6 Daily Tasks Hotel Cleaners Prioritize—and You Should Too

These clever tricks will leave your home looking spotless. Read on to learn what insider tips the cleaning pros shared. A simple tuck-over has been utilized both in my home and while I’m at work. Photo:CreativaStudio/Getty Images (ThisTikTok videoprovides a quick and simple tutorial of this method.) Chevez says this trick helps make your bed appear more inviting and crisp. An over usage of chemicals is not necessary, explains Chevez....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Margaret Williamson

6 Design Ideas to Steal From 5-Star Airbnbs

ZIO AND SONS Airbnbs aren’tjustplaces to stay anymore; they’re often goldmines of design inspiration. With a focus on creating unforgettable guest experiences, these spaces often boast incredible aesthetics. So we found six stunning Airbnbs (all with 5-star ratings!) Photo:ZIO AND SONS It works because the rest of the dining roomother than the fun and funky green chairsis mostly understated. To get the same aesthetic in your home, go all-in on creams, whites, and brown accents....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 218 words · Cheryl Wilson

6 Design Trends Our Home Editors Say Will Be Everywhere in 2025

You’re going to want to hop on these ASAP. Making your home feel lived-in, intentional, and beautiful is the name of the game. Here are a few trends we’ve been seeing all over the place to inspire your next project! Photo:Liz Daly We love that this feels both intentional and organic, and is a little looser than traditional patterns. Still a little apprehensive? Photo by Venjhamin Reyes, design by Megan Gorelick Interiors...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Sandra Jones

6 Dining Room Paint Colors Designers Always Avoid—Plus, What to Pick Instead

Make your dining room cozy, not cold, with the perfect paint color. “I would avoid reds, oranges, or yellows,” Merceny says. “A light or white room can end up looking stark and unwelcoming,” Merceny says. Photo:In4mal/Getty Images “Beige and cool or neutral grays are too boring,” Krane says. This makes the wall color even more important in driving the color scheme and holding the room together." Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt is one of Marceny’s favorites for a dining room space....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · Joshua Clark

6 Early 2000s Design Trends Making a Comeback—in a New Way for 2025

It’s official: Y2K is back in fashionand in our homes too. However, we can still take inspiration from some of those trends and make them work in modern applications. The result is a timeless aesthetic rather than a room that feels lost in a particular decade. Photo:Photo and Design by Amanda Jacobs Design I love seeing the resurgence ofsomeof the 2000s home decor trends, saysdesigner Amanda Jacobs. One in particular that Ive embraced is using paint to create wall texture....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Susan Collins

6 Easy Cake Recipes That Require Minimal Prep

You don’t need to be a pastry chef to bake the perfect cake. Fortunately, a homemade cake doesn’t have to be daunting. Each recipe was hand-selected to be simple and relatively painless. Photo: José Picayo You’ll want to go for unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder rather than standard to intensify the chocolaty flavor. Easy Ice Cream Cake The secret to this astonishingly simple four-ingredient dessert? Use ice cream sandwiches to build your cake....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Daniel Santos

6 Easy Design Tricks to Perk Up Your Home During the Mid-Winter Slump

Transform your home into a winter oasis. Whilesnow falls outside, the urge to stay indoors until spring comes along is strong. Here are some small, easy home decor upgrades that can make a big difference during the mid-winter slump. Photo:Anastasiia Krivenok / Getty Images This means maximizing the amount ofnatural lightin your home, especially in the colder months. Richardson advises swapping out cool and harsh lighting for warm-toned LED lights that glow gently....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 261 words · April Hicks

6 Easy Home Improvement Projects You Can DIY in a Weekend

These quick and easy projects will leave your home feeling brand new. Undefined/Getty Images Home improvement projects are often synonymous with majorrenovationsand high costs. But not every project needs to be a huge undertaking. Photo:Undefined/Getty Images This might include things like replacing creaky door hinges, weather-proofing windows, and updating home appliances. Selecting the appropriate replacement hardware for size, not just style, is also important. Meagher says with a just a screwdriver or drill, homeowners can get this job done quickly....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 285 words · Traci Porter

6 Easy Home Projects to Tackle While You're Stuck Inside This Winter

Maximize your extra time indoors with these simple projects. Here are six easy home projects to try this winter. Declutter and Reorganize Stuck at home on a snow day? Photo:Joe Hendrickson/Getty Images Use the time todeclutter spaces like your bedroom closet. Get rid of clothing thats stained, damaged, or doesnt fit. Take anything you dont like and put it in a pile to give away. Then, reorganize your items in a way that makes sense to you....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 337 words · Carolyn Huff

6 Easy Painting Projects You Can Do in a Weekend

You’ll feel accomplished and your home will look refreshed by the time Monday comes back around. YKvision/Getty Images If you lead a busy life, taking on major DIY projects can be a challenge. But that doesnt mean you cant beautify your home with the time you do have. Photo:YKvision/Getty Images Closets Dont let the big spaces have all the fun with paint. Powder Rooms Painting a powder room shouldnt take too long....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Cody Perry

6 Easy Steps to Make Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Melt the chocolate in the microwave, and you’re halfway there. Who doesn’t love to indulge in some delectable sweetness every once in a while? Chocolate-covered strawberries almost always fit this bill, and they’re surprisingly easy to make. Photo: Getty Images Whatever you do with the final result, this chocolate-covered strawberries recipe won’t disappoint. Repeat with the remaining berries until you have the amount you want. it’s possible for you to also try this with white or dark chocolate....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Sharon Bruce

6 Easy Ways to Refresh Old Kitchen Countertops Without Tearing Them Out

Give them a little update without breaking the bank or busting out a hammer. Cavan Images/Getty Images Countertops are one of the most important features of a kitchen. You just need to be creative! Photo:Cavan Images/Getty Images Here are six expert tips for making your old kitchen countertops look brand new. Reorganize Your Countertops A messy kitchenwill never look or feel as good as a tidy one. Feng Shui-informed interior designer,Orie Princerecommends cleaning and reorganizing your countertops....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · Michelle Rowland

6 Expert Tips to Deal With 'FOMU' (Fear Of Messing Up) During a DIY Project

The pros tell you how NOT to need them. HGTV host and professional builderJasmine Rothrelies on a good old-fashioned list to track her expenses and remain within budget. Finally, she adds 30-50% more as a contingency because she almost always runs into unexpected expenses. While this strategy isnt sexy, its real, says Roth. Do Your Research Research can take many forms. Start by figuring out whichtools and materialsyoull need (and of course, how much theyll cost!...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Brendan Newman