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Brighten Faded Carpets and Rugs

Sunlight is notorious for fading carpet fibers. Here's a natural way to dial up the color.

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Home Ec: Caring for Hardwood Floors

The keys to a fabulous hardwood floor? Proper cleaning and regular maintenance.

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In the Spotlight: Cut Pile Carpet

Looking for wall-to-wall carpeting? Consider cut pile: a dense, cushiony flooring favorite.

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Lesley Unruh

Hardware Store Decor

Posted Sep 12th 2011 by Kristine Hansen

A new book shows how to turn common items into chic home furnishings.

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Don Freeman

Tour George Nakashima's "Handmade House"

Posted Aug 29th 2011 by Michael Gotkin

It only makes sense that artists' homes would be as inspired and beautiful as their work. Case in point: The Pennsylvania home of George Nakashima.

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5 Unusual Uses For Place Mats

Posted Aug 25th 2011 by DIY Life Staff

Give your place mats a second life with these creative ideas.

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Age Fotostock

Window Maintenance

Posted Aug 23rd 2011 by DIY Life Staff

Windows feeling extra heavy? We swear they're not gaining weight. Replace those window sashes and they'll open and close smoothly.

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The Fabled Needle

High-Design Hack: Pouf Ottoman

Posted Jun 6th 2011 by Brie Dyas

You don't have to shell out up to $500 to get your own slouchy seat. If you use recycled materials, this DIY will set you back...nothing!

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Curbspotting: Vintage Chair

Posted Jun 3rd 2011 by Brie Dyas

A beat-up chair gets a new life with fresh paint and new cushions.

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KSS Architects; Taylor Photo

Architectural Inspiration: Daylighting

Posted May 25th 2011 by Brie Dyas

Inspiration from a genius architectural firm on how daylighting can improve your space

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Sherry Griffin, ReadyMade

Magnetic Paint Gallery Wall

Posted May 9th 2011 by Brie Dyas

Make the Biggest Magnetic Surface Ever

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