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6 Must-Haves for the Ultimate Man Cave

6 Must-Haves for the Ultimate Man Cave

Picture the ultimate bachelor pad—on steroids. That’s the idea behind the man cave. It’s a refuge full of the latest and greatest gadgets and tools—some practical, others pure indulgence, but all totally, utterly cool. Studies have actually suggested that having a private place to retreat can be beneficial to a […]

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6 Reasons to Love Pantone’s Color of the Year

Every year, the world-renowned authority on color, Pantone, picks a color to represent that specific twelve-month period. And in case you’re not “in the know” just yet, 2014 is the year of Radiant Orchid. Pantone describes this rich hue as, “A captivating harmony of fuschia, purple and pink undertones” that […]

How to Host Happy Visitors in your Home

How to Host Happy Visitors in your Home

Opening up your home to guests can be a fun and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Small considerations can go a long way when making visitors feel special in their home-away-from-home. There’s no need to stress while preparing to entertain; acting as innkeeper can be hassle-free and inexpensive. In addition, […]

7 Perfect Housewarming Gifts

7 Perfect Housewarming Gifts

Buying a new home is a major life event, and housewarming parties are the perfect way to celebration such an important milestone. When a friend invites you into their home to help them break it in, it’s always good form to bring along a small gift to help make the […]

7 Easy and Affordable Weekend House Projects

7 Easy and Affordable Weekend House Projects

Winter woes keeping you indoors and twiddling those idle thumbs? Get productive with these 7 simple and affordable weekend home projects that’ll spruce up your living space in no time! Ditch Dirt with a Boot Tray You’re probably thinking “Why didn’t I think of this?” and I’m right there with […]

7 Natural Cleaning Alternatives to Chemical-Heavy Ones

7 Natural Cleaning Alternatives to Chemical-Heavy Ones

For some of us, cleaning comes naturally. But the product selection we see at our local grocery store is anything but pure. Most cleaning products are rife with chemicals, giving us neat freaks who also happen to be health nuts enough anxiety to produce a panic attack. Fortunately, you can […]

8 Tips for Moving to a New Home

8 Tips for Moving to a New Home

You’ll never appreciate how much stuff you have until it’s time to move. Whether you’re moving a studio apartment or an entire house, moving can be a stressful process—but there are measures that you can take to make the entire ordeal as smooth as possible. Here are 8 tips for […]

6 Simple Ways to Go Green in Your Home

6 Simple Ways to Go Green in Your Home

Going green in your home is not only great for saving money but it’s impertinent for a healthier environment and a happy you. There are so many little changes you can make to get the green ball rolling, and even though they might seem minute, these practices go a long […]

Green Clean Products: Top Plant-Based Cleaning Products

Green Clean Products: Top Plant-Based Cleaning Products

Cleaning your home is essential, but so are eco-friendly methods and techniques. Consciously awake your home with plant-based cleaning products to freshen the atmosphere while being kind to the planet. Green cleaning products avoid harsh chemicals, which is gentler on your products and skin. The next time you want to […]

6 Tips for Hanging Pictures Perfectly

6 Tips for Hanging Pictures Perfectly

Nail, hammer, wall, picture: easy peasy right? Not so fast. An improperly hung picture can, at best, look sloppy and, at worst , throw a room off balance. To hang your photos so that they have a positive impact on a room, here’s what you need to know. 57 is […]