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B&A: $330 and a Lucky Find Later, a Once-Filthy Balcony Looks Brand New
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“This is the first time I'm living in an apartment with a balcony, so that was very exciting,” this renter says.
Apr 15, 2023
B&A: This $630 Bathroom Redo Has the Coolest Trim We’ve Ever Seen
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“It was as boring as a room could possibly be,” this homeowner says of the “before.” The “after” is the complete opposite.
Apr 14, 2023
B&A: A Money-Saving Paint Mural Adds Color and Whimsy to a Kid’s Room
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“This makeover made me realize I’m way more into paint than power tools,” this DIYer says.
Apr 13, 2023
This TikToker Uses an Unlikely Power Tool to Make Planting Easier
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The technique will not only save you time, but will also save your back and knees.
Apr 13, 2023
Before and After: A 1980s Living Room’s Redo Makes Dated Mirror Walls Look Fresh
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See how a blah beige living room gets a glam glow-up that’s both trendy and timeless.
Apr 12, 2023
The One Thing You're Probably Forgetting When Choosing a Wall Color
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Learn from my mistake!
Apr 12, 2023
This TikToker Turned an IKEA Hanger into a “Plant Chandelier”
Rather than using it for laundry, he uses each hook to secure a propagation tube and growing plant cutting.
Apr 12, 2023
How Nate Berkus Made a Narrow Galley Kitchen Work
The designer shares how he worked with chef Katie Lee Biegel to make the most of her NYC space.
Apr 12, 2023
B&A: This Blah Bathroom’s $93 Redo Uses Paint in an Unexpected Way
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This DIYer came up with a clever money-saving hack for getting the look of lime washed walls.
Apr 11, 2023
B&A: These 5 Redos Make Dated Wood Cabinets Look Fresh Without Refinishing Them
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This one’s for all the renters and early 2000s homeowners with oak cabinets out there. You won’t find any paint here!
Apr 11, 2023
This TikToker’s Hanging Plant Wall Is So Customizable
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They shared the process of creating a plant hanging system that runs the full length of a blank wall.
Apr 11, 2023
B&A: A Bare Dining Room Gets a Big Jolt of Energy with a Little Paint Project
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Vintage furniture and a fresh light fixture help, too.
Apr 10, 2023
This TikToker Created a Luxurious-Looking Table Using Cheap Planters
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Now that it’s spring, you’ll be able to easily find all the materials you need to copy this cool look.
Apr 10, 2023
This TikToker Created a Bold Entryway Focal Point Using IKEA Mirrors
“It just elevated that small space to another level that I did not expect.”
Apr 10, 2023
This TikToker Turned a Target Lamp into a Tiny Greenhouse
Nurturing your growing plants doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank.
Apr 10, 2023
B&A: An 1982 Trailer Looks Unrecognizable After a $500 — Yes, Really! — Refresh
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Nope, we didn’t drop a zero on that total cost. Budget-friendly DIYs were the key to this dramatic transformation.
Apr 9, 2023
Watch This TikToker Create a Faux Brick Wall in Their Bedroom
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There’s a lot of trial and error.
Apr 9, 2023
This TikToker Turned Jenga Blocks into a Super-Classy Planter
Jenga is great for entertaining party guests, but, as it turns out, the blocks also make a marvelous craft supply.
Apr 9, 2023
B&A: 5 DIYs Turned My Bare Patio into a Cozy Outdoor Living Area for Under $1000
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I’ve always loved the concept of having seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces — and a few weekends worth of DIYs helped me make my own.
Apr 8, 2023
The Spring 2023 One Room Challenge Is Live — Here’s What You Need to Know
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If you’re itching to take on a home project, this is the perfect way to do it.
Apr 8, 2023
Before and After: A Rental Kitchen Keeps Its 1960s Cabinets in This $600 Refresh
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“I plan to stay in this place for some time, so the effort put in is worth it,” this renter says. His (totally removable!) updates cost $600.
Apr 7, 2023
This TikToker DIYed a Stylish Wooden Frame That’s Customizable
You can size it to fit any print or poster.
Apr 7, 2023
Jeremiah Brent’s Studio Kitchen Proves Hardware Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought
It can, in fact, be the star.

Apr 7, 2023
B&A: Peel-and-Stick Products Turn a Bland Fireplace into a Colorful Focal Point
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Wallpaper, tile, and a new mantel take this fireplace from a blank slate to a bespoke and character-filled feature.
