The footprint's the same size, but it looks so much brighter and bigger.

This color scheme is seriously energizing.

The after is full of sunshine (even when it's cloudy).

This record cabinet got a second chance with a stylish new look.

It's packed full of DIYs, too.

It uses a trendy material to make the old piece look brand new.

There were a lot of great projects last month, but five bright ideas stood out.

All it took was some paint and painter's tape!

This advice will help your project look its best.

This plain bedroom needed a revamp.

Be gone, gray.

The new finishes make it look bigger, even though it stayed the same size.

"I want to put on a flapper dress and drink a Sidecar," the homeowner says.

This is an easy curb appeal project you can copy for your own home, too.

This redo is proof that just changing up a paint color can do a lot to change the look and feel of a space.

"It no longer just blends, but makes a statement as soon as you walk in the door," the homeowner says.

The color helps liven up this 138-year-old living room.

This full renovation is chock full of mid-century style (but with a modern twist).

A few small projects made a big difference.

These intrepid DIYers looked past the shag carpet to see the beauty beneath.

The DIY job cost literally a fraction of what they were quoted.

This redo features a smart hack that makes an old vanity look brand new.

All in, the project cost just $25.

The room was fine before, but a bit boring. A few BILLY shelves and a bit of DIY changed that.

It was covered in nail polish and scratches before, but some TLC cleaned it right up.

It took a little patience, but this DIY is totally copyable.

These stylish makeovers are full of smart ideas, from easy DIY projects to money-saving hacks.

Bidet novice? I was, too. Here's what I learned.

The dramatic hue makes the whole space look warmer and more welcoming.

The whole project's DIY-friendly.

This piece can now be enjoyed by a whole new generation.

There was a hiccup along the way, but it made the end product all the better.

The homeowners didn't need to knock down a wall for this reno — in fact, they put one up.

The homeowners wanted somewhere that was comfy enough to hang out all the time, but still elegant.

This trick uses supplies you probably already have.

You'll be looking at your own vases in a whole new light after seeing this smart redo.

"I love that it was literal trash that will now be on display and admired," the DIYer says.

This Facebook Marketplace find just needed a little DIY love.

Some smart DIYs help this bedroom feel bright and welcoming (and fit for an adult).

No matter how clean, the before always looked a little dirty. But the after is a total 180.