Mother Nature isn't the only decorator who can use leaves to stunning effect. Leaf motifs have been popular in home décor for about as long as people have been living in houses.

Natural wood once reigned as the product of choice when it came to selecting an attractive flooring material that would impart a warm, homey and upscale appearance. Today, with many new laminate flooring options available, homeowners are taking a closer look at what appears to be authentic wood, but delivers the beauty at a much lower cost with far more benefits.

Your bathroom is likely one of the smallest rooms in your home. In fact, most baths are 75 square feet or less. But, even if you are tight on space (or budget), you can create a huge impact with some simple updates. Just follow these easy rules and in no time you'll be living large.

With current economic woes putting a damper on spending, parents and students are looking for the best value on everything from clothes to computers. And while saving money is a priority, value and style don't have to contradict each other.

Want to sell your home fast? Customizing your kitchen, baths or master bedroom is a simple way set your home apart and increase the "wow factor" of those particular rooms.

Far beyond the bath - that's where creative homeowners and inventive interior designers are taking tile in 2008.

Most of us have developed a unique personal style and we know what fashions work for us. But when it comes to decorating or remodeling our homes, particularly our kitchens and bathrooms, style preferences can be harder to pin down. Here are some helpful hints for defining your decorating style.