<![CDATA[Furniture]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Deep cleaning for your furniture]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/991827/how-to-deep-clean-your-furniture Your furniture is always there for you when you need a place to rest your head or lay your keys. Give it the attention it deserves and keep it looking great. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/991827/how-to-deep-clean-your-furniture How-To Home How-tos Cleaning How-tos Whitney Coy Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:26:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Easy home maintenance tips for the new year]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/821990/easy-home-maintenance-tips-for-the-new-year Do you still have summer patio furniture on the patio, collecting snow? Did you ditch your home fix-it list as soon as the holiday season kicked in? Now that the busiest time of last year is over, start the new year by taking care of those home maintenance projects that shouldn’t wait until the summer. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/821990/easy-home-maintenance-tips-for-the-new-year Home Outdoor & Gardening Michele Borboa, MS Wed, 21 Nov 2012 06:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Black Friday deals on furniture, appliances and other home goods]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/977151/black-friday-deals-on-home-goods The day after Thanksgiving — Black Friday — is the biggest shopping day of the year. If you are looking for furniture, appliances and other items for your home, it's a great time to cash in on big savings. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/977151/black-friday-deals-on-home-goods Home Décor & Style Kori Ellis Tue, 16 Oct 2012 01:37:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to get furniture indentations out of carpet ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/966667/how-to-get-furniture-indentations-out-of-carpet If you love to decorate and rearrange furniture, indentations left behind can be the pits. Here are a few ideas to get furniture impressions out of your carpet so you can get your furniture arrangement on. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/966667/how-to-get-furniture-indentations-out-of-carpet How-To Home How-tos Cleaning How-tos Jana Randall Fri, 28 Sep 2012 06:28:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Upcycle your old living room furniture]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/969349/upcycle-old-living-room-furniture Sometimes, all it takes to make old furniture like new again is a little elbow grease, some creativity and a little help from garage and estate sales. Instead of tossing that old coffee table or end table, upcycle it with a coat of paint and some created, found or purchased art. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/969349/upcycle-old-living-room-furniture Home Décor & Style Living rooms Heather Barnett Tue, 03 Jul 2012 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[A step-by-step guide to styling a nursery]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/964677/styling-a-nursery Perhaps you've envisioned how your child's nursery will look long before getting pregnant. In fact, you may already have a Pinterest board packed with photo inspiration. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/964677/styling-a-nursery Home Décor & Style Bed and bath Selena Dehne Wed, 27 Jun 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Using slipcovers to update your look]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/963498/update-your-look-with-slipcovers Slipcovers are not what they used to be. Memories of sitting on that stiff floral sheet covering Aunt Norma's couch and wondering what was actually under there have given slipcovers a bad name. Here are eight great finds to help freshen up the stale reputation of slipcovers and save you the thousands you might spend on a new piece of furniture. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/963498/update-your-look-with-slipcovers Home Décor & Style Living rooms Jessica Watson Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The kids’ table rocks ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/963580/benefits-of-childrens-furniture It’s crucial for your kids to have autonomy at home, and child-sized furniture and activities that your children can do independently give them a sense of purpose . http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/963580/benefits-of-childrens-furniture Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Outdoor furniture you can invite inside]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/962425/outdoor-furniture-you-can-invite-inside Outdoor furniture has come a long way since the old metal furniture of our childhood. Outdoor rooms now rival indoor spaces as comfortable places to relax and hang out. We found some amazing pieces that are intended for outdoors but are happy to be invited inside instead. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/962425/outdoor-furniture-you-can-invite-inside Home Outdoor & Gardening Outdoor Decor Sherri Kuhn Thu, 07 Jun 2012 08:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[5 Stylish solutions for extra seating space]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/962003/stylish-solutions-for-extra-seating-space Love hosting get-togethers at your place, but worry that you won't have enough seating space? We found five great ideas so you'll always have that extra place at the table. Invite your friends over -- you've got the space. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/962003/stylish-solutions-for-extra-seating-space Home Décor & Style Kitchen and dining Sherri Kuhn Mon, 21 May 2012 12:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Design ideas for a shared bedroom]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/960651/design-ideas-for-a-shared-bedroom When siblings must share a space, how can parents make the room livable, spacious and organized for both children? It's easy when you follow the design inspirations below! