DIY Before & Afters | Do It Yourself Projects & Hacks

A just-OK 2014 bathroom gets a stylish and serene budget-friendly makeover.

Take it from this homeowner: In a kitchen redo, one of the most important steps in painting your cabinets is the prep work so they're nice and smooth. Also important? Splurging on high-quality finishes here and there.

The new wall treatment looks high-end and makes the whole room feel more soothing.

Do you love everything about your cat — except their litter box? The cumbersome, smelly eyesore can throw off the aesthetic of any home.

The revamped piece has a bone inlay look for less.

There are three great cabinet painting tips in this redo by Drew Scott of Lone Fox Home.

DIYers Faith and Julia found this slab of wood on Facebook Marketplace.

"Our goal was to create a modern inspired tiny home on wheels, and that's exactly what we did," this RV owner says.

The once unused space is now an organized drop spot right at the home's entryway.

New light fixtures, a new ceiling treatment, new curtains, and more all help to spruce up this space.

From the cushy seating to the warm color palette, every part of this new hangout spot is inviting.

"I asked my neighbor why was he throwing it out, and he said it was just old and worn," this DIYer says. "I saw a table that I could restore."

The “Friends” star wanted to craft an updated condo that was also pet friendly for her pal Thea's many adopted animals. 

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!

This TV wall goes from personality-less to charm central with just a few easy changes.

This cute nightstand started out with dings and chips, but a bit of DIY gave it a surprising (and bold) new look.

This reading corner revamp features a genius IKEA solution.

A designer added texture and artwork with special meaning behind it to a blank canvas spot in her home.

The kitchen feels much more modern and open now, thanks to losing a wall and adding in a bolder new cabinet color.

"Why spend a ton of money on a new dresser when a little paint is all it needs?" this DIYer asks.

Discounted secondhand cabinets came to the rescue in this stylish kitchen makeover.

A mother-daughter duo completed this budget-savvy redo together.

A mix of new buys and vintage finds help make this bathroom feel warm and welcoming.

One highlight? The bold stenciled statement wall.

"One of my favorite finishes to create is giving a piece a 'dipped' look," this furniture flipper says.

A weeklong project created by best friends.

This DIYer was inspired by fond memories of the passed-down camper from when she was a child.

This homeowner brought plant-filled atrium vibes to a small-but-often-used space in his house.

Jonathan and Drew Scott distilled the space into an “office-meets-man-cave."

This little New Mexico home had "gorgeous, classic bones," its owner says.

Woodworking skills came in handy for this DIYer's redo.

Sometimes simple changes make the biggest impact.

The mid-century style vanity was listed for super cheap on Facebook Marketplace because it had a crack in it before.

Bookworms and plant parents alike will love this redo.

These Before & Afters will transport you to another decade. No time machine necessary — just DIY skills.

The vintage touches make this living room feel timeless.

Home influencer Ryia Jose totally transformed her home office for just $750.

Adding cane backing to glass fronts on a cabinet is a GREAT way to disguise clutter. Take it from this simple one-week project.

From the frilly 1950s to a colorful '80s Miami vibe.

DIYer Karen Sloan added form and function over a six-week project.

The new tile shower is a total game-changer.

"I knew this cool piece of history needed to be saved," the DIYer says.

See how one DIYer achieved this budget-friendly, rental-friendly, landlord-approved new look.

It all changed with a coat of black paint.

"There is life after the boob light," this DIYer says — and there's proof in her super contemporary, streamlined "after."

It's polished (literally) and looks new again, but still honors its vintage roots.

It's packed with DIYs and great small-space IKEA finds.

The buffet was was an inexpensive Facebook Marketplace find that now looks like it could cost thousands.

Learn how to give a thrift store lamp a high-end look with a few basic supplies.

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.

The whole project — trailer included — cost $4,000.

The new terracotta-and-blue color scheme is like instant sunshine.

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.

This renter decided to spend a small bit of money to make a big change in his bathroom.

This sad-looking cabinet got a delicate and sophisticated makeover.

This once-useless kitchen corner now has a new purpose.

The project only took one week.

Those custom-looking built-ins are IKEA shelves totaling about $1000.

Follow along for inspiration, or join in to finally get going on a project you've been meaning to tackle.

This DIYer created a glam pattern on the plain doors using easy-to-find materials.

Overhauling the layout in this kitchen made it much more user-friendly.

This project is the ultimate cross between style and function.

Let’s face it: A tool shed is usually all about functional storage, not about being the prettiest spot on a property.

Finding a media console or TV stand that's the perfect size and style in mint condition is kind of like striking gold.

The new kitchen is zero percent dreary.

This savvy DIYer used bright colors and cozy textures to bring life back to her living room.

We can’t help but get excited when we see a fireplace reno done right.