Jessica Bennett on how to decorate with the top color trend of 2022 for Better Homes & Gardens.

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This vibrant jewel tone is expected to explode in popularity. Use these emerald green decorating ideas to refresh your home with this year's must-have color.

It's no secret that green is having a moment right now. The hue dominated the list of top color picks from major paint companies, and nearly any interior designer you talk to will call out the color as one of the top trends for the coming year. But while muted shades like sage reigned supreme in 2021, this color trend will take a brighter, bolder turn for 2022.

Emerald green is the vibrant, saturated variation

Stacey Leasca for Real Simple on tips for growing an indoor herb garden.

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Avoid these common indoor gardening mistakes if you want your herb garden to flourish.

Short on outdoor space but desperate to flex your green thumb? A windowsill herb garden is the easiest way to step up your indoor plant game, plus it's a genius way to quickly reap all of the edible rewards your plants has to offer. But as low maintenance as an indoor herb garden may seem, there's a right and a wrong way to go about caring for fresh greens. Help your herb garden flourish by avoiding these seven common indoor planting mistakes the next time you put down roots.
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The staff at Bath Wraps on determining whether or not you should replace an older bathtub.

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If you believe in the mystical powers of soaking in a bath after a long day, then you also understand the importance of owning a quality bathtub. Imagine trying to relax in a tub that’s stained, rusty, or lacking the tech that you need to slip into pure bliss. Not very fun, right? These are all sure signs that it’s time to upgrade your bathtub. But do you really need to replace it or can you get away with reglazing it? We have your answers in this article.
When to Reglaze
Reglazing a bathtub is a short-term upgrade,

Kristina McGuirk for Better Homes & Gardens on bathroom trends for 2022.

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Feel good investing in these practical updates to create a smarter, more stylish bathroom.

We're still finding ourselves spending a lot of time at home, and with that comes more focus on how our spaces look and function. In 2022, homeowners will be addressing outdated bathroom design with harder-working fixtures and stylish accents that provide a comfortable, practical refresh.
1. Updated Sinks and Touchless Faucets
According to the Houzz 2021 bath trends report, faucets are the most popular bath upgrade, and their counterpart, sinks, are seeing more switch-outs since the year before. "There has been an increased focus on the importance of washing hands over

Emily Van Schmus for Better Homes & Gardens on the traditional reason to leave your Christmas tree up until January 6th.

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If you've been looking for a reason to keep your Christmas decorations up a bit longer, this is it.

When it comes to holiday decorations, there are two kinds of people: Those who take down their Christmas trees on December 26, and those who aren’t quite ready for the season to be over. And while taking down the tree is usually less fun than putting it up, there’s actually another good reason many people wait to do it. So, if you’ve been looking for an excuse to keep listening to Christmas music and admiring your festive

Yolanda Wikiel  for Real Simple on how to throw an ‘easy’ New Year’s party.

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Invite a few close friends to ring in the New Year with an easy, intimate party at home.

PLAN GAMES

Make light of New Year’s resolutions by turning them into a guessing game. Give partygoers cards (download the New Year Playing Cards) and have guests finish the sentences with hopeful wishes―or tongue-in-cheek witticisms. Gather the cards, read them aloud randomly, then let the gang try to figure out who wrote what.
Print cards with these fill-in-the-blanks: “The bad habit I want to kick this year is ―――.” “The good deed I want to do this year is ―――.” “The person

Hiranmayi Srinivasan for Better Homes & Gardens on home improvements that can be tax-deductible.

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You might be able to write off some of the home improvements you made this year. Here is what experts have to say on how to qualify.

Tax season is fast approaching, and if you made some improvements to your home this year, there's some good news: You might be able to get a tax deduction on some of your upgrades. Generally, you can't write off most home improvements. However, there are some projects that are exceptions, so be sure to do your research or speak to your tax advisor on whether your remodel is deductible.

"The improvement cost must be

Katie Holdefehr for Real Simple on paint color predictions for 2022.

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As we get ready for the new year, everyone in the design world's sights are set on the trends that will take over in the months ahead—especially the colors we'll soon be seeing everywhere. The predictions are now in. Major paint companies, including Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, and Valspar, as well as the ultimate authority, Pantone, have unveiled their choices for Color of the Year 2022. You may notice one major trend among the selected hues—yes, shades of sage green are a favorite—as well as some unexpected picks. No matter if you're looking for a neutral hue for your living room or

Nicole Bradley on removing spiders from your home for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Get rid of spiders without the use of chemicals! Try these natural spider repellent ideas today.

While few spiders pose harm in the home, they can be a nuisance to control. There's no need to turn to toxic pesticides when trying to get rid of spiders—some solutions can be found right in your kitchen or pantry. Keep arachnids out of your space with these all-natural spider combat solutions.
Peppermint Oil
Spiders HATE the smell of peppermint, so this solution is guaranteed to keep them away. Fill a spray bottle with water and 10-15 drops of peppermint essential oil and spray in places

Kevin Farrugia for Kitchen Infinity on why yellow leaves appear on houseplants.

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It's very frustrating when your favorite houseplant starts to show signs of stress, isn't it?

Those yellowing leaves could mean that the plant is getting too much or not enough water. It might also be a sign that the light in the room isn't right for this type of plant. Maybe you're using tap water with chemicals in it or it could also mean that you've been fertilizing your plants every other week, which might be too little.

No matter what the cause is, understanding why your particular houseplant is showing these symptoms will help you find solutions more quickly and easily.
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