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Before and After: Painting the Cabinets in This Kitchen Made Everything Look New Again (No Gut Reno Needed)
It totally transformed the look of the counters.
Sarah Everett
May 4, 2024
Before and After: A ‘70s Fireplace Goes from a Living Room Eyesore to a Favorite Feature
And it’s easily reversible, too.
Sarah Everett
May 1, 2024
The Cutest Things You Can Buy to Decorate the Nursery
Because every nursery needs a bit of whimsy.
Cambria Bold
Apr 30, 2024
We Asked 3 Plumbers to Name the Best Dishwasher Detergent — They All Picked the Same One
Three plumbers can't be wrong!
Ashley Abramson
Apr 29, 2024
This Is Why Aluminum Foil Is Shiny on One Side
Finally, the matte versus shiny mystery explained!
Ayn-Monique Klahre
Apr 29, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Share the Most Helpful Storage Items They Used in Their Nursery (and They’ll Work in Any Space)
The only bins, baskets, and bookcases you need.
Cambria Bold
Apr 25, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Travel Crib or Pack and Play to Buy, and 2 Products Came Up Again and Again
One of them you can actually wear on your back!
Faith Durand
Apr 24, 2024
Before and After: A Messy Pantry Gets a Realistic Transformation Using Already Owned Containers
A real-life pantry is made over with real-life solutions.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 24, 2024
Before and After: See How This Boys’ Bedroom Got a Dramatic Dark Makeover
Dramatic, yet still quite cozy.
Cullen Ormond
Apr 24, 2024
A Dated Staircase Gets a Luxe Makeover with a Surprising Twist (for $600!)
The homeowner wanted “the transition from the first floor to the second floor to have a wow factor.”
Emma Kershaw
Apr 22, 2024
Before and After: An “Unstable” Pantry Becomes a Functional Butler’s Pantry in This DIY Makeover
It was a total DIY job and cost about $735.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 19, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Is the Best High Chair, and There Was One Runaway Winner
This many parents can’t be wrong.
Cambria Bold
Apr 18, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Baby Bouncer to Buy, and the Winner Had Too Many Rave Reviews to Count
“It was the absolute best thing we invested in.”
Cambria Bold
Apr 18, 2024
My Grandma’s 30-Year-Old “House Rules” Taught Me How to Keep a Clean Home
I consider my Grandma Gigi’s 9 commandments unbreakable.
Annita Katee
Apr 18, 2024
This Kid’s Green and Blue Bedroom Is on A Houseboat — And There’s Storage Galore
There’s even a designated spot for this kid’s beloved soccer balls.
Cullen Ormond
Apr 17, 2024
Before and After: A Kid’s Basic Peachy Bedroom Gets an Incredible “Sunshine and Rainbows” Makeover
We can't help but smile when we look at this room now.
Cullen Ormond
Apr 17, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents To Tell Us What Baby Bathtub to Buy, and 3 Tubs Came Highly Recommended
One is great for infants, one is great for tiny bathrooms, and the other is an all-in-one that’ll grow with your kid.
Cambria Bold
Apr 16, 2024
Here’s What a $450-per-Month Tokyo Micro Apartment Looks Like
Washing machine included.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 16, 2024
I Tried 5 Methods for Cleaning Tile Grout — And the Winner Was Ridiculously Effective
Can the power of a Magic Eraser or a Tide Pen win our showdown? Let's find out!
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 15, 2024
The $11 Organizer That Made Me Completely Rethink Pantry Storage
I've been using lazy Susans all wrong.
Patty Catalano
Apr 15, 2024
I Tried Using Rinse Aid on My Shower Glass and Here’s What Happened
I mean, it should work to get the glass really clean, right?
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 12, 2024
Before and After: Getting Rid of The Wire Shelves Made This Pantry Way More Functional
Custom DIY shelving maximizes the organization potential of this pantry - a win for cooks and eaters alike!
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 12, 2024
I Put a Ball of Aluminum Foil in My Dishwasher — What Happened Next Was Amazing
You don't want to miss this easy tip!
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 12, 2024
The 27 Best Decluttering Tips of All Time
With spring cleaning picking up, many of us need a little extra guidance to help decide what's worth keeping.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 10, 2024
Before & After: This Rental Kitchen Kept the Oak Cabinets, but the Transformation Is Unreal
It's now so warm and cozy.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 10, 2024
Before and After: A “Basic” Nursery Transforms Into a Fun, Bright Space (Thanks to Balloon Animal Decals!)
