
How to Clean Velvet Furniture
Velvet fabric can be a bit trickier to clean than other fabrics because, in addition to removing the stain, you must take care to avoid "crushing" the nap of the fiber. Here are some tips to help you successfully remove stains without damaging your beautiful furniture.

Restyling a Garden House: Paint It Black
A cute, 160-year old Italianate Victorian had the potential to be a stunning garden house - but only after taming the garden, adding style to the porches, and applying some unexpected new colors.

In Defense of Track Lighting
According to Clairee Belcher in Steel Magnolias, all gay men have track lighting, and all gay men are named Mark, Rick, or Steve. We're not named Mark, Rick, or Steve, but otherwise I'm afraid we're playing to stereotypes. Because we love track lighting. Here's why.

Brighter Bath
Gross no more. We busted down walls, rearranged doors, and filled this bright bathroom with vintage and modern touches.
Infographic: How Big Furniture Companies REALLY Use Your Money
Chris Stout-Hazard · With most luxury furniture companies, only a fraction of each dollar you spend is actually used to build your sofa. Let's look at just a few of the other things you're paying for when you shop with big retailers.
Infographic: Five Red Flags When Sofa Shopping
Chris Stout-Hazard · Before you make an expensive mistake (or find out that a "great deal" wasn't quite so great after all), familiarize yourself with our five red flags for spotting a sub-par sofa.
Sofa Rash: Don't Get Burned By Imported Upholstery
Chris Stout-Hazard · Upholstery built overseas is often packaged with chemicals that prevent the growth of mold during shipping. Unfortunately, these same chemicals can cause terrible rashes and burns. Here are the details.
How Big Of A Sofa Can I Get?
Chris Stout-Hazard · Who doesn't love a big, comfy sofa? We're certainly fans. Opting for the largest couch available maybe tempting - plenty of room to stretch out and take a cat nap, and adequate seating for everyone. But there are some downsides to going large: it may overpower everything else in the room, it may not actually be comfortable, and it may not actually...you know...fit.
Roger + Chris tackle well-loved homes that are in need of a boost of style. Watch us quickly transform homes using bold colors, clever design tricks, and simple DIY projects.
Roger + Chris renovate their 160-year old Italianate Victorian in Upstate New York. Follow along for insight into their design process, DIY tips, and a taste of life in a tiny rural village.
Find Roger in the Emmy-nominated "Sell This House" weekday mornings on Bio. Join Roger Hazard and Tanya Memme as they introduce homeowners to staging and get houses sold. Check the schedule for local air times.
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