First, you should clean the brick before you begin painting it. To do this, use a wire brush and soapy water to scrub down the brick. Make sure the brick is completely dry before you begin the ...

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It seems winter has now arrived! Snow, cold, and more cold are sure signs that the season has definitely arrived. This weather, combined with the holiday season, invites having a nice fire to add to ...

Transform your bedroom with these 34 budget-friendly DIY headboards that add a custom look, from vintage finds to easy no-sew projects.

Building a floating mantel doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. In this guide, you’ll learn a straightforward method that gives you a rock-solid, professional-looking mantel built to last ...

It’s been two whole weeks since the Steam Machine was revealed to the world, and we still have no idea how much it’ll cost. I still don’t know when Valve is going to announce the price, but in the ...

We love any opportunity to decorate our homes for the holidays! When we think of the holidays, we picture ourselves curled up around the fire—which means we need to decorate the mantel! Get inspired ...

Sparkling ornaments, colorful baubles, and twinkling lights are holiday décor classics, but no festive space would be complete without some garland thrown into the magical mix. The question, though, ...

Your fireplace becomes the star of the show as soon as fall arrives. Aside from offering the cackling sound of burning wood to keep the house warm during cold days, it provides a myriad of ...