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This Weekend: Contend With (& Conquer) Your Bathroom Storage
Some storage spots are easier to ignore than others which means house clutter tends to accumulate and linger there far longer than it should. We give those spots the side eye (and ourselves a mental reprimand) every time we walk by, but we often need a nudge to actually deal with the trouble spot. Consider this post a friendly little prod in the direction of your bathroom sink, and all the stuff currently hiding beneath it.
Oct 13, 2022
How To Make Your Bath Hold More Water for Deeper Soak
After a really hectic week, we always look forward to taking the stress off with a long soak in the tub. Our bathtub is clawfoot and charming, but here’s the challenge. The overflow valve is placed so low that the water starts to drain out before the bathtub is anywhere near full. We scoured the web for solutions to this that we’ll share, as well as our own happy solution. Hint: you can make your tub “deeper” without renovating.
Oct 13, 2022
Inexpensive Organizers Everyone With a Small Bathroom Should Be Using
If you’ve got a small bathroom, you’re really making a fatal design and storage mistake by not including these five smart storage tools. These five items will give you more storage space, make your existing storage space more efficient and make using your small bathroom a lot more enjoyable. Hate opening your bathroom drawers to a jumble of toiletries? Create your own affordable drawer dividers to transform those junk drawers into spaces that make you happy to open and use every day.
Oct 13, 2022
9 (Way Too Common) Bathroom-Cleaning Mistakes You Might Be Making
Although apparently your kitchen sink is dirtier than your toilet, nothing feels like a dirtier job than cleaning the bathroom. All the more reason to clean it as thoroughly as you can. Taking a look at these often overlooked ways to tidy the bathroom could very well make your bathroom cleaner than it’s ever been. Next time “bathroom cleaning” shows up on your chore checklist, consider adding one or more of these tasks that might be missing from your routine.
Oct 13, 2022
The Secret to Kitchens & Bathrooms That Will Never Go Out of Style
As Nancy pointed out recently, there are some kitchen design choices that never go out of style — retro SMEG fridges and farmhouse sinks fall firmly in this category. If they’ve been considered stylish and practical for decades, chances are they’ll still be popular a couple decades from now.
Oct 13, 2022
Black and White and Gold in the Bathroom
Black and white and gold is a striking color combination, and nowhere is that more true than in the bathroom. Gold fixtures in the bathroom is a look we’re seeing more and more of, and paired with a black and white color scheme, they add a pleasing bit of drama to a humble space. Above: A black ceiling, black door, and encaustic tile floor add delicious drama to a bathroom spotted on Desire to Inspire. A black bathroom with white and gold accents from Godrich Interiors.
Oct 12, 2022
How To Make the Most of a Bathroom with a Pedestal Sink
Does your bathroom have a pedestal sink? I definitely feel your short-on-storage pain. Here’s how to make the most of your small bathroom, with examples from our House Tours: 1. Add furniture. If your bathroom has a layout that allows for a freestanding piece of furniture, count your lucky stars and get to shopping. 2. Utilize the top of your toilet. If your tank has a flat top, use it for some practical and pretty open storage. 3. Any flat surface is fair game.
Oct 12, 2022
Alternative Uses for Towel Bars That'll Maximize Storage
Organize & Clean
They have so much more potential than just holding towels.
Oct 11, 2022
B&A: A Spa-Style Bathroom Redo Done for a Third of the Original Quote
HOME PROJECTS
Working with the big stuff that was already in place helped this savvy homeowner create her dream bathroom for a lot less.
Oct 7, 2022
We’re Calling It: Pachira Aquatica Is the Easiest Indoor Tree
If you’re exploring indoor trees for your home but aren’t sure where to begin, trust us when we say that the Pachira Aquatica is the tree you want. It is virtually kill-proof, relatively tidy, and grows as large (or as small) as you want. They are also pretty much immune to the most common cause of black thumbs: over-watering (hey, we’ve all been there).
