the franchise’s 40th anniversary.

Use this summer to master a new skill.

Architectural salvage shops are increasingly popular destinations for designers, collectors, and remodelers, and for the home decorator looking for unique furnishings, there’s no better place to start a search. In part, salvage stores hold such wide appeal because the items there carry the forgotten tales of the past, and invite collectors to imagine creative reuse ideas.

If you’re a fervent follower of Emily Henderson on social media like we are, you probably already know she was just in Round Top, Texas for the town’s massive flea market. The designer and blogger was in the Lone Star State snagging items for herself, for clients, and also for vintage resale site Chairish, where you can take your pick of specially chosen pieces from the show, starting today.

If there’s one thing that makes work more fun, it’s new office supplies. We normally save our pen and notebook binges for September (back to school vibes forever), but we might have to make an exception for DwellStudio’s new collection that’s launching this month at Staples.

Costco’s vast selection of items has been well-documented, and anyone who’s a fan of the discount megastore knows it sells more than half-gallon tubs of mayo and toilet paper in bulk. While some of its more… unusual… offerings (think: caskets) get lots of attention from media outlets, the store stocks a whole host of housewares and home improvement items that rival what you’d find in a Home Depot or Lowe’s.

Fish scale tiles (also know as fan tiles or scallop tiles) are one of our favorite shapes right now, so we’ve rounded up a list of sources for these beauties. Whether you’re looking for tile for your floor or your walls, terra cotta tile or marble tile or glass tile or cement tile, we’ve got something here for you.

Since starting Apartment Therapy, I’ve always felt it’s good to do everything you can to make your home comfortable and clean (in as little time as possible), and that air and water quality were fundamental. Living in New York City, I’ve never had a problem with the water, but when I started to drink cold filtered water I loved the difference. Particularly when making coffee or tea, filtered water really seemed to improve the taste. Years later, this is what I’ve learned.

Bed: Zenhaven Natural Latex Mattress Manufacturer: Zenhaven by Saatva Retail Price: From $1,299 My Year In Bed (YIB) rolled on this past August as I was absolutely unable to sleep while staying at my mother’s house for a week with my daughter. In fact, the twin beds we were both sleeping on were so old and so uncomfortable (you can see the old 70’s Sacrolign mattresses below) that I called my friends at Saatva, who had been wanting me to test their new all-natural latex mattress.

Bed: Loom & Leaf Memory Foam Bed Manufacturer: Saatva Retail Price: $999 My Year In Bed (YIB) just keeps going as I keep getting requests to try more mattresses. This one is also from a new company, Saatva, who has just launched a new brand, Loom & Leaf, a line of memory foam mattresses to pair with their traditional spring models. While not a big fan of memory foam in general, I found this bed very comfortable and not at all the “sink into it and get stuck” type of foam bed.

Bed: Excelsior II with BJX Mattress Top Manufacturer: Hastens Retail Price: $13,350 I just received a new bed to test for October, so it’s time to weigh in on the bed I tested for the whole month of September — the Hastens. My nutshell review: awesome bed, awesomely expensive. I LOVE this bed for two reasons: 1. I sink into it wonderfully and sleep really well and 2. it has zero smells or textures that are toxic or off-putting. Ten beds to go.

And it weighs less than a big umbrella!

We found stylish and effective options.

The molded plastic rocker, whether the authentic Eames variety or one of the many replicas, is a definite design classic. Originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948, we still see these stylish rockers in a lot of house tours and kids rooms today. To get the look in your own home, check out our resource list for this iconic rocker after the jump…Authentic Eames Rockers Authenic Eames Rockers are made in the USA by Herman Miller. Their shells are made from recyclable polypropylene.

It’s that time of year when the air is oh so dry and sore throats and bloody noses abound. With an end to winter still quite a ways away our thoughts have turned to ways to add more moisture in the air. We being Unplggd feel that the aesthetics of our appliances matter and have applied the same care to choosing our humidifier picks that we have applied to our radiators roundup.

If you live in a tiny apartment where a single space serves multiple purposes (your bedroom is your living room is your dining room, right?), the best thing you can do for your furniture is to make it mobile. Adding a fresh set of wheels to tables, bar carts and kitchen islands lets them slide from one side of the apartment to another, filling in wherever they’re needed most. Here’s how to turn those pinch-hitting pieces into veritable MVPs.

These are your best bet.

Dock stations are great for keeping wires and devices in place without invading the surrounding space, but not all of them are design-forward like this—and anything that involves plants is worth investing in in itself.

