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Check out these small bathroom storage ideas for ways to use every square inch of your bathroom. Between your morningmakeup routineand nightly shower, your bathroom serves many functions in a limited space. These creative small-space hacks will boost bathroom storage, helping you keep everything organized. Credit: Marty Baldwin With the right organization, even the tiniest bathroom can feel luxurious. Mount a Towel Rack Use vertical space to make more room in yourbathroom cabinetsor linen closet....

What is a galley kitchen? This kitchen appears perfectly streamlined thanks to the white counter-to-ceiling tile that coordinates with white cabinetry. Additionally, open shelves match the butcher-blockcountertopsfor a cohesive look that offers more functional storage space. Credit: Stacy Goldberg This narrow galley kitchen pops with walls adorned with a shiny gray tile backsplash andpainted pastel pink. A brass pendant light fixture draws the eye up to expand the space. Monochromatic Palette Every design element in thismonochromaticgalley kitchen is intentional and thoughtful....

Moms just seem to know the secrets to make life easier. Here are all the ways one Midwestern mom uses a kitchen staple: aluminum foil. Growing up in Minnesota, aluminum foil (not tin foil!) Credit:Blaine Moats | Design: Better Homes & Gardens was a constant fixture in my childhood home that my mother built. Aluminum foil has a wide range of uses, from brightening silver to replacing dryer sheets. Brighten Your Silver Jewelry...

The 2024 Pantone Color of the Year of Peach Fuzz looks gorgeous in any garden. Here are some of ourBHG Test Gardenpicks for bringing peach-colored flowers and foliage into your garden year-round. This neweravens(Geumspp.) Credit:Courtesy ofWhite Flower Farm This perennial grows best in part shade to full sun andHardiness Zones 5-7. The easy-carecoleus’s peach-colored leaves are strikingly outlined in red and green. ‘Itsy Bitsy Peach’ reaches only 18 inch tall and 24 inches wide....

No need to slice these hand pie recipes! These hand pie recipes include something for everyone. Each bite contains bits of melty chocolate and crunchy texture from chopped hazelnuts. Credit: Blaine Moats These are made easily withpuff pastry sheets, so once theyre assembled, simply place them in the air-fryer. Pork Empanadas with Jicama Pico de Gallo Empanadasare such a comfort food. Cozy up with these delicious empanadas made with a warmly spiced pork mixture and served with pico de gallo....

Bacteria isnt just lurking in dark corners of the houseit often hides in plain sight. Add these items to your regular cleaning routine to maintain a more sanitary space. If we asked you to guess the filthiest part of any home, you might guess the toilet. Credit:Adam Albright In fact, plenty of other things in your home surpass the toilet in terms of grossness. Adam Albright 1. The primary reason is cross-contamination in the kitchen....

If your linen closet is bursting at the seams, its probably time to let these items go. John Granen Linen closets come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Whatever your situation currently looks like, if the space is overstuffed, its time to declutter. Credit:John Granen Consider replacing them with a new set of fluffywhite towels that you might bleachand keep fresh for longer. Take a few minutes to pull each item out and check for expiration dates....

Get into the habit of adding these items to your laundry routine more often. During busy seasons, it can be tempting to push non-urgent chores to the back burner. If you already feel overwhelmed by overflowing laundry hampers, don’t panic. Credit:Jason Donnelly Many of the household items listed below dont need to go through the laundry weekly or even monthly. Andsetting a schedulefor yourself can help you stay on top of the task....

Keep these items looking like new by keeping them out of your dryer. From delicate fabrics to fire hazards, some things just don’t belong in the dryer. Take the item out within 10 minutes. Credit:Kinga Krzeminska / Getty Images Sweaters In the world of laundry, nothing is more delicate than the knitted yarn of a favorite sweater. When washed improperly, knitted fabrics can permanently lose their shape due toshrinking, stretching, andpilling....

Use this bathroom tile guide to help sort through the many price, maintenance, and design options. Bathroom tilescome in various materials, shapes, and colors, but not all are suitable forwet spots. Nonvitreous tile, such as terra-cotta, absorbs moisture and is appropriate only for accent areas. Credit: Julie Soefer Photography LLC In general, all bathroom tiles should have a highcoefficient of frictionto prevent slipping. Some cement tiles look rough-hewn, while others sport smooth finishes....

Dive into the most popular types of sinks and learn what each style is best suited for. They serve as more of a utilitarian option than standard sinks. It’s a great choice for those who need to care for fragile kitchenware or preferhandwashing dishes. Credit:Robert Peterson you might also use the drainboard section to hold a dish drying rack or for food prep. But a drainboard sink can appear cluttered or crowded if you place one in a small space....

Succulents are unique and eye-catching plants that deserve a vessel that matches their interesting charm. Tucked in back, the tin lid adds color and kitschy style. Use a white cup for a modern look or an ornate one for a vintage feel. Credit: Jason Donnelly The plants are shallow-rooted so they will live happily in a teacup. Beer Can Cactus Planter Prickly pear cactus(Opuntiasp.) sprouting from an empty beer can shows that anything can become a potential planter....

Learn how universal design can help make your home more welcoming to all people. Universal design aims to ensure everyoneregardless of age, size, or abilitycan safely and effectively use a space. According to Reitz, two core concepts of universal design are to reduce tripping hazards and increase reachability. Credit: Cameron Sadeghpour “You don’t want to have to stoop low or reach too high,” says Reitz. Open Up the Layout At least one bedroom and bathroom should be located on an accessible, ground-floor level....