Turn a cookie-cutter dorm room into a stylish and functional spot to live and study. Moving into your school’s dormitories is an exciting opportunity to let your personality shine. But there are also some ground rules for dorm room ideas for decorating. Credit: Kristin Leitten Freling has firsthand experience brightening up student housing, includingher daughter’s cozy freshman dorm room. She says the key to successful dorm room decor is planning ahead....

Ready for a front door refresh but not sure where to start? Look to these expert tips to learn how to pick the right front door colors. Your front door is likely the first thing people see when they visit your home. Credit: Werner Straube “Is it a happy and welcoming yellow or a classic and sophisticated blue? “You also need to take into consideration the color andarchitectural style of your house....

Theres no need to blow your budget to keep your closet under control. Try these DIY closet organizers that benefit your wallet and your wardrobe. While many can help streamline your clothing andmaximize your closet storage, they can also add up quickly. Credit: Jason Donnelly Not only will it save you on a potentially unnecessary expense, butit’s also eco-friendly. Check out the following DIY closet organizer ideas it’s possible for you to create on a dime....

So say goodbye to your weekend take-out plans, and make these Friday night dinner recipes at home instead. The classic recipe is modified so you don’t have to stand at the stove flipping quesadilla after quesadilla. With six variations to try, you’ll never get tired of the popular recipe. Credit: Blaine Moats Mexican Nachos Get the party started with another Friday nightsheet-pan recipe: nachos. This easy cleanup meal makes 6 servings, so youll have plenty to go around....

Try these tips for dealing with pet hair to ensure your laundry is clean and fur-free. But upending this routine can be the ticket to successfully eliminating pet hair. Instead of putting laundry directly into the washer, place the load in the dryer first. Credit:Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty Images This inexpensive pet hair remover is also reusable, making it a cost-effective alternative to traditional sticky rollers. These products work by circulating with your laundry, grabbing onto pet hair to dislodge it from the fabric....

Eliminate household static with a few simple tweaks. What brings on a surge of static shock, to begin with? Thanks to an imbalance of electric charge on the surface of objects, you end up with static electricity. Credit:Nathan Schroder Reducing static around your home is possibleand easy! Here’s everything you oughta know. And when it comes to bed linens especially, Ijaz recommends investing inEgyptian cotton sheets. Because these fabrics are made from natural fibers, they are less likely to generate static electricity....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. KARA MERCER Keeping your food storage area organized and tidy takes some effort, but it’s worth it. But what if you don’t have awalk-in pantryor anypantryat all? Credit:KARA MERCER What if all you’ve got to work with is regular kitchen cabinets? Can you still get all your food organized, accessible, and looking tidy? The answer is yes, absolutely. Credit:KARA MERCER...

These veggies grow so quickly, they can go from seed to plate in less than two months. That means you’ll be enjoying your own fresh, homegrown produce before you know it. Radishes One of the fastest-growing vegetable plants you’re able to grow isradish. Credit: Kindra Clineff Some types are ready to eat in as little as 3 weeks from seeding. Overmature radishes become woody and cracked. Or pick whole plants 5-6 weeks after seeding by pulling or cutting at the soil line....

Youre going to enjoy eating these easy-care garden plants. Of course, the best vegetables to grow in your garden are the ones that you enjoy eating. This collection of edible garden plants will fill your plate with fresh flavors and colors all season long. Credit:BHG / Madelyn Goodnight Heirloom Tomatoes No store-bought tomato can compare to abig, juicy heirloom tomatoplucked fresh from your garden. Heirloom varieties tend to have irregular shapes and thinner skin than mass-market tomatoes....

These robust, low-maintenance groundcovers are ideal for tough spots such as shade, slopes, and poor soil. These dependable, hardworking plants grow densely to carpet the ground with minimal fuss. Some are evergreen, others lose their foliage in winter, and a few tolerate light foot traffic. Credit: Peter Krumhardt Thyme If it’s hot and dry conditions you’re struggling with, it’s time forthyme. This aromatic groundcover excels in beds, borders, and containers....

Choosing indoor plants that are safe for cats helps protect curious pets from harm. Phoebe Cheong Cats are curious animals that will often nibble on houseplant leaves when given the chance. Orchids All orchids are pet-safe, butmoth orchidsare the most common orchids youll find at plant nurseries. Credit:Phoebe Cheong Plus, Christmas cacti bloom in midwinter, just in time for the holidays. Ponytail Palm With slender, curling leaves atop a bulbous trunk,ponytail palmslook almost cartoonish....

Stock your cleaning caddy with these must-have helpers. Microfiber Cloths Microfiber picks up and absorbs dirt and other particles more effectively than cotton rags or sponges. Telescoping Duster Dusters come in many forms, but one of the most useful types is the telescoping duster. Credit: Jason Donnelly BHG / Danielle Moore 6. If your home has hardwood or laminate flooring, atop-quality broomis the ideal tool for daily cleaning. (Aim tovacuum high trafficked areas once a week, and less frequently-used spaces once a month....

Dont wait for spring to tackle these cleaning tasks. Kritsada Panichgul Whilespring cleaningtends to get all the attention, winter cleaning is just as crucial. We’re sharing the top spaces that need a little more TLC between snowball fights and fireside nights. Credit:Kritsada Panichgul Here’s where to start. Entryways (Dont Forget Doormats!) Place a boot tray by the door and encourage everyone to remove their shoes the second they come inside....