I'll always be keeping this in my tool kit from now on—and you should, too.

Some of the best things you can buy for under $12.

We've rounded up our favorite, most hackable finds from your new go-to store.

It can heat your space in a snap.

Nope, they are not wilting under our watch!

I use it every single day.

No wood, no smoke, no kidding!

While duct tape usually gets touted as the fix-everything sticky product, I think this tape might be out to steal that title.

I haven't had to call a plumber since buying this thing—and it costs less than a movie.

It's almost 30% off right now!

These start at just $5K.

We’ve been poring over the IKEA 2020 catalog's pages, bookmarking our favorite finds, and dreaming of all the ways to hack some of the newest additions.

IKEA's GLADOM tray—at only $20—is a strong contender for the newest classic piece to come from the brand.

Posts and little hideaways give your cat a space to climb, play, and be extra adorable.

There’s a time and place for dollar store goods. Seriously.

Living with three cats means living with three sets of turds, sometimes twice a day. Now put that in a studio (we know – crazy cat lady = us) and you may as well have a cot within the sewer system.It’s truly amazing how long we, as a culture, have had cats as pets and how little the litter box has advanced. It’s only been of late that some high tech solutions have shown themselves.

I don’t know about you, but the minute September rolls around (OK, fine, late August), I’m 100 percent ready to stock up on delicious pumpkin-smelling candles to burn all season long. Then, mid-November, I start to gravitate toward the shelves displaying evergreen and peppermint scents, because what would the holidays be otherwise?!

S'mores lovers rejoice.

Time to tackle everything on your home reno to-do list.

Every green thumb can own one.

For your next free weekend.

The ecosystem of power tools these days means buying a drill isn’t just buying a drill; you’re committing to an entire universe of tools. Here's how you can make the smartest purchase.

Grilling is one of the great joys of summer. If you live in an apartment with an especially small outdoor space — or none at all — you may be worried that this particular joy is denied to you, but never fear. Below you will find our absolutely biggest roundup – 17! – of grills big and small, portable and iconic, but ALL charcoal (or wood). Enjoy and tell us your faves. This is our reader favorite.

Whether you're hosting indoors or on the back patio this summer, your table will be in tiptop shape.

Shopping for rugs with a tight budget can be difficult. Here are some ideas to score one that doesn't look cheap.

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.

Back in 2009, FLOR launched this Lincoln Park location as their first foray into brick and mortar retail. Since then, FLOR has launched stores in a number of other cities across the country. Now they’re turning their attention back to home base and giving their Chicago store a new look. The new layout feels more modern while also giving the store a homier vibe.  Gone are the old white concrete floors and walls lined with tiny samples.

The tabletop is an easy way to make a bright and bold statement in a room, especially if you are a fan of modern and contemporary styles. From tablecloths to runners, check out these sources in our Marketplace for finding cool tabletop textiles. Marimekko If you are lucky enough to live near one of their U.S. locations, you can actually pull signature Marimekko fabrics off the shelves and have goods custom sewn on-premises.

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.

Have you ever found a beautiful vintage or antique piece of furniture, fallen in love, then experienced soul crushing disappointment because it was the wrong height to work with your other furniture? Sometimes, in order to make imperfect pieces fit perfectly in your home, they just need a little boost. Above, Meg Made makes custom metal bases for vintage furniture, or you can have her refinish one for you.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that we all need to brush our teeth. What you use to carry out the chore is up to you, but if you’re looking for some natural toothpaste alternatives with minimal chemicals (more on that later), we rounded up 7 willing mouths at Apartment Therapy HQ to test out 9 top-rated natural pastes. Did they stand a chance against the raw garlic test? Read on to find out!

Last April, Emily Henderson needed a privacy solution for her rental studio space and wound up covering individual panes with a variety of window films — which not only added fun pattern and color to the space — but also added a helpful and modern-looking window treatment. We followed up with her to hear how it’s doing months later, and whether she thought it was worth doing in the first place.

There’s no doubt that using vintage and salvaged materials is a bigger hassle than buying new materials. So why bother? If your decor leans toward a vintage look, it’s often the only choice to get the style you want. Plus, salvaged materials are usually less expensive than new, and often better quality. The practice also keeps items out of the landfill, and saves on the production and transportation of new materials, so it’s far better for the environment.

The new year is finally here and so are the latest trends. And while it’s fun to embrace all of the new cold-weather clothes, it can still be tough to set yourself apart from the rest of the fashion-savvy pack. That’s why it pays to find ways to personalize your wardrobe without sacrificing your style (or budget). With a little time and creativity, you can turn your basic apparel into an exclusive wardrobe that’s unique to you.

