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Before & After Bathroom: Reinventing an 1887 Queen Anne Ensuite

A classic Queen Anne primary bathroom suite retreat gets a remodel fit for royalty.
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Before & After Kitchen: Relocating the Dining Room Wall

This kitchen remodel grabs a few feet from the adjacent dining room to yield major layout improvements.
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7 Ideas for Color-Blocking Walls with Paint

Get inspiration and instruction for this easy yet impressive paint technique to add interest to your interiors.
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Understanding the Types of Soil in Your Garden

If you want your plants to prosper, start by getting to know your native soil. Then follow our tips for making it as fertile as can be.
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Before and After: Building a Functional Kitchen Island

A center island and more open passageways enhance the function and flow of this homeowner's kitchen and its adjacent spaces.
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Is Your House Making You Sick?

Is your house making you sick? Learn how to put a stop to illnesses caused by materials or chemicals in your home.
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Before and After: Kitchen Island Design Ideas

No, we’re not suggesting less time at the stove. We’re highlighting smart layout fixes for circulation problems. A key strategy: the right island design.

Designing Vintage-Inspired Bathrooms

We know you know: Old house often equals small baths. Up ahead, how three such snug spaces got improved function and flair, by giving one or two elements a starring role.
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Creating Moods with Paint Colors

Here’s how designers think about choosing and using the right shade of paint to achieve the perfect look (or mood).
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The Best Methods for Cleaning Throw Pillows

Throw pillows are accent pieces that get quite a lot of use—and you may not be cleaning them as often as you should. Here’s how to wash and spot-treat these décor staples, so they are as good as new.

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