Apr 6, 2023
B&A: This $6,000 Bathroom Redo Blends High-End Details and Budget-Friendly DIYs
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This bathroom is a colorful, eclectic mix of high-end pieces and secondhand upcycles.
Apr 5, 2023
B&A: Custom Wall-Mount Shelves Turn a Reading Corner into a Bookworm’s Fantasy
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“I love having my books all together on the wall; it really feels like a feature in the room instead of an afterthought,” this DIYer says. This one’s for the bookworms out there!
Apr 4, 2023
This TikToker Made a Beaded Curtain Out of Something You Probably Have at Home
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And it’s practically free.
Apr 4, 2023
Don’t Ditch Your Old Kitchen Cabinets — Turn Them into a Breakfast Nook
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Consider turning them into something useful for your new space.
Apr 4, 2023
B&A: A Geometric Wood Accent Wall Livens Up a Blank White Living Room for $450
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These homeowners “wanted something moody, modern and something no one else had.”
Apr 3, 2023
This TikToker Created a Stylish Headboard Out of Dollar-Store Gardening Fences
She created a chic headboard without spending hundreds of dollars.
Apr 3, 2023
This TikToker Is DIYing a Pop-Tart Gallery Wall
It looks good enough to eat.
Apr 3, 2023
This TikToker DIYed a Live Terrarium Desk, and It’s So Charming
She even used some popular IKEA pieces.
Apr 3, 2023
B&A: This Bedroom Redo Ditches the Headboard for a Dramatic Botanical Mural
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"In my opinion, there is no right or wrong way to style your space," this homeowner says. "As long as it brings you joy, it's functional, and it showcases your personality, then it's perfect! Your home is an outward expression of your vibe!"
Apr 2, 2023
This New Homeowner Uncovered a Disney Mural Hidden Beneath Wallpaper
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What the mom of three found beneath some gray wallpaper was downright magical … if you call yourself a Disney superfan, that is.
Apr 2, 2023
This TikToker Refinished a Thrifted Conference Table, and It Looks Unbelievable
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And the result looks way more expensive.
Apr 2, 2023
B&A: An Underutilized Closet Becomes a Creative Crafting Station for $150
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“Cloffices” aren’t just for adults.
Apr 1, 2023
This TikToker Turned an Old DVD Rack into a Plant Stand
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It’s unrecognizable.
Apr 1, 2023
B&A: This 1955 Bathroom's $5,000 Gut Reno Reveals a Hidden Treasure
This DIYer "cried real (happy) tears" when she made the discovery during the demo process.
Mar 31, 2023
B&A: A Bland '90s Kitchen Gets a Character-Packed DIY Redo for $7,000
The new cook space isn't just beautiful — its reimagined layout makes it more functional, too.
Mar 30, 2023
These 4 Golden Rules of Houseplant Care Can Turn Anyone into a Green Thumb
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Convicted plant serial killer? Don’t let past failures get you down. These four tips will help you set up a plant care regimen that will turn you into a green thumb in no time.
Mar 30, 2023
Before and After: A Primary Bedroom's 1970s Style Returns With a Sunset Mural
Now the space has a groovy, bohemian backdrop.
Mar 29, 2023
Forget Thrift Stores — This Hidden Gem Has All the Best Old-School Home Decor
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If you want to give your home some extra character, you need to be shopping salvage. Here’s how.
Mar 29, 2023
This TikToker Transformed a Dollar Store Find Into Affordable Planters
Planters don't have to be expensive.
Mar 29, 2023
B&A: A Decrepit Gazebo Looks Completely Unrecognizable After a $600 Makeover
Paula Bishir-Jensen made her gazebo safer and so much more sophisticated.
Mar 28, 2023
Show Off Your Dog — and Your Home — On Camera: Apply to our Metro New York/New Jersey Casting Call!
Do you have unrealized plant dreams? A plant in crisis? Want to learn how to propagate or what plants are best for your space? If so, you might be perfect for a new IGTV series we are working on with Hilton Carter, Apartment Therapy's Plant Therapist.
Mar 28, 2023
Watch This Mom Make a Tokyo Marketplace for Her Daughter out of Cardboard
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“This needs to be in a museum,” said one commenter.
Mar 28, 2023
B&A: A $500 Bathroom Reno Roots Existing Features in a Sentimental Design
It’s all thanks to wallpaper and gilded accessories.
