Home Projects

From DIY projects to plants & gardening to remodeling ideas plus before & after renovation photos – here’s everything you need to tackle home projects.
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The 10-Minute Ice Fan DIY That Will Help You Get Through This Heat Wave
This project is no sweat.
Melissa Epifano
Jun 18, 2024
A Tiny Closet Nook Got a Wavy, Space-Maximizing Upgrade (Plus IKEA Storage)
Squiggle and stripe lovers, rejoice!
Cullen Ormond
Jun 17, 2024
A Blank Stairwell Gets “the Most Magical Retro '60s” Makeover
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"This is my happy place!" the DIYer says of the "after."
Sarah Everett
Jun 17, 2024
This Stunning Kitchen Cabinet DIY Is Made Only from 3 IKEA Boxes
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So simple and so beautiful.
Abby Monteil
Jun 17, 2024
Joanna Gaines Just Dropped 5 Dreamy Nature-Inspired Paint Colors
Think: lots of greens and blues, but they’re not too bold.
Sarah Everett
Jun 17, 2024
A “Wall of Bookcases” and More Transform This Beige Room (for $2,700!)
The stained glass windows are a must-see.
Sarah Everett
Jun 16, 2024
How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs Without Stinking up Your House
These pests stink — literally. Here’s how to deal.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jun 16, 2024
A Gut Renovation Takes My Victorian Kitchen from Drab to Dramatic
This gut renovation is bold, but still era-appropriate.
Dana McMahan
Jun 15, 2024
A Grimy NYC Balcony Transforms into a Lush Oasis for $2,000
“Wiping away literal years of city dust and grime was an immediate improvement,” the renter says.
Sarah Everett
Jun 14, 2024
This Closet Makeover Has One of the Fanciest IKEA Hacks I’ve Ever Seen
It’s giving me major closet envy.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jun 14, 2024
A $1,500 Laundry Room Makeover Used “Cabinet Tetris” to Pack in So Much Storage
“All of the storage is amazing,” the homeowner says of the after.
Emma Kershaw
Jun 13, 2024
See How I Gave My Cluttered Closet a “Budget Luxe” Makeover
It's hard to believe it's the same space!
Nail Gun Nelly
Jun 12, 2024
A Dated 2000s Kitchen Gets a Total Redo and the Result Is So Romantic
Wait until you see the stunning Italian stove.
Dana McMahan
Jun 12, 2024
A 1968 Camper Looks Unrecognizable After a Pastel-Filled Refresh
The pink cabinets are so cute.
Nail Gun Nelly
Jun 11, 2024
A Tired Kitchen Transforms with IKEA Cabinets in the Prettiest Color
It took a couple tries to get the cabinets just right.
Cullen Ormond
Jun 11, 2024
A $963 Kitchen Makeover Triples the Storage (It’s Renter-Friendly!)
This kitchen transformation is a maximalist dream.
Abby Monteil
Jun 11, 2024
You Have to See How 2 DIYers Turned Stone Scraps into Luxe Furniture
These furniture pieces look way more expensive than they really were.
Sarah Everett
Jun 11, 2024
A Luxe Makeover Transforms This Builder-Grade Spare Room into a Swanky Lounge
The goal was to create a music-oriented “space with a lounge feel.”
Emma Kershaw
Jun 10, 2024
This “So Satisfying” IKEA Shelf Doubles the Storage Under Pedestal Sinks
The $40 price is hard to beat.
Sarah Everett
Jun 10, 2024
A Dated NYC Kitchen Gets the Most Unbelievable Transformation (It Doubles the Storage!)
The 95-square-foot kitchen redo keeps the same footprint but makes much smarter use of the space.
Sarah Everett
Jun 9, 2024
This Kitchen Redo's Cool New Island Doubles the Storage (and Seating!)
Plus, the dated brown cabinets get a bold paint job.
Cullen Ormond
Jun 8, 2024
I’m Blown Away by This Dated Home’s Curb Appeal Transformation
Strategic changes made all the difference.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jun 8, 2024
See the “Desperate” Transformation That Made This Hallway Cozy and Inviting (For $70!)
"I desperately wanted to make this space look inviting and warm, and I needed something to store at least five pairs of shoes," the renter says.
Sarah Everett
Jun 7, 2024
A “Bland” IKEA Cart Gets a Colorful Transformation for $50 (It Adds So Much Storage!)
