The Journal — Read Before You Renovate
Materials, budgets, upkeep — the lessons we've learned, written down.
95 articles
How to Soundproof a Room Without Making It Feel Like a Studio
Learn how to soundproof a room with layered fabrics, smart furniture placement, ...
How to Do Sqft: A Simple Room-Measurement Guide for Real Homes
Learn how to do sqft for rooms, rugs, curtains, and paint projects with simple m...
Gallery Wall Layout Ideas for a Warm, Collected Home
Gallery wall layout ideas for a warm, collected home. Learn how to choose frames...
Caulking Your Tub: A Fresh, Watertight Finish That Lasts
Caulking your tub is a simple weekend fix for a tired bathroom. Learn how to rem...
How to Choose and Style a Barrister Bookcase
Barrister bookcase ideas for a warm, practical home: learn how to choose the rig...
How to Choose a West Elm Coffee Table for a Warm, Livable Home
West elm coffee table ideas for real homes: compare sizes, finishes, styling, an...
How to Choose a Wall Mounted Toilet Paper Holder That Feels Just Right
A wall mounted toilet paper holder makes a small bathroom feel calmer and more f...
The First Apartment Book: Cool Design for Small Spaces That Feel Like Home
The first apartment book: cool design for small spaces shares warm, practical id...
How to Choose a Record Player Table That Feels Like Home
A record player table can anchor a warm, practical listening corner. Learn how t...
How to Work Out Square Feet of a Room Before You Decorate
Learn how to work out square feet of a room, measure awkward spaces, choose rugs...
How to Determine Square Feet for a Room, Rug, or Flooring Project
Learn how to determine square feet for rooms, rugs, paint, and flooring with sim...
How Do You Figure the Square Footage for a Room?
Learn how do you figure the square footage for rugs, curtains, paint, and floori...