Mar 27, 2023
This Family Discovered a 1970s Conversation Pit While Renovating Their Living Room
They found a “hidden treasure.”
Mar 27, 2023
B&A: A Massive 1970s Hutch Gets an Airy Upgrade Courtesy of a Clever IKEA Hack
A mid-century piece became a modern and functional "flo-denza."
Mar 26, 2023
7 Smart IKEA Hacks to Make Your Entryway More Welcoming and Functional
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Give this high-traffic spot an upgrade.
Mar 26, 2023
Before and After: 10 of the Best Small-Space Outdoor Makeovers We’ve Ever Seen
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From peaceful patios to beautiful balconies, these redos prove that you can turn even the tiniest outdoor spaces into welcoming and cozy retreats.
Mar 25, 2023
B&A: A Bland Entryway’s $750 Transformation Features Colorful Tiles From Travel
A DIY that's part souvenir and part statement piece.
Mar 25, 2023
B&A: A Neglected Backyard Corner Is Transformed By Paint and a Pergola for $400
A DIYer built her own pergola to get the oasis of her dreams.
Mar 24, 2023
This TikToker’s Kitchen Cabinets Have a Built-In Marble Feeding Station for the Dog
It even has a pot filler for the water bowl!
Mar 24, 2023
B&A: A Group of Friends Turn a Wall Into a "Monet Meets Pollock" Work of Art
This DIY is perfect for art lovers on a budget.
Mar 23, 2023
B&A: A Custom Banquette Makes This Tiny Dining Nook Breakfast-Ready
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A family has a place to gather for $300.
Mar 22, 2023
This Crafter’s Giant Crocheted PopTarts Are Blowing Up On TikTok
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“I think I need to learn to crochet.”
Mar 22, 2023
B&A: A Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Gets a Facelift, But Keeps Its Blue Tub
Karen Graham didn't want her bathroom to totally lose its past.
Mar 21, 2023
5 Fancy-Looking "Difficult" Houseplants That Are Actually Pretty Easy
These plants look intimidating, but they're easier to care for than they seem.
Mar 21, 2023
This TikToker Found 5 Stylish Uses for Table Runners
That don't involve your table.
Mar 21, 2023
B&A: A $300 Bedroom Redo Full of Smart DIYs, Like an Under-$50 Headboard Hack
The whole redo is packed with small, smart changes that make a big difference.
Mar 21, 2023
This TikToker Made a Custom Kitchen Cabinet Out of a Bookcase
Your favorite bookcase might just make some stellar kitchen cabinet space.
Mar 21, 2023
B&A: Solid Oak Heirlooms Are Refreshed With a Modern Touch for $100
This is what one DIYer did with her inheritance.
Mar 20, 2023
Don't Pass Up Those Ceramic Crocks You Find at the Thrift Store
TikTok has an easy fix.
Mar 20, 2023
This Etsy Find Dresses Up Plain Glass Cabinetry — No Power Tools Needed
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It’ll give your doors a bit of vintage character, even if they’re builder-grade or brand-new.
Mar 20, 2023
This DIY Deviled Egg Mirror Is Going Viral Because It’s Kitsch Perfection
You probably didn’t know you needed a deviled egg mirror, but now, how can you live without one?
Mar 20, 2023
B&A: 5 Budget-Savvy Paint Projects Give This Decades-Old Kitchen a New Life
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"Never underestimate the power of paint!" this homeowner says of her paint projects — including her countertops which look unrecognizable after a $125 project.
Mar 19, 2023
This TikToker Created a "Central Perk"-Themed Coffee Nook
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Take a tour.
Mar 19, 2023
B&A: A $60 Redo Gives This Plain IKEA MALM Dresser a High-End Custom Look
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Looking to paint IKEA furniture? Get this DIYer's tips first.
Mar 18, 2023
B&A: A Builder-Grade Condo Bathroom Goes from "Shabby" to Chic in a $10,000 Redo
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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.
Mar 17, 2023
B&A: A Charming $120 IKEA BILLY Facelift Makes for an Ideal First Furniture Flip
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You'd never know it was this DIYer's first-ever furniture flip based on how sophisticated the "after" looks! Read for tons of great beginner-friendly advice.
Mar 16, 2023
This TikToker Made Antique Portraits with Thrifted Wood Plaques
Hit your nearest thrift store for this fun project.
Mar 16, 2023