Introduction welcome to another episode of daily interior design inspiration your go-to podcast for making your Urban or Suburban home stylish without breaking the bank I am your host Betsy helmouth and I am here to share some amazing tips and insights to help you transform your living spaces whether you are in New York City Westchester New Jersey Connecticut or Washington DC we have got you covered today we have a jamack episode with some fantastic topics that you will not want to miss first up on today's docket the Home Depot's Fourth of July hours May save your last minute emergencies this piece Home Depot's 4th July hours written by Terry po provides some essential information that could be a lifesaver for many of us during the holiday Terry is an experienced editor and writer whose work has been featured in BuzzFeed the New York Times Vox brides and Time Magazine among others she is also a two-time Jeopardy champion so let us Dive Right In the 4th of July is a national holiday in the United States which means many workplaces Clos for the day if you are one of the lucky ones who does not have to work on Independence Day you may be thinking about spending part of the time tending to your house plants or outdoor space after all the summer heat means you want to keep your plants watered and your outdoor furniture ready for lots of lounging time and if you are worried about last minute emergencies like an overflowing toilet or broken air conditioning you will definitely want to know if the Home Depot is open to save the day sounds like a plan then you may also be wondering the following question is the Home Depot open on the 4th of July after all many stores including Costco are closing all of their locations for the holiday but if the Home Depot is on your shopping list you are in luck all the Home Depot stores will be open for regular hours of operation on July 4th 2024 a store representative confirmed the hours to Apartment Therapy and added that customers are encouraged to check with their local stores on the storefinder page the Home Depot usually Products available at Home Depot comes in clutch for holidays all stores stayed open for Memorial day as well as Easter and New Year's Day but they did close for Thanksgiving so it is always a good idea to check before heading over to stock up on supplies now that you know the Home Depot will be open for all of your needs keep in mind that you can pick up lots of gamechanging household products other than the usual Tools and Gardening items the store currently carries a sink and dishwasher combo that Terry is eyeing for her tiny studio apartment kitchen Cooling blankets for summer and if she decides to really go for it and buy one she may check out their free tool options while she is at it it is only too bad that it is too early for the viral pre-lit Christmas tree to be back in stores next up on today's docket eight cooling blankets that'll keep you ice cold in the summer heat this fantastic piece was written by Sarah M Vasquez a Commerce SEO editor who writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy the kitchen and cubby Sarah helps you find the best deals and the best products for you and your home a Brooklyn Born Jersey Girl she loves a good playlist a good bagel and her family but not necessarily in that order so let us dive in there is a lot to love about summer but sweaty sleepless nights are not on the list in fact they are not great for your sleep either according to the Sleep Foundation your body's temperature naturally drops as you sleep so a cooler sleep environment makes it easier to fall and stay asleep they also note that the ideal temperature for sleep is somewhere between 65 to 68° F height but if you are looking to save a couple of bucks by not cranking the temperature too low a cooling blanket may be just what you need designed to Wick moisture away from the body as you sleep a cooling blanket helps regulate your body temperature keeping you cool even on the hottest night of the year these blankets are typically made with naturally cooling Fabrics like bamboo as well as specially formulated Fabrics infused with cooling technology designed to keep you sweat free whether you are looking for a lightweight weight a comforter or a weighted blanket there is a cooling find out there for you let us check out eight of the best cooling blankets including ones our editors cannot live without do you have a cooling blanket you swear by we want to hear all about it tell us about your favorite cooling finds in the comments below first up is the elar cooling comforter available on Amazon for 50999 down from $ 599999 as a lifelong hot sleeper Sarah has happily tested a lot of cooling bedding for the team that led her to discover the elar cooling comforter she first put it to use in the middle of a New York City Heatwave which she says are optimal testing conditions and found herself remaining cool and sweat-free the entire night the feeling of the cool fabric against her skin was Heavenly in fact it did such a good job at keeping her cool she was even able to lower her air conditioning something future Sarah was beyond thankful for once she got her electric bill and while it may be called a comforter this pick is more of a lightweight blanket making it great for those who like to forego a thick comforter during the hot summer months next we have the evercool cooling comforter from rest duvet priced at 139 zagars down from 199 dougo BLS hypoallergenic and pet hair resistant the evercool comforter is an internet favorite that has also made its way into the hearts of the team at Apartment Therapy its outer shell is made from a blend of nylon and spandex that gives the comforter its ever cool quality while the filling is a plant-based high- performance fiber called cerona as a result you get a breathable comforter that is