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/960651/design-ideas-for-a-shared-bedroom Home Décor & Style Bed and bath Tana Johnson Wed, 02 May 2012 16:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[2012 Trend Report: High Point Market]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/958761/2012-trend-report-high-point-market On April 21-26, designers, buyers and industry experts gathered for the spring High Point Market. Get an inside peek at what’s hot in the home design industry for 2012. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/958761/2012-trend-report-high-point-market Home Décor & Style Melissa Dunlap Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The charm of a chaise lounge]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/954685/versatile-chaise-lounges-for-home-decor Are you looking to add seating inside your home or in an outdoor area, but are bored with the same old chairs and sofas? A chaise lounge just might be the answer to your decorating dilemma -- and you’ll love how many styles, colors and designs are available! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/954685/versatile-chaise-lounges-for-home-decor Home Décor & Style Living rooms Laura Carson Miller Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:18:00 -0700 <![CDATA[8 Glamorous upholstered headboards ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/954345/8-glamorous-upholstered-headboards Upholstered headboards are a hot design trend for 2012. We’ve rounded up our favorite luxe-looking headboards that are big on style, but won't break the bank. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/954345/8-glamorous-upholstered-headboards Home Décor & Style Bed and bath Melissa Dunlap Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[What your man’s decorating style says about him]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/843067/what-your-mans-decorating-style-says-about-him A man’s home is his sanctuary, and you could learn a surprising amount about him just by analyzing his choice of decor . Is he cool-yet-penniless or stylish-yet-effeminate? Read on to find out what his decorating style reveals about him. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/843067/what-your-mans-decorating-style-says-about-him Love & Sex What He Wants Wil Reagan Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Guest room makeover ideas]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/839101/guest-room-makeover-ideas Let’s get real for a minute: Can you honestly say that you put the same effort and creativity into decorating your guest bedroom as you do for other rooms throughout your home? http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/839101/guest-room-makeover-ideas Home Décor & Style Bed and bath Selena Dehne Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:15:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to give your furniture a facelift]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/839333/how-to-give-your-furniture-a-facelift Buying new furniture can certainly be exciting, but so can transforming the look of pieces you’ve had for years, acquired from loved ones or stumbled across at yard sales and flea markets. In fact, it can be particularly gratifying to create a one-of-a-kind piece — especially when the makeover costs very little and continuously earns “oohs” and “ahhs” from guests visiting your home. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/839333/how-to-give-your-furniture-a-facelift Home Décor & Style Living rooms Selena Dehne Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:45:00 -0700 <![CDATA[5 Furry furniture finds for the comfort seeker]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838189/5-furry-furniture-finds-for-the-comfort-seeker Could there be anything more indulgently relaxing than sinking into a couch that not only offers cushy comfort but also sends waves of pleasure through you as you run your fingers over the fabric? Though you probably don't want to decorate your home in full fur style, having one or two furry-fabric furnishings can give you instant comfort when you need to escape. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838189/5-furry-furniture-finds-for-the-comfort-seeker Home Décor & Style Bed and bath Michele Borboa, MS Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Alice in Wonderland-inspired home décor]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/837555/alice-in-wonderland-inspired-home-decor Even if you can't literally live in a fairytale world, you can still decorate your home so it's a fairytale haven. When reality is giving you the blues, this Alice in Wonderland-inspired home décor will turn your living space into a whimsical place that gives you a marvelous escape. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/837555/alice-in-wonderland-inspired-home-decor Home Décor & Style Living rooms Michele Borboa, MS Thu, 09 Jun 2011 08:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Décor your man despises]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/832467/dcor-your-man-despises Is your home’s décor guy-friendly? Probably not, if you’re the kind of gal who drapes leopard-print throws on the back of your couch or hangs portraits of people kissing on your walls. No one is saying that there’s anything wrong with this stuff, but let’s be honest: There are a lot of men who cringe at this kind of décor. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/832467/dcor-your-man-despises Home Décor & Style Color and paint Selena Dehne Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to navigate the garage sale scene]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/829149/how-to-navigate-the-garage-sale-scene Repurpose, refurbish and recycle! Today, more and more people are transforming old furniture and décor rather than buying these items brand-new. And where’s one of the best places to snag an inexpensive fixer-upper? A garage sale! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/829149/how-to-navigate-the-garage-sale-scene Living Career and Time Management Budgeting & Saving Selena Dehne