Baking soda makes for a great natural stain remover in paste form. For light stains, Stein suggests creating a paste with baking soda and water. Apply the paste with a carpet brush, let it dry, and ...

1. Can a rug make my small room look bigger? Yes. Get the largest rug possible so it defines the room as one big, inviting space. Optimally, the visible perimeter of floor is no wider than 8 or 9 ...

Sometimes, to get a renovation started, you just need a little kick in the pants — expected guests, maybe, or a great deal on a centerpiece element of the new space. For homeowner Katie Shelby, the ...