Easy DIY Projects

A coat of paint and new hardware was all it took to transform this secondhand piece with good bones.

According to real estate pros.

It can make your lighting at least three times as bright.

The space has a seamless new look that’s also clutter-free.

You’re going to want all three.

“Don’t pass up that ugly wicker in the thrift stores because you can make it beautiful again.”

This DIYer used some clever tricks to save money in creating her new bathroom.

Don’t throw out those broken pots.

LEGO fans, you’re going to want to recreate this fun look!

The new space looks like a swanky lounge at your favorite fancy hotel.

Kitchen tile doesn’t have to be boring.

Wait until you see the $141 accent wall.

“I knew this space had the potential to pack a huge design punch,” this DIYer says.

Each piece costs as little as $1 to pull together.

Because the DIYers already owned the plywood and the base of the bench, the project was basically free.

The tool promised paint prep time that was four times faster, so I put that claim to the test. Here’s what I thought.

And it has a genius DIY idea for laundry room artwork. (Yes, laundry rooms can have framed artwork, too!)

The final result is much more colorful than the original.

Whether you’re looking to add a pop of pattern to your bedroom or simply want to try something different, Iris Apatow has three words for you: wallpaper headboard accent.

The new “fireplace” gives me back almost a foot of floor space.

The secret sauce? Molding.

“It feels magical.”

No one will blame you if you shed a tear or two watching the clip, because it really is too precious.

They’re beyond adorable.

The “after” keeps the pink!

You’ll be surprised at how easy this DIY is.

“We have SO much more storage now — we actually have more storage than we need (although I'm sure we'll fill it all eventually)!” this homeowner says.

This dining room kept the classic black-and-white color palette, but everything else is totally new.

These string light/planter combos are super easy to pull together and completely renter-friendly.

From agricultural to avian-chic: This bathroom redo swaps dated ‘90s wallpaper for something sophisticated for 2023.

Make every square inch count with these six easy-to-follow IKEA hacks.

It’s so easy and inexpensive.

It’s fit for an incredibly stylish baby!

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There’s a surprise lying underneath the tub’s white finish.

And how to avoid it.

BILLY bookshelves are the secret ingredient in this living room makeover.

I spent less than $100 on this redo.

“It looks like completely different people live there now!” this homeowner says.

And there are more renter-friendly updates where that came from.

Wallpaper makes the biggest difference in giving this gray living room an inviting new look.

This is the easiest DIY I’ve ever done, and it was totally worth it.

And it only cost $20.

Budget-savvy DIYs ahead!

Vintage chandeliers don’t have to be used just for lighting anymore.

This tiny A-frame kitchen’s redo is timeless and small-space efficient.

Installing built-in arched shelves sounds like a project that is definitely not fit for DIY. But one TikToker proved that it’s actually a lot easier than you may think.

It’s so whimsical.

“I had an apartment before where I just did a rectangle on the wall, and I LOVED how it looked,” this DIYer says. “Now that I have my own house, I knew I could get a bit more extra with it.”

It goes with all the other fruit stools.

“From execution to completion (dry time), it only took us about 36 hours or so,” this DIYer says of this beginner-friendly project.

Looking to make a small change to rejuvenate your space? Consider giving a piece of furniture that you walk by every day a revamp.

No trees? No problem!

The cabinets may be new, but they’re designed to fit in with the architectural details of this 1926 home.

It has equal parts eye candy and practical design advice.

The design expert's goal was to make an empty space beside her refrigerator more practical by adding in more storage.

Stylish storage for the win.

Finally, an excuse to buy all the quirky thrift store figurines your heart desires!

The project is practical, sure, but it also brings some personality to what this DIYer calls her “cookie-cutter townhouse.”

This secret superpower is great in a pinch — but there are exceptions.

Meet Apartment Therapy’s first-ever 2023 DIY Collective, highlighting 8 of our favorite DIYers and their work.

You’ve heard of mid-century modern, but have you heard of modern-meets-mid-century? This kitchen redo is inspired by the ’60s but fit and functional for the 2020s.

The finished product looks like something out of an upscale café.