DIY Home Projects

Bedroom with a patterned bedspread, two side tables, lamps, and framed photos on the wall.
B&A: Small Changes Work Together to Transform a Basic Bedroom for $650
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New light fixtures, a new ceiling treatment, new curtains, and more all help to spruce up this space.
Sarah Everett
May 20, 2022
B&A: A Plain Attic Space Becomes a Cute and Cozy Lounge for Movie Nights
From the cushy seating to the warm color palette, every part of this new hangout spot is inviting.
Sarah Everett
May 19, 2022
Before and After: Lisa Kudrow Gives an Outdated Condo an Update
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The “Friends” star wanted to craft an updated condo that was also pet friendly for her pal Thea's many adopted animals. 
Lillian Brown
May 18, 2022
6 Tasks DIYers Should Almost Always Do Themselves, According to Reddit
Learning to do these tasks in your own home can save you lots of money in the long run.
Kelly Dawson
May 18, 2022
B&A: This Cheerful Retro Kitchen Redo is Full of Small Space Upgrades to Steal
Whether you use them all, or just pick one idea to bring to your own space, this makeover is packed with inspo. And by the way: The new floor and wall treatments are renter-friendly!
Sarah Everett
May 17, 2022
This Small San Francisco Studio Apartment Looks and Feels Like a Sunrise
This 560-square-foot studio apartment in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood is Dipa Halder's first solo apartment, and she's personalized this blank canvas with murals, DIY art, and furniture and decor that remind her of the colors of a sunrise.
Esteban Cortez
May 17, 2022
B&A: A TV Wall Shakes Its "Just-Moved Emptiness" with a Small-Budget Redo
This TV wall goes from personality-less to charm central with just a few easy changes.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 16, 2022
This Lovely, Modern Toronto Home Is Filled With Clever and Cool DIYs
Momina and her husband, Ali, moved into this Toronto townhouse at the start of the pandemic and spent A LOT of time at home. Since then, they have been spending their time slowly and intentionally customizing their space.
Lauren Kolyn
May 16, 2022
B&A: A Dinged-Up 1960s Nightstand Becomes a Statement Piece for About $50
This cute nightstand started out with dings and chips, but a bit of DIY gave it a surprising (and bold) new look.
Sarah Everett
May 15, 2022
A TikToker Made a Renter-Friendly Checkerboard DIY for Under $8 (!)
Bonus: it's budget- and rental-friendly.
Blair Donovan
May 15, 2022
B&A: An "Awful" '80s Bookshelf Gets a Scandi-Style Upgrade Using IKEA Shelves
This reading corner revamp features a genius IKEA solution.
Sarah Everett
May 14, 2022
B&A: A "Blank, Empty, Sad" Spot Beside the Stairs Becomes a Major Design Moment
A designer added texture and artwork with special meaning behind it to a blank canvas spot in her home.
Sarah Everett
May 13, 2022
B&A: Flipping the Layout of This '90s Kitchen Made It Way More Spacious
The kitchen feels much more modern and open now, thanks to losing a wall and adding in a bolder new cabinet color.
Sarah Everett
May 12, 2022
What Are Spider Mites And How Can You Save Your Plants From Them?
So, you’ve noticed some tiny pests creeping on your precious houseplants , leaving little webs and stressing out your once-thriving plant. Here’s the bad news: You may have a case of white spider mites. These buggers reproduce quickly, so the time to take action is NOW to save your favorite green buddies, like your fiddle leaf fig plants and dracaena plants. Here’s the good news: It’s possible to quell a spider mite infestation, but it will require persistence.
Katie Holdefehr
May 11, 2022
The New Ace Hotel’s Furniture Collection Has Us Totally Inspired
A couch or upholstered chair, for example, are usually DIYs I wouldn’t consider approaching, just because the time, effort, and cost of supplies usually ends up breaking even anyway. But then, I saw Australian designer Fiona Lynch’s new furniture line.
Caroline Mullen
May 11, 2022
Before and After: A Childhood Dresser Gets a Grown-Up New Look for $60
"Why spend a ton of money on a new dresser when a little paint is all it needs?" this DIYer asks.
Sarah Everett
May 10, 2022
This $5 Paint Project Barely Takes Any Time or Effort, But the Payoff Is Huge
You can pull it off in about an hour.
Megan Baker Detloff
May 10, 2022
B&A: A Tiny 1945 Galley Kitchen Gets a Luxe-Looking, Space-Maximizing Redo
Discounted secondhand cabinets came to the rescue in this stylish kitchen makeover.
Sarah Everett
May 9, 2022
B&A: A Cluttered Corner Becomes a Cute and Functional Kitchenette for Just $580
A mother-daughter duo completed this budget-savvy redo together.
Sarah Everett
May 8, 2022
The Interactive Tool Shows the Easiest IKEA Furniture to Assemble
And the hardest.
Emma Kershaw
May 8, 2022
12 Tiny Kitchens with Seriously Big DIY Organization Ideas
These kitchens pack a lot of function into a small space.
