13 Desert Plants To Use When Landscaping
Whether you fancy turning your backyard into a desert-chic oasis, or you're just looking for desert landscaping options. Here are 13 plants to meet your needs.
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All The Pros And Cons Of Marble Countertops
Marble countertops are stunning, but they also have a few downsides. Considering marble for your kitchen? Here are a few things to know before you buy.
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How To Know Whether Something Is Modern Or Contemporary
Modern and contemporary styles, while different, are closely related. So how do we tell them apart? We're exploring how to tell the difference once and for all.
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10 Industrial Lighting Ideas You Can Buy Or DIY
To buy, or DIY, that is often the question. Whatever you decide we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of 10 industrial lighting ideas that you can buy or DIY.
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What Is Midcentury Modern Style: Key Characteristics
There’s no question that midcentury modern style is trending throughout the design world right now. The question is, what is midcentury modern style?
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What Is Minimalist Design?
For all the talk about the pared down trend, it feels prudent to offer an explanation of what defines minimalist design. Luckily, we’ve got a few basic principles that will explain the oh-so-dreamy trend, and make your next minimalist project a breeze.
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How To Jump-Start Your Spring Cleaning
Springtime is a season of renewal and change, both inside and outside your home. We know, you're probably thinking, "Ughh, deep cleaning my whole house seems impossible. I'll get to it later." But all you really need to jump-start your deep clean is the right approach.
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Roommate Guidelines That Will Make Living Together A Breeze
Sometimes living the good life in cities like LA, New York, and San Francisco can only be accomplished by having a roommate. Stick to the following roommate guidelines, and living together will be a breeze.
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How To Cut Down On Plastic Waste At Home
You are the most conscientious recycler you know, but what else can you do to stop plastic pollution. From reusable shopping bags to portable flatware sets, here are 12 simple and sustainable ways you can cut down on your plastic waste at home.
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12 Decor Trends From The '90s You Totally Forgot About
Ah, the good old 1990s. Dig out your Discman, pump some Jock Jams, and get in touch with your inner Cher from Clueless while you check out these 12 decor trends that you totally forgot about.
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8 Things You Can Do To Make Sure You Get Your Security Deposit Back
A security deposit is like a nice present you give yourself when the time comes to say farewell to your rented abode, and there are a number of things that you can do to make sure you get it back. Check out the the following eight tips and tricks.
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13 Pieces Of Furniture That Will Make Small Spaces Feel So Much Larger
There are so many solutions to making a small space work. We've put together a cheat sheet to get your shopping list going.
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8 Deck Design Ideas That Will Completely Transform An Outdoor Space
A peek at this collection of tantalizing deck designs might just inspire you to break ground on your own exterior revolution.
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5 Things You Can Change In A Rental And 5 Things You Shouldn't Touch
It can be argued that making your mark on a place is what makes a house a home, but for renters that can mean toeing a fine line. Check out these five things that you can change in a rental, and five things that you shouldn’t touch.
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How To Choose Paint Colors For Your Home
So, you’ve decided that it’s time for a new paint job. And to help you, we've put together a list of guidelines to ensure you choose the best paint colors for your abode's swanky new facelift.
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7 Different Types Of Pendant Lights To Consider
Avant-garde lighting designers develop new and exciting pendant styles every day. For now, we’ve gathered seven of the most popular types of pendants for you to choose from when considering lighting solutions for your home.
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6 Ways To Know If A Vintage Piece Is Worth It
Navigating the waters of vintage shopping can be a tricky business. So before you hit the shops, check out these six helpful tips to help you determine if a vintage piece is really worth it.
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6 Enviable Bathtub Surround Ideas
Bathroom renovations might be the most challenging of undertakings for the intrepid interior designer, but bathtub surrounds can help simplify the task in a big way. A staple of home improvement hacks, bathtub surrounds are conveniently sold in one to five-piece kits that often include a built-in shower head fixture.
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How To Choose The Right Type Of Pendant Lighting
Pendant lighting can be a powerful tool in your home decor arsenal — if you know how to choose the right fixture, that is. Take a gander at our six-step cheat sheet before you hit the stores.
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Everything You Need To Know About English Country Style
Overall English country-style strives for comfort. So we’ve put together a list of 11 essential ingredients to create a cozy and warm English country abode.
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Everything You Need To Know About French Country Style
If you daydream of living in cottage in the French countryside, then you're in for a treat. Nail the rustic chic look you crave with these 10 design elements!
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7 Tips For Decorating With White Stainless Steel Appliances
White stainless steel appliances can be a beautiful accompaniment to your elegant design. Here, seven tips to show you how to incorporate this white hot trend.
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12 Modern Table Lamps
These days a modern style table lamp is all the rage. So we’ve put together a group of 12 modern gems that are guaranteed to steal the show.
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8 Things To Know When Decorating A Small Space
Lots of homes have spaces that aren't big, but still have plenty to offer. So how do we decorate them? Your home’s small spaces don't have to go to waste, and you don't have to get a migraine from deciding how to decorate them, either. Whatever you have in mind — a reading nook, a [closet office](https://www.hunker.
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Everything You Need To Know About Victorian Style
The styles that emerged during the lifetime of England’s second-longest reigning monarch (the reign of Queen Elizabeth II surpassed Victoria’s in 2015) are present even today, with influences from the Victorian age still evident in art, architecture, design, and decor.
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What Is Modern Style?
We talk about it all the time, but what is modern style? Specifying the scope of today’s styles is a trickier beast than one might expect; technically speaking, "modern" means "now" (and "contemporary" means "current"
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What Is Cove Base Tile Used For?
Cove base tile is one of those terms used by industry pros and those in the know (which will soon include you) for a special type of curved tile that’s particularly handy for bathroom showers (or any place that sees a lot of water).
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