How to Buy a Lamp ShadeSquare or round? Short or tall? Opaque or translucent? There's a lot to consider when shopping for a lamp shade. Don't be left in the dark. Check our buying tips for advice on choosing the lamp shade that's right for your base and your room.
How to Paint a RoomBefore you put the brush to the wall, find out the proper way to paint a room.
Tile Your ShowerA tiled shower is the holy grail of bathrooms - clean, neat, and custom-made. But can you tile a shower yourself? Yes.
10 Tips for Buying Antique Furniture You don't have to be an expert to know if a piece of antique furniture is any good. Most problems can be detected by a layman in 30 minutes. Here are 10 tips for testing the quality of antique furniture.
How to Bring the Garden IndoorsWant to feel like you're living outside all year long? Using furniture, fabrics, accessories, and finishes, you can make any room feel al fresco--no matter what Mother Nature has in store.
Before You Remodel Your HomeThe dream of remodeling your home may turn into a nightmare, unless you plan ahead. Follow these steps to get your home improvement project on the right start.
Remodel Your BathroomFollow these bathroom remodeling steps to transform an ugly, barely functional bathroom into a thing of beauty!
Planning for a Bathroom RemodelThere are many things to think about when decorating or remodeling the bath. Read here to help make your list of things to plan for on this special project
10 Simple Tips for Arranging FurnitureAlthough interior designers spend years learning how to arrange furniture, here are 10 basic guidelines that any layman can master. Study them, and you’ll be arranging furniture like a pro.
Smart Solutions for Small SpacesWith housing prices soaring, energy costs increasing, and baby boomers facing empty nests, many people are moving to smaller spaces. To make a compact space live large, look for furnishings that serve several purposes. Here are some suggestions to get you started.
Wood Flooring 101Wood floors are some of the most beautiful and warmest floors you can have in your home. They're also a good investment. Homes with wood flooring have proven to have a higher resale value and sell faster than comparable homes without wood floors.