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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This Viral Paint Hack Is a Clever Way to Make Low Ceilings Look Taller
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Instagram commenters were fooled.
Heather Bien
Nov 20, 2023
4 DIYs Make a Blah Laundry Room Beautiful *and* Functional
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
You’ll want to copy the wheeled laundry baskets.
Sarah Everett
Nov 18, 2023
An Easy $10 DIY Is Just What This “Renter Beige” Bedroom Needed
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The project is totally reversible — and easy to add on to — if the DIYer decides she wants more or less of the pattern.
Sarah Everett
Nov 17, 2023
Bobby Berk’s 3 Best “Queer Eye” Redos, Now that He’s Leaving the Show
News
Berk is leaving the Netflix show after season 8, but his best designs will live on!
Inigo Del Castillo
Nov 17, 2023
My Dated Kitchen's Gut Reno Unearthed a Beautiful Brick Wall
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It went from totally ‘80s and dated to historic, charming, and cool.
Dana McMahan
Nov 16, 2023
How to Use a Tape Measure the Right Way
We definitely just learned a few new things.
Ashley Poskin
Nov 15, 2023
A DIY Upholstered Bench Adds Stylish Storage to a Dated Dining Room
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The after mixes a modern touch with the home’s historic charm.
Sarah Everett
Nov 15, 2023
This Smart DIY Is the Perfect Space-Saving Project for Small Bedrooms
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Add some warmth to your space without sacrificing any square footage.
Megan Baker Detloff
Nov 15, 2023
A Bedroom with Beautiful Bones Gets a Boho-Style Makeover for $2,000
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“A little IKEA mixed in with higher-end items is always a good idea, in my opinion,” this renter says.
Sarah Everett
Nov 14, 2023
This Easy DIY Trick Fakes the Look of Luxe Wallpaper for Way Less
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It's totally beginner-friendly.
Shifrah Combiths
Nov 14, 2023
An Awkward Wall Gets a New Life as a Luxe Green Kitchenette
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These renters squeezed a super practical (and beautiful!) kitchenette into just 40 square feet
Sarah Everett
Nov 13, 2023
If You Want to Redo Dated Oak Cabinets, This Tool Will Be Your MVP
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It will help make your DIY makeover look totally pro.
Cat Meschia
Nov 13, 2023
A $350 Bathroom Redo Brings Vintage Charm Back to a 200-Year-Old Home
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s an 1830s Colonial-style home, but you wouldn’t know it from the bathroom’s “before.”
Emma Kershaw
Nov 12, 2023
Fresh Doors Give This Kitchen’s Dated Wood Cabinets a Whole New Look
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From wood cabinets to (way chicer) wood cabinets.
Emma Kershaw
Nov 11, 2023
This Light Therapy Lamp Changed My Mornings—and It's 30 Percent Off Today Only!
It brought light to my daily routine (literally and figuratively), but I asked the pros if the science backs it up.
Sarah duRivage-Jacobs
Nov 10, 2023
A "Cream and Boring" Bedroom Gets a Colorful, Upcycle-Packed Makeover
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The homeowner wanted to combine color and comfort.
Sarah Everett
Nov 10, 2023
The Brilliant $15 Instagram Tool I Wish I'd Used to Paint My Bathroom
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It would have saved me a lot of missed spots and day-after soreness.
Megan Baker Detloff
Nov 10, 2023
A Plain Kitchen Goes from White to Wow with a Retro-Inspired Makeover
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
The matching seating, wallpaper, and curtains are patterned perfection.
Sarah Everett
Nov 9, 2023
A Musty Scent Is a Red Flag You Might Be Harboring This Pest at Home
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s a problem you’ll want to deal with immediately.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Nov 9, 2023
Create Easy Keepsake Art with This Fall-Friendly DIY
The result is unbeleafable!
Noella Williams
Nov 9, 2023
A “Bootility Space” Makeover Hides a Boiler and Adds a Bench for $615
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It’s utilitarian *and* pretty.
Sarah Everett
Nov 8, 2023
This Weird Little Tool Is My New Go-To for Home Projects
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It’s something I use nearly weekly.
Jennifer Prince
Nov 8, 2023
A Dark Living Room Goes Bright with a $5,000 MCM-Style Makeover
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The after puts the “modern” in mid-century modern.
Sarah Everett
Nov 7, 2023
A $450 Project Amps Up an Already-Cute Bedroom’s Cozy Vibe
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Nickel gap paneling is shiplap made easy, according to this DIYer.