buttery smooth steadily cool and a little stretchy it also absorbs moisture dries quickly and helps to regulate temperature while you sleep plus it is machine washable another great option is the true temp blanket from sleep number which is currently $1999 down from $159 90 you might know Sleep Number best for its unbelievably comfy mattresses but it would be a shame not to check out the Brand's other bedding offerings as well take the true temp blanket for example Jasmine a former senior Commerce editor at Apartment Therapy says the blanket transformed her sleep night after night I woke up feeling cooler and more refreshed than before she wrote it is also worth noting that when the air conditioning is cranked up a bit too high or the changing Spring weather gets chilly this blanket does just as good of a job keeping me warm without feeling like an oven as a result you will get plenty of use out of this covering even after summer next on the list is the quint's organic lofty waffle blanket full Queen priced at $89.90 down from $159 hour any item that makes apartment therapy's best list is certainly worth the buy and readers have taken notice of this editor approved blanket quint's waffle throw is a necessary addition to your summer bedding with its breathable organic cotton and trendy texture I use this blanket to replace a similar model I had from a more expensive brand says at contributor Nick this blanket seems a little sturdier which is surprising because of how light it feels overall if there is one cooling blanket Tik Tok cannot get enough of it is the March power Arc chill cooling throw blanket priced at $35.99 on Amazon its Japanese Arc chill cooling fiber adds revolutionary cool to the touch technology that absorbs body heat the mechanism also makes this product handy for any season or temperature which means means that it can still have a special place in your home during the winter another favorite is the comfy cool Spa blanket from coup sleep Goods priced at 99 taller sellers if you have not tried a cooling pick from Coupe sleep's comfy cool Spa line what are you waiting for the outside of this blanket is made from the Brand's exclusive nylon spandex blend cool fiber fabric while the fill is a cozy mix of cooling nylon and polyester designed to be blissfully soft and cool on your skin apartment therapy's editorial assistant Morgan swears by this blanket saying this thing has been a lifesaver for me it is beyond soft and even though I have been running hot during the night this summer I still wake up wrapped in it as for one of Amazon's favorite picks that goes to the beder Bree scape cooling blanket for hot sleepers priced at $189.99 down from2 $ 5.99 with an almost five-star rating and over 300 sold in the last month it is a cooling pick with a lot of heat on it so what makes it such a great find aside from its affordable price point this blanket comes in four sizes and 11 colors the blanket is made with the bedore Bree scape cooling fabric making it 10 times more breathable and absorbent than cotton ensuring you stay refreshed and dry all night last but not least is the tree Napper from barabe priced at $279 made from layers and layers and layers of tensil this stylish weighted blanket is not just naturally cooling it is plantbased tensil fibers are sustainably sourced from natural raw wood and are known for their Exquisite softness which makes them a great blanket material they are also both Striking green wall color in NYC apartment naturally absorbent and moisture wicking so they are Pros at keeping sweat off your body this pretty blanket has a chunky knit design to make it even more breathable and it is stylish enough to be draped over the couch year round choose from 15 to 25 lbs and grab a kid-size one for your little one next up on today's docket the Striking green wall color in this small NYC apartment is one of the best I've ever seen this stunning piece was written by Adrienne bro a house tour director who has a deep love for architecture design cats science fiction and Star Trek Adrien has called many places home over the past 10 years including a van a former downtown store in smalltown Texas and a studio apartment rumored to have once been owned by willly Nelson she currently resides in her colorful maximalist Dream Home in New Orleans Louisiana with her partner a perfect dog and a cute cat for this specific house tour Adrienne teams up with photographer Aaron Darby and home associate editor Cullen orand Aaron originally from California but a New Yorker since 2000 is passionate about photographing interiors and has been channeling her energies into Fine Art Cullen a writer based in New York City is always open for book recommendations and dreams of an apartment with a conversation pit and lots of framed vintage band posters Barbara Campbell the homeowner featured in this tour is not your typical white wall Enthusiast as a decorator in New York City Barbara loves updating and enhancing spaces with uplifting welcoming colors her 300t studio apartment on the Upper East Side which she purchased for $550,000 and has owned for eight months is a testament to her design philosophy she follows what she calls the 3c's colorful comfortable and curated when Barbara moved into the studio it was a plain white box devoid of color or architectural interest she took it upon herself to renovate just about every inch of the space adding picture frame molding throughout and using wallpaper from some of her favorite companies GP and J Baker thebo quadril and Galbraith and Paul who made custom wallpaper for her kitchen Barbara chose the items she loved the most for this small space ensuring that each inch was just right the renovation which took about 2 months was mostly cosmetic but transformative one of the biggest challenges Barbara faced was in the small kitchen she added