DIY Home Projects

It was inspired by a clever IKEA hack.

And it's easier than you think.

So what’s the deal with vinyl spray paint: does it work, or is it a waste of time? I put three different paints to the test on three of the exact same chairs and was pretty surprised with the results. Hint: as it turns out, vinyl and fabric spray paint can actually work! There are some pretty impressive Before & Afters floating around of old, ugly vinyl furniture having been given new life with paint.

This is a trick you can steal for your own mural painting projects.

"I’m head-over-heels in love with the colors we used," this homeowner says.

Neutral color scheme and retro-inspired details for the win.

Yes, I'm giving you permission to play with your food.

Get more mileage out of your well-loved basics.

This homeowner duplicates her dream sideboard using an inexpensive IKEA hack.

How to paint plastic without it chipping, cracking or flaking.

Let’s face it, baseboard radiators are ugly. They’re boxy, often institutional beige, and they tend to accumulate scuffs and splotches of rust. But baseboard radiators do serve an important purpose, and those of us who rely on them to heat our homes are more or less stuck with them. Fortunately, there are ways to work around these wall-space-hogging eyesores, and painting your baseboard heater covers to match your home’s walls or trim is a great place to start.

With school starting, lots of leases renewing or expiring, and both green leaves and warm weather beginning to fade, September marks a time of change for many. That’s why it’s especially fitting that it’s Transformation Month on Apartment Therapy. Throughout the whole month, we’ll be taking a closer look at shifts big and small, from tiny tweaks to major renovations to personal routine changes.We’re kicking things off with the BIG changes.

Some snazzy wallpaper and new paint do a lot to make this kitchen feel bigger and more inviting.

This bathroom redo was not without its challenges, but the final look is so luxe.

Why go out when you can get a cozy theater experience at home?

Flat-pack furniture or bespoke built-ins? In this redo, it's hard to tell.

This kitchen redo is packed with plenty of small space inspiration.

She said it best herself, "Sometimes… you need a dunk tank.”

This workhorse space got an overhaul that's lots more welcoming.

This one belongs in the IKEA Hack hall of fame.

A 9-year-old's new bedroom receives a very pink renovation.

A four-month DIY project helped turn a messy, ineffective closet into a practical vintage-inspired home office.

The faux fireplace looks MUCH more expensive than its $300 price tag.

Painting and peeling up the old linoleum made a major difference in this redo.

Preserving their kitchen's original cabinets "saved a tremendous amount of time and money," the homeowner says.

New paint and new hardware also helped give this nightstand duo a more modern look.

The bold wallpaper is a must-see!

"I counted how many times I used the stairs in question over the course of one day, and it was over 30!" this DIYer says. "That’s a lot of time to be in boring decor. It deserved a makeover."

Spice racks are surprisingly versatile!

This basement's color palette went from fluorescent orange and sage green to all-white and serene.

See the "Electric Poppies" wallpaper bring this small gray bathroom to life.

If you're looking to squeeze a lot of function into a small space, there are better options than a standard nightstand.

"I have space to store items rather than having them out in the open," this homeowner says of her "after." "Overall it’s a lighter and brighter space."

Here's what to do with that awkward empty space above early- and mid- 2000s kitchen cabinetry.

Bold wallpaper and floating fixtures bring this bathroom into the 2020s.

No demo necessary.

Gothcore vibes.

"The only thing we would do differently is doing it earlier," these homeowners say of their DIY project. "It has really made the space feel purposeful."

You have to see the "built-in" dresser for yourself. (Hint: It's the same knotty oak one from before.)

A DIY bed, shelving, desk, and mural make for a pretty cool kid's room — and one lucky kid.

A few smart details make these built-ins look totally luxe (even though they were DIY)!

Staple gun + stretchy velvet fabric for the win.

From storage to a sink to ample folding space, the "after" has it all and looks great, too.

Sometimes you just need a persistent (read: pushy) family member to finally finish a project you've been meaning to get to. For my parents, that person is me.

With some budget-friendly, big-impact solutions!

DIYs and vintage finds make a once-dingy bathroom quaint and cozy.

This part-DIY, part-pro reno made the most of a teeny galley kitchen.

This bathroom redo is full of luxe details done through DIY.

"I always shop my own home first and think it worked out," this DIYer says of her high-impact, low-budget entryway redo.

From big box to bespoke, these nightstands get an ultra-colorful and patterned redo.

Even though RVs and campers often come in shades of beige and brown, they don't have to stay that way, according to this intrepid DIYer.

The before? Boring and a little dysfunctional. The after? A dream combo of stylish and practical.

From customized backpacks to ultra-practical desk organizers, these simple DIYs will get the school year off on the right track.

Here are eight of the best ones on the market right now.

A little contact paper goes a long way in this teeny kitchen.

Is it gray? Is it green? Is it blue? Trick question, it's all three!

The redo was done with two small paint projects that took a few hours each.

In the latest episode of the HGTV series, Jenn gave their home (including the kitchen and living room) some functional and modern upgrades.

This complete basement overhaul was a three-year labor of love.