You might think it’s self-cleaning, but your dishwasher needs regular upkeep to keep it working hard for you

As your dishwasher goes into overdrive, here are a few tricks for getting your plates, glasses and silverware sparkling clean

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Learn stripping, staining, painting and reupholstering basics to make bargain-basement furniture worthy of center stage at home

From topiaries and climbing roses to toile and tea, these design ideas can skew cozy casual or manor formal

If you're itching to reduce allergy symptoms, this mini guide to reducing allergens around the house can help

Facing a window or your guests? In a corner or near the dishwasher? Here’s how to find the right location for your sink

You might never think to use household standards in creative ways like these, but you’ll be glad we did

Once a place for a miller to store his cart, this tiny building is now a cozy home, redesigned using reclaimed materials

Treasures from the past, contemporary colors and a drum set just like Ringo Starr's warm up this chef’s home