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Natural wood cabinets can give your kitchen or bathroom a gorgeous and sophisticated look. However, keeping them clean often poses a challenge. Luckily, once you know a few of the most important tips and tricks, it's easy to keep your cabinets looking like new for decades. Take a look at this step-by-step guide to cleaning and protecting your wood cabinets: 1. Choose the Right Cleaner The cleaner...

If you love to read, you know there's something special about holding a physical book or magazine in your hands rather than reading them on your phone or e-reader. However, it's also easy for your beloved collection to start making your home look and feel cluttered. With a bit of creativity, you can turn your books and magazines into an artful display that actually adds to your home's decor...

Classic blue, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020, is a timeless color that is both calming and assuring. Since it mirrors the color of the sky, classic blue merges well with other natural colors, making it perfect for decorating your outdoor spaces. Tips for Decorating Your Outdoor Space with Classic Blue Furniture A great way to incorporate classic blue into your outdoor spaces is through...

Even if you're typically very organized, the pantry is one of those spaces that can easily turn into a chaotic mess. However, a few simple hacks will make it incredibly easy to organize your pantry, so you never have to waste your time digging through it again. Here are six of our favorites: 1. Take the Time to Purge If you're like most people, you have at least a few things in your pantry that...

If your home is lacking a natural entryway, you can easily create the look of one with a few easy design hacks. Here are some creative ideas to get you started: 1. Start with Furniture Placement One of the easiest ways to create the illusion of an entryway is to change your furniture placement. Use the back of your sofa to create the feeling of a "wall" that divides the entrance from the living...

The kitchen is the heart of any home. Other than cooking that goes on in the kitchen, it is also an ideal space for entertaining guests and bonding with your loved ones. But you can also turn your kitchen into a highly functional home office without interfering with its other functions. The most important elements to consider when creating a kitchen office are storage and accessibility. Below are...

When renovating your home, the most important factor is your budget. Staying on-budget during any remodel project is imperative to ensure you can afford the materials, labor and other costs. Below are tips to help you stay within your budget and successfully complete your remodeling projects. Make a Plan and Stick to It The first step to any remodeling project is planning and setting a budget....

Kitchen cabinets can make or break the look of your space. If your cabinets are outdated, now is a great time to make a change. Before you do, however, you'll want to make sure you're up-to-date on all the latest cabinet design trends. While some classics, like flat-front and shaker styles, continue to dominate, there are also many new and exciting options to consider. Here's what you need to...

While the island is certainly one of the most functional parts of a kitchen, when it comes to decor, there's no reason you can't treat it just like a piece of furniture. Give your kitchen some unique personality by customizing the materials you use, the color of the island and other small details. Painting your island in a bright, bold color or something more soft and subtle turns it into a...