Here's an informative article on clearing out old household items by Jessica Bennett for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Not everything is meant to last forever, and throwing away or recycling past-their-prime items will help declutter your home. Free up storage space for the things you actually use by checking the expiration date on these household items and ditching as needed.


Dish Sponges




When to toss: After 1 month

Why toss it: Between washing dishes, scrubbing sinks, and wiping down countertops, sponges can come in contact with a lot of bacteria. To avoid spreading germs around your kitchen, it's important to replace your sponge about once a month. In between changes, be sure to clean your kitchen sponges

Here's an interesting article on rattan furniture by Kristina McGuirk for Better Homes & Gardens.

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From subtle accents to show-stopping furnishings, rattan has charmed its way into every room of the home, celebrating centuries of craftsmanship and design.

Rattan is a vine-like palm that is part of an ancient heritage of woven objects. You've probably associated it with wicker, which refers to furniture made of woven materials, such as rattan. These pieces make durable picks for patios and other outdoor spaces, but rattan furniture is now taking on a starring role in interiors, too.


The modern history of rattan furniture dates back to the colonization of Southeast Asia, where rattan furniture was first made. The British brought

Here's a good article on kitchen trends for 2020 by Jennifer Ebert for Homes And Gardens.

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From cool colours to cabinetry, these latest kitchen designs are all ahead of the curve.

We talked to the trend experts to find out what kitchen trends will be big in 2020.

With cool new kitchen brands popping up and lots of innovative design ideas on display in kitchen showrooms across the country, there are plenty of on-trend looks and state-of-the-art appliances to pick from.


1. STONE AGE
It’s the time of strongly veined marble, the busier the better for unmissable luxury and next-level style. If there’s one thing that’s storming the style charts and shaking up interiors, it’s the return of marble.
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Here's an informative article by Jessica Bennett on paint color trends for Better Homes & Gardens.

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These saturated, nature-inspired colors will dominate in the upcoming year.




Color has the power to completely transform the feel of a space. The right palette can energize a lackluster room or convey a sense of calm in a busy home. And for those of us who have spent the past several months at home, a fresh start might be just what you need. If you're looking to hit refresh with a new splash of color, take your cues from the color experts at Sherwin-Williams, who just released their 2021 paint color predictions.




The paint company selected 40 trendy colors, broken

Here's a helpful article on preparation for painting furniture by Jamie Lott and Jessica Bennett for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Refreshing furniture can be a quick, DIY-friendly process that gives new life to an old piece. With just a few hours of work, you can easily transform secondhand scores or hand-me-down furniture to fit your style and needs. The process typically involves adding a fresh coat of paint or stain for new color, texture, or shine. Although painting furniture might seem straightforward, there are a few critical things to know beforehand to ensure the color goes on smoothly and adheres properly. Use these tips for painting furniture to create a long-lasting, beautiful finish.


1. Select a Furniture Piece

Here's a good article on kitchen decorating ideas for fall by Alicia Chilton for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Pumpkin pie shouldn’t be the only sign of fall in your kitchen. Go all out for autumn and infuse your kitchen with seasonal elements, including harvest centerpieces, fall farmhouse decorations, DIY accents, and more.




The cozy scents of apple desserts and warm spiced drinks signal fall in your home's kitchen. But you can celebrate the season in this hard-working room with festive fall decor, too. First, assess your space and how you use it; you’ll want to keep functionality top of mind. Then focus on decorating low-traffic areas outside your primary work zone. You don’t want

Here's a good article on indoor plants by Nancy Mitchell for Apartment Therapy.

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When it comes to making a bold statement, not much can beat an indoor tree. While we’ll always love our small houseplants, mini herb gardens, and adorably tiny succulents, there’s something so unique and out of the ordinary about having a tree under your roof. Plants are figuratively and literally the breath of fresh air we need in our homes after a long day, and they happen to look really chic while doing it.





Whether it’s in the form of painted terracotta planters or a trendy vertical garden, adding houseplants to your apartment or home has its benefits, too. Not only do they look amazing, but

Here's an informative articles on home renovation missteps by Erin Johnson for Apartment Therapy.

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Licensed contractors make projects run smoothly. They’ve seen some disastrous DIY projects gone wrong and have swooped in to save the day. But sometimes things don’t go quite as smoothly in their own homes, or on projects they expected to be straightforward. Here, seven hard-learned lessons from contractors that you can put to use in your own projects.




Make a budget beforehand





“We seem to do this for everyone else’s renovations but have had many times when we did not plan our budget accordingly for our personal renovation, and we ended up spending way more than we anticipated,” says Yvonne Johnson of design and renovation team, Reclaimed Karma

Here's an informative article on organizing by Christie Galeano-DeMott for Better Homes & Gardens.

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A professional organizer offers advice on how to tidy up your home without feeling overwhelmed.


The thought of getting (and staying) organized spurs a variety of reactions in different people. Some consider it a quick but necessary chore, while others see it as an insurmountable obstacle. However, organization isn't just a way to get your physical belongings in order. It can also help build confidence, add fulfillment to your life, and foster a positive mindset (something many of us need these days more than ever).




When everything in your home has a place, it's easier to solve everyday problems, even if

Here's a good article on black appliance trends by Jessica Bennett for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Matte black is having a moment. Featured on exterior paint colors, living room decor, cabinet hardware, and more, this edgy color trend is practically everywhere within homes. And now, kitchen appliances are embracing the dark side, too.




"We took cues from trends in interiors and tech, specifically the 'softening' of technology, which helps it to seamlessly integrate with your style," says Maggie Bellinger, senior industrial designer at GE Appliances, whose suite of Cafe appliances feature the shade. "The matte black finish fills a key void in color options for kitchen appliances."





Black kitchen appliances hit the market years ago, but the