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Amy BartlamforKate Lester French doors are a beautiful architectural addition to any home. A Classic Choice @madisonsubry/ Instagram Feeling like something classic? Long beige panels adorn the french doors in thistransitional styleliving room. Amy BartlamforKate Lester Soft tan curtains by Everhem play to the natural tones present in this living space. Elegant Accent Julian Design Billie Marie Tharaldson ofJulian Designoffers a pointer when it comes to curtain installation. Crisp White Not sure what curtain color to pick?...

BasicB / Getty Images A garden pondadds beauty, elegance, and lively interest to a yard. A garden pond’s water level is only as high as the lowest point of the perimeter. Any low points are spillover points. BasicB / Getty Images Retroactively building up low edges is difficult, so plan this in advance. Then, the underlayment and liner go on top of the dirt layer. A quality 45mil EPDM liner, 15 feet by 20 feet, costs between $325 and $375....

Isopropyl alcohol has long been a staple for disinfecting home medical or personal hygiene equipment like thermometers andtweezers. Warning Never mix alcohol and bleach. It creates chloroform, a toxic compound that emits harmful fumes. The Spruce / Ana Cadena 70% is best for household use. However, The disinfecting power of rubbing alcohol drops at concentrations higher than 80-85%. The alcohol breaks down the minerals in the water that left the telltale spots onchrome fixtures....

Here are the best herbs to start your indoor garden. Here are 16 herbs you’ve got the option to grow indoors all year long. As a bonus, this annual can have ornamental features, too. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Some types sport a deep purple foliage color and/or leaves that are ruffly. Grow basil in a large, deep pot. For the same reason, avoid overhead watering. The Spruce / Heidi Kolsky...

Not sure where to start? Here are some creative indoor garden ideas to provide some inspiration. It’s perfect for an area with plenty of light and makes a beautiful backdrop for a neutral space. coffeeinmyjungle see to it to keep them moist–humidity is key for their success. Moisture-Loving Bathroom Plants fesi_djojo Bathrooms are the perfect environment to host a moisture-loving plant collection. Plus, they can be a great additional stress reliever when you are relaxing in the tub....

Check out these 16 ideas to gain some inspiration for your own home. Blue Design byKozyKasa/Avery Nicole Photography This kitchens tile floor has darker gray colors with cooler undertones. But the designers didnt want to use the color everywhere. Kristen Elizabeth Design/Rikki Snyder Photography The light gray decor accents like thestorage vesselsand vase brings the whole room together. Light Gray-Blue Kristen Elizabeth Design/ Kat Alves Photography Looking for a classic feel with your cabinetry?...

Forget everything you remember about the black appliances of the 90sor the ones that still haunt your dated kitchen. Want more design inspiration? Martinez explains that black cabinets help the appliances disappear, quieting the look of the kitchen visually. Rima Martinez Design/Janis Nicolay Photography “This is especially good in small spaces,” adds Martinez. Bright Blue Kathryn Murphy Interiors Don’t be afraid of mixingbright colorswith black. Warm Walnut Warm walnut is a natural choice for black stainless steel appliances....

But if you love color just as much as you love neutrals, it is possible to have both. Red, teal, pink, and patterns help to add visual interest to the space. “When it comes to your pillows, be sure to mix it up. Arbor & Co. Think different textures such as velvet, linen, and of course, pattern.” Paint Built-Ins Interior Impressions Pops of color don’t have to be neon or bright....

Theres also something magical about the way their vines grow, reaching for the light. There are many low-light hanging plants that will do just fine away from a window. It can do well in nearly all light conditions and will even keep a slight variegation in low-light situations. Os Tartarouchos/ Getty Images In the wild, these plants even grow light weeds in dark places. They look beautiful hanging with their vines trailing below....

There are several low-light succulents that can grow without bright light. Can Succulents Grow in Low Light? That gel actually comes from the leaves of this plant. Oscar Wong / Getty Images The leaves can grow pretty thick, can be broken off, and the gel used to treat burns. Some say they resemble a donkeys tail, its other common name. If you use too much water, the plant may go into shock....

What makes butcher block different from other types of wood slabs is the material’s construction. When combined with the white walls they seemingly disappear, which makes the kitchen appear bright and uncluttered. A deft blue kitchen range and matching over hood by Lacanche completes the space. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Addingopen shelvingto the mix instead of upper cabinetry stretched her dollars even further. Maureen, the DIY’er behind thishomey kitchenfeatured on her blog calledRed Cottage Chronicles, proves you wrong....

Here are 16 mushroom paint colors to try in your home. It can be seen on the trim and ceiling paneling of this living room byK Kong Designs. It pairs well with other warm neutrals, as well as earthy colors like green and warm blues. Julia Adele Design This light to medium-toned mushroom color has green-gray undertones which gives it a cool, earthy feel. It pairs well with a variety of different colors including crisp whites and otherearthy tones....

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. In my opinion, bathroom faucets are a small detail with statement-making potential. The Spruce Now, I’m sharing my research with you now to help you choose bathroom faucets. I went with the classicDelta Sparrow Champagne Bronze Faucetin our primary bathroom. Thankfully, there are plenty of affordable faucets on offer to upgrade your space. Home Depot...