Sarah Everett
Nov 6, 2023
This TikToker Created the Sparkliest DIY from a Damaged Monstera Leaf
Instead of pressing your fall leaves, you could do this.
Noella Williams
Nov 5, 2023
This No-Demo Bathroom Redo Cost Just Under $300, but Looks Way Pricier
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So long, stained shower.
Sarah Everett
Nov 5, 2023
This Renter-Friendly Kitchen Redo Fakes the Look of Painted Cabinets
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The whole transformation cost just $250.
Sarah Everett
Nov 4, 2023
11 Non-Toxic Paints To Buy That Are as Safe as They Are Chic
The best non-toxic and low VOC paints for your entire home, from interior paint jobs to small DIY projects.
Cambria Bold
Nov 2, 2023
This TikToker Converted an Old Grandfather Clock into a Bookshelf
It might be *time* for a new bookshelf.
Noella Williams
Nov 3, 2023
This Product Gives Painted Cabinets a Wood Finish Without Sanding
Your kitchen makeover just got a lot simpler.
Olivia Harvey
Nov 3, 2023
An Old IKEA HEMNES Dresser Gets a Designer-Worthy New Look for $130
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“I wanted people to be absolutely stunned that this was an IKEA dresser,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Nov 2, 2023
Before You Turn on the Heat at Home, You Need This $20 Appliance
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s going to come in clutch for cold winter days.
Jennifer Prince
Nov 2, 2023
Before & After: This $225 “Outdated Beige” Kitchen Makeover Is Now Bright and Airy
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It was previously “an outdated beige on beige on beige mess” — until this smart update.
Cullen Ormond
Nov 2, 2023
This TikToker Got Free Tools from The Home Depot (& You Can, Too)
You don’t even need a receipt.
Inigo Del Castillo
Nov 1, 2023
This “Dopamine Decor” IKEA Hack Is $100 and Super Funky
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From four-cubed KALLAX to something MoMA-worthy
Sarah Everett
Oct 31, 2023
This TikToker Turned Thrift Finds into a Charming Gingerbread Village
Keep your eyes peeled the next time you’re at the thrift store.
Olivia Harvey
Oct 31, 2023
Every Homeowner Should Know the Difference Between These 2 Reno Terms
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Turns out, they're not interchangeable.
Jennifer Prince
Oct 31, 2023
Thrift Store Fake Plants Get New Life with This Easy DIY Update
It literally became the star of her outdoor fall decor.
Olivia Harvey
Oct 31, 2023
This Laundry Room’s Luxe Green Redo Was a Complete DIY Job
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Before, the laundry room was “a forgotten room,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Oct 30, 2023
A $30 DIY Project Adds Rental-Friendly Maximalism to a Blank Kitchen
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If you're a maximalist who rents, grab a pencil (and scissors and peel-and stick)!
Sarah Everett
Oct 29, 2023
4 Ways to Know It’s Time To Replace Your Water Heater
Here’s what you need to know about water heaters in your home, including how long they typically last and signs that it might be time to buy a new one.
Steph Mickelson
Oct 29, 2023
An Empty Kitchen Corner Gets a Practical Redo with a DIY Dining Nook
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Now, it’s warm and functional for a family.
Sarah Everett
Oct 28, 2023
We Asked 7 DIYers to Share Their Best Living Room Project Ideas
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Their recommendations span from small (a quirky DIY mirror) to big (classic picture frame molding), so you’re sure to find something to fit your space.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Oct 28, 2023
This Cottagecore Bedroom Makeover Has English Countryside Vibes
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The cast iron details are dreamy.
Sarah Everett
Oct 27, 2023
This Common Thrift Store Find Instantly Elevates Your Candle Game
It’s the perfect no-brainer solution that only costs you a couple of bucks.
Olivia Harvey
Oct 27, 2023
This Is the Must-Know Number if You’re Planning a Kitchen Makeover
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Knowing this measurement will make planning lots easier.
illya.vlasov
Oct 27, 2023
An Entryway’s $25 Paint Makeover Is a Bold Maximalist Statement
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It’s black, white, and bold all over.
Sarah Everett
Oct 26, 2023
This Is the Best Flooring for Families with Kids or Pets
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If you’re in the market to replace your floors, you need to read this.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Oct 26, 2023
Yes, You *Can* Pull off a Living Room Redo Without Leaving Your Couch
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These six online paint retailers let you shop for a new look from home.
