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10 Household Items You Can Use for Seed Starting Instead of Buying Trays in 2026

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You probably already have most of these in your recycling bin. Seed starting doesn’t require expensive trays or specialty kits. What seeds really need is drainage, light, and the right soil mix. The container is secondary, as long as it supports early root growth. Here are 10 smart alternatives. 1. Egg Cartons Cardboard egg cartons are ideal for small seeds like herbs, lettuce, and flowers. Each compartment acts as an individual cell, keeping seedlings organized. Once roots develop, you can cut the sections apart and plant them directly in the soil. The cardboard breaks down over time. Best for shallow-rooted plants. 2. Toilet Paper Rolls Toilet paper tubes work well for crops that dislike root disturbance, such as peas and beans. Stand them upright in a waterproof tray, fill with seed-starting mix, and plant. When ready to transplant, place the entire roll into the soil. The paper softens and decomposes naturally. The vertical shape encourages strong root growth. 3. Paper ...
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15 Bathroom Tile Ideas for 2026 That Make Subway Tile Look Like the Easy Way Out

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Subway tile had its era because it was simple, clean, and easy to specify. But bathroom design in 2026 is no longer driven by simplicity alone. It is driven by material presence, scale, and how a surface shapes the entire room. Designers are choosing large-format marble panels that read as continuous stone instead of repeating rectangles. They are using textured limestone squares to introduce depth without pattern overload. Vertical installations are stretching walls higher. Terrazzo and geometric layouts are defining zones rather than blending into the background. The shift is not about trends. It is about intention. Tile is no longer just a protective layer. It is an architectural element that frames fixtures, balances metal finishes, and controls how light moves across the space. If you are planning a renovation and want something that feels considered rather than predictable, these bathroom tile ideas show exactly where design is heading in 2026. 1. Handmade Square Zellige for...
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15 Kitchen Ideas for 2026 That Make the All-White Shaker Look Like a Cheap Flip

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For the last ten years, the default kitchen design was practically a template: white shaker cabinets, a white quartz countertop, and a white subway tile backsplash. I’ve installed it, recommended it, and lived with it. But going into 2026, that hyper-sanitized, mass-produced look has officially flatlined. It feels predictable and entirely devoid of personality. What I’m seeing now is a radical shift toward kitchens that either look like highly efficient, industrial restaurant prep zones or warm, bespoke pieces of living room furniture. Designers are ripping out heavy, blocking upper cabinets in favor of suspended architectural shelving. We are swapping safe white paint for moody matte greys, textured ribbed glass, and solid slabs of dramatic stone. The 15 kitchens below reflect the exact material shifts I’m paying attention to this year. They move past the “safe resale value” trap and focus on spaces that actually feel tailored, confident, and built for real cooking. Table of Con...
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Inside a 20 m² Micro Apartment in Gdańsk That Functions Like a Boutique Hotel

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This 20 m² micro-apartment in the Żurawie development in Gdańsk was designed by Aleksandra Czajka-Witkowska of Czajka Wnętrza and completed in 2025. Planned for short-term rental, the layout follows a hotel model: clear zoning, concealed functions, and no unnecessary furniture. The sofa was removed to prioritize a full bed, and the kitchen was compressed into the entrance corridor to keep the main room open and easy to use. The hallway contains deep, symmetrical built-in cabinetry that integrates the kitchenette, washing machine, and dishwasher. The cabinetry matches the wall color to reduce visual weight, while central fronts in a soft champagne finish define the axis. Durable materials, including vinyl wallpaper with a textile texture and tile flooring, were selected for intensive use. The main space relies on a restrained beige base across floors, walls, and textiles. A burgundy ceiling frame with decorative molding introduces contrast and defines the room’s proportions. A ...
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20 Green Bedroom Ideas for 2026 That Make White Walls Feel Like a Missed Opportunity

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Green bedrooms are not just trending in 2026 — they are replacing safe neutrals in homes that actually feel designed. From muted sage paneling behind upholstered headboards to deep forest walls that wrap the entire room, green changes the way a bedroom holds light, frames the bed, and sets the mood at night. White walls can feel clean. But green walls feel intentional. It sharpens crisp bedding, warms up wood furniture, and makes brass, black, and woven textures look curated instead of random. Whether used as a single headboard feature or a full-room cocoon, green gives the bedroom depth and presence without overwhelming it. Ahead, 20 green bedroom ideas that prove one thing: once you see how green transforms the sleep space, going back to plain white feels unfinished. 1. Sage Panel Headboard Wall @theblossomshome This bedroom uses sage green paneling as a full headboard backdrop. The structured wall frames the woven cane headboard and makes the layered white bedding feel soft...
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