DIY Before & Afters | Do It Yourself Projects & Hacks

The after is “a little glam, a little vintage, a bit Art Deco, yet modern at the same time,” the furniture flipper says.

The countertops are an unexpected fun throwback.

All of the changes are rental-friendly.

Paint is the ultimate problem solver in this 100-square-foot kitchen.

Small bathrooms are a great spot to go big with design.

The DIY green backsplash tiles are a must-see.

“This sun-soaked nook has lived MANY lives,” the homeowner says.

Goodbye, square tile countertops and linoleum floors.

The cabinets are the same, but look way more modern.

This 12-year-old mirror looks better than ever.

Three DIY projects transform the space.

“There was nothing interesting about the room at all,” the homeowner says of the “Before.”

These luxe-but-lived-in bookshelves from real homes totally nail the “bookshelf wealth” trend.

My boyfriend wanted to go bold in wallpaper and in color. I wanted a wild toilet. We both got what we wanted.

This one’s for all those with Pinterest boards full of paint colors.

You won’t believe how much a can of paint can transform a space.

“The cloffice makes me feel like I'm on Sex and the City!” the DIYer says.

The “movie theater or bowling alley” carpeting didn’t go — it provided bold inspo.

The overall footprint is still the same, but the “after” feels like a much taller space.

The after is “a really unique design and a real focal point” in the approximately 50-square-foot space.

All of the DIY projects totaled $1,115

“I loved the practicality and shape of the dressing table, but everyone on Instagram seemed to have the same one!” this DIYer says.

The renter picked colors she wouldn't get sick of.

And the entire project only cost $60. Talk about budget-savvy!

The new color combo is unexpected, but it totally works.

“The room has a focal point,” the homeowner says of the “after.”

The paint projects were inspired by the work of two artists, and they add color, pattern, and whimsy.

“I did it all by hand with a small paintbrush, and it gives my home a homemade quality,” the DIYer says.

The “after” makes 300 square feet feel massive, thanks to smart cabinetry, color choices, and more.

I went bold with wallpaper — and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

This impressive transformation happened in stages.

These homeowners decided to “un-flip” their 1956 home’s stunning original features.

The secret lies in color drenching.

The welcoming entryway is now infused with the homeowner’s personality.

And she got her mirror from Sam's Club!

You’ll want to save these for all your 2024 projects.

This maximalist living room has maximum joy.

The countertop glow-up is unbelievable.

You can hang clothes from a floating shelf!

And the closet doors are a work of art!

Sometimes, simplicity is key.

One takeaway here? You can use paint on more than just the walls.

“I'm surprised by how fundamentally different the space looks — and the ability to get there without spending thousands and thousands of dollars,” this renter says.

The after looks so luxe that the family has taken to calling it “the parlor.”

And the change was mostly made with paint!

The new “garage” is super cool and super reversible.

Paint might not be a power tool, but it is a *powerful* tool.

Each square of the new black-and-white floor was individually painted.

These hacks hit almost every room.

It went from “an uncomfortable beige box” to technicolored and oh-so clever.

It’s the perfect complement to navy.

It’s possible to do a transformation as a memorable family project.

The new paint colors were inspired by the sun.

Before, the cabinets, floors, and counters in this kitchen were “way too brown,” the homeowner says.

The homeowners say it “feels like a bedroom” for the first time since it was built.

There's now a dash of color in an unexpected spot.

Stylish minimalism inspo ahead.

Best yet, the upgrades only cost $1,000.

The white paint was a game-changer.

These walls didn’t get toned down — they got turned way, way up.

The new mantel is an eye-catching upgrade.

You can make anything look luxe!

The after feels like “a swanky restaurant bathroom,” the homeowner says.

No demo needed!

You’ll want to copy the wheeled laundry baskets.

The project is totally reversible — and easy to add on to — if the DIYer decides she wants more or less of the pattern.

The after mixes a modern touch with the home’s historic charm.

“A little IKEA mixed in with higher-end items is always a good idea, in my opinion,” this renter says.

These renters squeezed a super practical (and beautiful!) kitchenette into just 40 square feet

It’s an 1830s Colonial-style home, but you wouldn’t know it from the bathroom’s “before.”