Leeron Hoory
Oct 25, 2023
An Eclectic Living Room Makeover Has a Totally Unique Curtain Rod DIY
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“Work with the unique features of the room, and don’t be afraid to mix it up when the mood strikes,” this homeowner advises.
Sarah Everett
Oct 25, 2023
I Can’t Stop Making Disco Pumpkins (and I Kind of Don’t Want To)
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Pumpkins and disco balls are a maximalist Halloween dream team.
Megan Baker Detloff
Oct 25, 2023
A Plain Home Office Gets a Moody Makeover That’s Peak Dark Academia
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“The new space makes me want to curl up with a book and sip on some coffee,” the homeowner says.
Kelly Dawson
Oct 24, 2023
One TikToker Totally Transformed These Common Thrift Store Figurines
Keep your eyes peeled next time you’re at the thrift store.
Olivia Harvey
Oct 24, 2023
This IKEA STÄLL Hack Cost $600 But Looks Way More Expensive
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“Cabinets like these can cost over $2,000, so this cabinet costing $600 is a win in my book!” the DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Oct 23, 2023
5 Costly Tile Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Reno
Pros say these mistakes are costing you money and time.
Tessa Cooper
Oct 23, 2023
This TikToker DIYed a Pumpkin Fairy House, and It’s So Magical
“I want to go to there.”
Abby Monteil
Oct 23, 2023
This Maximalist Kitchen Makeover Features a Clever $8 Cabinet Hack
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“I hope this project is a great demonstration of what can be achieved with paint and pattern,” the homeowner says.
Sarah Everett
Oct 22, 2023
This Easy DIY Pumpkin Wine Dispenser Is a Halloween Party Must-Have
It’s a “fun and easy way to elevate that box of wine.”
Arielle Tschinkel
Oct 22, 2023
A Very Beige Bathroom Gets a Glam Green Makeover
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It’s luxe but still family-friendly.
Sarah Everett
Oct 21, 2023
A Cheap Secondhand Dresser Gets a Simple, Stylish Makeover for $30
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“Painting a piece always is a bit daunting,” this DIYer says, but she made it work.
Sarah Everett
Oct 20, 2023
Plants and Checkerboard Are a DIY Dream Team in This Living Room Redo
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“This was a very risky project,” the DIYer says. “I didn't know if it would turn out cool or chunky and busy.”
Sarah Everett
Oct 19, 2023
This DIY Recipe Is the Secret to Making Your Home Smell Expensive
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If you can stir a pot, you can pull off this DIY.
Cat Meschia
Oct 19, 2023
A Blue Floral Bedroom’s $1,220 Moody Makeover Has Smart IKEA Storage
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Curtains came to the rescue in this bedroom transformation.
Sarah Everett
Oct 18, 2023
A Red-Carpeted (!) Kitchen Looks Unrecognizable After a DIY Makeover
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“There were decades' worth of stains in the carpet,” the DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Oct 17, 2023
Your Backyard Needs a Fire Pit — And These 8 DIY Ideas Show Why
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Want to extend your outdoor entertaining season? Fire pits are the answer.
Megan Baker Detloff
Oct 17, 2023
A Tiny Gray Balcony Becomes a Go-To Cozy Spot After a $50 Makeover
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The apartment owners had a little over 16 square feet to work with.
Sarah Everett
Oct 16, 2023
This Easy DIY Repurposes Old Dartboards into Functional Furniture
A handful of thrifted materials are now a low-cost, retro-inspired table.
Abby Monteil
Oct 16, 2023
This Whimsical Mushroom Decor Is Made from Thrift Store Staples
Get ready to turn your garden into a whimsical fairyland for just a few dollars.
Olivia Harvey
Oct 16, 2023
A “Beige on Beige Mess” Kitchen Gets a $225 Renter-Friendly Redo
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The landlord actually reimbursed the renters for the new hardware they picked — it looked THAT good.
Sarah Everett
Oct 15, 2023
This Facebook Marketplace Find Became a DIY “Zoo” for Stuffed Animals
It’s right at home in a child’s bedroom.
Abby Monteil
Oct 15, 2023
This Easy, Renter-Friendly Halloween Hack Makes Your Kitchen Glow
One TikToker’s holiday light hack is low-key ingenious.
Arielle Tschinkel
Oct 15, 2023
Dark Paint Lets a Dining Room’s Historic Details Sing in This Redo
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“I’m proud that we were brave with our color choice despite some initial apprehensions,” the homeowner says.
Abby Monteil
Oct 14, 2023