DIY Before & Afters | Do It Yourself Projects & Hacks

A helpful kit takes this laundry room closet to the next level.

They create a room for play and sleep.

"I pictured transforming this bathroom into an old-world-style spa," this DIYer says. It seems like a tall order based on the all-beige before, but wait until you see how she pulled it off.

The redo was a combo of DIY and professional work.

With a little love and DIY, this vintage dresser has a whole new look.

Looking to keep your same surfaces but spruce up your bathroom? This project has inspiration and ideas galore.

These DIY makeovers made the most of tight budgets.

The redo features other smart DIYs, too, like fresh trim and a whimsical painted piano.

This cheerful desk redo came together in just a few steps.

Both human and cat are pleased with the outcome of this simple DIY.

The new bathroom boasts a half painted, half wallpapered design.

The new built-ins are more functional — thanks to to-the-ceiling shelving — and more stylish, too.

Thanks to budget finds and DIYs, the bedroom looks totally different — all for under $1,000.

From swirled marble to deep charcoal cement to round pebble-shaped white, the "after" has the most luxe mix of tiles.

And it's proof that IKEA can look luxe.

"I got some raised eyebrows when I told people I was painting the dining room pink and painting a mural on the wall," DIYer Natalie Metzger says. But her advice when it comes to paint is to "just go for it."

This kitchen transformation shows how to revamp dated surfaces without breaking the bank.

A two-day DIY adds major style and hides clutter, too.

The makeover was inspired by a stylish wallpaper buy.

Clever storage solutions give what was once a guest bedroom ample space for work AND sleep.

Since this homeowner had to cut into her shower walls to make a repair, she thought, "why not go ahead and do a full makeover?!"

It's still completely functional for the family, but now with lots more luxe style.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

It all changed with a coat of black paint.

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.

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.

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

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

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.