Oct 5, 2022
B&A: A $24 Peel-And-Stick Project Makes an IKEA Vanity Look MUCH More Expensive
HOME PROJECTS
"We were in the process of renovating our whole bathroom and really wanted a wooden vanity, but the ones we liked were all out of our budget," this homeowner says. IKEA hack to the rescue!
Oct 5, 2022
The Question You’re Afraid to Ask: How to Clean the Stuff You Use to Clean the Toilet
How long has it been since you properly cleaned your toilet brush? Or—gasp!—the toilet brush holder? Here's how to do it.
Sep 28, 2022
Reese Witherspoon’s Renovated Powder Room Would Surely Be Elle Woods-Approved
Whoever said orange is the new pink was seriously disturbed.
Sep 28, 2022
How To Clean an Old Porcelain Enamel Bathtub or Sink
Years of use or neglect can make for one discolored and dingy tub or sink. Here are a few tips to keep the porcelain on your antique fixture looking next-to-new.
Sep 27, 2022
How To Make Homemade Bubble Bath
Soaking in a nice hot tub of bubbles at the end of the day is a small luxury that can make a big difference. If you make your own, you can choose what scents you want to soak in, and you have the advantage of knowing exactly what’s going on your skin. Also, it can a lot cheaper and just as luxurious as the fancy kinds. The key to a successful homemade bubble bath is to get a good mix of essential oils and the right amount of bubbles.
Sep 27, 2022
How To Clean Bathtub Jets with Basic Household Ingredients
There’s nothing quite like sitting down for a relaxing bath only to find water with floating black flecks, hair, and who-knows-what-else. Unfortunately, if you’re the owner of a jetted bathtub, this lament may seem all-too-common given that the crevices of the jets tend to collect gunk that is hard to clean by hand. But there are some simple ways to keep those jets clean using basic household ingredients. Fill the tub until the jets are covered by 2-3 inches of hot water.
Sep 22, 2022
B&A: 3 Statement-Making DIYs Totaling $1,800 Rescue a Tired Powder Room
HOME PROJECTS
This bathroom went from bright red to more serene and Mediterranean-inspired.
Sep 21, 2022
3 Unsanitary Ways to Store a Toothbrush
They're not really deserving of a prime display on the vanity. But where your toothbrush ends up when you're done brushing does kinda matter.
Sep 21, 2022
This Sleek Makeup Organizer with More Than 20,000 5-Star Reviews Will Give You a Department Store-Worthy Setup
Shopping
Keep all your essentials on display yet tucked away.
Sep 21, 2022
B&A: A Clunky Bathroom Tub Is Now Stylish and Safe for Aging in Place
HOME PROJECTS
The bathroom is a great place to start when it comes to making changes to your home as you grow older.
Sep 20, 2022
Bathroom Basics: Stocking Your First Home
When it comes to stocking your first home, it’s easy to see why the bathroom could be an afterthought. After all, you’ve got furniture to add to your living room, and pots and pans and tons of tools and appliances to purchase for your kitchen. But bathroom essentials are every bit as important as the things you’ll need for other rooms of your home. Remember, not only will you use your bathroom multiple times a day, any guests that come to your house may use it as well.
Sep 19, 2022
Before and After: A Bath with an Odd Layout Becomes a Fun and Functional Bath
With room for a laundry area!
Sep 17, 2022
This 4-in-1 Tool Makes Exfoliating and Applying Lotion to Hard-to-Reach Spots So Much Easier and I Wish I’d Tried It Sooner
It's truly the one self-care item everyone should have in their bathroom.
Sep 17, 2022
The One Thing You Might Be Forgetting to Clean in the Bathroom
It's often overlooked.
Sep 17, 2022
B&A: A DIY Vanity Makes This 10-Week, Under-$10K Bathroom Redo a True Stunner
HOME PROJECTS
These homeowners saved thousands on their vanity by DIYing it.
Sep 14, 2022
This Entryway Staple Could Transform Your Small Bathroom
Who knew this piece could function so well in a bathroom?
Sep 14, 2022
5 Outdated Bathroom Features Buyers Always Notice
Real Estate
According to real estate agents.
