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Should I Use a Plastic or Wooden Chopping Board? There's a Clear Winner, but Also a Good Reason You Might Want to Keep Both

Yes, wooden cutting boards look better and are better for you, but there are still times plastic wins out during the cooking process

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5 Scents Fragrance Experts Say You Should Steer Clear Of — And That Can Ruin the Overall Vibe of Your Home

Avoid overwhelming the ambiance of your home with these scents that are just all wrong and much too heavy

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Stainless Steel Worktops Make Me Nervous — Can You Really Live With This Trendy Surface at Home? The Pros and Cons, Explained

The experts provide a detailed breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of this material, as well as its potential as an investment.

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This Period Home Hides a "Monastic Sense of Serenity" Behind Its Doors — But You'd Never Guess at First Glance

The architects behind the bold vision for this London house only take on commissions where the idea excites them — and this result speaks for itself

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How This Interior Designer's Own Tiny Bathroom in Bristol Bottled the Balearic Islands

Eco-friendly in design, with luxury appeal, this bathroom looks like it was plucked straight out of a boutique spa hotel

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Forget Fake-Smelling Pumpkin Spice Candles — Try These 7 Ways to Make a Home Smell Like Autumn, Naturally

If you want to create an autumnal ambiance au naturale, here are some clever ways to scent your home DIY-style

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I Asked Interior Designers What They'd Actually Buy for Their Homes for Halloween — These Are the Pieces They Sent Me

Take these Halloween decor buys as a lesson on how to embrace the spooky season tastefully

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Okay Wait, These New M&S Table Lamps All Look Designer (and Expensive), but Are Each Under £60?

There's something in the water at M&S's lighting department this season. These table lamps are too cool, but they're also extremely reasonably priced — make it make sense

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Gloss or Matte? How to Choose the Right Countertop Finish Before Remodeling So You're Not Stuck With Surfaces You Regret

Should I choose matte or glossy countertops? Our kitchen experts settle the debate between the two…and reveal how to choose the right finish every time

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5 Countertop Colors That Are Going Out of Style, and What You Should Choose Instead — According to Kitchen Designers

Don't shoot the messenger, but the experts have told me all the countertop shades they never want to see again, and their answers might surprise you

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So, I Changed My Mind on a Paint Color Halfway Through Decorating My Room — Now What?

Take a deep breath. These paint and color experts explain how to 'fix' a paint color (and it's not as hard as it may seem)

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I'm Not Big on Buying 'Autumn Decor', but This One Simple Switch Makes My Home Feel Styled for the Season

Don't get me started on Pumpkin-themed homeware — this simpler approach to seasonal styling feels tasteful, not tacky

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I Didn't Think I Was Into the Country Aesthetic, Until I Saw This New Textiles Collection From Soho Home

These signature soft furnishings will help transform any contemporary space into a chic and eclectic country retreat

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Should You Choose Your Bathroom Paint Color or Tiles First? The Designers I Asked Have This Trick to Creating a Space That Flows Well

To paint first or not to paint first? That is the question, and here, the experts answer all your questions when it comes to cohesive design

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What to Expect at Focus/25 as the Design World Converges on London

Setting the agenda for the season ahead, Focus/25 at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, is an event not to be missed on the design calendar

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Can I Put a Hot Pan on My 'Heat-Resistant' Countertops? What to Know About the Different Materials, and the Catastrophic Mistake to Avoid

Can your countertop handle the heat? Our experts break down the best countertop materials for just that

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This Just-Launched Sofa Bed Has Secret Storage and a Space-Saving Design That Makes It A Saviour for a Small Living Room or Guest Bed

A new launch from an editor-favorite brand, this sleeper sofa is a big contender for those looking to make more room for guests this season

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How to Design a 'Conversation Room' — The Space Everyone in Design Is Talking About

Not quite a living room and far more than just a nook, the conversation room is enjoying a moment in the spotlight — here’s how to create one yourself

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21 Just-Launched Homewares This September That I Already Can't Stop Thinking About

It's finally time to embrace the upcoming autumn season with decor that oozes cozy-chic

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"I'm Not Sure I'd Choose Them Again" — Should I Get Sink Draining Grooves Cut Into My Countertop? The Pros and Cons, Explored

It's time to get groovy... or is it? The experts break down whether you really need these drainage lines on your kitchen counter and why

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This Fragrance Expert Gave Me the Easy Recipe for DIY Reed Diffusers Refills and I'm About to Make My Own

Instead of letting your beautiful old diffuser bottles go to waste, give them a second life by crafting your own refill

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How Much Space Should There Actually Be Between a Kitchen Countertop and Upper Cabinets? A Small Detail That Makes a Big Design Difference

I consulted the experts to get the lowdown on all things cabinets and countertops

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'Dirty Neutrals' Might Sound Grubby, but They're the Decorating Trend That Gives Your Lackluster Scheme More of an Atmosphere

Plain beiges and flat grays are getting a much-needed upgrade — these are the murkied, muddied shades to decorate with now

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5 Secrets of Japanese Sleep That Might Help You Get a Better Night's Rest

There's more than calming design inspiration to learn from East Asia, and these tips for good sleep are just another lesson in wellness

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24 Walk-In Shower Ideas That Will Drench Your Space in Luxury

From stylish shower curtains to nifty niches, these walk-in shower ideas are dripping with style

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