The DIYer wanted to make something that really stood out in her kitchen.
Abby Monteil
Jun 6, 2024
5 Golden Rules for a Flawless Caulk Job (Every Time!)
Want your caulk to look like a pro did it? Read this.
Kelly Dawson
Jun 6, 2024
This Nursery Makeover Has Fruit All Over the Walls (and It’s Not Wallpaper!)
The adorable room redo ended up going all-in on a theme.
Cullen Ormond
Jun 5, 2024
This “Grimy” Balcony Looks Unrecognizable After a $523 Makeover
The 40-square-foot retreat is so relaxing for this renter now.
Sarah Everett
Jun 5, 2024
A “Dated, Awkward” Kitchen’s Makeover Adds Tile in an Unexpected Spot
The striking cabinet color creates a dreamy combo with the bold wallpaper.
Cullen Ormond
Jun 3, 2024
This NYC Kitchen Got a French Countryside-Inspired Makeover (The Cabinets Look New!)
It’s possible to make rental brown cabinets look chic.
Sarah Everett
Jun 3, 2024
See How I Transformed Our Lifeless Concrete Backyard into a Dreamy Summer Oasis
It’s like going to a rooftop lounge without ever leaving home.
Charli Penn
Jun 3, 2024
This Bare Playroom Transformed into a Total Wonderland 
The room goes from a blank white space to a fantastic, family-friendly spot for adventure and make believe.
Cullen Ormond
Jun 1, 2024
11 Smart Ways to Cool Your Home During a Heat Wave (Without AC!)
Heat waves aren't a rarity anymore. These tricks will help you beat even the most brutal heat.
Joelle Alcaidinho
May 31, 2024
A Dated Kitchen Got a Timeless Makeover That Doubled the Storage Space
The after is so happy and functional.
The Handmade Home
May 31, 2024
See How This Makeover Rescues a ’90s Bathroom’s “Old and Dingy” Oak Cabinets
The whole thing cost under $1,000.
Abby Monteil
May 31, 2024
This Kitchen's Dramatic Redo Is One of My All-Time Favorite Makeovers
It’s completely unrecognizable.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 31, 2024
A Dated Brown Cabinet Is Unrecognizable After the Cutest DIY Makeover
The cabinet was free from Facebook Marketplace (but now it looks like a designer piece!).
Sarah Everett
May 30, 2024
5 Kitchen Reno Upgrades You’ll Regret Splurging on, According to Interior Designers
No. 4 is so tempting.
Quincy Bulin
May 30, 2024
The Most Important Thing to Know Before Reupholstering Your Couch
Want to refresh your same old sofa? Read this first.
Kelly Dawson
May 30, 2024
A Renovation Majorly Improves This 1990s Kitchen's Flow (It's So Much Brighter!)
One crucial cabinet decision let in so much natural light.
Cullen Ormond
May 29, 2024
Leanne Ford Just Dropped the Best New Product for Hacking Your Cabinets
This collaboration is the perfect representation of Leanne Ford’s signature light and airy style.
Sarah Everett
May 29, 2024
A "Bland" Bedroom Gets a Charming Makeover That Doubles the Storage
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The painted scallops are a fun detail.
Sarah Everett
May 28, 2024
6 Things You Absolutely Need as a New Homeowner, According to Reddit
These suggestions are brilliant.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 28, 2024
The Secret to This Dining Room Transformation Was a “Load of Old Junk”
“Put on some music, kick everyone out of the house, and have fun,” the homeowner and designer says. “Nails and glue gun required.”
Emma Kershaw
May 27, 2024
See How a “Bland ’90s" Bedroom Becomes a Maximalist, Magical Nursery
With star-patterned wallpaper and coordinating blue trim.
Cullen Ormond
May 27, 2024
A Drab '70s Kitchen Gets a “Cozy” $1,500 Makeover (The Old Cabinets Look New!)
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“Brass hardware really made a huge difference,” this homeowner says.
Sarah Everett
May 26, 2024
See How Much Bigger This Cramped 1980s Kitchen Feels After a Dreamy Makeover
The wood textures and plants create an earthy vibe.
Cullen Ormond
May 25, 2024
The $10 Amazon Buy That Elevates My Favorite Thrifted Decor (Every Time!)
It’s made my home (and my life) so much better.
