A few months of layering their place with things they love and need gave Aparna and her husband's small rental apartment a warm makeover and became incredibly personal.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jan 19, 2022

5 IKEA Hacks We Can't Wait to Do in 2022

These new products feel made for creative customizations.

Cat Meschia

Jan 14, 2022

B&A: A Quick Under-$10 Project Gives a Plain IKEA HEMNES Some Character

If you need inspiration for an easy, done-in-a-day furniture refresh, read on.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jan 12, 2022

Before and After: Try to Spot the IKEA in this Sophisticated Mudroom Redo

That's not the only smart DIY in this stylish makeover.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jan 8, 2022

The Viral Painting Trick You Need to Know to Get Through Your 2022 Projects

It's a method the pro painters use to save on prep and cleanup time.

Kelly Dawson

Jan 5, 2022

How to Make Any Basic Hanger Instantly More Functional

You don’t need to replace all your slippery plastic hangers with expensive non-slip velvet ones to solve the problem of disappearing robes and sweaters. There’s a super easy fix, and it’s probably somewhere in your craft closet.

Shifrah Combiths

Jan 1, 2022

4 Top TikTok Cleaning Tips That Worked (And 4 That Didn't)

Some of them were game-changers. Some of the hacks worked... with caveats. Others? Well, let’s just say they didn’t measure up to the hype.

Ashley Abramson

Dec 31, 2021

7 Cleaning Hacks We Couldn't Get Enough of in 2021

Editor's Picks

Hear straight from real people about the hacks they’ve tried and tested and fully believe in now.

Olivia Muenter

Dec 30, 2021

10 of the Best IKEA Hacks We Saw in 2021, Starting at Just $20

From vintage-looking to colorful and modern, these IKEA hacks are the best of the best.

Kelly Dawson

Dec 23, 2021

7 of Reddit's Favorite IKEA Hacks of 2021, Featuring BILLY, HEMNES, and More

These hacks were some of the top-voted of the year.

Heather Bien

Dec 21, 2021

B&A: A Plain IKEA HEMNES Gets a $66 Rustic Apothecary Redo in Just 2 Days

This one-of-a-kind DIY totally transforms the look of the original piece.

Sarah Everett

Dec 8, 2021

Before and After: This Sophisticated IKEA MALM Dresser Hack Only Cost $20

The once-basic piece is unrecognizable now.

Megan Baker Detloff

Dec 5, 2021

B&A: This Cheerful $5,000 Kitchen Redo Features a Surprising $5 DIY Hack

Not to mention, a seriously refreshing new paint color.

Megan Baker Detloff

Dec 1, 2021

7 of the Best IKEA Hacks to Do if You're Hosting for the Holidays

These IKEA hacks are practical additions to your home any time of year — but especially if you have extra people roaming about.

Cat Meschia

Nov 30, 2021

The 8 Most Stylish, Budget-Friendly IKEA Hacks for Cat Parents

According to enterprising bloggers!

Marlen Komar

Nov 30, 2021

Before and After: This $275 Shed Spruce-Up Uses Mostly Reclaimed Materials

"It changed the look of our backyard completely," this DIYer says of her shed facelift.

Megan Baker Detloff

Nov 22, 2021

Before and After: A $2,000 IKEA Built-In Storage Hack Saves a Cluttered Basement

HOME PROJECTS

"There are still a few stray big toy items that cannot fit in the drawers or cabinets, but overall it has the perfect mix of functionality, open space, and design I was craving," the homeowner says of the "After."

Sarah Everett

Nov 18, 2021

B&A: A One-Day, $94 Hack Gives a Basic IKEA MALM Dresser a Style Boost

No power tools required.

Megan Baker Detloff

Nov 17, 2021

This Simple Hack Makes Watering Your Hanging Plants a Breeze

No need for a step stool with this trick.

Kelly Dawson

Nov 15, 2021

This Under-$10 Buy Can Give Your Next DIY a Polished Finish in Under 10 Minutes

This little product makes a huge difference.

Kelly Dawson

Nov 11, 2021

B&A: A Leftover IKEA KALLAX Gets a $40 Redo with High-End, Minimalist Style

This IKEA classic shows its versatility once again with a gorgeous, expensive-looking transformation.

Megan Baker Detloff

Nov 3, 2021

5 DIY Tricks for Faking Marble, Leather, and Other Expensive Finishes for Cheap

You can get the rich look without the rich price.

Heather Bien

Nov 3, 2021

Reddit's Simple, $0 Light Switch Hack Can Save You Time on Your Next Project

All you need is a Sharpie.

Kelly Dawson

Nov 1, 2021

9 Brilliant IKEA Hacks for Baby Nurseries

These are also so helpful, and so very cute to boot.

Taryn Williford

Nov 1, 2021

These IKEA Wooden Bowls Are Hacked Into the Perfect Planter for the Holidays

This is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday hosting.

Olivia Harvey

Oct 28, 2021

This $0 Hack Plant Shop Pros Swear By Makes Potting Big Plants a Breeze

This easy hack helps lighten your load — literally.

Molly Williams

Oct 8, 2021

Martha Stewart Revealed She Uses a WFH Hack That Is So Relatable

The Duchess of DIY has done it again.

Nicole Edenedo

Oct 1, 2021

Before & After: A $400 Revamp Turns a Bland Powder Room into a Chic Little Oasis

Black accents and some faux greenery tie everything together.

