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Bright metallics can complement dark colors, and matte black pulls would look great on a barn door-inspired style. Antique or vintage handles can flatter a lace or rattan panel configuration — or you ...

High-end farmhouse is something Pottery Barn does very well. Unfortunately, not everyone has the budget to embrace these beautiful items. This is when crafty skills come in handy — even more so when ...

If you want a front door that will stand out from all the rest, you just need paint (well, two or three paint colors) to pull ...

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Don't you just love the unique home decor at Pottery Barn? I recently saw these fabulous round placemats that I really wanted, but their price tag of nearly $100 for the set of 4 was just way out of ...

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The best DIY home security systems are easy to install ... bit slim in its accessory offerings — you get just the hub, one door/window sensor, one motion sensor, and a key fob — but you ...

Barns must retain their overall appearance-both in their interior and exterior barn characteristics. Nominations are open to the public, reviewed and determined by MBPN Awards Committee members.

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