Furniture Knowledge

Industrial style and modern minimalism work best together when one leads and the other adds character. The easiest formula is simple: keep about 80% of the room clean, calm, and minimal, then use t...

Wood is the safer mainstream choice, while stone is becoming a stronger style-driven option for shoppers who want a cleaner, more modern dining room look.

Learn how to decorate a dining room with simple tips for choosing the right table, chairs, rug, lighting, wall decor, storage, and centerpiece ideas for any home style.

The best dining area rug is large enough for the chairs, low enough for easy movement, and durable enough for real meals.

Indoor and outdoor rugs differ greatly in material, durability, weather resistance and maintenance, each designed for specific home spaces.

Shop in spring for selection, shop around major summer sales for balance, and wait until late summer for clearance.

Counter height fits the way American kitchens are used now. Bar height brings height, separation, and a little more lounge energy.

Your rug should be placed around the main seating area, not randomly centered in the room.

For a small apartment or compact seating area, a 5x8 or 6x9 rug can work. For a large living room, sectional sofa, or open floor plan, a 9x12 or 10x14 rug usually looks more balanced.