Time for a Trim, But Can You Hack the DIY?

Crown molding is the latest craze in high impact, low investment renos. It adds texture to your walls and the appearance of height by drawing the eye upward. It can also be the first major step in turning an architecturally boring room into an interesting and stimulating space. But should you install it yourself?

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Is Your House Boring?

Are you the proud owner of a boring crackerbox condo? Do you have a functional house that needs something extra? Fortunately, it’s possible to make your good but lousy investment look great too without too much fuss. Better than a paint job, more permanent than a new bedroom suite and packing a solid:” I love what you’ve done to this place!” punch here’s one little trick that often gets overlooked:

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Getting Greener

There are so many green products available for your home today. From small, simple lifestyle changes to big ticket items and renovation materials, today’s consumer can easily lighten their footprint and save money. Whether you are looking to “green” your home before a sale or just to improve your own environment, here are some ideas to get you started.

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The Science of Buying Bath Towels

There is nothing more luxurious after a relaxing bath or a hot shower than to wrap yourself in a large, plush bath towel. Not a cheapie version, but a soft, velvety towel with some weight to it. Buying really nice towels is a bit of science. You have to know what to look for, where to purchase them and how to display them once you’ve got them. Here are some tips to help you with your next towel purchase.

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Open Floor Plan Decor

It seems that the majority of new homes these days are designed with open floor plans. They give a nice open feeling and make the living space appear larger. It can however, create a decorating challenge.

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Easy Holiday Table Decor

When staging your home for sale during Christmas, subtle touches can add a sense of warmth and create a more inviting atmosphere. A simple tabletop decoration can add to the holiday ambiance. The trouble is, who has the time or money to invest in a fancy centerpiece for the table? A small floral bouquet can easily run upwards of $75 and when preparing for an open house, a centerpiece is the least of your worries. Here are some really easy ideas for quick tabletop decorations sure to impress.

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Designing Secrets from the Pros

When it comes to redecorating, it’s sometimes difficult to know where to begin. Do you start with the furniture, the paint, the architecture? Now you can get some help from the experts, as ten top designers share their decorating secrets in the latest update of ArchitecturalDigest.com.

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Holiday Decorating Without Really Trying

Changing your current decor for the holidays does not have to be an enormous undertaking. There is no need to do a complete switch over, just replace a few items and add some touches to create a festive look.  Besides, it’s a great time to give your regular decor items a break.

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