DIY Home Projects

“The bathroom really needed some updating and more personality,” the homeowner says.

See how I gave my 35-square-foot studio kitchen a makeover.

“We wanted it to feel happy and inviting, without feeling overwhelming,” the DIYer says.

Don’t waste money on brand-new versions of these items.

You can use things you already have!

This maximalist DIYer never thought she'd use white paint, but she made it work with her style.

You have to see where she put wallpaper!

You just need a simple household item you might already have.

The vintage fixtures actually resell for a lot of money on eBay right now.

Don’t let the cold weather dampen your spirits. Use it to chill your spirits, instead!

The staircase is now a talking point.

The vision was deVOL on a budget.

The wood cabinets stayed the same, but they look meant-to-be in this kitchen now.

If you’re dreaming of a custom closet in your bedroom, laundry room, entryway, or anywhere else, you can get one on a less-than-custom budget with the affordable IKEA PAX wardrobe. As several ingenious IKEA PAX hacks from clever DIYers illustrate, you can customize the off-the-shelf PAX closet system into something that looks seriously luxe.

It’s one of the most-hacked IKEA products.

The “after” fits a desk and built-in bookcases, and it sleeps two.

So simple, so affordable, so cute.

It helps hide an eyesore.

Bonus: It's affordable, too!

“We love that our kitchen is bright, happy, spacious, and effective when it comes to storage,” the homeowner says.

Three IKEA BILLYs came to the rescue.

“I'm all about using the darkest, moodiest, and boldest paint colors in my apartment because it's fun!” the DIYer says.

And there’s a cool artwork idea, too.

For under $1,000!

This home office makeover uses color-drenching — with a twist.

“The overall vibe was beige,” the DIYer says of the “before.”

This DIY project was a labor of love.

The new kitchen is a classic neutral with brass accents.

“The new space just brings me so much joy, and I actually love being in my bathroom now,” the DIYer says.

It didn't fit my family before — but I made it work for us by using materials I already had.

“I love that I didn't have to do a gut renovation in order to create something completely different,” the renter says.

It’s way more functional now.

I’ll definitely be doing this again!

“I’m on a journey to cook more and use Uber Eats a little less,” this renter says — and now she has a kitchen where that can happen.

They even removed the upper cabinets!

“All the sudden, it felt like a proper kitchen and not just a rental with a hodgepodge of random cabinets and appliances,” the homeowner says.

“It’s a much warmer and cozier space now,” the DIYer says.

“My design style has evolved, and I have grown to love timeless, vintage vibes with moody colors,” the DIYer says.

So much potential!

The renter decided to lean in to the features her apartment came with.

The homeowners wanted a designated spot to sit down and eat.

An IKEA PAX hack adds floor-to-ceiling storage in this bedroom.

The “before” smelled like Nicotine and sat in my garage for a year before I finally knew what to do with it.

“If a full demo isn’t in the cards, focus on smaller, impactful changes like paint, molding, or upgraded hardware,” this DIYer says.

It’s so classy.

This project couldn’t be easier.

The DIYer and her family spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so they needed ample seating.

The homeowner could see the potential as soon as she walked in.

Although the homeowner had to compromise on carpet, she was able to completely disguise it with maximalist style.

All you need is cement, a plastic bag, and a candle!

It's strikingly striped, and it has a brilliant use for secondhand shutters.

It’s unrecognizable!

The picture frame molding is everything.

These hacks will save you money, but you won’t have to sacrifice on style.

A pop of color can work wonders.

Before, it lacked any coziness whatsoever.

The renter calls it a "mini renovation."

It’s an ingenious small-space solution.

Prepare to see these in your feed.

The cabinets had been pristinely maintained by the previous owners but were still looking pretty dated.

It’s “designing for not the perfect day but a normal day,” the creator says.

The transformation brings the outdoors in.

It's easy to make your own scented fire logs and a handy way to use herbs that are past their prime or use up the almost-empty jars of some of your favorite cold-weather spices in the cabinet.

Even though it’s chilly outside, it’s still the perfect time to celebrate outdoor projects.

It’s time for bows to bow out.

I’m a firm believer that there’s no such thing as “too much” if you’re filling a space with things that make you happy.

You won’t believe these design feats started from humble flat-packed furniture.

I tried it myself, and here’s what I learned.

What exactly is bobbin detailing? See this transformation to find out!

The backsplash hack is so clever!

It looks like something you’d find in a high-end decor store.

Read this before you call a plumber about low water pressure.