Lifestyle & Trends - Home Decorating

Tips for mounting that greatest of holiday gifts: a flat screen TV

If a flat screen is on your wish list, or you'll be giving one as a gift, you should keep in mind that how you mount a flat screen is almost as important as the quality of the unit itself. After the wrapping paper is tossed, and you're ready to set up your flat screen, keep these mounting tips in mind.

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Four easy DIY 'cheats' that will look like you spent a bundle

Did you ever watch a home improvement show team transform a drab room into something spectacular using a shoestring budget and less time than it takes you to clean out your closet? Ever wonder how they did it? Here's the secret: they cheat. And you can too.

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Make your home ready for the holidays with easy, affordable decor updates

Welcoming friends and family into your home is one of the best ways to celebrate the season. One of the keys to making visitors feel right at home is to be a happy host. So, do yourself - and your guests - a favor and put a little effort into getting your home holiday houseguest perfect.

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Trend watch: Color and customization trends for your kitchen

If you want your home to reflect your personal style, why not start in the kitchen? The kitchen, commonly the most popular room in the house for everyday life and entertaining, doesn't have to be cookie cutter with coordinating color schemes. Current trends give homeowners leeway to add personal flair to the kitchen with bursts of color, unique designs and unexpected patterns.

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Affordable mini makeovers for the holidays

The season for indoor gatherings has arrived and everyone is looking for ways to bring the excitement into their homes. With tighter budgets available for remodeling, choosing paint for your mini-make over projects may be the smartest way to "go new."

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