Erin Johnson
May 7, 2022
Before and After: A Cozy $485 Redo for a 1980s-Era "Ugly Eyesore" Bathroom
A mix of new buys and vintage finds help make this bathroom feel warm and welcoming.
Sarah Everett
May 7, 2022
11 Stylish DIY Pallet Bed Frames to Suit Any Kind of Bedroom
This affordable DIY is more versatile than you think.
Jaime Brown
May 7, 2022
B&A: This $450 Laundry Room Redo Includes 6 Seriously Impressive DIYs
One highlight? The bold stenciled statement wall.
Sarah Everett
May 6, 2022
B&A: A 1970s Dresser Gets a Statement-Making Two-Toned Redo for $150
"One of my favorite finishes to create is giving a piece a 'dipped' look," this furniture flipper says.
Sarah Everett
May 5, 2022
A Young Family’s Home Is Full of Facebook Marketplace Finds and Clever DIYs
Kelby Mayberry and her husband, an active duty member of the military, share their home, this 1,300-square-foot rental duplex, with their two young kids and their pets. They've thrifted and DIYed a lot of elements in the home for a budget-friendly and stylish space.
Sarah Lyon
May 5, 2022
This TikToker DIYed a $1,000 Faux Plant For Only $25
It looks great.
Inigo Del Castillo
May 5, 2022
B&A: A Practical $700 Hallway-Turned-Home Office Created with an IKEA PAX
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A weeklong project created by best friends.
Sarah Everett
May 4, 2022
B&A: A 1977 Camper Gets a Fresh Redo Inside and Out for About $8,500
This DIYer was inspired by fond memories of the passed-down camper from when she was a child.
Sarah Everett
May 3, 2022
Before and After: A Bright, Botanical Redo Modernizes a Dim Hallway
This homeowner brought plant-filled atrium vibes to a small-but-often-used space in his house.
Sarah Everett
May 3, 2022
Before and After: On HGTV’s “Celebrity IOU”, Snoop Dogg Transforms an Old Garage into a Multifunctional Office
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Jonathan and Drew Scott distilled the space into an “office-meets-man-cave."
Lillian Brown
May 3, 2022
B&A: A Southwestern-Style Living Room Redo Lovingly Restores a Cracked Fireplace
This little New Mexico home had "gorgeous, classic bones," its owner says.
Sarah Everett
May 2, 2022
Before and After: A Two-Piece Cabinet Gets a Charming Two-Tone Painted Makeover
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Woodworking skills came in handy for this DIYer's redo.
Heather Bien
May 2, 2022
This DIYer's Home is Packed with Her Own Custom Furniture Creations
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She dreams up her projects in her office space, and the garage workshop is where the magic happens.
Heather Bien
May 2, 2022
B&A: 4 Simple, Sophisticated Furniture Make-Unders That Let Natural Wood Shine
Sometimes simple changes make the biggest impact.
Heather Bien
May 2, 2022
10 of the Best Furniture Flipping Accounts to Follow Now
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Get the ins-and-outs of flipping directly from these pros.
Jenny Xie
May 2, 2022
Before and After: A Basic Brown Vanity Becomes a Textured Teal Beauty for $85
The mid-century style vanity was listed for super cheap on Facebook Marketplace because it had a crack in it before.
Sarah Everett
May 1, 2022
B&A: A $10 Redo Turns a Gloomy Brick Fireplace into a Cheery Focal Point
Bookworms and plant parents alike will love this redo.
Sarah Everett
Apr 30, 2022
B&A: A Boho-Glam Patio Redo Includes a DIY Chandelier, Succulent Wall, and More
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"I have always dreamt about having a beautiful backyard that feels like an oasis," this DIYer says. See how she made it happen.
Sarah Everett
Apr 29, 2022
The 9 Best Retro-Inspired Redos on Apartment Therapy
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These Before & Afters will transport you to another decade. No time machine necessary — just DIY skills.
Sarah Everett
Apr 29, 2022
3 Brilliant Furniture Makeover Hacks You Need to Know (and 2 You Should Skip)
Make your next project a little easier.
Trisha Sprouse
Apr 29, 2022
6 Things Pro Furniture Flippers Wish They Would Have Known Earlier
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They're letting you in on their findings so you can skip to the good stuff.
Jeni Bartiromo
Apr 29, 2022
Before and After: New (& Old) Furniture Transforms a 1918 Farmhouse Living Room
The vintage touches make this living room feel timeless.
Sarah Everett
Apr 28, 2022
This $25 TikTok Hack Hides a Dog Crate in Plain Sight
A dog around the house is the cutest sight, but their bulky crate surely is not.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 28, 2022
This Video Shows How Wildly Different Paint Samples Look in Different Light
This is why you want to test your paint colors first.
Tyra Wilkes
Apr 28, 2022
Before & After: Wow-Worthy DIY Built-Ins (from IKEA!) Shine in This Houston Home Office
Home influencer Ryia Jose totally transformed her home office for just $750.
Sarah Lyon
Apr 28, 2022
Before and After: A $100 Redo for an Early-2000s Media Cabinet
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Adding cane backing to glass fronts on a cabinet is a GREAT way to disguise clutter. Take it from this simple one-week project.
