Why wallpaper peels, and how to fix it

The problem could be the wall surface, the adhesive or a combination of the two

By Jeanne HuberMay 12, 2023

Paint for moody master bedrooms, updating builder white: An expert’s tips

Andrea Magno of Benjamin Moore joins Jura Koncius to take questions about color trends and all things paint.

By Jura KonciusMay 11, 2023
Perspective

Finding space to come out, and live

I had to outgrow the walls I built to show up as my fullest self

By Sage AgeeMay 11, 2023

7 DIYs that add instant character, according to interior designers

Interior decorators share their best secrets for amping up a room’s personality without spending a lot

By Michelle BrunnerMay 11, 2023

‘Every room tells a story.’ These designers want to help you find it.

Design duo Tavia Forbes and Monet Masters have built a business based on listening to clients and teaching them to look at their spaces as pieces of art.

By Alexis E. BartonMay 11, 2023

Forget Uber Eats. Modern-day homesteaders prefer to live off the land.

Some homeowners use gardening, lumber production and other subsistence skills — paired with community support — to take more control over their lives.

By Chris MoodyMay 10, 2023

How to renovate an old house without sacrificing its character

Respecting your home’s history — while injecting it with your personality — is a balancing act. Here’s how to pull it off.

By Michelle BrunnerMay 10, 2023

She bought her dream home. Then she noticed the snakes in her wall.

Amber Hall saved for years to buy a house for her family in Centennial, Colo. She was happy until she noticed snakes in the wall of her garage.

By Kyle MelnickMay 10, 2023

Flipping the script on a ‘granny flat’

Climate expert Mary Nichols added a granny flat to her historical Los Angeles home, where she now lives with her family.

By Maile PingelMay 9, 2023
The Home You OwnPerspective

How I beat the algorithm to find my own design style

Cottagecore, Japandi, Dark Academia: Cutting through fads on Instagram and Pinterest to figure out what I genuinely liked required strategy — and expert help

By Maggie LangeMay 9, 2023

Living happily — and calmly — alongside 80 houseplants

A conversation with blogger and Instagram personality Tracey Hairston about how she uses plants to anchor her very personal space.

By Amanda LongMay 8, 2023
Advice

How to repair — or replace — damaged dresser drawer handles

Unlike kitchen cabinet handles, dresser drawer pulls don't come in standard sizes, making it trickier to find replacements.

By Jeanne HuberMay 5, 2023

Are gray walls dead? Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent answered that and more

Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent will answer your questions about whether gray or beige is the neutral of the moment, or whether color is making a comeback.

By Jura KonciusMay 4, 2023

Bathtubs range from basic to spa-worthy. Here’s how to choose.

Options include inexpensive fiberglass, classic cast iron and models with aroma, chroma or hydrotherapy.

By Jerica PenderMay 4, 2023

We tried ‘the AI interior designer.’ It has a lot to learn.

Ludwig, a new artificial intelligence tool, wants to decorate your home. But we found some of its choices perplexing.

By Jamie KillinMay 4, 2023

Two French gourmets, one petite kitchen. Here’s how they make it work.

The key to living with a small kitchen is ruthless editing. Keep only the cooking equipment and dishes that are essential to your lifestyle.

By Jura KonciusMay 3, 2023

How to finally get those photos off your phone and onto your walls

Yes, it is possible to free some of the thousands of images from your phone and turn them into art. Here’s how professional photographers do it.

By Kristin LunaMay 3, 2023

Bidding wars and $1,000 succulents: The wild world of rare houseplants

Serious houseplant collectors travel to auctions and sleuth online for unusual or status varieties — often made all the more covetable by social media

By Hannah HollandMay 2, 2023

How to finally get an organized garage

Garages are a favorite dumping ground for all sorts of stuff making them a common pain point. These tips will help you take back control.

By Kathryn O'Shea-EvansMay 2, 2023

8 tasks for your May home maintenance checklist

Take advantage of the beautiful May weather by focusing on outdoor chores this month.

By Jeanne HuberMay 1, 2023