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OK, it's backed more by science than magic. But see how expert research can help you create powerful, even bewitching, interior effects

Repurposed materials, graywater reuse, and no-VOC paints make for a resourcefully earth-friendly home in Quebec

Give your joints a break while you're standing at the stove, with these resilient and beautiful materials for kitchen floors

Prevent injuries and tire damage while making a great first impression by replacing or repairing front paths

Toss some seed bombs around the yard for easy, beneficial plantings

Learn the benefits of painting your trim white, black, neutral, a bold color and more

Find out how the little choices you make can add up to a lot of extra stuff at home — and what to do about it

Find out how to work with a pro to stop mold from damaging your house and health — and how to prevent it from forming

Even if your true love made them, you’re not going to want these holiday-season stains. Here’s how to clean them up

Plants that accumulate dead material, are high in oil or have low moisture content in leaves put some homes at risk