FURNITURE

Your Thrift Store Finds Probably Have Bugs in Them—Here’s How to Tell

Shopping secondhand? Learn how to avoid common pests like bed bugs and clothes moths during your next thrift store haul.

How to Remove Floor Scuff Marks With What You Have at Home

You deserve pretty floors—here’s how to keep them that way.

Absolutely the last thing you want to see in your hotel room.

Study Identifies Genetic Mutations That Make Bed Bugs Hard to Kill

The bloodsucking hitchhikers have good reason to scoff at insecticides—they’re freakishly resistant to them.

Living Room vs. Family Room vs. Den: What’s the Difference?

You can binge Netflix in any room you like, but there are some key differences between these living areas.

7 Easy Tips for Choosing the Best Rug for Your Space

Want to refresh your space with a new rug? Be sure to keep these tips in mind.

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8 Tips for Keeping Your Home Hair-Free

A hair-free home is no hassle at all as long as you’re using these tips and tricks from Roborock and Mental Floss.

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Your Dresser Is a Serious Tipping Hazard—Here’s How to Fix It

Furniture tip-overs are no laughing matter, but that’s especially true when it comes to dressers. Here’s everything you need to know about how to keep these clothing storage units secured.

JELL-O Is Entering the Home Goods Space With a Line of Inflatable Furniture

Introducing the inflatable chair you didn't know you needed.

Items from one of your favorite sitcoms will be auctioned off soon.

Props and Memorabilia From ‘Friends’ Are Headed to Auction for the Show’s 30th Anniversary

Julien’s Auctions and Warner Bros. will be there for you during the Friends Memorabilia auction on September 23.

Dig into deeper discounts on lawn care essentials this April.

What to Buy In April—Plus What You Should Probably Skip

Searching for the best discounts in April? From Wayfair's Way Day sale to spring sales events at The Home Depot and Lowe's, this month can get be a great time to save on lawn care essentials, home goods, and more.

James Gandolfini (center) in 'The Sopranos.'

Bada Bid: The Booth From ‘The Sopranos’ Finale Just Sold on eBay for $82,600

The booth where Tony Soprano may have met his untimely end is now in private hands.

A bouquet of red roses probably isn't your best purchase come February.

What to Buy In February—Plus What You Should Probably Skip

Shopping for the best bargains in February? From TVs to Presidents Day sales, here’s what to buy—and what to avoid—this month.

IKEA’s 10-Pound Meatball Belongs on Your Holiday Menu

Lingonberry jam and cream sauce are included, naturally.

When you have to grab everyday stuff, Amazon Basics makes it a little easier.

These October Prime Day Deals on Amazon Basics Products Are Great if You Want to Save on Essentials

If you need to stock up on affordable essentials for the house, Amazon Basics products are great—and now they're on sale for October Prime Day.

4 of the Best Ergonomic Office Chairs, According to Experts

The best ergonomic office chairs on Amazon and other sites can be pricey, but experts say these picks are well worth the investment.

The 20 Best Early Prime Day Deals on Amazon Basics Products To Shop Now

From Dutch ovens to luggage, Amazon Basics products are already affordable, but with these early Prime Day deals happening now, you stand to save even more.

A few pillow covers and a portable fire pit will enliven your space.

10 Ideas for Budget-Friendly Backyard Décor

From patio furniture to outdoor lighting to a comfortable hammock, here are a few of our favorite affordable backyard décor picks.

Isamu Noguchi at the Noguchi Garden Museum in New York City.

8 Facts about Isamu Noguchi

Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was one of the most influential designers and sculptors of the 20th century.

Why Don't Mattresses Come With Handles Anymore?

Want to find out who your real friends are? Ask them to help you move a mattress.

Retro furniture from IKEA's Nytillverkad line.

IKEA Is Reviving Designs From Its Past in Celebration of Its 80th Anniversary

IKEA’s Nytillverkad line is inspired by vintage looks that should be familiar to long-time shoppers.

The 10 Most Hackable IKEA Furniture Items

For builders who think outside the flat pack box, here are the most hackable furniture items from IKEA.

You can save on more than just furniture at Wayfair right now.

Wayfair’s Labor Day Sale Is Your Chance To Save Up to 70 Percent on Household Essentials

During the Wayfair Labor Day sales event, you can get Dyson vacuums for less, plus save on outdoor furniture, cookware, and other home essentials.

Bookcase vs. Bookshelf: What's the Difference?

That unread copy of 'Ulysses' you bought to impress your friends needs to go somewhere.

The U.S. Senate chamber and its rows of desks.

5 Famous Desks in the U.S. Senate

The historic moments that happened at these desks—and the Senate VIPs who sat behind them—mean that some have taken on lives of their own.