Hosting guests in your home can be a lot of fun. But not having a comfortable place for them to sleep can put a damper on any party. A sleeper sofa, like the Serta Upholstery Martin House Modern Sofa Bed, can be a great option when you don’t have enough space in your house for a dedicated guest room. A high quality sofa bed should be easy to set up, comfortable to sit and sleep on, and able to fit in with your existing decor....
Even so, is an in-home Dewey Decimal System realistic? We turned to the experts to ask their advice for organizing a personal book collection at home. It’s OK to Use Your Books to Add a Color Pop “Color-organized bookshelves are like a work of art,” say Tanya Willock and Temidra Willock-Morsch of Hidden Gem. “We do admire them, and they look fantastic. If you have tons of books that you don’t really use or you have a love for bright colors, we say go for it....
Quartz counter surfaces have come a long way from that pebbly look that many people know. Now you can have quartz counters that look just like marble or granite. Silestone by Cosentino is one of the reputable quartz manufacturers that have developed some amazing natural looking colors. Calypso is also available in Silestone’s suede finish—a matte finish that is great for hiding fingerprints. Silestone has formulated a handful of colors that have the larger repeat to attract even more consumers to the quartz arena, who may not have been crazy about colors with more uniform veins....
Six hills giant catmint is a drought-tolerant perennial, making it low-maintenance and a prime candidate for xeriscaping. It can be considered a showy herb because of its size—nearly 3-feet tall, with a similar-sized spread—and the number of blossoms it bears. This is a long-blooming perennial, making it a great filler plant if you’re striving for a continual sequence of bloom. Nepeta x faassenii is a plant that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds....
Whether you have a dedicated guest room or a rarely-used room you repurpose for guests when they stay over, a cozy guest room is enough to make anyone feel welcome and at home. If you’re wondering how to make the most out of a small guest space, here are our favorite cozy guest rooms your friends and family will never want to leave. We love the traditional wrought iron bed and cozy layered bedding in this space....
The most popular types of house siding are fiber-cement panels, vinyl siding, and plywood. But there is another form of siding that has been used on houses for centuries and which still continues to serve houses well. This siding is called stucco finish. Unlike other types of house finishes, it applies equally well over both masonry and wood-sheathed homes (though with a few modifications for wood-sheathed homes). What Is a Stucco Finish?...
Sweet Pea Care Sweet peas lend a cottage feel to gardens. For many of us, fast-growing sweet peas are an instant nostalgic reminder of the beautiful, rambunctious old-fashioned gardens. These vintage varieties were selected for their vibrant colors and intense fragrance. Modern sweet pea cultivars come in almost every color except yellow, but not all of the newer sweet pea varieties are fragrant. The mature size will depend on the variety you choose to grow, but expect the vines to stretch to at least 6 to 8 feet tall....
Royal Horticultural Society Study In the month-long study, the Royal Horticultural Society recorded 10 people, including both men and women, reading from either literary or scientific works. Each recording was played through a set of headphones that was attached to each tomato plant’s pot (so, one tomato plant per person). The same tomato variety was used, same soil, same care regimen, etc. They also included two plants that were not read to as a control....
“Choosing a towel that is made from high-quality materials, such as premium cotton that has extra-long staple fibers to enhance strength, softness, and absorbency, is the way to go,” Smith adds. To help narrow down your options, we purchased 31 towels to test at The Lab in Des Moines, Iowa. After evaluating each option on its quality, texture, absorbency, durability, and overall value, our winner was the Frontgate Resort Cotton Bath Towel....
“Investing in a comforter set will give your bed a complete and cozy look, and ensure that your shams and comforter share a similar loft and cozy factor,” says Melissa Danielson from Casper’s product development team. Here are the best comforter sets to buy. Price at time of publish: $80 Price at time of publish: $298 Price at time of publish: $100 Price at time of publish: $170 Price at time of publish: $168 Price at time of publish: $59 Price at time of publish: $328 Price at time of publish: $180 Price at time of publish: $220 Price at time of publish: $71 Price at time of publish: $150...
With that in mind, we tested and evaluated products on their construction, upholstery options, aesthetic, special features, and overall value. We know that buying a couch has a lot to do with personal style, so we’ve rounded up options that will fit into spaces big or small, classic or modern, formal or informal. What do buyers say? 1,100+ Burrow reviewers rated this product 5 stars. If you’re looking for a well-made sofa that you can easily customize to fit your home, the Burrow Nomad Sofa is the way to go....
