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Where Open Shelving Works Best in Kitchens, Baths, and Beyond in 2026, According to Designers
7+ hour, 40+ min ago (947+ words) Open shelving has gone back and forth in recent years about whether or not they're still in style. On one hand, they can be very practical in terms of function by giving you extra space to store things like dinnerware,…...
Designers Say This Classic 150-Year-Old Tile Is Overrated—What They Recommend in 2026
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (620+ words) Heather Bien'is an expert decor writer for The Spruce. She splits her time between Washington, D.C. and Locust Hill, VA, receiving her B.A. from the University of Virginia. Her bylines include Apartment Therapy, MyDomaine, HelloGiggles, StyleBlueprint, The Knot, MindBodyGreen, and The Everygirl....
Does Closing Curtains Keep Your Home Warmer in Winter? What HVAC Pros Say
6+ day, 18+ hour ago (444+ words) Darya Komarova / Getty Images When it comes to keeping a home warmer in the winter," there are a couple of factors that help make a noticeable difference. Experts recommend keeping doors open in your home for optimum warmth (unless you…...
A DIY Pro Shares 6 Things in Your House You Didn't Know You Could Paint
2+ week, 1+ day ago (581+ words) It's easy to fall into the habit of buying new when something starts looking old or run-down. But the truth is, with a coat of paint, many items around your home can feel dramatically refreshed. "When you truly let your…...
The Number 1 Way to Make Your Entryway Feel Warmer This Winter
2+ week, 6+ day ago (484+ words) Your home's entryway is the first space that greets you and your guests when you walk in after braving the elements. If there's one attribute you want it to exude'especially in winter'it's warmth. There are certainly things you can do…...
If Your Rug Is One of These Colors, Designers Say It’s Time for a Swap
3+ week, 1+ day ago (618+ words) Javier Rueda / Getty Images A room's floor is like its fifth wall. This visual plane grounds the space, and it has just as big of an impact on the overall look of it as paint or wallpaper. That's exactly why…...
We Asked an HVAC Pro If Space Heaters Waste Money, and He Said It Depends on These 4 Things
3+ week, 6+ day ago (712+ words) Timothy Dale is a home repair expert and writer with over a decade of hands-on construction and home improvement experience. He is skilled in residential, commercial, industrial and institutional plumbing, electrical, carpentry, installation, renovations, and project management. The Spruce / Rachel…...
Before You Pick Up a Paintbrush—Pros Says Painting These Things Leads to Regret
1+ mon, 11+ hour ago (696+ words) Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images Painting is often one of the easiest and most affordable DIY upgrades you can do in any part of your home, but home improvement pros say it's also one of the most common upgrades to…...
In Defense of Peel and Stick Tile—What Pros Want You to Know Before Trying the Trend
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (720+ words) Cori Sears is a writer with over a decade of experience, specializing in houseplants, gardening, and home decor. She writes about trending news, interior design, houseplants, and gardening for The Spruce. Her expertise in these areas has led her to…...
7 Tacky Bathroom Tile Patterns That Make Your Space Look Dated, Designers Say
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (695+ words) For designers, not all bathroom tile patterns are created equal. There are some looks in particular that the pros consider to be majorly outdated or tacky looking'and as such, they encourage clients to avoid these materials and colors at all…...