a full- size refrigerator a dishwasher and a recycling unit anyone who is renovated in New York City knows it is an arduous process starting with securing board approval fortunately Barbara's board was prompt and the building staff especially the all-important super were Beyond helpful in the kitchen Barbara also painted the floor in in Benjamin Moore's simply white and added a checkerboard pattern in Sherwin Williams's organic green from the living room walls finishing it with three coats of polyurethane she also chose motorized Shades from the shade store with a design by Sheila Bridges adding even more pattern to the space Barbara credits her incredible team including her general contractor and various trades people for helping her transform the space however one task she took on herself was choosing the green paint color for the walls she pulled together a ton of samples mixed paints herself and finally landed on the perfect shade that was in her head now let us talk about the paint and colors that make this apartment truly stand out for the living room and bedroom Barbara chose Sherwin Williams's emerald green the ceilings and trim are painted in Benjamin Moore's simply White and the bathroom is painted in Benjamin Moore's black the entryway features thebo wallpaper in the fretwork pattern in pink a vintage dresser from refined Decor in Chicago painted in lacquered Coral adds a pop of color the mirror is from Ballard design and the Caitlyn Wilson lamp with a shade from Pooky lighting sits on a green tray from gleaming Renditions on Etsy there is also a watercolor of Barbara's dog by Emma wills and an Exquisite and affordable British Artist on Instagram and an original drawing of peonies by paper pair in Australia a black lacquered bamboo side chair from cherish with a custom pillow and seat cover from lindsy Rebecca shop on Etsy rounds out the space the ceiling light is from Circa in the living room Barbara has a black velvet Chesterfield sofa from one Kings Lane and two club chairs upholstered in brunswig lean chint fabric from kravit a custom area rug from carpet's Bazaar on Etsy ties the room together the dresser painted in black lacquer is from the resplendant crow on Etsy a black and white striped side chair from cherish is reupholstered in Clark and Clark's Marlo fabric charcoal pillows from kravit as well as custom tufted Ottomans upholstered in GP and J Baker's Tilly Fabric in green colorway add to the room charm the back wall of the bookshelves is wallpapered in Tilly from GP and J Baker in Green colorway Glass and guilt side tables from Oka a Filas cordless table lamp and shade from Pooky lighting and a tall black table lamp and shade from Pooky lighting add Elegance a floor lamp with a red shade from Pooky lighting a black lacquer cabinet from the resplendant crow on Etsy and an abstract oil painting by Alexa lesso from New York York City complete the look the Carrera marble countertop below the windows adds a touch of luxury Barbara's sofa cushions are adorned with celery kemble's betwix fabric black and white pillows as well as brunch wigs leivan pillows on the club chairs and sofa are custom made by Lindsay Rebecca shop on Etsy a green and white club chair and ottoman from kravit upholstered in Lea's Pomeroy Fabric in green oyster add Comfort a Barkley bua rounds side table and motorized Shades from the shade store in Sheila bridges' poring her pattern in Spring colorway complete the room crav Couture Visos fabric is used for the drape between the entry and living room creating a portier in Andrew Martin's mossop Fabric in Coral colorway in the kitchen Barbara chose Cafe appliances by General Electric and pure white quartz countertops brass wack from vintage fixtures on Etsy at a touch of sophistication the bedroom features a Serena and Lily custom broadrick bed in green Chenille from kravit the canopy is made from brunch wigs Le Pan's chint fabric with canopy trim by Samuel and Suns in Labyrinth Border in cilantro the Shams are from matu and the sheets are peacock alleys Marseilles a floor lamp from Serena and Lily and a shade on a Pooky table lamp by Alice Palmer complete the Cozy setup in the bathroom Barbara opted for Pini wallpaper by quadril the toilet hardware and sink are all from Ferguson in New York City next up on today's docket Costco's Fourth of July hours are not what you'd expect this intriguing piece was written by Lillian Tanner an LA based writer actress and filmmaker Lillian's writing has been recognized at the Austin film Film Festival Barnstorm film festival and the filmatic comedy screenplay Awards she has also been featured on Comedy Central whoo haa funny or die and women in Hollywood July is prime time to stock up Costco's 4th July hours on things that will make the long hot days more bearable and dare I say enjoyable case in point Costco sells a fan that actually keeps a whole room cool heavy duty camp chairs that let you enjoy your yard in Peak comfort and infl able family-sized lounging pool and a lot more to take your summer to the next level if you are thinking you need to snap up some of those outdoor Essentials as soon as possible you may also be wondering if Costco is open on the 4th of July after all there is nothing worse than realizing you want something to amp up your day off only to arrive at a totally closed warehouse and it is a good thing you asked because all Costco locations will be closed on July 4th 2024 or in observance of Independence Day the store's official website includes the holiday in its list of confirmed holiday closures which also includes Labor Day Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day all stores should be open the rest of the week so check your closest location to see its operating hours before hopping in the car while you are added on their website you can order whatever you need regardless