Britt Design Studio Kitchens are a hot spot for clutter. Still, organizing your kitchen doesnt have to be the feat of a task you might imagine it is. With a few simple hacks, the space can go from cluttered to clean in no time. Britt Design Studio “Optimize your storage using stackable containers or shelf risers to maximize vertical space in cabinets and drawers.” Want more cleaning and organizing tips?...
The Spruce / Georgia Lloyd If youuse a clothes dryer, you have dryer lint. verify the storage bag or container is sealed to keep the lint fresh and soft. When you have gathered enough lint, it’s time to figure out how to use it. The Spruce / Georgia Lloyd Want more cleaning and organizing tips? So, why not use it to start a fire when you want one? The lint will light quickly and get your kindling off to a good start....
but there are a few sound insulation products that will mitigate the problem. Adding a thin layer of insulating material will never make the sound disappear. Underlayment is placed on top of the subfloor before installation of the flooring. Don Nichols / Getty Images Closed-cell foam underlayment is easily obtainable at all home centers and comes under many different brand names. SimpleSolutions Soundbloc is one brand offering. At 2 mm thick, this is the thinnestfoam underlaymentyou can purchase....
A true neutral gray looks great with pretty much any color. What if I can’t identify undertones? For example, a cool-toned gray couch paired with blue and green pillows would be an analogous color scheme. Britt Design Studio For lighter gray sofas, a black one will have a similar effect. Opt for Muted Colors House 9 Interiors To mute vivid colors, you add gray. So, it’s no wonder that subdued hues tend to pair well with gray sofas....
Below, they share eight of their top tips. Want more design inspiration? Of course, think outside the box a bit. Louis Duncan-He Designs Gershenzon encourages thinking beyond a basic tile and explore other ideas. Keep in mind that there are plenty of peel-and-stick backsplash options that can majorly elevate your kitchen, too. Doing so “drasticallyups the appeal of your existing cabinetry,” Gershenzon says. Mary Patton Design Many people will usecontact paperto cover their existing countertops and remove it upon ending their lease....
Emily Henderson Design/ Photo by Kaitlin Green Modernizing dated oak cabinets doesn’t require replacing them. Check out these affordable ways to modernize your oak kitchen cabinetry for inspiration. Want more home reno project tips and inspiration? Emily Henderson Design/ Photo by Kaitlin Green Repaint or Restain Them Becca Interiors Use paint or stain to give oak cabinets a new look. Whether youpaint kitchen cabinetsor give them a new stain, the texture of the wood will still shine through....
The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Denture tablets are an excellent home cleaning aid. By design, denture tablets clean porcelain and acrylic resin dentures. Anall-purpose household cleaneris often more cost-efficient. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Here’s how to use denture tablets for cleaning around the house. Clean Flower Vases Glass vases often look cloudy after holding a bouquet. Use a tablet to remove the residue. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Remove Plastic Container Stains Tomatoes and other foods containing tannins can leavestains on plastic food storage containers....
The Spruce / Danielle Yersin Every gardener knows that when the weather warms, it’sweed-killing season. Weeds can harm your garden and lawn and steal nutrients your precious plants need. On top of that,they take away from the outdoor aestheticyou’ve worked hard to create. The Spruce / Danielle Yersin Curious to see if yours made the list? Meet the Expert Sam Neimannis a landscape design architect atGrown By Designin San Diego, California....
The Spruce / Michelle Becker Although keeping your toilet bowl clean is necessary, it’s not always fun. These 8 weird and wacky-yet-effective fixes for cleaning toilet bowls really work. Scrub with atoilet brush, then flush. The Spruce / Michelle Becker If this isn’t effective, it may be time for Tip #2. Gently scrub the stain until it’s gone, and then flush the toilet to rinse. White Vinegar Toilet Bowl Bath Most people reach for bleach andtoilet brushto obliterate toilet germs and stains....
We spoke with interior designers to find out what window treatment trends will be everywhere in 2025. They chime in with their eight picks below. Want more design inspiration? Two Hands Interiors/ Photo byMichael Alan Kaskel As shown here, this is an excellent opportunity to place a patterned design over a sheer. However, even those who aren’t on the go can appreciate this technological development. Simonds explains how they don’t have to over-the-top adorned and can lean into something simpler if needed....
Their styles range from pared-back elegance tocolorful maximalism, and everything in between. Persad was an attorney for many years before moving to LA and becoming a fashion stylist. Want more design inspiration? Bespoke Only Hodges is a self-taught interior designer with an intuitive feel for design that she honed and developed with experience. Hodges designs strike the perfect balance between modern and traditional while never compromising on comfort and accessibility....
Mindy Gayer The right front yard can give your home beautiful curb appeal. It doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here’s an abundance of front yard landscaping ideas to get you started. Mindy Gayer Want more gardening tips? This house has a well-defined area below the front steps with a stone patio and pavers. One easy way to have landscaping that lasts through four seasons is simply to plant evergreen shrubs....
Read more about ourDiversity and Inclusion Pledgeto make The Spruce a site where all feel welcome. When it’s time to sleep, thick pink drapes block light and add color. Matching side tables, lamps, and linens provide symmetry. The Spruce / Marty Baldwin Black-and-white palm tree wallpaper on the wall across from the bed helps tocamouflage the wall-mounted TV. A carved wood Moroccan-styleroom dividercreates privacy in front of the floor-to-ceiling window and diffuses natural light....