Sep 12, 2022
This Smart Bathroom Organizer Makes the Most Out of Even the Tightest Corners
It instantly doubles your storage space!
Sep 12, 2022
This $9 Minimalist IKEA Bathroom Find Is the Key to Tidying Up My Kitchen
Even though it was made for the bathroom, this IKEA find is key to keeping my kitchen clean.
Sep 11, 2022
B&A: A 1960s Bathroom's $3,000 Redo Keeps the Retro Charm & Loses the Dated Feel
HOME PROJECTS
Neutral color scheme and retro-inspired details for the win.
Sep 9, 2022
5 Stylish, Teeny-Tiny Ways to Transform Your Bathroom for Under $50
From statement shower curtains to luxe-looking organizers.
Sep 8, 2022
B&A: An Overwhelmingly Brown Bathroom Gets a Glam Green Glow Up for $907 Exactly
HOME PROJECTS
This bathroom redo was not without its challenges, but the final look is so luxe.
Sep 4, 2022
These Bath Towels Are So Luxurious, My Family Actually Fights Over Them — Plus, They’re on Sale
Shopping
You can get them on sale right now, too!
Sep 3, 2022
4 Ways to Make Your Bathroom Counter Look More Expensive
According to home stagers.
Sep 1, 2022
The 22 Best Destinations for Stocking Up on All Things Storage and Organization
Shopping
Here's where to find the perfect items to declutter every room in your home.
Aug 31, 2022
Here Are the Bathroom Upgrades Homeowners Made the Most This Year
The study is an interesting look at both the trends and the rising price points that took over American bathrooms in 2022.
Aug 30, 2022
Before and After: HGTV’s “No Demo Reno” Makes Newlyweds a Kitchen and Bath Fit for Two
While the space worked for Ann during her single years, the couple were looking to give the house some practical upgrades that made it better suited for two people.
Aug 29, 2022
B&A: A 1970s-Style Bathroom Gets a Fresh Look — And Its 100-Year-Old Floors Back
HOME PROJECTS
Painting and peeling up the old linoleum made a major difference in this redo.
Aug 25, 2022
This 70s Inspired Sunken Tub Is The New Conversation Pit
Wait until you see the rest of the bathroom!
Aug 23, 2022
20 Clever Towel Storage Ideas for Even the Smallest of Bathrooms
The age old tiny bathroom question: where do you put all your stuff? And why do towels take up so much space?
Aug 23, 2022
B&A: A $1500 Redo Makes This "Builder Basic" Bathroom a Glam, Maximalist Space
HOME PROJECTS
The bold wallpaper is a must-see!
Aug 22, 2022
B&A: "A Sad, Dark" Basement Bathroom Becomes "Electric" and Cheery with 4 DIYs
HOME PROJECTS
See the "Electric Poppies" wallpaper bring this small gray bathroom to life.
Aug 19, 2022
This Incredibly Chic Toilet Paper Organizer Doubles as Hidden Storage and Is Perfect for Tiny Bathrooms
It has an austere design, but in the best way possible.
Aug 17, 2022
B&A: In 6 Weeks, a Dated '90s Bathroom Becomes a Sophisticated, Spa-Like Space
Bold wallpaper and floating fixtures bring this bathroom into the 2020s.
Aug 15, 2022
B&A: An All-Beige Bathroom Goes Dramatic with a $6,000 Black-and-White Redo
There are so many glam accents packed into just 58 square feet.
Aug 8, 2022
The $17 Beauty Organizer That Makes Lost Bobby Pins a Thing of the Past
It's the ultimate beauty organizing solution.
Aug 8, 2022
This Sleek Trash Can-Toilet Brush Combo Is a Huge Space Saver in My Tiny NYC Bathroom
It's the ultimate small-space, double-duty find.
Aug 8, 2022
5 Plumbing Trends on Their Way Out, According to Real Estate Agents
Here's what they have to say.
