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    The Right Way to Clean a Couch, According to a Top Expert

    After all the Hallmark movie marathons and Netflix binges, your couch quickly becomes the catch-all spot for crumbs, popcorn kernels, and occasional wine spills. While vacuuming or wiping down your sofa may tackle dirt, pet hair, and crumbs, bust out your fabric steamers and cleaners if you really want to get rid of set-in stains […] More

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    10 Kitchen Design Questions, Answered by an Expert

    Each home — and every kitchen — is unique, full of its own quirks, challenges, and charms. Since the kitchen is one of the busiest and most functional places in a house, building a system that works for you is a must. We recently asked our Instagram followers to share their biggest questions about their […] More

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    The Right Way to Kill Coronavirus Germs, According to Cleaning Experts

    As more information about the coronavirus pandemic develops, some of the information in this story may have changed since it was last updated. For the most up-to-date information on COVID-19, please visit the online resources provided by the CDC, WHO, and your local public health department. Killing germs on household surfaces is nothing new. You’re […] More

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    How to Design a Modern, Minimal Kitchen

    A modern kitchen’s sleek, minimal design, relies on clean lines, neutral base colors, and tidy surfaces to keep the atmosphere serene. The style serves as a calm and collected backdrop for what you choose to layer over it—a bold pattern on drawer fronts, pops of color in a backsplash, matte or shiny metals in light […] More

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    How to Design a Classic Kitchen That Will Stand the Test of Time

    Building a brand-new kitchen that feels like it’s been there forever offers the best of both worlds: Contemporary needs are met in a comfortable, timeless gathering space appropriate for a parade of guests. It’s a kitchen that can grow and adapt to changing needs, while still retaining a warm and inviting vibe—a balance most people […] More