Now it's so cheery!
Cullen Ormond
Apr 10, 2024
Before and After: A $1,400 Kid’s Room Transformation Features a Smart IKEA Closet Hack
The homeowner completed several first-time DIY projects.
Sarah Everett
Apr 9, 2024
My Biggest Kitchen Remodel Regret Gives Me Stress Every Single Day
I wish I'd thought about it more.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 7, 2024
This Striking Yellow Kid’s Bedroom Is the Blueprint For Successful Pattern Play
A hanging solar system tops it all off.
Cullen Ormond
Apr 3, 2024
This Guy Created Fake Windows Using Home Depot Light Panels, and the Results Are … Kinda Unbelievable
It’s a low-key ingenious method of adding some light to any space that needs it.
Arielle Tschinkel
Mar 30, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Baby Monitor to Buy, and the Winner Is “So Secure and Not Hackable”
For when you really need peace of mind.
Cambria Bold
Mar 26, 2024
This Ingenious Product Keeps Plugs and Cords Out of Sight (and Has Almost 50,000 5-Star Reviews)
It's especially great for hiding outlets in nurseries and playrooms.
Olivia Bowman
Mar 26, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Sound Machine to Buy for The Nursery, and 2 Won Over All the Others
One is a no-fuss classic and the other has all the bells and whistles you could want.
Cambria Bold
Mar 26, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us the Best Humidifier for The Nursery, and The Winner Was the Easiest to Clean
The biggest selling point? Every part can go in the dishwasher.
Cambria Bold
Mar 26, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Share Their Must-Have Baby Gear, and This Changing Pad Came Up Over and Over
No more washing changing pad covers every day!
Cambria Bold
Mar 24, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Nursery Glider to Buy, and the 2 Winners Are “Extremely Comfortable”
It’s a big investment, and we know you want to make the right choice.
Cambria Bold
Mar 24, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Diaper Pail to Buy, and the Runaway Winner Locked Smells In
That many parents can’t be wrong.
Faith Durand
Mar 24, 2024
We Asked a Mattress Expert to Tell Us Which Crib Mattress Is the Best (and Why), and There Were 2 Top Choices
Breathable? Check. Safe materials? Check. Firm? Check.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 22, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Crib to Buy, and There Were 4 Clear Winners
If you’re wondering what crib to buy for the nursery, we’ve got your answer.
Cambria Bold
Mar 22, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Bassinet or Bedside Sleeper to Buy, and the Answers Were Definitive
If you’re wondering what bassinet to put on your baby registry, we’ve got your answer.
Cambria Bold
Mar 22, 2024
Don’t Throw Away Those Silica Gel Packets! Here Are 14 Smart Ways to Reuse Them
Those tiny little packs of dessicant that come in your new pack of shoes or your vitamins have many uses around your home.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 21, 2024
How to Create a Playful Kid’s Bedroom in an Industrial Loft
A wall-mounted IKEA cabinet leaves room for shoes.
Cullen Ormond
Mar 20, 2024
This Guy Created Fake Windows Using Home Depot Light Panels, and the Results Are … Kinda Unbelievable
It’s a low-key ingenious method of adding some light to any space that needs it.
Arielle Tschinkel
Mar 14, 2024
Before & After: See This Kid’s Room Transform Into a Sunny, Mood-Boosting Tween Room
It's more grownup, but still playful.
Cullen Ormond
Mar 13, 2024
This Parent Built a Sleeping Hut Inside Their Son’s Nursery (Complete With Hot Air Balloons!)
Her inspiration? The beach huts of Normandy.
Cullen Ormond
Mar 13, 2024
Our Top 16 Picks for a Fun (Yet Simple!) Easter Basket
Because, really, what is the Easter basket without a chocolate bunny?
Thao Thai
Mar 12, 2024
This Mom’s Garage Hack Has People Telling Her It’s the Coolest Thing They’ve Ever Seen
Apparently this is very much an IFKYK situation.
Laura Drummond
Mar 11, 2024
Before & After: Gorgeous Green-Gray Cabinets Breathe New Life Into This Mid-Century Kitchen
It’s a timeless take on a trendy look.
Cullen Ormond
Mar 8, 2024
The Big Problem with Farmhouse Sinks (That No One Tells You About)
If you're going to install a farmhouse sink, make sure you're in it for the long haul.
