Renovating & Remodeling Skills & How Tos

These homeowners “wanted something moody, modern and something no one else had.”

If you want to give your home some extra character, you need to be shopping salvage. Here’s how.

They found a “hidden treasure.”

A DIY that's part souvenir and part statement piece.

You never know what you'll find in your next home renovation.

A family has a place to gather for $300.

Karen Graham didn't want her bathroom to totally lose its past.

Your favorite bookcase might just make some stellar kitchen cabinet space.

When these homeowners moved in, the bathroom's 10-year-old renovation had started to look "a little shabby" — and things had only gotten worse from there.

This renovation doubled the kitchen size and made the main bathroom feel way bigger, too.

The makeover mixes high and low to create a unique space that doesn't break the bank, the homeowner says.

This cabinet upgrade took some patience and DIY know-how to install, but the results have been worth it.

The extensive renovation project made this kitchen, last touched in the 1990s, more functional for a family.

"Bathrooms love plants, and plants love bathrooms. Get as many in there as can possibly fit!" this homeowner says.

The wishlist for this redo included more storage, better lighting, a larger sink, better ventilation, and a new backsplash.

DIYing as much as possible helped keep costs low, and allowed for splurges on bigger ticket items like appliances.

The homeowners thought this space looked "spooky" before, but some strategic design choices helped bring out the best in the original features.

Plain risers are the perfect opportunity to infuse your stairs with personality.

The "after" is total cottagecore inspiration.

Visions of Paris inspired this cozy makeover.

It's got a neutral palette, but it's still a showstopper.

The kitchen and home office both incorporate coastal elements in this sophisticated makeover.

Lots of DIY and plenty of resourcefulness helped keep costs down in this 2000s builder-grade bathroom makeover.

A less-than-exciting fireplace became a bold focal point.

“I was blown away by how much I didn’t know."

The guest bathroom in this Victorian-era home said goodbye to its wild carpet and hello to statement-making tile.

Get inspired by these kitchen cabinets, which range from barely-there light ash wood to rich walnut tones.

The homeowner describes the new bathroom as "light and airy with a hint of playfulness."

Paint and peel-and-stick wallpaper played a major role in this makeover.

This accent wall is pure sunshine.

The new look is relaxed and inviting — perfect for the growing family that lives there.

Take a lesson from my reno missteps.

Bye, green carpet and rusted clawfoot tub.

Dividing this giant room into zones helps make room for family hangouts, entertaining, movie nights, and more.

Small-space tips and renter-friendly advice incoming!

Tiny bathrooms that work well for day-to-day use are the ultimate design feat; this one with a tricky layout sitch was no exception.

Modern updates make the home feel fresh, but special details make it feel totally cozy, too.

“The castle taught us that sometimes the forgotten things in life don’t need a reinvention but just a little dusting off."

This homeowner doesn't shy away from using bold colors in a small space.

"Mid-century modern always catches my eye," this furniture flipper says.

"This house is a true '70s home with a very '70s kitchen," this designer says. "From the mustard linoleum floors, laminate counter tops, a huge fluorescent troffer light, and last but not least, the 'boob light,' this kitchen was practically screaming for a makeover."

I spent an extra couple hundred dollars, but the impact was huge.

A bold paint color paired with vintage finds gave this once-bland space a luxurious new life.

Bold wallpaper + unique lighting + a statement furniture piece is a winning design formula.

If you only have one bathroom at home, renovating it can be stressful. This tip's worth considering.

There's a lot more usable counter space now, too.

A complete transformation.

This budget-friendly overhaul features a few smart tricks worth making note of.

The new look blends contemporary fixtures with vintage touches.

According to two Magnolia Network stars who've done it.

"As renters sometimes we feel powerless to improve our spaces," this apartment dweller says. She and her husband (and their landlord) came up with some quick fixes for this once-dated kitchen.

The design takeaways here? Traditional doesn't mean "boring," and small spaces do not have to be exempt from big, bold design choices.

Some home upgrades aren't worth adding to your to do list.

Don't let an early sunset dissuade you from tackling your home improvement checklist.

The new space is gorgeous — but it's plenty practical, too.

Want great sleep in 2023? It might be time for a bedroom upgrade. Let these 10 amazing transformations give you the inspiration to get started.

Maximalists, this one's for you.

These living room redos will inspire you to take another look at your own space.

This might be your new favorite color combo.

Bold wallpaper? Quirky vintage tile? Spa-like atmosphere? These bathrooms have it all.

In the latest episode of HGTV’s “Celebrity IOU”.

Want to show your appreciation for a job well done? Here's your complete guide on who and how to tip.

We saw a lot of kitchen makeovers this year, but these 10 are among our very favorites for their clever design tricks, cool color schemes, and impressive DIYs.

In the latest episode of HGTV’s “Celebrity IOU".

This pro restorer used historic photos to help revive his 1960s aluminum trailer.

Before, the homeowner wasn't loving the color or the layout. But after, "words can't describe how beautiful the light is in the morning," she says.

"This kid's room was pretty boring for my boys' huge imagination," this mom and DIYer says of the plain before — so she gave it a redo fit for their personalities.

A layout change meant this reno was a big undertaking — but it had an equally big payoff.