Shelby Deering
May 25, 2024
This Bland Bathroom Got the Swankiest Transformation (For Just $170!)
It goes from builder-grade rental to totally bespoke bathroom — and they’ll still get their deposit back!
Sarah Everett
May 24, 2024
This Kitchen Staple Traps Flies Like Magic (Just in Time for Summer!)
You’ll want to save this DIY for later.
Kelly Dawson
May 24, 2024
This Home Depot Gem Is a Game Changer for Tiny Kitchens (It's on Sale!)
And it’s TikTok-famous. (The heart emojis, flame emojis, and 100 emojis are all very much deserved.)
Sarah Everett
May 24, 2024
IKEA's New Releases Include a Grown-Up Version of a Fan Favorite
It's totally hackable.
Kelly Dawson
May 24, 2024
See How I Transformed My Kitchen’s Whole Vibe with Just 1 DIY Find (It’s on Sale!)
It's like night and day.
Jada Wong
May 24, 2024
Home Depot’s Memorial Day Hours Are Great News for DIYers
Plus, they’re having a huge holiday sale.
Terri Pous
May 24, 2024
A Plain Living Room’s Makeover Creates a “Warm Glow” (Instantly!)
This living room is a master class in layering vintage rugs.
Sarah Everett
May 23, 2024
A DIYer Put Her Own (Very Pink!) Spin on Her Grandma's Kitchen Cabinets
For $1,200!
Cullen Ormond
May 22, 2024
This 2024 Bedroom Trend Is So Unexpected (And So Easy to DIY)
This one’s for the maximalists!
Sarah Everett
May 22, 2024
See This Beige 1980s Bathroom Get a Luxe “Modern Victorian” Makeover
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The DIY mirror is a must-see.
Sarah Everett
May 21, 2024
The DIY Makeover That Made a Tiny Brooklyn Kitchen Work for a Family of 5
For just $1,200!
Cullen Ormond
May 20, 2024
A Crumbling 1872 House Gets a “Fearless” Kitchen Transformation
The makeover preserved original details like the tin ceiling.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 20, 2024
See This Dated 1950s House Get the Cutest Cottage-Style Transformation
The project involved new brick, a new porch, and more.
Sarah Everett
May 19, 2024
This Neutral Kitchen Goes from "Dated" to Adorably Retro (for $876!)
People say it has a Wes Anderson vibe.
Cullen Ormond
May 18, 2024
A “Very Plain” Entryway's Cozy Redo Makes Guests Do a Double Take
You could do a similar project in any room.
Sarah Everett
May 17, 2024
This “Tired” 1980s Bathroom Is Transformed into a Vintage-Inspired Oasis
The toilet is a highlight (seriously).
Abby Monteil
May 16, 2024
A High-Drama Bathroom Makeover Feels Like a “Glistening Jewelry Box”
The makeover goes all-in on the color blue.
Emma Kershaw
May 15, 2024
A Cozy IKEA KALLAX Hack Doubles This Kitchen’s Storage (It Looks So Luxe!)
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I am in awe.
Abby Monteil
May 15, 2024
The "4 Ps Method" Is the Key to Your Best-Ever Furniture Makeover
It’s so simple but so brilliant.
Kelly Dawson
May 15, 2024
This $450 Rental Kitchen Transformation Has "Main Character" Energy
This transformation brought a cold kitchen to life.
Sarah Everett
May 14, 2024
My Kitchen Went from Drab to Fab — And Got Super Organized Along the Way
I prioritized drawer space.
Patty Catalano
May 13, 2024
2 Paint Projects Totaling $198 Transformed This Beige Bedroom
This project was all about finding the right paint shades — and perfecting the right painter’s tape method.
Emma Kershaw
May 13, 2024
My Living Room Makeover Doubled My Storage (It Looks So Much Bigger!)
The before was gray with mostly brown-toned furniture, rugs, and objects that my boyfriend described as “curbside pickups.”
Robin Horton
May 12, 2024
3 Golden Rules for a Flawless IKEA HEMNES Hack (Every Time!)
Here’s the scoop from DIY experts.
Kelly Dawson
May 11, 2024
A Tiny NYC Closet Gets a 2-for-1 Makeover That Uses Every Square Inch
See how a voiceover artist transformed a closet into her dream workspace.
Sarah Everett
May 9, 2024