Your final choice will depend on your sink configuration and faucet type, but our overall favorite is the Kohler Sous Pro-Style Sprayer Faucet because it is powerful, easy to install, and features a pull-down sprayer that any cook (or designated dish cleaner) will love. Below, the best kitchen faucets for any type of sink. What do buyers say? 2,300+ Home Depot reviewers rated this product 4 stars or above. The Kohler Sous Pro-Style Sprayer Faucet is an all-around solid pick that gives you both a professional look and superior functionality....
We compiled buying tips from Lindeke, then researched the most comfortable designs of all shapes and sizes. Our favorite is the Nestl Reading Pillow, a plush yet supportive armed backrest with a washable velvet cover. These are the best reading pillows for every budget. Available in a whopping 44 colors, this backrest has a machine-washable, dryer-friendly velvet microfiber cover. It comes in three sizes: petite small (14 x 13 x 24 inches), standard (18 x 14 x 31 inches), premium large (29....
We researched and tested the top dollhouses on the market, evaluating them on ease of set up, size, value, and durability. Our favorite, the Hape All Seasons Kids Wooden Dollhouse, is easy to assemble, constructed of durable wood, and includes accessories that encourage imaginative play. Here are the best dollhouses. If you’re looking for a dollhouse you’d be proud to display in your living room, the Hape All Seasons Wooden Dollhouse is the one....
We researched the best gifts to commemorate eight years together, from traditional bronze and pottery to modern linen and lace, considering the meaning, quality, and return policy of each one. Our favorite picks include the Clay Pottery Kit for 2 for a traditional gift that lends an immersive experience and the 100 Dates Bucket List Scratch Poster to spice up your date nights. Here are the best eighth-anniversary gifts. You have the option to choose from three paint packs according to color preference to decorate your plant pot....
“When choosing a lawn game, the major factors are going to be age of players, size, and portability,” says Gordon Buchanan, founder of Triangle Lawn Games. After hours of research, our top picks include the Spikeball Pro Kit, the Uncommon Goods Kingdoms Lawn Game, and the Kan Jam Original Disc Toss Game. Here, the best lawn games to play for outdoor fun. The Pro Kit is an upgrade to the classic Spikeball set, thanks to added texture on the Pro Balls and stronger rims and legs....
To help you find the perfect gift, we researched the best 40th anniversary gifts, both modern and traditional, considering the interests of the intended recipient and the budget of the gift giver. Our favorite picks include adorable ruby studs from Macy’s, a personalized anniversary journal from Uncommon Goods, and a BloomsyBox Subscription for fresh flowers delivered right to your door every month. Here are the best 40th anniversary gifts. Compared to other jewelry gifts, these add a fun pop of color to any wardrobe without being too flashy....
We researched tons of brands to find gifts that are age appropriate, unique, and speak to the recipient’s interests. Also, we consulted August Abbott, PhD, an Etiquette Expert on JustAnswer, for her own gifting advice on finding the perfect present. Our list includes a whiskey making kit from Uncommon Goods, virtual cooking classes from MasterClass, and more. Here are the best birthday gifts. Price at time of publish: $60 Price at time of publish: $15 per month for all classes Price at time of publish: $150 Price at time of publish: $71 Price at time of publish: $20 for inside writing only Price at time of publish: $16 per month Price at time of publish: $130 Price at time of publish: $45 Price at time of publish: $123 Price at time of publish: $25 Price at time of publish: $68 Price at time of publish: $50 Price at time of publish: $199 Price at time of publish: $58 Price at time of publish: $37 Price at time of publish: $49 Price at time of publish: $99 Price at time of publish: $110 Price at time of publish: $175 Price at time of publish: $62 Price at time of publish: $275 Price at time of publish: $35 for hardcover Price at time of publish: $47 Price at time of publish: $53 for up to 10 characters Price at time of publish: $40 for 16-inch chain Price at time of publish: $35 with no frame Price at time of publish: $120...
We’ve tested numerous Brooklinen products and have even named their sheets and robes some of the best on the market. With that in mind, we’re highlighting our truly stand-out favorites and have narrowed it down to the five best Brooklinen Cyber Monday deals you won’t want to miss. Cyber Monday is a great opportunity to stock up on the basics, and if you’ve been meaning to replace your old sheets, the Classic Core Sheet Set is the perfect upgrade....
“Think about toys that have colors, numbers, and shapes embedded into the materials,” Emily Stith, a licensed speech-language pathologist, shares with The Spruce. “We should be using toys to expose children to a variety of important concepts. Talk about the educational concepts rather than question them.” We researched and tested the top picks on the market—evaluating educational value, durability, and age range—and found lots of great products to entertain any sharp 4-year-old....
