How to Fit Roller Blinds: A Straightforward Guide
Fitting a roller blind is one of those jobs that looks fiddly and turns out to be surprisingly satisfying once it's done. The whole thi...
What is a Throw Blanket? How It Differs from a Regular Blanket
The word "throw" is used pretty loosely in home interiors. Sometimes it means a blanket. Sometimes it means something much lighter. Her...
How to Wash Curtains Without Ruining Them
Washing curtains sounds simple until you pull them out of the machine and they're half the size they were going in, or the lining has g...
How to Style Cushions on a Sofa
There is no single correct answer here, which is both the good news and the mildly infuriating news. But there are some principles that...
What is an Oxford Pillowcase?
It's one of those questions that feels like it should have an obvious answer and then somehow doesn't. Is it from Oxford? Is it a parti...
How to Hang a Curtain Pole: A Step-by-Step Guide
Hanging a curtain pole sounds like one of those jobs that should take 20 minutes and somehow takes all afternoon. It doesn't have to. H...
Should Curtains Touch the Floor? The Honest Answer
Right, let's address this once and for all. Curtains that hang two or three inches above the floor tend to look like they've been bough...
Fitted Sheet vs Flat Sheet: Do You Really Need Both?
It's a question that splits households. Some people swear by the full sheet setup. Others have never used a flat sheet in their lives a...
Blackout Curtains vs Blackout Blinds: Which Blocks More Light?
If you need a room genuinely dark, you've probably wondered whether curtains or blinds do a better job. The answer is less obvious than...
Roller Blinds vs Roman Blinds: Which Is Right for Your Room?
Both roller blinds and roman blinds cover a window and block light. Beyond that, they're quite different - and choosing the wrong one f...