The powder room - it's one of the smallest rooms in the house, but it's also the room that typically sees the most traffic, especially when you're entertaining guests. So, is your powder room "worthy" of guest traffic?

If your bedroom doesn't offer you a respite from the hustle and bustle of the day, then now's the time to transform it. The time and money you invest now will definitely pay off in big dividends in your future.

You've been itching to renovate or redecorate, but it may be difficult to fund your grand dreams given the current economy. Gutting the master bath or completely upgrading the kitchen may be on hold for a while, but you can still make some decorating changes that will have a big impact - for less than $100 a project.

The guest-filled holiday season is quickly approaching, and many families are looking for simple solutions to update high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms used by company. This year, you don't have to break the bank just to make your home look its best. With a few easy steps, these projects can help modernize and brighten spaces and make a big impact on your kitchen or bathroom.

'Tis the season for decorating and gift-giving. But don't overlook important holiday safety techniques just because you're feeling jolly.

Long gone are the days when homeowners were satisfied with a simple deck, a beat-up grill and some basic patio furniture. Now the trend brings living rooms, baths, home spas, full kitchens and even meditation rooms into the great outdoors. Stone fireplaces, built-in grills, water features, multiple levels for patios and decks, hot tubs and even flat-screen TVs - all the luxurious appointments of indoor life are finding their way into outdoor environments.

Without question, beautiful baths help sell houses and enhance homeowners' enjoyment of their living space. If your bathroom is leaving you less than flush with pride, you may be longing for a remodel. Here are some budget-friendly ways to update your restroom.