“You need to consider what fabrics make the most sense for your couch,” says Jung Lee, event architect and founder of Fête, Jung Lee NY, and Slowdance. “For example, if you have pets, you need a fabric that is pet-friendly.” Couch covers are available in various sizes, fabrics, and colors to fit any couch, loveseat, or chair. No matter what type of couch cover you’re looking for, this list has plenty of options to provide some extra protection and style....
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“Painting your cabinets is a great way to update your kitchen or bath for less than installing them new, and there’s an almost unlimited choice of colors,” says Diana Hathaway, color expert, interior designer, and founder of Gorgeous Color. The first step, however, is choosing the right color. “Once you narrow down to four to five color choices, sample them all before committing so that you have a cabinet color you know you’ll love,” Hathaway advises....
1. Start with Art To establish a mood and color palette, play around with art. A large piece draws eyes and provides a style starting point. Lean frames against the wall for a less formal look (they’re easy to swap) or hang them for a more finished feel. 2. Go Green Plants in pretty pots are winners year-round, and seasonal fresh flowers or branches bring in color and drama. For the holidays, call on fragrant greenery like eucalyptus or juniper....
The lint-free cloths can scrub, dry, and soak up spills on all kinds of surfaces like marble, stainless steel, tile, glass, and wood. And cleaning the cloths themselves is effortless, too; all you have to do is throw them in the washing machine when you’re done. The best-selling dish rags can be used wet or dry: A shopper who has purchased multiple sets and dubbed them the “best cloths ever,” shared that they use them daily—not to mention “everywhere”—and that “each purchase has lasted a year or two....
The great thing about the lightweight Tineco iFloor Cordless Wet-Dry Vacuum and Mop is it performs both functions at the same time. That means you can vacuum up hair, dirt, and crumbs as you mop your floors. Plus, it has a two-tank system that keeps fresh water separate from the dirty water while you mop. Unsurprisingly, the features have shoppers talking, resulting in 8,700 five-star ratings and 1,300 positive reviews....
How to Brush on BBQ Sauce Safely First, and most importantly, let’s talk food safety. Separate portions of your BBQ sauce for brushing onto raw meat and for serving at the table so you don’t cross-contaminate. To avoid any mix-ups, we recommend using different colors or sizes of bowls for each. Use a BBQ sauce brush to apply the sauce to the meat and then wash the brush thoroughly before using it again....
The fall-theme trees started popping up last year, and we’re already seeing people put them up this year. There are hundreds of new Instagram posts with #FallChristmasTree—and all the images are gorgeous. If you’ve been looking for a reason to break out the holiday decorations a few months early, here is your excuse. Here are a few of my favorite trees and products you need to recreate the looks....
Also called a natural pool, swimming pond, or a living pool, natural swimming pools have been established in Europe for decades, and they continue to gain awareness in the U.S. as their style and eco-forward function is embraced by more pool designers, builders, and homeowners. What Is a Natural Swimming Pool? Unlike traditional pools, which rely on chemicals like chlorine, a natural swimming pool uses continuously moving fresh water and natural filters to keep the pool perfect for swimming....
But over the next few warmer months, we’ll be serving our s’mores a little differently. Rather than having everyone reach into a plastic packaging to grab jumbo marshmallows and chocolate squares, put together a decadent s’mores board instead. If you haven’t seen these before, it’s similar to a charcuterie spread—but filled with s’mores makings rather than meat and cheese. The trend has been around for a few years, but now that we’re able to host summer get-togethers again, it’s really taking off....
Plants for Creating the Cozy Corner Garden Plan 1 Columnar blue spruce (Picea pungens ‘Iseli Fastigiate’): Zones 3-8 1 Clematis ‘Diana’s Delight’: Zones 4-9 2 Bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla Endless Summer): Zones 4-9 1 Rhododendron ‘Yaku Princess’: Zones 5-9 3 Japanese iris (Iris ensata ‘Great White Heron’): Zones 4-9 1 Blue false indigo (Baptisia australis): Zones 3-8 1 Peony (Paeonia ‘Dinner Plate’): Zones 3-8 3 Reblooming iris (Iris ‘Clarence’): Zones 4-9 3 Siberian iris (Iris sibirica ‘Caesar’s Brother’): Zones 3-9...
Before: Inefficient Storage The couple’s biggest assignment: Purge anything that wasn’t absolutely essential or regularly used. Any items in the closet that weren’t clothing or accessories were to be stored elsewhere in their townhouse. “My rule of thumb is that if you can’t wear it on your body, it shouldn’t live in the closet,” Clay says. “Clutter is postponed decisions. Don’t put it down—put it away.” After: No More Wasted Space After thinning out their wardrobes and redistributing items that didn’t belong, Joy and Chris took a true inventory of their clothing and accessories and joined Clay in devising a plan....
The Keter Premier Outdoor Storage Shed can not only hold sizable items like lawn mowers, garden tools, and lawn decorations, but it also keeps them safe from weather damage, too. Made from strong polypropylene resin with steel reinforcements, the shed is designed to hold up better than traditional wooden options. Plus, it’s weather-resistant, waterproof, and UV-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about peels, rust, or rot. The shed has a 62-cubic-foot storage capacity, making it ideal for landscape tools and pool essentials....
“These stakes work great, and I’m a bit embarrassed to say that they do a better job than I do at keeping my plants consistently watered,” shared one five-star reviewer who used the watering spikes while they were away for three weeks. “These are fantastic little devices, and they worked [like] a charm to water patio plants while [we] were away for a week,” echoed another shopper. The plant waterer is designed for easy use, requiring just a few simple steps....
Investing in their condo was worth it because of two fabulous features: its location (just 15 minutes from Dana Point) and its outdoor space (a nice-size backyard). However, the family did have to look past dated rooms in a sea of baby blue—on carpet, vertical blinds, even the toilet seat!—to what the condo could be once clad in Bri’s signature tans, grays, blacks, and whites. Bri is quick to credit Geoff for being an excellent teammate—the perspiration beside her inspiration— in tackling every project that came their way....
Start with a Sturdy Planter Anytime you’re hanging a window box and growing plants in it, you need a sturdy planter that’s firmly secured. When you’re looking for a box, choose one made with durable wood such as teak or redwood. Attach it to the wall with steel L brackets that are a couple of inches shorter than the width of the box. Choose the Best Plants When you’re planning an edible window box, choosing what you like to eat is most important....
The design duo brought both tastes to the table for a summer celebration with friends and colleagues at Lake Washington, inside a waterfront home they outfitted with contemporary indoor-outdoor furnishings. “We especially love our projects that are near water because water automatically imbues relaxation,” Beth says. The imperfect form of a live-edge dining table automatically extends permission for an unmatched scheme. Matte black dinner plates set a simple foundation for formal porcelain salad plates bearing a contemporary celestial design....
