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Look beyond wine stoppers to see cork's ecofriendliness, durability, fire resistance and antimicrobial nature for all kinds of home products

Softening transitions and creating a finished look, interior trim for walls, windows and doors comes in many more options than you may know

New project for a new year: Add moldings and baseboards to enhance architectural style and create visual interest

The view and fresh air from your windows make a huge impact on the experience of being in your house

With a dual focus on nature and craftsmanship, Arts and Crafts home interiors have a wholesome, organic appeal

Take the guesswork — and backbreaking experimenting — out of furniture arranging with these living room layout concepts

Consider the joys of an irregularly trimmed meadow lawn: It’s ecofriendly, visually interesting and still good for romping

Get curtains that look high end — even if you don't sew — with just a little trim here or a little banding there