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Home Accessories

Accessories are the final touch that make a room shine. Use our tips, ideas, and how-to guides on choosing lighting, adding art, styling shelves, and more.

Mixed metals in a bathroom
Your Bathroom Fixtures Shouldn't Match, Some Designers Say—How to Nail the Look
white bedsheets in primary bedroom
4 Signs You Should Replace Your Sheets Right Now, According to Bedding Pros
decorating over the bed
66 Ideas for Decorating Over the Bed to Create a Stylish Focal Point
best time to buy home appliances
When Is the Best Time to Buy Appliances? These Are Best Holiday Sales You Should Shop
Bedroom Decor
These Are the Best Times to Shop to Save Money on Furniture, Bedding, and More
barrel chairs in living room
Every Popular Type of Chair You Should Know Before Buying One for Your Space
Smokey green wall paint in a bedroom
6 Lighting Mistakes That Are Dimming Your Design, According to Designers
air mattress in empty house
How to Make an Air Mattress More Comfortable Before You Host for the Holidays
House of 1 luxury shower
What Is a Steam Shower? Everything Experts Want You to Know Before Installing One
lighted candles and candle warmer
Are Candle Warmers and Burning Candles the Same? Why One Is Safer and Lasts Longer
tall vases on either side of tv on mantel
How to Decorate a Mantel With a TV So It Actually Looks Good, According to Designers
Living room designed by Studio McGee
How Do Designers Shop for Home Decor? Shea McGee Spills Her Secrets
Basement with picture light
20 Basement Lighting Ideas That Go Beyond Basic Recessed Lights
Candles burning in orange jars surrounded by fall decor
6 Mistakes You're Making When Burning Candles This Fall (and What to Do Instead)
decorating a side table
35 Ideas to Decorate a Side Table—and How to Style It Perfectly
books on a bar cart
Bar Carts Are Out, Book Carts Are In—4 Tips to Try the Space-Saving Trend
Potted plants on three different styles of stools
24 DIY Plant Stands You Can Make for a Lush Display
Table setting with flatware and dishes
5 Signs You Really Need to Replace Your Flatware, According to Experts
microwave in kitchen island
Should You Actually Put a Microwave in a Kitchen Island? Pros Weigh In
Removing tubes from the fluorescent light
7 Easy Ways to Make Fluorescent Lights Look Less Harsh
brightly lit window sill
10 Things You Should Never Put On Your Windowsills
Bed with several decorative throw pillows.
6 Popular Home Decor Items You Really Don't Need, According to Designers
blue velvet sofa
8 Decor Staples Designers Say Have Lasted Every Move (And Most Are Thrifted)
modern marble mantel in living room
A Complete Measuring Guide for Fireplace Mantels Plus All the Styles to Know
coverlet on a bed
What Is a Coverlet? Why Designers Are Obsessed With This Lightweight Bedding This Summer
colorful living room with sconces and chandelier
The 3 Basic Types of Lighting to Know and How to Choose the Right One for Your Space
round mirror hanging over bed
15 Stylish Bedroom Mirror Ideas to Make Any Space Feel Larger
Calimia Home gallery walls
15 Easy Picture Hanging Hacks to Display Your Favorite Memories
Modern living room with arc lamp, gray accent chairs, and rainbow book bookshelves
5 Lighting Hacks Designers Love for a Bright, Beautiful Home
five solid colored pillows on sofa
How to Style Throw Pillows on a Couch So They Actually Look Good
Bookshelf with books of cohesive sizing
How to Decorate With Books in Your Home, According to Designers
plant shelf in kitchen
15 Plant Shelf Ideas We Love to Show Off Your Greenery
A covered patio framed with adjustable white curtains
12 Patio Curtain Ideas for an Instant Chic Makeover for Your Outdoor Space
Corner curtains paired with woven blinds on windows in a sunny sitting room
25 Modern Window Treatment Ideas to Dress Up Any Room
white bed sheets
The 8 Best Materials for Bed Sheets for a Restful Night's Sleep
Pleated curtains in a living room interior
Should Curtains Touch the Floor? Almost Always, Designers Say
bed sheets in bedroom
Bed Sheet Buying Guide: What You Need to Know
Light filtering curtains in a living room interior
How to Choose the Right Curtain Length, Plus Tips for Measuring
Neutral living room with black and gold ceiling light fixture
22 Living Room Ceiling Lighting Ideas to Brighten Any Room
Rattan pendant light hanging in a home office with a wood built-in desk and shelves above it
42 Home Office Lighting Ideas to Brighten Up Your Workspace
Outside-mount window with wicker blinds over white couch
How to Easily Close All Types of Blinds, Even If They're Stuck
Candle warmer lamp on bedroom dresser
We're All Obsessed With Our Candle Warmers—Are They Actually Better Than Fire?
A DIY towel rack ladder
22 DIY Towel Rack Ideas to Customize Your Bathroom
airy and white diy curtains
27 Easy DIY Curtains That Will Look Stylish in Every Space
low ceiling nook with floor lamp and sconces
24 Low Ceiling Lighting Ideas That Aren't Eyesores
A statement-making small primary bathroom with boldly tiled floors, a copper clawfoot tub, and several glass shelves
32 Shower Curtain Ideas That Will Add Maximum Style to Any Bathroom
ways to hang a tapestry
How to Hang a Tapestry 15 Different Ways
Living room with oversized floor mirror.
22 Living Room Decorating Ideas With Mirrors That Are Stylish and Practical
checkered curtains
28 Farmhouse Curtain Ideas That Will Add Rustic Charm to Any Space
Decorating with mirrors
4 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Decorating With Mirrors, Experts Warn
rug in bedroom
Bedroom Rug Placement: Where to Put a Rug in a Bedroom
ikea curtain hack to make IKEA curtains look high end
IKEA Curtain Hack: How to Make IKEA Curtains Look Expensive
Kitchen decor ideas
55 Kitchen Decor Ideas in a Range of Styles to Personalize Your Space
striped rug in kitchen
32 Kitchen Rug Ideas Your Feet Will Thank You For
antelope print rug
30 Office Rug Ideas to Soften Your Work From Home Setup
spring mantel decor ideas
30 Spring Mantel Decor Ideas to Brighten Your Mood
farmhouse wall decor
51 Farmhouse Wall Decor Ideas to Warm Up Your Home
Persian rug on a bathroom floor
23 Bathroom Rug Ideas to Make You Rethink Your Space
wall decor ideas
58 Wall Decor Ideas to Transform Every Room in the House
bar shelf ideas
41 Bar Shelf Ideas to Keep Your Home Bar Looking Sharp
A neutral-colored bedroom with ombre curtains.
20 Bedroom Curtain Ideas to Inspire Your Space
Dining table centerpiece ideas
43 Dining Table Centerpiece Ideas for Any Time of Year
kitchen window treatments
20 Stylish Kitchen Window Treatment Ideas
bedroom rugs ideas
30 Bedroom Rug Ideas to Recreate in Your Home

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