Aug 8, 2022
B&A: A "Modern-Traditional" Makeover Ups the Charm in This Beige '90s Bathroom
HOME PROJECTS
DIYs and vintage finds make a once-dingy bathroom quaint and cozy.
Aug 4, 2022
7 Features of International Bathrooms I Really Wish the U.S. Had
Other countries are a step ahead of us in enhancing the restroom experience.
Aug 4, 2022
B&A: A Very Blue Builder-Grade Bathroom Gets a $3,500 Glam Tile Glow-Up
HOME PROJECTS
This bathroom redo is full of luxe details done through DIY.
Aug 1, 2022
These Luxe, Four-Layer Towels Are the Quickest Drying I Own
I'm already eyeing the rest of the collection...
Aug 1, 2022
B&A: A Dated 1990s Bathroom Gets an Accessible Upgrade with MCM Flair
HOME PROJECTS
The tile design in the tub surround is just one of many highlights.
Jul 28, 2022
B&A: A Quick $100 Refresh Gives This Plain Bathroom Some Much-Needed Personality
The redo was done with two small paint projects that took a few hours each.
Jul 25, 2022
Here's An Easy Way to Upgrade Your Bathroom Countertops
This simple $20 solution seems like a no-brainer.
Jul 25, 2022
No Tools Are Required for These 5 Relaxing Bathroom Upgrades
Living
Looking to achieve your own spa-like nirvana? No expensive renovations or tools are required.
Jul 24, 2022
The Stylish, Space-Saving Toilet Paper Holder That Will Instantly Upgrade Your Bathroom
Shopping
No more awkward toilet paper towers under the bathroom sink!
Jul 22, 2022
6 Things You Should Know Before Starting a Bathroom Remodel, According to Reddit
Want to give your bathroom a new look this summer? Read this first for advice homeowners wish they'd known before embarking on their own bathroom remodels.
Jul 20, 2022
B&A: A Beige-on-Beige Bathroom Gets a Modern Redo Thanks to Paint and Tile
HOME PROJECTS
New tile (and paint that looks like tile) completely transform this once-dated space.
Jul 19, 2022
B&A: A 20-Year-Old Bathroom Gets a Stylish and Sophisticated Head-to-Toe Redo
The space was trapped in the early 2000s, but a DIY redo filled with luxe touches totally changed that.
Jul 15, 2022
Before and After: HGTV’s “Battle on the Beach” Renovates Small Guest Rooms
The teams of aspiring renovators were tasked with renovating the guest bedroom and bathroom of their identical Surfside Beach homes.
Jul 12, 2022
A Bathroom That Looks Like Disney's The Haunted Mansion Is DIY
News
Halloween might still be a few months away, but it’s never too early to get in the spirit of the season.
Jul 11, 2022
B&A: An Old '90s Vanity Is Completely Transformed in a $536 Bathroom Redo
The new color is bold and bright — just what this windowless bathroom needed.
Jul 10, 2022
The Editor-Favorite Cleaning Solution That Made My Bathtub Look Brand New
No extra elbow grease required.
Jul 7, 2022
This Australian Apartment Has a Full Bathroom Right in the Kitchen
News
Shower while you cook.
Jul 5, 2022
B&A: Every Square Inch of This $5,000 Bathroom Redo Features Color & Pattern
It's colorful and pattern-happy, but still manages to be a calming escape.
Jul 3, 2022
My Plumber Said This 30-Second Task Would Have Saved Me Hundreds of Dollars
This is among the easiest chores you can do at home to help save you time and money in the future.
Jul 1, 2022
B&A: A $500 Redo Turns This Beige Bathroom into a Dramatic, Plant-Filled Escape
HOME PROJECTS
"I pictured transforming this bathroom into an old-world-style spa," this DIYer says. It seems like a tall order based on the all-beige before, but wait until you see how she pulled it off.
Jun 28, 2022
7 Ways to Turn Your Humble Shower into a Relaxing, Spa-Like Retreat
Once you accomplish these simple tasks, you’ll feel ahh-mazing.
Jun 27, 2022