3 Tips for Fitting Sofa Slipcovers with Loose Cushions
Finding and fitting slipcovers for sofas with loose cushions or pillows on the back can be challenging, but we found an easy way to get it done. This simple method works with most standard slipcovers, including loose-fit and stretch-fit styles from top brands like Surefit, Easy-Going, and PureFit. Our Loose-Cushion Sofa Slipcover Project This sofa […]
5 Reasons to Switch to a Smart Door Lock in 2024
If you still use a traditional key and lock system on your doors, it’s time to upgrade. Smart door locks offer many advantages over traditional counterparts, from convenience and peace of mind to increased security and curb appeal. You can find smart locks for all needs and budgets, from inexpensive keypad locks to Wi-Fi-enabled systems […]
Tips for Picking the Best Wall Paints for Kids
Over the years, we’ve been asked about the best paint for children’s bedrooms, nurseries, and busy family spaces. While we’re not professional painters, we seem to make a hobby of painting, re-painting, and re- re-painting our homes, so we feel very qualified to tackle this question. Happily, it’s an easy answer… Paint formulation and finish […]
DIY Easy-to-Update Family Photo Gallery
Got a little extra wall space? Showcase your snapshots, favorite family pictures or gotta-see-it candid shots in a great-looking family photo gallery that’s easy to change and update as your photo collection grows. Materials: Gallery-style photo frames (front-loaders work best for quick updates) Favorite photos (5×7 and 4×6) Nails Hammer Tape Paper Step 1: First, […]
Slipcover Shopping Guide
We’ve helped thousands of customers choose the right slipcover solution for their home, and have made or installed countless slipcovers ourselves. Though we no longer sell ready-made furniture slipcovers, we’ve compiled this slipcover shopping guide to help you pick the slipcover solution – from ready-mades, to custom, to do-it-yourself – that best fits your home, […]
Faves! Washable Area Rugs Perfect for Busy Family Life
Have an area in your home that needs a style refresher or a pop of color to liven things up? Area rugs offer a quick and easy room makeover. In fact, they’re often the first thing professional decorators pull out of their bag of tricks. But what if your home plays host to busy kids […]
Video DIY: How to Re-Cover Chair Cushions
Have an out-of-date or dingy upholstered chair seat that’s seen one too many spills? Our DIY Re-Cover Chair Cushions video shows you how to easily re-cover dingy chair cushions — or just give them an updated look. Most chair cushions can be re-covered in just minutes and our video shows how to get nice, crisp, professional-looking […]
Four Quick Low-Cost Decorating Tips to Perk Up Post-Holiday Homes
You can create a new look, add pizzazz or a make decorative statement on even the tiniest budget. Just add your own creativity to some helpful tips from a few innovative decorators. Here are some great ways to make the most of shoestring-budget decorating projects.