of the July four store closures as long as it is not urgent their giant outdoor storage deck box will instantly clear your outdoor clutter while their gas fire pit will warm up any unexpectedly cool nights and help you take advantage of your outdoor space long after summer ends do not have a Costco card but feeling fear of missing out about these deals do not sweat Costco is now partnering with Uber Eats in select locations so you can get in on great Kirkland products without shelling out for a membership check out more information about the partnership on their website and note that non-members have to pay full price for items while members can apply their membership discount to anything they order finally on today's docket 10 brilliant clothline ideas to make laundry day a breeze this insightful Brilliant clothes line ideas piece was written by Jennifer bck an award-winning writer best-selling author and editor Jennifer is currently dreaming of an around theor trip with her Boston Terrier she has a knack for finding the best Home Solutions and this article is no exception so let us dive in and explore these fantastic clothesline ideas that will transform your laundry routine there is something about hanging your clothes to dry a soft Breeze pulling all the moisture out of your laundry and leaving a Heavenly soft and fresh feel whether you already have a clothes line or not these 10 ideas will help you upgrade your laundry day experience instantly first up is the classic clothes line Stacy fry of Green Valley Gable shows how to make a basic clothes line that brings a Down Home flare to your drying sheets and laundry grab a basket and bring your things outside for a fresh burst of beautiful Summer Breeze this simple setup is perfect for those who love the traditional method of air drying clothes next we have the collapsible clothes drying rack if you do not have a lot of laundry space space or an outdoor area a collapsible smaller drying rack will give you the clothesline feel with a compact footprint once your laundry is dry simply fold up the rack and stash it away until your next load this is a great option for apartment dwellers or anyone with limited space another space- saving option is the wallmounted laundry drying rack this drying rack is similar to the collapsible one except it attaches to your wall now you can have all the joy of a clothes line without any footprint on the floor at all this is perfect for those who want to maximize their floor space while still enjoying the benefits of air drying clothes if you are feeling a bit crafty you can try the easy DIY clothes line with a pulley system there is no need to buy a fully assembled clothes line or find a home that has one already you can easily make your own following these directions from the blog seeking lavender Lane all you need is some wood rope and clothline pulleys that you can find at the hardware store the project should only take a few hours and will give you a custom functional clothes line for those who need to air dry an entire load of laundry the foldable two-l laundry drying rack is a fantastic investment it has two levels and 33 drying rails to accommodate even a jumbo load this rack is perfect for large families or anyone who prefers to Air Drive all their laundry at once if you love the style of a coat rack and want to expand it into your laundry Decor consider the tripod clothes drying rack this foldable drying rack tripods out to a coat rack shape allowing you to hang items on three different spokes it is a stylish and functional addition to any laundry room a retractable clothes line is perfect for someone who loves the idea of a clothes line but does not want it constantly on display inside or outside of their home just screw the retractable line housing into the wall and then you have a line that can be put away as desired this option is great for those who want a versatile and unobtrusive drying solution forget rope after a while that will Fray and fall apart ensure your clothes line lasts as long as your family needs laundry done by putting in a metal one it looks Chic and unobtrusive in addition to Lasting forever follow Ray your Garden's DIY instructions to see how to do it this metal clothes line is a durable and stylish alternative to traditional rope lines traveling light but still need a cloth line the travel friendly portable clothes line is a lifesaver one of the pitfalls of traveling light is the inevitable trip to the laundromat or the hassle of washing your clothes in the sink and finding somewhere to dry them but with this travel clothes line you do not have to worry about taking up every possible space in your hotel with wet clothes just string up the line and you have a dedicated laundry drying spot this is a musthave for any frequent traveler last but not least we have the outdoor drying rack and clothes line This clothes line spays out like an umbrella and is made for outdoor use hanging clothes to dry on every side whether you sit under it while your wet clothes block the Sun from your face space is up to you this versatile and spacious clothesline is perfect for those who have a yard or outdoor space and want to make the most of sunny days and that wraps up our episode for today I hope you found these tips and ideas inspiring and helpful for your home projects whether you are looking to tackle last minute emergencies at the Home Depot stay cool with the best blankets admire a striking green paint job or get the most out of your Costco membership we have covered it all and do not forget those brilliant clothesline ideas to make laundry day a breeze thank Conclusion and sign-off you for joining me today on daily interior design inspiration I am Betsy helmouth and I will see you next time with more affordable and modern design tips tailored just for you have a wonderful day