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Creating a bedroom with a vanity area is a smart move and doesn’t always require as much space as you think. Your dressing room space and walk-in closet ideas can start small, as clever cabinetry – whether commissioned or bought off the peg – will maximize bedroom storage space for a smart and streamlined look. Bedroom vanity ideas When choosing a bedroom vanity, think about the practicalities – how your vanity will work day to day – as well as its aesthetics....

The beauty of beige is that it is a versatile, neutral color so it can be used for any room and, depending on the tone you use and what colors you pair it with, it can work seamlessly with all sorts of interior looks. If you’re thinking of decorating with beige then you’re in the right place, as we’ve rounded up an array of beige room ideas to help get you inspired along with tips from the experts on using the shade....

However, if you’re looking to invest in the hottest housing market, real estate platform Zillow has predicted Tampa as one of the best places to buy in the US for 2022. 2021 saw houses selling at a record-breaking pace and often price. Zillow predicts that next year could see another strong year for the housing market, forecasting 14.3 percent national home value growth through November 2022. However, Tampa is expected to soar past this with home values growing 24....

One of the best winter house plants, ‘there are many different colors and types meaning there is a poinsettia for every person and every situation,’ says Gail Pabst from the National Garden Bureau (opens in new tab). From pure white and pastel pinks to vibrant yellows and speckled designs, poinsettias are a favorite winter bloom and there are even some varieties that will flower into the spring. To get the best out of them, good poinsettia care is key....

Buying is always best done with the heart and if you want to do well in terms of investment you also need to be happy to take a risk, recommends designer Ebba Thott, co-founder of Sigmar London (opens in new tab) which is based in London’s King’s Road. ‘I would always recommend buying from someone you trust as you are also getting the advantage of the knowledge of the person you are buying from....

How you clean an air fryer really depends on the model. Given that our air fryers get a lot of use, it’s important to make sure you’re cleaning it in line with the brand’s instructions. So, can you put an air fryer basket in the dishwasher or is it an absolute no-go? Technically you can with most models, including Ninja, but here’s why hand washing is better. Can you put an air fryer basket in the dishwasher?...

‘Vinegar is made from acetic acid,’ says Lucy Searle, Global Editor in Chief for Homes & Gardens. ‘So this makes it a natural disinfectant for so many germs including salmonella and E Coli. It can be great for some kitchen surfaces and appliances, as well as in the bathroom. It’s a brilliant product to have in the store cupboard and avoids using store-bought abrasive cleaners. A word of warning, though – undiluted vinegar can damage natural stone and wood, so always check – or dilute really well – before using vinegar for cleaning....

Porch ideas tend to be on the smaller size for cottages, but that doesn’t mean they can’t have impact. ‘These little outdoor rooms – usually off the front, back or side of the house – can be so many things: a stately extension of the front hall, a depository of rocking chairs, or a shady room for naps,’ says interior designer Miles Redd, from New York City-based Redd Kaihoi (opens in new tab) ....

Or, perhaps you are improving your existing deck and looking for deck ideas? Its original shade may have deteriorated over time and a deck color revamp may be due. Simply staining or painting your deck a new color might be all you need to transform your outdoor space. ‘You can match a deck to a warm, rich hard and soft landscaping palette, or tone a silvered deck with a planting scheme,’ says Catherine MacDonald, Principal Landscape designer at Landform Consultants (opens in new tab)....

Interior transformations don’t always have to be grand affairs. Instead, they can be slowly curated through small updates that don’t break the bank but leave your home feeling lusher. Here, some of our favorite interior designers offer their home decor ideas, advice and expertise for decorating your home on a budget. Interior design on a budget Whilst it is essential to set an interior design budget and stick to it, it is also important to design a home you will love....

Victoria says that her approach to design molds to suit her clients, the architecture of the property in question and, of course, the site, though her personal aesthetic – layered, packed with pattern and rich color and beautifully layered – is a thread that runs through her projects. It also channels a childhood in the bohemian surf town of Santa Cruz and an architectural education in Copenhagen. Victoria calls herself a Midwesterner at heart, and it’s where she’s chosen to base her award-winning studio....

The Shark Stratos line includes a number of models such as the Shark Stratos upright vacuum and the Shark Stratos Cordless with Clean Sense IQ. We have recently finished testing the upright model, and our review of the Stratos Cordless is in progress. However, we have enough hands-on experience to compare our thoughts on both vacuums. Shark and Dyson deals Dyson V15 Detect vs Shark Stratos: what’s the difference? Auto-adjust Maximum power: 230 AW Dust capacity: ....

These bathroom ideas (opens in new tab) for ensuites help create a sanctuary in your home where you can steal a few calm, precious moments away to yourself. With an ensuite bathroom, used by adults only, you can afford to be more adventurous with the decor. As well as being more relaxed about the robustness of surfaces, you can splash out on the fixtures and fittings to help create the dream bathroom you’ve always wanted....

All hallway ideas need to be able to keep up with the most high traffic area of the house, yet also give a good first impression to your guests. Flooring is always where wear and tear is most obvious in busy parts of the home, and it’s worth investing in some great entryway tiles to help keep this vital area functioning, while being hardwearing and stylish to make your entryway more inviting....

A ban on gas stoves would drastically change the kitchens of the nation, given that 38%* of US homes have one. Maybe you’re planning a kitchen remodel and want to future-proof your home, or perhaps you just want to know what the best stove alternative would be for your lifestyle? Here, kitchen experts have shared the best alternatives to your gas stove – and their pros and cons. What are the alternatives to gas stoves?...

You might also be wondering if there are different rules if you or someone in your home suffers from asthma and allergies, and when you’re sick. Concerns about energy use come into the picture, too, as more laundering means bills are inevitably going to be higher. Great laundry room ideas make sheet washing an easy and efficient task but, to determine the ideal frequency, we posed the question how often should you wash your sheets to experts, and this is what they told us....

Whether you are starting from scratch cutting borders from a lawn, redesigning existing ones or just smartening up lawn edging ideas already in place, there are just a few expert tips to follow in our easy-to-follow advice. How to edge a lawn Whatever condition your lawn is in, smartening up the edges will make it look 10 times better. A crisp, smooth defining line between grass and surrounding soil or paving, will accentuate the space, highlight planting and show off the overall plot design....

Eliminating that blast of Arctic air for good might be the best front door idea you tackle this winter, and far more affordable than replacing the door completely. Our tips might also serve as a stop-gap (literally) if you’re considering investing in a new door, or renovating an existing one. You might only need to spend a few dollars to make a big improvement to your home. Plus our tips won’t just block out the draft....

Christmas lights are central to many Christmas decor ideas and without them, it is arguable that the holidays simply wouldn’t be the same. That’s why, when we discovered this simple $25 tool for fixing iridescent Christmas lights we knew we had to share it with you. How a $25 tool fixes Christmas lights in seconds Iridescent Christmas light strands, unlike LEDs, have an unfortunate habit of breaking when just one or two light bulbs have failed....

Looking like large bubble tea balls, with veins running down their globe shape, gooseberries are one of the most easy-to-grow fruits to have in your garden. They once had a bad reputation as a host to a tree-felling pest, and their cultivation is still banned in some States. But the Federal restrictions on growing gooseberries were lifted in 1966 and now they are welcomed in gardens and homesteads in most regions of the US....