Lauren Allain

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Lauren Allain is a journalist based in the Pacific Northwest. With almost 20 years of journalism experience, she focuses on health, wellness, travel, and product reviews. Her work has appeared in dozens of publications including INSIDER, U.S. News & World Report, Seattle Refined and space.com. She enjoys traveling, rock climbing, and the ocean.

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Three patterned textiles are arranged for display on a decorative floor, surrounded by a cozy interior with a chess set and vibrant seating.

8 New Uses for Table Runners You Never Thought Of

Just because it has the word table in it doesn't mean table runners can't be decor elsewhere in the house. Here's how to repurpose table runners to refresh the look of any room.

White curtains hang in a bright room, partially covering a window, while a rolled-up curtain fabric lies on a patterned rug next to a radiator.

How to Perfectly Space Your Curtains Using Toilet Paper Rolls

Looking for a simple solution on how to space curtains evenly? It only takes a few minutes and supplies you likely already have on hand.

A white toilet sits on a carpeted floor against a pale green wall, positioned for use in a bathroom setting.

Carpeted Bathrooms: Why It’s a Trend Best Left in the ’70s

Some celebrities are showing off their carpeted bathrooms, but does this mean we should add carpet into one of the wettest rooms in the house?