(BPT) - Ready to host for the holidays? Whether you're planning parties and/or welcoming visitors to your home during this festive season, you probably want to make a great impression. Ahead of this busy time of year, you'll be glad to know there are some easy upgrades you can make to those all-important rooms — your kitchen and bath — which will delight your friends and family. Even better, you'll love them, too.
1. Celebrate the heart of your home
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