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Why the Marie Kondo Method Doesn’t Work for Everyone — And What to Try Instead
We love us some Marie Kondo, but honestly, who among us has the energy to follow her instructions to the letter? Pulling out every single item in our home and deciding if it “sparks joy?” Cleaning out our handbags every single night? Implementing a storage system for our vegetables? Emptying all our toiletries into label-less…
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Don’t Sleep On These Cyber Week Bedding Deals
The week after Thanksgiving is a great time to score bargains on everything from shiny new appliances and vacuum cleaners to luxurious skincare products and cute new shoes. But at the end of the day, what might make you happiest is crawling into a warm, cozy bed made up with brand new sheets, blankets, and…
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This Is How Often You Should Be Cleaning Your Shower Curtain Liner
If you’ve ever cringed while looking at your shower curtain liner, you’re not alone. It’s easy to let this part of the bathroom become an afterthought. But it’s also very important that you don’t let this happen. After all, mildew buildup is a very real possibility if you don’t. And who wants a shower surrounded…
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10 Areas of Your Home You Probably Aren’t Cleaning Often Enough
Do you follow the same auto-pilot routine when you clean your home: Vacuum, mop, dishes, laundry, and some dusting now and then? There are many places in the home that we wouldn’t even think of when cleaning the house but are just as important as your standard household jobs. Here, we uncover some of the…
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Showstopping Shower Designs That Will Make You Say ‘Wow’
Showers, while often one of the biggest selling features of a home, can be so boring and bland. But showers don’t always have to be conventional and clinical. Instead, a shower design should remain functional, yet act as a place to retreat, indulge, and relax. Regardless of whether your bathroom is big or small, showers…
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7 Best Duvet Covers To Keep You Cozy All Winter Long
Cooler weather is on the way, and that means it’s the perfect time to treat yourself to new, luxurious bedding that will make long nights under the covers feel cozier than ever. New sheets are nice, but switching out your old comforter cover with one of the best duvet covers you can afford is an…
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How to Grow a Plant From a Cutting
Transforming your garden or indoor plant collection is the best way to kick-start the new spring season, and now is the time to do it. Before splashing out all the dollars on brand new garden plants, consider taking cuttings from your favorite, easy-to-grow plants so that you can cultivate new ones — all at home…
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6 Ways to Reduce Noise in Your Home
A peaceful home is a happy home. While we spend a lot of time contemplating the right furniture buys and color schemes in a bid to create a calming and welcoming place to live, we often overlook one crucial element: soundproofing. Noisy next-door neighbors, annoying appliances, and echo-inducing floorboards can very quickly ruin a home’s…
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Why It’s So Important to Take Photos of Your Stove Before You Go on Vacation
Prepping for a getaway requires careful planning — and it includes more than just a list of what to pack in your suitcase. Before you can officially step out the door and enter into vacation mode, there’s an array of household chores you need to first check off: empty the garbage bins, turn off the…
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10 Brilliant Uses For Car Wax to Shine Stainless Steel, Change Lightbulbs, and Repel Dust
We might keep a tub of car wax in our garage to give it a shine when needed, but it’s great to use around the house. Here are 10 brilliant uses for car wax that will give everything from stainless steel to patio furniture a new life! 1. Prolong the Life Of Patio Furniture The…