If you’re crafting a homemade advent calendar this year (get inspired by these 10 minimalist stunners), you’re going to need some top-notch tiny gifts. Fill them up, then save a few extra little trinkets and treasures so when little gifty moments pop up this season—white elephants, unexpected guests—you’ll be ready. Above: Two takes on the Scandi-style advent calendar, from Bloomingville. charset="utf-8" src="https://d30bopbxapq94k.cloudfront.

Lately we’ve been seeing a trend towards more textured, storied finishes in the home, things that look like they’ve been there for years, whether made from reclaimed materials or new materials made to look old. Terracotta tile, with its beautiful texture and intriguing color variation, fits the bill perfectly. And it comes in all kind of finishes and shapes — not just earth tones and squares or hexagons. Here are 24 of our favorite terracotta tiles. 1.

Name: The Three Amigos (3 year old, and twin 5 year olds) Location: Vancouver, Canada After Melissa snatched up a pretty cute playhouse from Costco, she started dreaming up an adorable upgrade. Life got in the way, as it so often does, so it took awhile for the playhouse to get an upgrade. Combine one weekend, a super creative mom, white paint and elbow grease and you get the kind of playhouse that childhood dreams are made of.

The dishwasher just may be the unsung hero of kitchen appliances. It sits there hidden under the counter, but does so much dirty work while you get on with your day, sit and enjoy company, or relax after dinner. Sure it’s a luxury, but once you have one, you can’t imagine life without it — right? Here’s a small guide to get you started on your dishwasher search. What you’re looking for depends on your lifestyle, routine and decor style.

The range is the real workhorse of the kitchen. I don’t think there’s anything more satisfying than walking into a kitchen with all the burners and oven full of delicious dishes stewing and simmering, just waiting to be devoured. Kitchen ranges have come a long way and there are more choices than ever when it comes to form and function. Here’s a guide to get you started when picking what range is right for your kitchen.

Range hoods may not be the most glamorous kitchen appliance to shop for, but they’re definitely a must-have to avoid lingering odors and keep your kitchen air as fresh as possible. Here’s a shopping guide to get you started when looking for a range hood. Like all the other appliances in your kitchen, there are a few factors to consider when buying a range hood.

Last summer, due in part to a story I did on non-aluminum deodorants, I began my “natural” deodorant journey. After having tested a handful myself for that piece, I came to realize that I, in fact, liked these non-aluminum varieties as much (if not more) than the antiperspirants I’d been wearing since I hit puberty. One of my favorites in particular was Soapwalla’s Deodorant Cream in original scent.

If this test lab review of the BedJet had a CliffsNotes version, it would be: I liked it a lot and I didn’t lose any limbs. But for a more complete assessment, read on. Once upon a time lived a born-and-bred Florida girl who was HOT. Not wanting to crank up her A/C in July (in South Florida) to an acceptable temperature at night (an action that would likely bankrupt her), she sought out alternative ways to stay cool while she slept.

While looking for matte black fixtures for a recent bathroom makeover, I had a hard time finding affordable, in-stock options from the usual places. Lighting with a black finish? No problem. Cabinet pulls? Everywhere. But searching for sink faucets yielded only a few good results. Then I figured out the trick and duh. It’s so easy it’s stupid. Black faucets are such a nice change of pace from ubiquitous chrome, or even the brushed brass we’ve seen so much of lately.

The people whose homes we tour on Apartment Therapy don’t just collect a lot of beautiful things…they are often the makers and designers of beautiful things. As we gear up for the holiday season of memorable meals shared with loved ones, we wanted to check in with some of these creatives and get their recommendations for splurge-worthy tableware items from their own lines that are popular with their customers.

We love, love, love our pets, am I right? Life wouldn’t be the same without those sweet furry faces. But real talk: the accoutrements of life with cats and dogs does not a #designgoals home make. The lovely, would-be formal dining room in my Victorian home stars a wonderful, original fireplace—annnnnnd one 54-inch heavy-duty dog crate that my half mountain dog Cassius Thunderpaws adores for nap time.

Our four-legged friends are basically family members who require a few household items to be comfortable (dogs: they’re just like us!) and, as they do every day, Amazon has some good deals to scoop up. Today’s offering include some great supplies for your canine companions—many of which will make your life a whole lot easier, too. From a micro-suede dog bed to an electronic nail trimmer, here are four things on sale today at Amazon that you and your furry friends will love.