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This Painting Hack Will Cut Your Cleanup Time in Half (or More)

Small Cool Experience 2021

This trick uses supplies you probably already have.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jun 12, 2021

The Unexpected Spot You Probably Haven’t Thought to Paint — Yet

Small/Cool Experience 2021

And it's a low-lift project, too.

Nicoletta Richardson

Jun 11, 2021

The Problem That Always Comes Up for People Who've Bought Flipped Houses

And how to avoid it.

Heather Bien

Jun 8, 2021

One Good Thing: One Easy Way To Hang String Lights, No Matter Your Outdoor Setup

Welcome back to One Good Thing @ HOME! This week we’re outdoors again and I’m sharing my best tip for quickly setting up some cool outdoor lighting with bamboo poles and rubber “connectors.” String lights are great outdoors in the warm weather, but if you don’t have a way to hang them, it can be a real pain in the butt. My tripod solution is a really nice all around solution that will work anywhere you need support, and it will cost you very little.

Maxwell Ryan

Jun 3, 2021

One "Just in Case" Item Almost Everyone Can (And Should!) Declutter

Weekend Projects

It's probably expired, and if you need to reference it again — someone else is keeping all the records for you.

Shifrah Combiths

May 24, 2021

Reddit's Favorite "Life-Changing" Items Under $10 Prove How Far 10 Bucks Can Go

These 7 picks are worth adding to your toolbox.

Carolin Lehmann

May 26, 2021

3 Things I've Learned About Keeping the Peace in a Multi-Generational Home

Sometimes it's just not worth taking things to heart.

Andie Kanaras

May 19, 2021

Here’s Why This HGTV Expert Says You Should Avoid Painting Your Walls White

NEWS

Designer Orlando Soria has the photographic evidence to back up his word.

Leah Groth

May 19, 2021

Lil Jon Is Starring In a New HGTV Show Filled with Unconventional Home Renovations

"Lil Jon Wants to Do What?" has just been greenlit by HGTV

Leah Groth

May 19, 2021

This $3 Paint Aisle Staple Is My Secret for Cleaning Hard-to-Reach Places

Don't sleep on this cleaning trick.

Megan Baker Detloff

May 16, 2021

5 Ways You Can Add Gold Accents to Your Home Without Overdoing It, According to an HGTV Expert

Try these tips on your next room update.

Alexandra Frost

May 14, 2021

This Has to Be the Easiest Way to Elevate Your Home With Paint

Weekend Projects

Painting has this transformative power, but your weekend project doesn't have to be as involved as painting an entire room or even a whole wall.

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 30, 2021

6 Everyday Habits You Might Not Realize Are Hurting the Environment

And how to change them for good.

Caroline Biggs

Apr 23, 2021

Tia Mowry’s Bedroom Walls Are the Perfect Selfie Backdrop

NEWS

Mowry has gone to the trendy dark side, and after seeing how awesome her dark bedroom looks, she could be inspiring more to do the same.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 23, 2021

Environmental Racism Is Everybody's Problem — Here Are 5 Ways to Fight It

Natural resources, such as water and even the very air we breathe in this country are a matter of inequality — and this has become a matter of life and death.

Jendayi Omowale

Apr 22, 2021

One Good Thing: How To Add Eucalyptus To Your Shower Experience

Welcome back all you Crazy Cats who sent Hands and myself great comments last week on our April Fool’s video. It was the most fun to make and it just so happens to be my favorite holiday of the year, barring Thanksgiving of course.THIS week we’ve got a great little good thing for you – but something that packs a big punch: Eucalyptus in a hot shower.

Maxwell Ryan

Apr 8, 2021

Kaley Cuoco’s Black-on-Black House Exterior Is Goth in the Best Way

NEWS

The actress gave her followers a look at her $12 million home in Hidden Hills, Calif., and the black-on-black paint job is anything but gloomy.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 5, 2021

7 Quick Things You Can Do to Prepare Your Home for the Rainy Season

Weekend Projects

This weekend, pick one thing you can do to make your home ready to get rained on. It might only take 15 minutes!

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 2, 2021

Raven-Symoné’s New Show Puts a Home Makeover Spin On a Fashion Favorite

HGTV's "What Not to Design" is an offshoot of "What Not to Wear."

Jessica Wang

Mar 27, 2021

Before and After: A Nondescript Bath Becomes Visual Eye-Candy

Just wait until you see this bold, bespoke paint job!

Danielle Blundell

Mar 27, 2021

These 6 Smart Paint Ideas Are 2021's Answer to the DIY Painted Arch

They're just as high-impact and almost as easy, too!

Kelsey Mulvey

Mar 23, 2021

3 Semi-Annual Habits Every Home-Savvy Person Can Tackle This Weekend

Weekend Projects

It's a good idea to get into the habit of tackling these semi-annual tasks as a trio.

