Congratulations! You just bought a house! But you’re determined not to let it look like your college apartment with mismatched furniture you scrounged from family members’ houses. You’re ready to go all Joanna Gaines and turn your house into a home. But how much will that cost?

Your bedroom should be where you relax and feel at peace. So why do you feel on edge whenever you go in there? Or maybe the space feels plain and basic, instead of giving you that cushy hotel vibe you want. Creating a cozy bedroom is only a few easy steps away, so stop losing sleep over it.

Grey paint is one of the hottest colors you can add to a home. It’s basically the neutral color of the 2020s, but it does have one drawback: it can get very blue for certain tastes. That blueish undertone can look alright sometimes, but if you want to add a lot of yellow or aren’t a fan of that color, it can get to be too much. So how can you tone down that blue hue?

“Camel” is a word that most people associate with an animal more than a color, however, that’s starting to change. This color is known for being a sandy beige-brown with hints of golden yellow. It’s a gorgeous color, and it’s become a smash hit with furniture makers. Now that camel couches are hitting major design magazines, people are starting to look for ways to get all matchy-matchy with their couches. So, what colors fit the bill?

If while running your washer you hear a toilet or sink making a gurgling sound, it’s likely air has reached a spot in the pipes where it shouldn’t be. If the gurgling sound is absent and instead your toilets and sinks bubble when the washer runs, it’s likely misplaced air is again the culprit.

You may have come across this problem before. You want to put up curtains over your blinds that stick out but don’t know precisely how to go about it. We have the answers you are looking for! We will show you exactly how to hang curtains over blinds, even if the blinds stick out from the wall.

When people think of paint colors, the words “peanut butter” don’t usually register. However, it is a paint color. It’s kind of brown, but very light brown, with just a hint of orange. Many people liken it to a less pink version of terra cotta. It’s popular, but it can be hard to pair. So, what colors can you add to make your home look good?

Getting a good night’s rest is essential if you want to be as productive and healthy as possible. A significant determining factor in how you sleep is your bed, so choosing one that works for you is essential. Two popular bed terms are low profile beds and platform beds, but what is the difference between them?

Uba Tuba granite is so beautiful that you can find it in many luxury homes. Not only is the material durable and versatile, but it’s also easy to decorate. So, what paint colors go with Uba Tuba granite? And how can you pick the best pigments to match your existing decor?

If you’ve been to a holiday meal recently, you may have seen some Corelle dishes. These are sold throughout the world, and one recent study estimated that Corelle dishes can be found in more than 50 percent of American households these days.

There is nothing like a nice new coat of paint to get a room, piece of furniture or even your home’s exterior looking shiny and new. Painting your walls is a great way to reinvigorate them without having to start from scratch. But sometimes our best intentions end in disaster, like when a freshly painted wall starts peeling. But if you just completed this job recently, you are likely wondering why your fresh paint is peeling off the walls.

When it comes to decor, yellow can be one of the trickier colors to work with. Choosing just the right shade and intensity can make or break a room. Whether you’ve just bought a home with yellow walls, or want to hang on to that yellow chair you’ve had since college, we’ve got some tips and tricks for you!

Cutting boards are the most commonly used item in every kitchen. They come in all shapes and sizes. They are made out of every imaginable material, from plastic to glass, but the classic cutting material has always been wood.

Everyone loves the ability to luxuriate on a large, sprawling bed. That’s why both king beds and Cali king beds are so popular. If you’re in the market for a new bed, you probably already know that you want a bigger bed. The question, of course, is which bed size is more suited to your unique lifestyle. Each size has its own perks and pitfalls, so it may make sense to learn more about each bed size.

Scarf curtains gained a strong following thanks to the way they add a plush, yet dramatic touch to almost any home. While they have a breezy side to things, they are still famous for being tricky when it comes to hanging them up in the first place. So, how do you hang scarf curtains, and why are these curtains known for being so hard to hang? We got the scoop…

Styles come and go in a cyclical fashion. We are seeing more than a few trends, particularly from the 1980s, that are making a comeback into popularity. What was once not stylish becomes fashionable again seemingly all the time.

Let’s say that you noticed your shower acting wonky. It’s drippy, not running well…and it’s becoming a significant pain. The chances are that you’re going to have to replace the shower valve. If you have a two-handle shower valve, hiring a handyman to replace it might cost as much as $600.

In the last few years, the need for home offices has skyrocketed. More jobs have become remote, which can be great for the employee, but can also cause some interior design difficulties. If you have limited space or privacy in your home, the odds are you need to put your desk inside your bedroom. As you look around your bedroom you will inevitably wonder where exactly you should put your desk.

There is nothing quite like an afternoon nap in a hammock.  Ideally, your hammock is hanging between two trees.  While the hammock sways gently, you are enjoying the shade, a cool breeze, and the sounds of nature around you.  However, you may need to improvise and hang your hammock from the ceiling.

A sofa is typically the largest piece of furniture in your living room or sitting area. It makes sense to want it to look good since its size often makes it a central focal point in the room. It’s important to know how to mix and match pillows on a sofa so it looks intentional and beautiful. Otherwise, it can look messy or like an afterthought.

