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5 Reasons to Paint Your Walls Gray

When it comes to painting your space, there are myriad options: bright and sunny yellow, the classic eggshell white, a soothing blue or a fresh green. But one color you shouldn't overlook when painting is gray. Below are five reasons why.It matches. Gr...

Maintaining the Beauty of Your Natural Stone Fireplace

In your home or in your vacation cabin, a handsome stone hearth is often the gatheringplace for comfy family evenings. But accumulations of dirt, soot and ash can make yourfireplace less efficient and ruin the lovely patina of natural stone.You can hel...

5 Laundry Tips to Save on Energy Costs

Laundry machines use a lot of energy.To save on power costs, consider the following when doing laundry: Use cold water to cut a load's energy use by more than half. Cold-water detergents can help ensure clothes get clean. Your washer will use about the...

Dual Purpose Plants: Cleansing and Decorating

A good-looking houseplant adds pizzazz to your home. It can also be the next best thing to a live-in housekeeper, says John VanZile, author of Houseplants for A Healthy Home, out in May.That's because a number of houseplants contain properties that hel...

Transforming Your Bath Into a Spa

A long soak in a bubble-filled tub can feel like heaven after a hard day at work-and soaking in a bath that feels like a spa can elevate that happy relaxation. Here's how you can elevate your home's bath experience:Add some greenery. Place a pot of min...

Maintaining Your Kitchen Appliances

Being a homeowner can be costly, but some expenses can be trimmed with regular maintenance. Since so many appliances run in the kitchen, it's one of the best places to start.Here are some of the best ways to keep your kitchen appliances running well so...

The Right Way to Store Food in Your Fridge

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How to Make Sharing a Bathroom Less Stressful

When couples move in together, conflicts and disagreements frequently arise around the issue of sharing a bathroom. Spouses and partners need to search for space to store their toiletries, makeup, razors and other hygiene items. If each person has a si...

4 Stunning Flowering Houseplants

Are you the type of person who likes to take their flower garden indoors? Indoor plants do more than simply add color to your space; they can also improve the mood of those who live with them. If you're looking for a blooming plant, consider one of the...

Tile Ideas for Your Next Bathroom Remodel

If your bathrooms are feeling a little dated or worse for wear, here are some tile ideas to give them an elevated look.Herringbone Marble TileIf you're not the type who buys into trends, you can rest assured that this classic herringbone pattern will l...