Sarah Everett
Apr 27, 2022
20 Creative Furniture Redo Ideas to Help You Turn Basic Pieces into Masterpieces
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These DIY projects are packed with ideas for you to steal.
Meg St-Esprit
Apr 27, 2022
3 Stunning Furniture Makeovers You Can Do with Zero Experience & No Power Tools
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Giving a piece of furniture a fresh look is easier than you might think.
Trisha Sprouse
Apr 27, 2022
B&A: A Colorful, Beachy Bathroom Redo Keeps Its Original Pink Tiles from 1954
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From the frilly 1950s to a colorful '80s Miami vibe.
Sarah Everett
Apr 26, 2022
7 Surprising (and Easy-to-Find) Materials to Help You Transform Your Furniture
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These products, suggested by pro furniture flippers, start at just $2.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Apr 26, 2022
8 Things You'll Need if You Want to Stain Your Furniture
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This guide from the pros covers everything from prep to a finishing top coat.
Heather Bien
Apr 26, 2022
7 Things You'll Need if You Want to Paint Your Furniture
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You don't have to spend a ton of money to get a great look — you just have to spend it wisely.
Jeni Bartiromo
Apr 26, 2022
B&A: A Laundry Room with Wire Shelving Gets a Cozy, Functional $500 Upgrade
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DIYer Karen Sloan added form and function over a six-week project.
Sarah Everett
Apr 25, 2022
The A-to-Z Glossary of Furniture Terms You Need to Know
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From "antique" to "zebrawood," this list has you covered for your next furniture hunting excursion.
Jeni Bartiromo
Apr 25, 2022
The Ultimate Guide to Deciding on Your Next Furniture Makeover
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Got a secondhand furniture piece in hand, but not sure what to do with it? Start here.
Meg St-Esprit
Apr 25, 2022
7 Things Pro Flippers Always Look for When They're Buying Secondhand Furniture
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Consider this your shopping cheat sheet.
Jenny Xie
Apr 25, 2022
Pro Furniture Flippers' 8 Favorite Sources for Secondhand Furniture
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Whether you want to buy online or in person, you've got options.
Jenny Xie
Apr 25, 2022
B&A: A Gray Builder-Grade Bathroom Gets a Luxe-Looking Overhaul for $5,300
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The new tile shower is a total game-changer.
Sarah Everett
Apr 23, 2022
B&A: A 1940s Fan Found in the Trash Gets a Groovy Orange Redo for Just $20
"I knew this cool piece of history needed to be saved," the DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 22, 2022
Before and After: A Dated '70s Rental Kitchen Gets a $180 Fresh Boho-Style Redo
See how one DIYer achieved this budget-friendly, rental-friendly, landlord-approved new look.
Sarah Everett
Apr 21, 2022
B&A: A Yellow Meditation Space Becomes a Dramatic, MCM-Inspired Dining Room
It all changed with a coat of black paint.
Sarah Everett
Apr 20, 2022
B&A: A 1950s Bamboo Furniture Set Rescued from Craigslist's "Free" Section
It's polished (literally) and looks new again, but still honors its vintage roots.
Sarah Everett
Apr 18, 2022
B&A: An $800 Closet-Turned-Nursery Proves the Powerful Potential of Small Spaces
It's packed with DIYs and great small-space IKEA finds.
Sarah Everett
Apr 17, 2022
B&A: A Beat-Up Vintage Buffet Shines After a $100 Stain and Paint Job
The buffet was was an inexpensive Facebook Marketplace find that now looks like it could cost thousands.
Sarah Everett
Apr 16, 2022
Aldi’s Fan-Favorite Accent Cabinet Has Returned to Stores
Run, don't walk.
Emma Kershaw
Apr 16, 2022
This Faux Plaster Lamp Makeover Will Wow You
Learn how to give a thrift store lamp a high-end look with a few basic supplies.
Sarah Lyon
Apr 16, 2022
Before and After: A $130 Project Helps Make a Bland Bedroom Layered and Cozy
This DIYer wanted to try this wall accent after seeing it on social media, and she was surprised by how easy it was to pull off.
Sarah Everett
Apr 15, 2022
Before and After: A Groovy '70s Trailer Squeezes in a Kitchen and Sleep Space
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The whole project — trailer included — cost $4,000.
Sarah Everett
Apr 14, 2022
B&A: An Uninspiring White Kitchen Gets a Cheery Southwestern-Style Makeover
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The new terracotta-and-blue color scheme is like instant sunshine.
Sarah Everett
Apr 12, 2022
B&A: This $2,300 Living Room Makeover Features a Gorgeous Brick Fireplace Redo
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The homeowners kept their budget under $2,300 by selling their old furniture, sourcing budget-friendly new finds, and doing some of the work themselves.
Sarah Everett
Apr 11, 2022
Before and After: A 97-Year-Old Bathroom's $280 Redo Blends Old with New
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This renter decided to spend a small bit of money to make a big change in his bathroom.
Sarah Everett
Apr 10, 2022