Emmy Lucas

Sep 27, 2021

One Good Thing: The Tension Rod Shower Solution

Welcome back to One Good Thing!!! I’m excited as ever this week because it’s FALL (and I love fall), and we’re rolling into our new season of OGTs, AND this one was so successful that my daughter stole all the props to build this into her own bathroom. It’s the best vote I could get.What is it that I’m talking about? I’m talking about taking tension rod hacks to the next level with a BIG DADDY TENSION ROD with which to make your shower storage even better.

Maxwell Ryan

Sep 23, 2021

This Is a Genius (and Potentially Cheap!) Way to Conceal Your TV

And it's fairly easy to DIY, too!

Marlen Komar

Sep 23, 2021

How to Transform a Plain IKEA KALLAX into a Groovy '70s-Style Burl Wood Piece

This DIY takes just a few tools and a bit of patience.

Cat Meschia

Sep 1, 2021

How to Turn a Plain IKEA KALLAX into a Funky 1980s Memphis-Style Centerpiece

An '80s-tastic makeover gives this simple shelf a whole lot of personality.

Cristina Chavarriaga

Sep 1, 2021

How to Turn a Basic IKEA KALLAX into a 1960s Brutalist-Style Display Piece

The real deal can cost thousands, but you can make this replica in a day.

Trisha Sprouse

Sep 1, 2021

3 Easy DIYs to Turn a Plain IKEA KALLAX into a '60s, '70s, or '80s Masterpiece

This simple shelf sets the stage for three distinct vintage styles that bring a whole lot of character.

Megan Baker Detloff

Sep 1, 2021

This $15 Gadget Helped Me Dupe My Dream Lamp for Less Than a Third of the Price

This hack couldn't be any easier.

Jenny Peterson

Aug 24, 2021

Before and After: An IKEA HEMNES Gets a Colorful, Botanical Upgrade for $40

A summery, stylish IKEA hack done in a day? Yes please.

Sarah Everett

Aug 12, 2021

These IKEA Cabinets Make Surprisingly Good Greenhouses for Your Plants

The idea is so popular that there’s even a dedicated Instagram account.

Inigo Del Castillo

Aug 4, 2021

Before and After: A Bland Beige Bedroom Gets a Luxe Hotel-Worthy Transformation

The biggest impact came from a $500 DIY.

Savannah West

Jul 24, 2021

10 Smart Hacks to Get You Through All Your Summer DIYs

There's still lots of summer left to DIY! These experienced DIYers have you covered with their smart tips.

Hillary Jackson

Jul 13, 2021

B&A: The Secret to These Under-$500 Bespoke Built-Ins? IKEA, of Course

The room was fine before, but a bit boring. A few BILLY shelves and a bit of DIY changed that.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jul 11, 2021

This One (Nearly Free, Basically Magic) Trick Can Fix Your Home’s Biggest Eyesore

It can totally change the look of your space.

Cat Meschia

Jul 9, 2021

B&A: This DIYer Constructed a Rattan Nightstand Using an IKEA Piece

How one apartment-dweller turned the IKEA TARVA nightstand into the luxe-looking piece of her dreams.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 6, 2021

8 Ways To Hack the IKEA Sheepskin Rugs

You many already have this faux furry accent at home!

Cat Meschia

Jun 25, 2021

B&A: A Few Basic Changes and About $42 Make This IKEA Nightstand Unrecognizable

The whole project's DIY-friendly.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jun 25, 2021

This Designer Transformed a Classic BILLY Bookcase Into a Chic Rattan Cabinet

It definitely doesn't look like a BILLY anymore.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jun 20, 2021

This Painting Hack Will Cut Your Cleanup Time in Half (or More)

Small Cool Experience 2021

This trick uses supplies you probably already have.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jun 12, 2021

No Window? No Problem — Here's How to Fake One (Zero Sledgehammers Required)

Small Cool Experience 2021

This trick will brighten up any windowless room in your home.

Savannah West

Jun 12, 2021

I Tried This $10 Renter-Friendly Bath Storage Hack in Two Different Places

To say I ran to Target after seeing this TikTok is the understatement of the century.

Ashley Abramson

Jun 8, 2021

Here’s Why Your Cat Wants to Sit on Your Laptop — This TikTok Hack Has an Adorable Solution

This tip might make your home office more productive and entertaining.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jun 9, 2021

Before and After: This $115 DIY Fridge Makeover Is for Smeg Lovers on a Budget

This easy and clever DIY completely transforms the look of this boring white fridge.

Carolin Lehmann

Jun 5, 2021

29 Plant Hacks to Upgrade Your Green Thumb, Practically for Free

Whether your thumb is green or black, whether you have one plant or a jungle's worth, here are some plant-care tips that can help keep your greenery not only alive, but lush.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 4, 2021

Reddit's Favorite "Life-Changing" Items Under $10 Prove How Far 10 Bucks Can Go

These 7 picks are worth adding to your toolbox.

Carolin Lehmann

May 26, 2021

The 23 Best Kitchen Cleaning Hacks of All Time

A few time-saving hacks can mean the difference between a disorderly kitchen and one that's mostly clean most of the time.

Shifrah Combiths

May 20, 2021

Before and After: An IKEA Console Gets a Glam Glow Up for Just $75

And no tools were necessary!