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6 Of The Best Ways To Whiten Your Nails (so easy and they actually work!)

On the hunt for the best ways to whiten your nails because your dark colored nail polish has decided to leave it's mark? You're not alone. Fortunately, there are several easy ways to do this with ingredients you probably already have at home!

Working with White Seamless Paper: Super White vs. Pure White vs. White

In this article we'll be discussing the differences between each of the 3 Savage seamless white paper colors along with different light setups and side by side examples of each. This should help you decide how to pick the right white seamless paper for the job and how to setup your lights for different effects.

The Near-Black Surface: A Design Doppelgänger

Whether your goal is to create a space with dark and light appeal or bring in some deep jewel tones for dramatic effect, deeply colored surfaces that aren’t quite black are right on trend. These looks help you add a surprising and timeless element to commercial or residential spaces to set the mood — without going back to black.

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Source List: 20 Wallpapers That Make the Room

Find out where to get the wallpaper that makes the difference in these popular interiors

6 Tips For Hiring A Painting Contractor

Painting is one of the quickest ways to improve and increase the value of your home. A fresh coat of paint brightens a room and makes the exterior look newer. Although painting is a common DIY project for most homeowners, it may be more work than you are willing to do. If you lack the time and skill

What You Need to Know About Hardware Beta Tests

This chapter in our What You Need to Know series gives you actionable advice for running a successful hardware beta test.

How to Restore Hardware in 5 Minutes with 1 Product

Put that spray paint down! Instead of painting your old hardware, restore it! Find out how to restore hardware in five minutes with one little thing...

DIY Home: How to Use Door Hardware to Complement Your Home Decor

From the handleset to the furniture to the faucet fixtures, there should be continuity in home design that begins with the front door. “The door defines the front of the house,” says Hatch Works interior designer Ashley, who stresses the importance of incorporating door hardware into a home’s decor. Ashley explains how you can incorporate …

What Restoration Hardware Can Learn From J.C. Penney

Restoration Hardware’s move to end promotions means it isn’t out of the woods after recent supply-chain woes.

Hardware Hides Many Sins

A lesson I learned early in my career - you don't need to micro-optimize as long as you have fast enough hardware.

Love Restoration Hardware, but Not Its Prices? 7 Ways to Get It for Less

Once you get over the sticker shock of Restoration Hardware price tags, dig into our guide to how to save money on the store’s pricey merchandise. You could score RH furniture, hardware and home decor for up to 60% off. Here are seven ways to save money at RH.

Hardware Grades: Which One Works Best?

I’ve been known to get confused about hardware grades from time to time. In fact, there’s an entire outtake of me arguing with Eric about which hardware grade is for residential use. He was right. ...

3 Hidden Reasons to Replace Aging Hardware

Clutching onto aging hardware? Don't. Here are some reasons why you should replace it.