According to recent data, the average new home size in the US is 2,485 square feet (much larger than approximately 50 years ago). However, interestingly enough, over the past several years, the size of new homes has been shrinking. 

Is your vinyl plank flooring starting to look rough in some spots or are you just trying to dress up the room? You may be tempted to toss a rug down and be done with it.

Oak cabinets are a traditional and typical sight in homes. They are usually made of real wood, are long-lasting, and provide good functionality. However, when matched with their original hardware, which ranges from pure white plastic to a gleaming gold finish, these cabinets can appear obsolete.

Whether you’re short on cash or limited on space in your home, you may be wondering whether or not a changing table is entirely necessary. While it’s important to have a place to change your newborn when they arrive, it doesn’t have to be a changing table in the traditional sense. Not only do conventional changing tables take up a significant amount of floor space, some can cost you $250 or more, depending on the manufacturer and model. This is, of course, a significant investment that will quickly outgrow its practicality.

From schools to offices to even in the comfort of your own home, you can find desks pretty much anywhere. Of all the different types of furniture pieces out there, desks are among the most common. It is believed that desks have been in use since around the 14th century. Over the last several hundred years, many different types of desks have been invented to satisfy the distinct needs of desk users.

A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to drastically change your home’s interior. But just because it’s simple doesn’t mean you can dive right in without a plan. Proper prep work is vital to a professional-looking paint job and includes approaching things in the proper order. For example, do you paint walls or trim first?

Most pieces of furniture are manufactured to standardized measurements and knowing specific dimensions can make arranging the furniture in your home a much easier process. For example, once you know the dimensions of the various living room, dining room, or office chairs, you can begin designing the layout of your space and have a better idea how everything will fit.

Windows let necessary light in that can help a space feel not so grim. It is at the homeowner’s discretion to add curtains or not. Both have their good and bad points, but privacy always seems to outweigh everything else.

One of the most versatile and common window coverings out there are window blinds. Because they are so versatile, they can look quite good in just about any home as well as in-office settings. Even better, they allow for more precise control over the amount of light that enters the room at any time.

Red is one of my favorite colors. It is a color of war, passion, love, and boldness. It’s a bold color that often finds itself being used as a fringe color in interior design. If you made the bold choice of red walls, you need to choose a good curtain color. But, what goes well with red walls?

There is nothing more uncomfortable than getting ready to sit down and watch your favorite show after a long day’s work, only to look out the window and see some person standing there, making eye contact with you.

When you prepare to purchase a new home, an extra bedroom can be a real selling point. A guest room is an opportunity for you to truly show hospitality towards those you care about. You can give a hotel-quality experience in the comfort of your own home. But when you begin planning out your guest room, you may struggle to decide on what sized bed is perfect for your guest room.

Are you thinking of painting a tree on your wall? You’ll instantly add interest to the design of any room in your home. Best of all, this simple project can be completed in a weekend. No special skills are needed, so why not give it a try?

Whether you just bought your first home or you’re renting an apartment, it’s always fun to decorate. You can really make a place your own by the colors and style you use in each room. While you can always add a pop of color with the furniture in your living room, it’s still a safe bet to opt for a neutral option. 

Tan isn’t just a thing for the Jersey Shore crowd. It’s a popular neutral that adds a darker, almost brownish shade to beige. It’s bold, it’s fun, and it can be paired with almost any type of color. When you first get tan walls, you might be at a loss on what color curtains to buy. Thankfully, we did the digging work for you.

A stone fireplace is always a welcome addition to any home, but it can be a hassle to work with. This is especially true if you want to install a mantel over it for a stylish (or potentially utilitarian) twist. It might seem like getting a mantel on that uneven stone is impossible, but it’s not.

Anodized aluminum is highly common in today’s world, but what happens if you want to switch up the look a little bit? If you don’t want to restore your anodized aluminum again, you can always paint it. But how exactly do you paint it?

Redecorating a home can be so expensive and so time-consuming, it makes many people intimidated. Every single item needs to be carefully decided, and everything has to work together well. It can be extremely stressful making decisions that all revolve around a hundred other things.

Extreme weather is not fun to deal with, especially if you live in an area where it either gets too hot, too cold or possibly even where you experience both extremes! However, thermal curtains have been created just for these purposes so that you’re able to keep your home at the temperature that you like. But do they even work?

Countless parents considered crib bumpers an essential safety measure for their baby for the longest time. Unfortunately, we now know that crib bumpers can cause suffocation or injury, or even help a baby escape the crib. So, are there any safe alternatives to crib bumpers?

With dark wood floors, you can couple almost every color of the furniture, which includes different wood tones. However, there are several factors to consider, such as wall color and the ambiance you want to create in the space.

You may or may not be aware of the heavy price tag associated with vinyl plank flooring. It is because of this fact that most homeowners will want to go to extra lengths to ensure that the flooring is protected and can last as long as possible. You may find yourself asking, “Can you put heavy furniture on vinyl plank flooring?”

When it comes to the sights and smells of Christmas, nothing is more symbolic than a decorated Christmas tree that smells of fresh pine. The Christmas tree is the centerpiece of this winter holiday, and pine is the signature smell.