Skip to content
UpDweller
  • Projects by Area
    • Kitchen
    • Bedroom
    • Bathroom
    • Basement
    • Deck
    • Roof
    • Attic
    • Garage
    • Laundry
    • Driveway
    • Shed
  • Tool Guides
    • Power Tools
      • Rotary
      • Die Grinder
      • Bench Sanders
      • Welders
    • Woodworking Tools
      • Drill Press
      • Band Saw
      • Wood Router
      • Jointer
      • Drill Jigs
    • Hand Tools
      • Stud Finders
      • Multimeter
      • Calipers
      • Screwdrivers
      • Hammers
    • Painting Tools
      • House Paint
      • Paint Sprayer
    • Tool Storage
    • Safety Gear
    • Shop Vacs
    • Metal Drill Presses
    • Metal Lathe
    • Air Compressor
    • CNC Machine
  • Materials
    • Flooring
      • Tile
      • Wood
    • Windows
    • Plumbing
      • Sump Pump
    • HVAC
    • Water Heater
    • Electrical
  • Home Services
    • Gutter
    • Dust Collectors
  • About

Posts by Kim Hamilton

Home » Archives for

About Kim Hamilton
Kim Hamilton believes that a home should feel as good as it looks. From arranging flowers to styling rooms, Kim has spent her career paying attention to the small touches that bring a space to life. Now she brings that eye for detail to home design, helping readers create spaces that feel personal and put-together. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she's a mom of two teens and an avid traveler who's always picking up new ideas for her own space along the way.
Handyman vs Honey Homes

Handyman vs. Membership: Which One Actually Fits Your Life & To-Do List?

Posted by By Kim Hamilton July 28, 2026Posted inHome ServicesNo Comments
Home repairs can be such a headache. I'm a busy single mom with two teens, and I always have a running list of little things that need to be done…
Read More
Honey Homes Worth It

Is a Honey Homes Membership Worth It?

Posted by By Kim Hamilton July 28, 2026Posted inHome ServicesNo Comments
Do you have a lot of small home projects on your honey do list? And the list keeps growing instead of getting done? Everyone is busy these days, and sometimes…
Read More
What A Room vs West Elm

What A Room vs West Elm: Which Sofa Is Right for Your House?

Posted by By Kim Hamilton July 15, 2026Posted inMaterialsNo Comments
If you've been shopping for a new sofa, West Elm is probably already on your list. It's one of the Williams-Sonoma family of brands (alongside Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel,…
Read More
Is What a Room Worth It? A Buyer’s Guide

Is What a Room Worth It? A Buyer’s Guide

Posted by By Kim Hamilton July 6, 2026Posted inHome Services, Projects by AreaNo Comments
I've owned three sofas since graduating college: one from Ethan Allen, one from Macy's Furniture, and most recently one from LoveSac. They were all very different, but none of them…
Read More
What A Room Review

What A Room Review

Posted by By Kim Hamilton July 5, 2026Posted inHome ServicesNo Comments
You’ve finally moved into a real place. Not a starter apartment, but maybe your forever home. The IKEA sofa you've been moving around since college has seen better days and…
Read More
Parachute Waffle Towel Alternatives

The Best Parachute Waffle Towel Alternatives

Posted by By Kim Hamilton May 28, 2026Posted inMaterialsNo Comments
Why People Leave Parachute Waffle Towels1. Onsen Waffle Towel | Best Overall Alternative2. Brooklinen Dreamweave Waffle Towel | Best for More Softness3. Quince Organic Turkish Waffle Towel | Best Value4.…
Read More
Onsen vs Parachute Towels

Onsen vs. Parachute Waffle Towels: My Comparison

Posted by By Kim Hamilton May 28, 2026Posted inMaterialsNo Comments
Waffle towels are everywhere now. You probably first saw them at a boutique hotel or spa, and now they're all over Instagram, in home goods stores, and honestly, even IKEA…
Read More
Onsen Towel Review

Onsen Towels Review: Do Waffle Weave Towels Actually Work?

Posted by By Kim Hamilton May 28, 2026Posted inMaterialsNo Comments
Waffle towels get their name from their distinctive honeycomb grid weave, which looks almost exactly like a waffle iron pressed into fabric.  Unlike traditional terry cloth, which relies on dense…
Read More
Onsen vs Brooklinen Towels

The Real Use Review: Onsen vs. Brooklinen Waffle Towels

Posted by By Kim Hamilton May 21, 2026Posted inMaterialsNo Comments
Waffle weave towels used to be something you only came across at a nice hotel or spa. Now they're everywhere, and for good reason. They dry faster, take up less…
Read More
Recent Posts
  • Handyman vs. Membership: Which One Actually Fits Your Life & To-Do List?
  • Is a Honey Homes Membership Worth It?
  • Deciding When to Call a Pro vs DIY for Your Home
  • When to Service Your HVAC
  • Waffle Towels vs Terry Towels: Choosing the Best Bath Towel for Your Home
Categories
  • Home Services
  • Materials
  • Projects by Area
  • Tool Guides
  • Uncategorized
A Venture 4th Media Company

Chapel Hill, NC

| Privacy Policy | Affiliate Disclosure | FTC Disclaimer

Want to learn more information when it comes to home renovation?

Our in-depth project guides will help you to know where to start when it comes to renovating your home, room-by-room. We’ll give you tons of ideas, no matter what your budget is.

Learn More
  • Privacy Policy
  • FTC Disclaimer
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • About
Copyright 2026 — UpDweller. A Venture 4th Media Company
Scroll to Top