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It's Shocking How Much Dirt Some Vacuums Miss Apr. 20, 2023
Perhaps this has happened to you: You've lived with carpeting, and then for one reason or another yo... Read More
Preferred Color Apr. 15, 2023
Color is the most defining design element in a room. Colors can make a room appear cold and institut... Read More
Moving Again? Apr. 08, 2023
I can't believe I'm moving again. It's been five years in my current condo, but an empty nest is not... Read More
Focusing on a Focal Point Apr. 01, 2023
Ever enter a room and feel a bit disoriented? Chances are what is missing is a focal point. A quick ... Read More
When Less Is Best Mar. 23, 2023
The dishwasher was crammed full of dirty dishes, company would be arriving shortly and (wouldn't you... Read More
It's So Palm Beach! Mar. 18, 2023
Palm Beach: Just the sound of the name is powerful enough to conjure visions of beautiful estates, s... Read More
The Power of Black Mar. 11, 2023
Black is used by designers all over the world. Industrial designers use it to accent shiny and polis... Read More
Ceramic Tile Kitchen Floor Mar. 09, 2023
Dear James: My linoleum kitchen floor is worn, and I want to replace it with ceramic tile. The floor... Read More
How to Clean a Bathtub Anti-Slip Bottom Mar. 06, 2023
If you have a bathtub with a slip-resistant bottom that still looks dingy, grungy and downright grim... Read More
A Comfortable Home for Everyone Mar. 04, 2023
A comfortable home environment will relax you the minute you step inside. Great designs should alway... Read More
Get Out NOW! I Need to GO! Feb. 25, 2023
Those of a certain age may relate to the image of a long line of children and adults waiting anxious... Read More
Hotel Rooms That Make Stuff Disappear Feb. 15, 2023
I am embarrassed to admit how many personal items I've left behind in hotel rooms over the years. I'... Read More
Deck the Walls Feb. 11, 2023
If the walls could speak ... Well, sometimes they do! Wallcoverings can tell part of your story. The... Read More
Proper Carpet Padding Is as Important as Carpet Feb. 09, 2023
Dear James: The carpeting in our living room needs to be replaced. I know how to evaluate and select... Read More
A Little Appliance Know-How Can Save a Lot of Money Feb. 08, 2023
If you've been reading this column for any length of time, you know that my husband and I have repai... Read More
Dems Attack Suburban Homeowners Feb. 08, 2023
If you've worked hard to afford a suburban house with a patch of lawn where your kids can play, you'... Read More
Should You Fix It or Nix It? Feb. 07, 2023
You're worried that the washing machine is on its last spin cycle. It makes a horrible screeching so... Read More
Excellent Solutions for Your 7 Biggest Clutter Problems Jan. 30, 2023
I have a theory that most of us would be more than willing to let go of the stuff that's cluttering ... Read More
Country Houses Jan. 28, 2023
For many, living in country houses is as common as living in any city. For some it might be a second... Read More
