From polishing silver to removing grease stains, cornstarch has many household cleaning uses. Its also absorbent, so it easily soaks up moisture, dirt, oil, and smells. Its more affordable than commercially-made cleaners, too. Credit:Liudmila Chernetska / Getty Images These are a few of our favorite ways to use cornstarch to clean common household items. Clean Glass and Windows Cornstarch makes a great naturalglass cleaner. Mix a tablespoon each of cornstarch and vinegar with 2 cups of water and stir until dissolved....

Identify Priority Spaces First, get focused. Use peel-and-stick wallpaper for a mess-free project you’re able to finish in just one day. Once the basics are in place, incorporate seasonalartwork and decoror vases of flowers for an extra festive touch. Credit: Jay Wilde Refresh Your Walls A coat of paint is an affordable way to transform a new home for the holidays. Dingy walls are restored and give a room a whole new brighter and cleaner look....

Design experts share how to use the fan-favorite neutral paint color just about anywhere. Courtesy of Shea McGee / Lucy Call Neutral hues are timeless and reliable. Neutrals work in kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms,living spaces, and exteriors. Credit:Courtesy of Shea McGee / Lucy Call We turned to designers and color experts to find out what all the hype is about. What Color Is Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore? “Swiss Coffee OC-45 is the perfect neutral,” McGee says....

You might be surprised to learn that these vintage hand-me-downs are worth some cash. see to it to cross-check the value and look at the condition of an item before purchasing. David Land 1. Credit:David Land The original trees often sell for upwards of $200, depending on the punch in and condition. During the Christmas season, the prices might even go higher as demand increases. Extra large trees and musical trees are worth the most money....

Adam Albright There’s something magical about the nostalgia of the holiday season. This year, we looked to our holiday archives for inspiration. We combed through past Christmas issues and found plenty ofvintage decorating ideasto bring back. Credit:Adam Albright To inspire your holiday displays, we’ve updated some old standbys and left a few classics unchanged. These are our favoritevintage Christmas decorating trendsthrough the years, along with our modern take on them....

These design comebacks include block print wallpaper, charming linens, and the new ‘it’ neutral: brown. Wallpaper continues to be popular, withall-over pattern drenchingand nostalgic block print patterns maximizing the vintage charm factor. Shades of Brown There is a nostalgic warmth aboutthe color brown. Credit:Lauren Andersen/Sen Creative / Interior Designer: Noz Nozawa “Look for classic patterns and colors that complement your existing decor,” Taylor says. To truly embrace the vintage trend, complete the space with soft accents and thoughtfully curated heirloom furniture....

Designers share the fresh patterns and timeless styles that are here to stay. Helen Norman Wallpaper isn’t going anywhere in 2025. Well into its resurgence in popularity, there are now perhaps as many wallpaper styles aspaint colors. Credit:Helen Norman Botanical prints, stripes, and block patterns are the fresh looks you’ll see emerging throughout the year. Functionality is also an important aspect designers are paying attention to right now. These are the top wallpaper trends of 2025and how the experts recommend using them....

Keep all your veggies well hydrated and healthy with these simple tips. How do you know when to water your vegetables and how much water to apply? For example,watering seedlingsis different from watering established vegetable plants. Credit: William N. Hopkins Watering in-ground beds differs from watering containers. And watering in the morning is better than watering at noon. Understanding these differences will maximize yourwatering efficiency. Credit: Cameron Sadeghpour Under or overwatering seedlings....

Draw these beautiful pollinators to your yard with our seven secrets for a successful monarch garden. It’s no secret that filling your garden withpollinator-friendly plantswill encourage an array of beautifuland beneficialwinged guests to visit. But have you considered how to attract monarch butterflies specifically? Credit: Kritsada Panichgul Make your garden a more welcoming haven for monarchs with these seven tips. Make Milkweed Your Focus What flowers do monarch butterflies like best?...

Bleach is a germ-busting solution for dirty bathroom surfaces. Here’s how to use it safely and effectively with our tips. When it comes tocleaning the bathroom, having to deal with mold and bacteria is practically guaranteed. Photo courtesy of Getty Images / Vast Photography. But bleach, a powerful cleaner, can be used to zap germs, brighten surfaces, andeliminate odors. Before cleaning with bleach, however, it’s important to take some safety precautions....

Concrete makes a tough, durable surface, and securing anything to it typically requires special tools. To increase holding power, choose a fastener that burrows deeper into the concrete or has a larger diameter. In that case, consider the following types of fasteners to securely attach a wall to concrete. Credit: Marty Baldwin Choose a 72 mm fastener length when working with 2x stock. A yellow booster is about midway on the power range and is usually a good starting point....

These design tips might just make you excited for laundry day. She suggests planning the space around the tasks anddesigning custom cabinetryto house all key laundry-related appliances. Custom cabinetry opens up so many possibilities for unique storage options, she says. Credit:PETER CHRISTIANSEN VALLI Lindsay Lucas, the designer behindLindsay Laine Interiors, swears by this trick to instantlyjazz up your laundry room. But, with a few cool touches, your laundry room could steal the show in your home....

From repellents to lemon juice, here are a few simple ways to keep pests off your pumpkins. Brie Goldman Pumpkins are a favorite Halloween decoration because they areeasy to carve for jack-o-lanternsand use forfall craft projects. Unfortunately, pumpkins are also an attractive food source for pests and insects. Credit:Brie Goldman Here are natural and non-toxic ways to prevent bugs from ruining your Halloween. How to Prevent Bugs from Ruining Your Pumpkins 1....