Shifrah Combiths

Mar 12, 2021

These New Takes on Old Paint Techniques Will Transform Your Home

Move over, murals! Subtly is in for paint in 2021.

Alyssa Longobucco

Mar 6, 2021

This Viral Hack Promises Perfect Tape-Free Paint Lines, So I Tried It

I tried this so you don't have to. Here are my honest thoughts.

Erin Johnson

Mar 5, 2021

We’re looking to feature a NYC or LA-based design enthusiast like yourself in our Instagram Makeover Takeover content series in partnership with a major paint brand, documenting it all in before and after photoshoots and video. We’ll send in professional painters to paint a single room or section of your apartment.Please keep in mind that the final paint color/paint plan will be chosen by the AT audience, from a selection of colors curated by our paint specialists.

carriew

Mar 4, 2021

Debra Messing Painted Her Ceilings the Same Color As Her Walls

NEWS

It’s hard not to love the cozy vibe she created by painting her walls and ceiling the same dark red color.

Olivia Harvey

Mar 4, 2021

10 Reasons Your Paint Job Looks Amateur (and How to Fix It)

With these tips, your next paint project will look like it was done by a true pro.

Brigitt Earley

Mar 3, 2021

5 Ways to Help People in Texas Right Now

From making donations to calling your representatives.

Ella Cerón

Mar 3, 2021

A Curb-Appeal Refresh You Can Tackle in One Weekend for $20 or Less

Weekend Projects

At this time of year and this time in the pandemic, you're probably craving a curbside refresh for your home.

Shifrah Combiths

Feb 23, 2021

8 Habits I Wish I Knew During My First Few Weeks With a New Baby

Things are going to get cluttered — and sometimes it's best to just leave the mess for tomorrow.

Kara Nesvig

Feb 24, 2021

6 Tips for Prepping for a Winter Weather Emergency Wherever You Live

Stock up on these things just in case.

Megan Baker Detloff

Feb 18, 2021

How To Keep Warm When It's Cold and the Power Is Out

Here are some tips for staying warm when both the temperature and the electricity drops off.

Megan Johnson

Feb 16, 2021

8 Lessons I’ve Learned About Love, Patience, and Cleanliness

After 7,000 hours at home with my husband.

Kara Nesvig

Feb 14, 2021

HGTV’s “Design Star” Reboot Will Premiere Soon With Major Celeb Guest Experts

Add "Design Star: Next Gen" to those queues.

Jessica Wang

Feb 7, 2021

6 Expert-Approved Lego Tips That Will Turn Anyone into a Pro Builder

Plus, how to ensure easy cleanup.

Christianna Silva

Feb 3, 2021

This Illusion-Inspired Paint Idea Puts a Fun New Twist on a Now Familiar Trend

Paint a wall arch... but make it different!

Savannah West

Jan 30, 2021

7 Ways to Keep Your Bedroom Extra Warm and Cozy This Winter

It's hard to get out of bed when your bedroom feels like a meat locker. These tips will help.

Alexandra Frost

Jan 27, 2021

A Spacious Rental Apartment Shows How to Use Paint to Add Tons of Personality

"Don't be afraid to paint it and use exciting color. It's amazing how you can express yourself by declaring your home."

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jan 17, 2021

3 Gross Plumbing Problems and How to Fix Them, According to Pros

You don't have to live with these gross issues.

Alexandra Frost

Jan 15, 2021

Before and After: Rainn Wilson Transformed a Dated Ranch into a Bright, Airy Retreat

There were plenty of Dwight Schrute jokes along the way.

Nicoletta Richardson

Jan 5, 2021

Here’s Why (and How) to Get Rid of Your Junk Drawer

The truth is, you really don't need a junk drawer. Getting rid of yours will help tame your clutter habit, and reclaim precious space. Here's how to do it.

Ashley Abramson

Jan 2, 2021

Laminate vs. Hardwood: What’s the Better Option?

Here's how to decide what's right for your home, according to the pros.

Sarah Kuta

Dec 30, 2020

5 Things That Seem To Always Break During the Holidays and How To Fix Them

Avoid these holiday headaches.

Alexandra Frost

Dec 17, 2020

The Easy $10 Room Transform Trick That I Stole from Working on a Movie Set

It's even easier than paint.

Erin Johnson

Dec 9, 2020

The Must-Have Painting Tools Landlords Swear By

These pros do a lot of touch-ups.

Lauren Wellbank

Dec 8, 2020

One Good Thing: How To Build a Face Mask Station in Your Home

This week I want to share with you a simple DIY that I learned from a reader and which solves the problem of organizing all those masks that we have to wear these days.

Maxwell Ryan

Dec 3, 2020

8 Foolproof Ways to Keep Your Cat Away From Your Christmas Tree

Cats love trees. In fact, it’s most likely incredibly exciting for your furry friend to see you gussying one up with shiny hanging things on it for them to play with indoors. So it’s important to consider how to cat-proof your holiday evergreen before you end up with broken ornaments on the floor, with it falling over, or worse.Toppling over tends to be the biggest concern when it comes to owning a cat and a Christmas tree.

