Erin Napier has come up with some unconventional kitchen backsplashes, from wood paneling to brick, wallpaper, and painted ...

Red birch wood countertops are affordable and easy to work with and stain. They can’t withstand much moisture, so be careful ...

University Communications photographers capture quiet details that often go unnoticed in everyday life on Grounds.

Not every plant with a stunning reputation deserves a prime spot in your garden. Some plants come with significant drawbacks, ...

Homeowners have long faked marble and elaborate millwork in a technique known as trompe-l’oeil (French for “deceive the eye”).

In winter woods, most deciduous trees stand bare, yet some oaks and beeches keep a fringe of dry, coppery leaves. They no ...

Curls crashed the 2026 Grammy Awards red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday night, where artists across all genres of music ...

Not all trees drop their leaves in the fall. Even in the height of winter, a curious number of oak and beech trees refuse to ...

Tree rings hold clues about ancient solar storms. New research shows tree growth and carbon storage can shift those signals across years.

Discover the art of creating multi-layered wall art in this step-by-step video tutorial. Watch as a simple white wall is transformed into a sophisticated decorative feature using a blend of textured ...

When we think of bark on a tree, we tend to compare it to the skin of a human. The primary function of both bark and skin is to protect the material within and beneath it. In Grade 7, we learned that ...

Christmas is coming! You’ve probably seen the decorations in the store already and a few random TV commercials hinting about the holiday shopping season lurking around the corner. There are only about ...