Nancy Mitchell
Mar 7, 2024
A Jenny Lind-Inspired Spindle Crib Is the Focal Point in This Calming Nursery
Tour the founder of Milk & Honey Clothier's son's nursery that includes a vintage-inspired crib.
Cullen Ormond
Mar 6, 2024
Before and After: This Designer Created a Backlit Mountain Range Wall Panel for a Kid’s Room
It looks like the sun is just setting or rising!
Cullen Ormond
Mar 6, 2024
How Renters Created an Earthy Nursery Nook in Their NYC Bedroom
It might be a small space, but it has all the amenities a kid could ever need.
Cullen Ormond
Mar 6, 2024
This Is My Favorite Lamp for a Kid’s Room — And It’s 20% Off Right Now!
I want one in every room of the house.
Cambria Bold
Mar 6, 2024
Before and After: A Tear-Down Makeover Turned This Victorian Living Room into a Stunner
Fear not: The beautiful antique fireplace stayed!
Sarah Everett
Mar 4, 2024
The Cheapest Days To Book a Flight, According To a Flight Attendant
Here's how to save a little cash.
Inigo Del Castillo
Mar 3, 2024
“NYC’s Smallest Apartment” Is 55 Square Feet and Costs $1,400 per Month
Take a look inside.
Inigo Del Castillo
Mar 3, 2024
Before and After: A Clever IKEA Hack Makes This Open Family Entryway Much More Practical
Once again, IKEA (and paint!) really come to the rescue.
Kelly Dawson
Feb 28, 2024
This Sun-Drenched Llama-Themed Nursery Is a “Very Safe Space”
This calming nursery has so many fluffy accents.
Cullen Ormond
Feb 28, 2024
The 9 Best Kitchen Renovation Decisions These Families Made
Plus, more quick and doable kitchen design hacks, if you aren't ready for a full-on reno.
Kathryn O'Shea Evans
Feb 28, 2024
We Tried 5 Methods to Clean Greasy Wood Cabinets — And the Winner Is Ridiculously Effective
Can the power of vinegar or castile soap win our showdown? Let's find out!
Meleyna Nomura
Feb 26, 2024
“Costco Doors” Are Trending — Here’s Why You Might Want One
Hate carrying tons of groceries? Enter the Costco door.
Inigo Del Castillo
Feb 26, 2024
This Is What a 97-Square-Foot Apartment In Paris Looks Like
Could you live there?
Inigo Del Castillo
Feb 26, 2024
Before and After: A $1500 Redo Makes This “Builder Basic” Bathroom Totally Glam and Maximalist
The bold wallpaper is a must-see!
Sarah Everett
Feb 24, 2024
I’ve Been Giving Everyone This Unexpected Housewarming Gift for 15 Years — and They All Love It
You're going to want to get (at least) one for yourself, too.
Amy Gordon
Feb 24, 2024
Before and After: This Stylish $2,232 Deck Redo Will Have You Dreaming of Spring
This DIYer shows off some smart ideas for hiding weird design quirks.
Megan Baker Detloff
Feb 22, 2024
This French Grandma Has a Brilliant Trick for Keeping Fruit Flies Away (And It Costs Nothing!)
It's one of the smartest tips we've ever heard.
Rochelle Bilow
Feb 22, 2024
A Cozy Blue and Yellow Boy’s Nursery in the Netherlands
This nursery is a case study on combining old and new styles.
Cullen Ormond
Feb 21, 2024
This Super-Colorful NYC Home Is Full of Brilliant Little IKEA Storage Hacks
How to artfully wrangle toys and get savvy with the space you have.
Tina Chadha
Feb 21, 2024
One Unexpected (and Super Smart) Place to Add a Tension Rod In Your Kitchen
Whip that spice drawer into shape for just $10.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 21, 2024
I Could Never Get My White Sheets Really Clean, Until I Tried This 2-Ingredient Combo
I found one sheet-whitening method that sounded way too easy to be true, but I tried it, and it worked!
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 21, 2024
Before and After: A Crowded Garage Transforms Into an Organized, Multi-Use Powerhouse
It becomes a completely overhauled space with plenty of room for all its uses.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 19, 2024
10 Things I Wish Somebody Told Me Before I Bought an Airbnb Property
It’s certainly not “passive” income.
Heather Bien
Feb 17, 2024