Jeanine Brennan

Dec 3, 2020

How to Hang Holiday Greenery in 6 Quick, Foolproof Steps

Yes, you can make your home look like it's straight out of a catalog. Here's how to do it.

Ashley Poskin

Dec 1, 2020

Your Favorite Millennial Paint Brand Released a Retro New Color

Backdrop's Disco Nap is inspired by late night adventures (and "Sesame Street").

Jessica Wang

Nov 16, 2020

Move Over, White: This (Non-Neutral) Kitchen Cabinet Color Is Trending

This non-neutral is taking over.

Nicoletta Richardson

Nov 12, 2020

7 Essential Time-Savers You Need in Your Junk Drawer, According to Handymen

Keep these close at hand and you'll be able to make around-the-house fixes faster and easier.

Brigitt Earley

Oct 29, 2020

How to Soundproof a Ceiling (So You Can Still Like Your Upstairs Neighbors)

Pros give their expert tips for cutting down on upstairs noise.

Alexis Rhiannon

Oct 27, 2020

How Often Should I Change My Air Filter? Here’s What to Know

How often is necessary when it comes to replacing your air filter? Well, it depends on a few different things, starting with the type of filter you have.

Taryn Williford

Oct 21, 2020

Four Things You Should Never Have in Your Kitchen

REAL ESTATE

According to maintenance experts.

Kate Streit

Oct 15, 2020

One Thing You Should Have in Your Bathroom, According to a Real Estate Agent

Let's talk about the thing no one wants to talk about.

Sarah Magnuson

Oct 14, 2020

HGTV’s Latest Show Is About Renovating Your Rental

Renters deserve some renovation inspiration, too.

Olivia Harvey

Oct 5, 2020

Have a Leak? Here's What Pros Say to Do in the First 24 Hours (and Beyond)

There are a few steps you need to take to avoid worsening damage.

Kelly Dawson

Oct 5, 2020

Joanna Gaines Released Her 4 Favorite Kitchen Color Combinations For Fall

Happy fall painting!

Jessica Wang

Sep 23, 2020

23 Geometric Wall Paint Ideas So Gorgeous, You'll Want to DIY Today

Painted geometric designs are all the rage these days when it comes to adding a little oomph to generic walls, and these 23 ideas will inspire your own DIY projects!

Sarah Lyon

Sep 9, 2020

9 Actually Useful Things You Need in Your Junk Drawer, According to Pros

These smart picks take the "junk" out of "junk drawer."

Alexandra Frost

Sep 9, 2020

How to Whitewash Wood for a Modern Farmhouse Look

A step-by-step guide to tackling this easy DIY that's fit for farmhouse modern decor.

Brigitt Earley

Aug 29, 2020

6 Reddit Stories of Home Improvement Mistakes—and How to Fix Them

Learn from Redditors before making the mistakes yourself.

Nicoletta Richardson

Aug 28, 2020

The Ultimate Guide to Mixing Leftover Paints the Right Way, According to Pros

One of the most efficient and fun ways to consolidate your leftover paint supply is to mix it up, literally.

Kate Reggev

Aug 27, 2020

This Instagram Is Filled with Major Wall Mural Inspo for Every Room of the House

It's amazing how creative they get with bold patterns, geometric shapes, and wild color combinations.

Lydia Mack

Aug 25, 2020

9 Things That Can Ruin Your Garbage Disposal, According to Plumbers

These seemingly innocent items can cause lots of damage.

Brigitt Earley

Aug 25, 2020

I Painted My Bedroom a Bold Color—and Immediately Regretted It

But you don't have to! Learn from my mistake.

Dominique Gebru

Aug 20, 2020

What to Do if You Hate Your Paint Job (Yep, You Can Save It!)

Not wild about the color after all? All hope's not lost.

Erin Johnson

Aug 19, 2020

5 Mistakes Pro Painters Wish You'd Stop Making

You'll get a better result for less time, money, and hassle by following these pro painting tips.

Brigitt Earley

Aug 17, 2020

How to Grow Ginger Indoors

This tasty edible root is surprisingly easy to grow at home.

Molly Williams

Aug 13, 2020

How to Balance a Wobbly Ceiling Fan

You don't have to live with a rocky ceiling fan. Here's how to fix it.

Brigitt Earley

Aug 11, 2020

16 Home Skills You Should Know by the Time You're 30

How many can you confidently check off this list?

Ashley Poskin

Aug 8, 2020

This Simple-But-Genius TikTok Hack Will Help You Fake Overhead Lighting

This is a cheap fix you can do in 15 minutes.

Megan Baker Detloff

Aug 6, 2020

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