Home Design & Decorating

Welcome to Home School, your comprehensive guide to personalizing your first home. Here, we offer expert advice to help you transform your new space into your dream home. As a first-time homeowner, you may be eager to dive into renovations or decorations. However, it’s crucial to prioritize certain home essentials. We’ve consulted with professionals to […]

A room’s transformation can be perfectly finished with the right rug. Key considerations include color, pattern, size, but don’t overlook the significance of rug material and weave. The weave you choose impacts aesthetics, durability, cost, and maintenance. Here, we break down the differences between common weaves to guide you in selecting the perfect rug for

Aside from brightening your day in both literal and figurative senses, ample natural light offers numerous benefits. It reduces energy use dependency and visually expands and opens up a space. However, if you live in a sunlight-deficient apartment, especially a rental unit, you might wonder what non-lease-breaking alterations you can easily do on your own

In 2025, we’re all seeking more coziness and nostalgia in our home decor, as per Zillow. Zillow has just unveiled its 2025 home trends. These trends range from leaning into cozy vibes, such as having a smaller living room or den, to prioritizing smart features in our homes. Energy-efficient and climate-resilient home features are gaining

Many people adore Christmas decorating but often feel disheartened when it’s time to dismantle the festive decorations. To combat the post-holiday blues, consider embracing winter decor that can be enjoyed throughout the cold months. Here are some simple yet effective winter decor ideas curated by interior designers and home decorators that will infuse your home

When the garage door opener seems not to be working, the cause is usually straightforward and the solution can be low-cost and easy, without having to call a garage door company. Learn why the garage door won’t open and how to fix it with this list of typical garage door opening problems and solutions. 01

Few home remodeling projects offer more benefits and challenges than a major kitchen remodeling job. A gleaming new kitchen not only enhances the livability of your home but also significantly increases its equity value. However, it can be a complex and costly endeavor. To ensure success, it’s crucial to understand the steps involved before starting

Concrete pavers are a popular building material for driveways, walkways, patios, and other surfaces. They are often mistakenly called ‘cement pavers’. Cement is a primary ingredient in concrete, but not the only one. Concrete also contains sand, aggregate, water, and additives. Concrete pavers are made with a dry concrete mix and poured into molds. They

When installing wall shelves, there are two primary considerations: material span capacity and vertical spacing between shelves. Material span capacity is crucial to prevent sagging under weight. The ‘span’ refers to the distance between supports for the shelf, and span limits depend on the material’s strength. Stronger materials allow for greater distances between wall supports.

Whether you’re just thinking about a new concrete garage floor or ready to start planning one, you likely have many questions. Calling a concrete contractor might seem like a good idea, but calling several can lead to different ideas and cost estimates. Do Your Research. It pays to do a little research before starting a