Category: Tips

You know that pouring yourself a hot cup of tea, listening to your favorite low-key music, or taking a walk through the park can be therapeutic and calming for your heart, mind, and soul. But did you know that simply being surrounded by certain relaxing colors can potentially have a similar effect? This science isContinue reading 10 Most Relaxing Paint Color Ideas According to an Interior Designer →

For most people, vacuuming is one of those thankless, but necessary, household chores—one you rarely relish starting, but don’t regret when it’s all said and done. However, despite the high price of many vacuums—and the hours you spend dragging the thing around the house each week—you might not be making the most effective use ofContinue reading 8 Ways You’re Vacuuming All Wrong →

Get your house in tip-top shape with these organizing products. Even the cleanest and most organized houses can get overwhelmed by clutter every now and again. Whether it’s your kids’ toys, out-of-season clothing, or stacks of books and magazines, every home seems to have a few items laying around that are in need of aContinue reading The Best Storage Cubes for All Your Organizing Needs →

Though concrete floors may be associated with cold, industrial spaces (or at their worst, creepy warehouse storage units), they’re making a major comeback and designers are using them in ways that give them a whole new reputation. In fact, concrete floors can be surprisingly homey, inviting, and warm, all the while offering an edgy twangContinue reading 20 Edgy Design Trends That Make Everything Look Ten Times Cooler →

Fleas, spiders, termites, flies, centipedes, ants, bedbugs, cockroaches, these tenacious intruders won’t give up, so we humans have to fight for our living spaces. In the quest to keep their homes clean and bug-free, many people don’t want to expose their households to toxins or shell out lots of cash to debug. Fortunately, many homesContinue reading Natural Ways to Rid Your Home of Pests →

Tired of schlepping to the community pool? Love to entertain? A backyard pool may seem like it would be an ultra-convenient way to cool off and welcome friends during the summer. Think twice, though: Despite all their warm-weather appeal, pools have some serious downsides that may not be readily apparent when the temperature (and poolContinue reading Reasons Not to Have a Swimming Pool →

Nobody wants to stare at a blank wall all day long, which is why wall décor is such a crucial step in the decorating process. And once you start brainstorming, the rest is easy. From gallery walls to DIY pieces like framing your accessories and large-scale photography, we’ve got plenty of wall art ideas toContinue reading Stylish Wall Décor Ideas You Can Easily Recreate at Home →

Spring has sprung — and that means it’s time for spring cleaning. People around the world have been inspired by Marie Kondo to clean out their closets, shelves and bookcases, while others are ready to put in the elbow grease to make their home gleam again and be ready for guests after a harsh winter.Continue reading 15 Things You Never Thought to Clean — But Should →

It can cost a lot to keep our homes clean, including in terms of our health. A lot of the products that we use every day to create a welcoming living space are actually doing harm to our bodies. Read on to find out more!