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The Kitchen Lighting 'Rule Of 3' Will Instantly Make Your Space Look Expensive – And Designers Swear By It For A Perfectly Layered Scheme
This simple but utterly effective approach ensures your kitchen lighting is ready for every need and occasion
By Molly Malsom Published
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I See Light as a Tangible Material, and By Paying Attention to It, I Can Shape and Elevate Every Corner of My Home
Light can be conceptualized as having tangible, spatial qualities. In this context, light is treated with care and thought, like a physical substance, to sculpt and define spaces
By Poonam Khanna Published
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This is the One Material Designers Are Choosing Over Marble in 2026
'Marble belongs to moments of pause; granite thrives in daily life. Marble invites admiration; granite invites life'
By Molly Malsom Published
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My Grandma Taught Me to Do This 1 Kid's Room Decluttering Trick in October that Meant Post-Christmas Clothes and Toy Storage was Always a Breeze – Now I'm Passing it On
I'm a professional organizer, and I use this trick from my grandma with clients every year
By Lana Lorena Published
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I Tried 3 Genius ‘High-Impact’ Fixes to Refresh then Protect my Rugs and Carpets from Muddy Winter Boots – I'm Using them Again into 2026
They're game-changers and saved me $$$ in cleaning bills
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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How We Test Mattress Toppers – Homes & Gardens' Expert Review Process Explained
Here's everything you need to know how we test mattress toppers for pressure relief, thermoregulation, motion isolation, and edge support
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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A Designer's Guide to Entertaining: 'An Interlude, Not a Spectacle. A Pause Worth Protecting' – Designer Bryan Graybill on the Lost Art of Afternoon Tea
The designer shares his tips on turning an afternoon break into a treasured ritual
By Anna Last Published
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This Soundbar Placement Mistake is Ruining Your Audio – Sound Pros Reveal the Simple Secret to Movie-Theater Quality at Home
Don't compromise on your soundbar's rich audio
By Dan Fauzi Published
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10 Easy Steps To Restore Order After Thanksgiving – Pros Reveal the Cleaning Checklist to Gently Reclaim Your Home and Banish Holiday Mess
Welcome, rather than loathe the holiday clean-up with these stress-relieving tips
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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It’ll be Like Halloween Never Happened – A Spookily Efficient, No-Effort Mess Hack Cleaners Swear by to Save Floors from Mud, Glitter, and Candy
Prevention is always better than the cure
By Chiana Dickson Published
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You Can Overwinter Mandevilla in These 2 Ways To Enjoy Their Vivid Tropical Blooms Year After Year
Either overwinter mandevilla as a houseplant or as a dormant plant
By Drew Swainston Published
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3 Ways to Use Feng Shui Lighting for Cozy Autumn Evenings – Invite Ambience and Positivity Indoors This November
Layer, accent, and illuminate
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 Things Pro Cleaners Recommend Cleaning with Steel Wool – Nothing Else Does the Job as Well
A tougher cleaning approach is perfect when used correctly
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Tried This Method of Rainwater Harvesting Without a Gutter and It Instantly Cut My Water Bill – Plus 2 Other Methods For Low Effort Water Collection
The majority of rainwater harvesting tools require a downspout, but these methods make it possible without needing to use your gutter
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Hitting This Button on Your Dryer Could Shave $$s Off Your Energy Bills This Winter
Effortlessly save between $30 and $50 a year
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 of the Best Cut-and-Come-Again Lettuce Varieties – All Recommended By Experienced Growers
These lettuces are perfect for growing in the ground or containers
By Drew Swainston Published
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You Don’t Need Plastic to Keep Fall Produce Fresh – These 5 Storage Tricks Will Keep Your Veggies Crisp and Flavorful
Reduce waste and keep food fresher for longer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Asked Chefs How they Organize Cookware for the Holidays – These are 4 Tricks and Storage Buys They can't Live Without
A few seasonal swaps can make a world of difference when hosting
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I've Just Found the Chicest $69 Smart Lock That Doesn't Scream Tech – It's Easy to Install and Renter-Friendly, Too
You'll never have to worry about forgetting your keys
By Dan Fauzi Published
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I Asked a Heating Expert for 1 Simple October Fix to Stop Pipes Freezing – He Swears by this $25 Buy to Save you $100s Through Winter
It's quick and easy to install, too
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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When and How to Transplant Lily of the Valley to Prevent Overcrowded and Underperforming Clumps
This aggressive perennial can be divided and transplanted, but do so with caution
By Drew Swainston Published
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My Case for Color – How to Overcome Your Fears and Use Paint with Designer Confidence
I love embracing bold color, and when you’re willing to follow my lead, you can transform your space with striking, memorable interior schemes
By Zoë Feldman Published
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The 7 Essential Fall Cleaning Jobs Everyone Forgets to do Before the Holidays (When it’s Too Late)
They can quickly make your home hell over the cold season
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The Fall Wardrobe Swap – 5 Pro Tips to Streamline and Tidy Your Closet for the Colder Months
Transition your wardrobe from warm to winter with ease
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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When is it Too Late to Dethatch Your Lawn? Turf Experts Reveal the Tell-Tale Signs That You've Missed the Window
It is not a case of better late than never
By Drew Swainston Published
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Houseplant Experts Warn Neglecting These 3 Fall Jobs Could Lead to the Demise of Your Indoor Plants – Luckily, They Take Minutes to do
Some small changes to your indoor garden can go a long way for fall houseplant care
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Homeowners Urged to Put Vinegar Down the Drain this October to Combat this Weather-Related Issue
Experts say it forms one prong of a vital maintenance routine
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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7 Tender Plants to Overwinter in October – Lift These Plants Before a Hard Frost to Guarantee Flowers Next Year
Don't let these popular plants succumb to winter cold
By Drew Swainston Published
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What did the most on-trend kitchens look like 10 years ago? You won't believe how much has changed in a decade
Join designers as they look back at kitchen designs of the time
By Molly Malsom Published
