HGTV Magazine May 2022

all the feels From a punchy pink to a tranquil blue, color can invoke a mood. Tip: Determine the vibe you want for your space—such as an energetic color for a work area—get some color chips, and see how you react to the different hues. make a statement For a look that’s uniquely yours, highlight moldings, banisters, ceilings, furniture, or the walls with a powerful pop of color. try before you buy Choose from two great ways to find your perfect color! 8"x8" Peel & Stick samples or FREE 2"x3" color chips. Get more tools and color confidence at swsamples.com Due to the printing process, actual paint colors may vary from images shown.…

1 We’re celebrating our annual Pops of Color issue with a rainbow of finds, from lights to pillows. PAGE 45 2 Treats: now even more decadent. Meet maple, bacon & pecan sticky buns. PAGE 109 3 A Kalamazoo, MI, English-style cottage is all charm. Don’t you want a rolled roof, too? PAGE 88 4 Blue and white palm leaf wallpaper is a fresh twist on the tropical print. Similarly fantastic is that it’s peel-and-stick. PAGE 21 5 Prop up sailboat plates on an open shelf and you get instant summer feels. PAGE 103 6 Nope, not a backyard—an atrium! Check out a California mid-century full of grooviness. PAGE 78 7 Cornhole is super-duper fun when it’s this colorful. PAGE 116 ENJOY THE ISSUE INSTAGRAM: @sarapeterson_hgtv…

HOW TO CHOOSE THE PERFECT MATTRESS You spend one-third of your life in bed, why not make it wonderful? MAKE IT PERSONAL Scale the size to your space and match the firmness to your sleep style. Map out your bedroom to determine whether a king or a queen would be the best fit. If you sleep with a partner (or pets!), it may be worth sizing up. Find the right feel—Firm, Plush, or Ultra Plush—based on your usual sleep position. THINK LONG TERM A high-quality mattress should last up to 10 years, so invest in comfort, durability, and support. Research how it’s made—the materials used for the interior and the exterior can have a major impact on comfort and durability over time. TRUST THE LEGACY Seek out a brand with a proven track record. Stearns & Foster…

mirror, mirror on the wall, what’s the weather today? Pose the question in any bathroom of the HGTV Smart Home 2022 and you’ll get a response—they’re outfitted with Amazon Alexa. Clever features abound in the approximately 3,000-square-foot house in Wilmington, NC. The lights, temperature, and TVs are all voice-activated; the main shower has a digital interface for controlling water, steam, music, and lighting; and a high-efficiency pool uses less water than traditional kinds. For easy-living decor to match, designer Tiffany Brooks decorated with comfy furniture and soft colors. “I went contemporary, like the smart technology is,” she says, “but with a traditional European feel that says, ‘sit and relax!’” SCAN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HGTV SMART HOME 2022. FOR SOURCES, SEE PAGE 114. but wait… there’s more! Explore the rest of the house…

jovial + copen blue + greek villa BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS Peach, light blue, and white go together as sweetly and deliciously as an ice cream sundae. Color-blocking and an arch shape (use a small paintbrush to outline the edges, then fill in with a roller) create a playful mural wall. alexandrite + limón fresco BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS What better spot for a jolt of jade than an entry? The shade makes a big impression, yet its richness means it can jibe with plenty of other tones. On the door, a chartreuse color is a happy complement. novel lilac + cyberspace BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS Light purple isn’t just for kids’ rooms, and that’s never more true than when it’s alongside charcoal gray. The details on the wall also makes a difference—decorative molding has the sophistication and presence of an old library or…

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