Read this before starting on a new kitchen renovation. Keep in mind that unlacquered brass and lacquered brass look a little different. Lacquered brass has a shiny, polished look, whereas unlacquered brass is matte. Photo:KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images “These play beautifully with spaces that have soul and stories to themperfect for entertaining spaces. (Kohler revived the colors Teal, Fresh Green, and Aspen Green for itsHeritage Colors collection.) So, Blinn suggests choosing these colors because you truly connect with themnot just because theyre trendy....

Freshen up your laundry routineno bleach necessary. Use vinegar as a natural fabric refresher. says housekeeping pro Melissa Maker ofClean My Space. Photo: Getty Images Just add essential oils. Let baking soda brighten and deodorize. Baking sodais a natural deodorizer and brightener, and it’s probably already in your pantry. Ditch the dryer sheets. Dryer sheets work by releasing fragrances and chemicals that coat your clothes in softness and scent. Instead, usedryer balls....

And why they could help boost your energy. MAIKA 777/Getty Images Arefreshing beverageis one of lifes simple pleasures. Soft drinks, fruit juices and specialty coffees are just a few decadent go-tos. Photo:MAIKA 777/Getty Images Inflammation is a normal and essential bodily process. Its how the immune system responds to illness, injury, and germs. Typical inflammation can cause pain, swelling, or discoloration, but any discomfort should be mild. For some people, however, inflammation occurs in healthy tissuethats when it can become a problem....

It’s easy to get it right once you know what you’re doing wrong. But that couldnt be further from the truth. Many areas of the home may appear tidy, but true organization goes beyond appearances. Photo:Svetikd/Getty Images Ready to level up your organization skills? Here are five home spaces that experts say most people organize incorrectly. I always remind people to measure, measure, measure! You have to know what storage items will actually fit in the space," Duckworth....

Hack your way to a neater and tidier bathroom. Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Keeping your bathroom organized can bea challenge. After all, they contain a lot of little thingsfrom hygiene items to skincare and hair products. Photo:Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images This can be especially hardif you have a small bathroom! However, there are many easy ways to make the most of your space. you’re able to maximize the vertical space by hanging shelves....

Hack your way to a neater and tidier bathroom. Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Keeping your bathroom organized can beachallenge. After all, they contain a lot of little thingsfrom hygiene items to skincare and hair products. Photo:Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images This can be especially hardif you have a small bathroom! However, there are many easy ways to make the most of your space. you might maximize the vertical space by hanging shelves. Style with pretty baskets and store towels, washcloths, and extra toilet paper....

Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images Renovating a bathroom is a major project. Not only is it expensive, but its also messy and time-consuming. However, you dont need to renovate your entire bathroom to upgrade or add value to your home. Photo:Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images It is best to focus on small,affordable upgradesthat can make a big impact. Here are five bathroom renovations that actually add value to your home. Fortunately, its an easy fix....

Because stashing your skincare in the fridge is really cool. And there’s also not necessarily a pressing need to refrigerate products in general. That being said, there definitely are some major benefits to keeping your skincare stashat least some of itchilled. Photo: Getty Images On the flip side, avoid sticking anything oil-based in there. Here are five of the best products to house next to your coffee creamer and salad dressing....

Relax your mind and body before you hit the sack. Practicing yoga regularly can help you experience deeper, more restorative sleep. This pose willhelp with digestion, spine tension, and promote relaxation before getting cozy under the covers. Photo:Just Super/Getty Images It stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which slows the heart rate and promotes rest. Remain in the position for up to five minutes while takingdeep, slow breaths. This posture helps fire up the chest and allow for your breath to flow more easily through your body....

Know exactly when and how this magnesium-rich salt can be healing and helpful (versus harmful). She and my grandmother added this Epsom salt to their foot baths to help with arthritis. What Is Epsom Salt? Getty Images “We also know that magnesium is a mineral in whichmany people are deficient. Does It Actually Work? What’s still not entirely clear is how effective Epsom salt is at providing magnesium to the body....

Snack on the crunchy seeds or drink its tart juice for powerful polyphenols and lots of fiber. Heres why pomegranates should be on your radar, and more importantly, on your plate. Getty Images What Are Pomegranates? Getty Images Pomegranates are round fruits that are in season from September to January. They originate from Africa and are thought to come from the countries along the Arabian Peninsula. The pomegranates medicinal properties have been harnessed throughout history, dating back thousands of years....

The sandwich seems like a simple dish. Flavor and texture and how the two meld matter. Keeping that bread out of the fridgeand sealing will prolong the life of its flavor and bite. On top of good fresh bread, think about your bread-to-filling ratio. Pickled vegetables do a great job here, whether simple red onions or heirloom cauliflower in a fancier giardiniera. A sprinkling of vinegar goes a long way, too....

Leather alternatives > leather. People often choose alternatives to leather for various reasons, notes Melissa Song, founder and designer atMelie Bianco. Cork Cork is a lightweight, renewable material that comes from the cork oak tree. Photo:Natalia Kopyltsova/Getty Images Like leather, it’s durable, water-resistant, and breathable, Firestein says. It’s sustainable, vegan, and durable. This treatment provides a lasting leather look and ensures durability throughout your wardrobe. The mature paddles are harvested and cleaned, mashed, and then processed to replicate the real deal....