DIY Home Projects

Don’t be surprised if you’re racing to your backyard to create your next window covering.

Just wait for the compliments to roll in.

“I always really wanted to add open shelving, but didn’t think it was possible because we were renting,” this DIYer says. Using about $200 worth of materials, she proved herself wrong.

If you have a sample pot of paint, you can pull off this project.

If you’ve been looking for your next home project, look up.

It looks so good!

When you live in a small space, you see every inch of it regularly. And when some of those inches are more cluttered than you’d like them to be, it can be stressful — or just monotonous. See how one renter went for a maximalist-but-streamlined change of pace.

A DIY project that embodies mermaidcore and is low-maintenance? Sign me up!

The attic had some great features, like built-in wall storage and a big window, but it also had some bad ones — like the moldy carpet and an obtrusive column. Here’s how a DIYer made it all work.

Shiny, orange-y wicker baskets are a common find at thrift stores, but there’s an easy way to make them look more modern.

The paint color? Red-orange. The paint location? Read to find out!

The before was too empty to feel like someone really lived there.

The video it's from has over 2.4 million views and counting.

And I didn't have to buy anything else to make it happen.

One TikToker turned plain white renter walls into something unexpected and sophisticated.

If you’ve grown tired of your wicker or rattan lampshade and are looking to make an upgrade, don’t cast it aside just yet.

The biggest-impact steps: paint and cord covers.

Yes, you can paint a tile floor.

When traditional wallpaper borders weren’t a fit for my rental, I turned to one of my favorite budget shopping sources for an alternative.

Aside from the fact that they’re a super-budget-friendly solution, they’re also quite versatile.

With a drill and a creative vision, this DIY was bound to be a success.

For just $20 or under.

Sometimes all a dated bathroom needs is a new paint color.

You only need a few materials and an afternoon to complete this easy DIY project.

It looks incredible.

The previous homeowner put tons of work into creating a rustic-style space they loved — but when the new homeowners moved in, it didn’t quite suit them. Here’s how they made it their own.

You don’t need to break the bank to put together an at-home coffee station that’s functional and social media-worthy.

After all, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure.

A five-week project using IKEA IVARs and a discount fireplace totally transforms this blank white box.

From curtain rings to candles, these budget-friendly products are all the starting points of your next great DIY.

They cost under $20 for both.

The finished result is super impressive.

Sometimes there’s just nothing better than a simple change of color. And, when it comes to giving furniture and decor a brand new lease on life, for the least money and effort, the hands-down winner is spray paint. I’ve tried a lotta lotta spray paint, and recently found my new favorite. It’s easier to think of things I haven’t spray painted—my dogs, maybe—than all the things I have.

“I didn't like that my powder room looked like my neighbor's, and my neighbor's neighbor,” this homeowner says of her builder-grade “before.”

Plus, more stylish outdoor seating and must-see vintage prints.

Feeling like stretching your DIY muscles? Start here for inspo.

“Simply painting a room a bold color can completely transform it,” the designer says.

All you need is fabric glue and a pair of scissors.

“By using the existing materials in this space, I saved a ton of money, and let’s be honest – who wants to gut an entire bathroom?” this DIYer says. “It’s dirty and dusty and takes FOREVER. Updating a small bathroom with accent walls is a budget-friendly way to add character.”

Because it draws from an idealized vision of rural life, incorporating older, thrifted furniture into your cottagecore design vision is a natural fit with its rustic, nostalgic vibe.

As if the pool wasn’t cute enough, look at the landscaping

When these owners purchased their caravan, it was in much worse shape than they first thought. A complete overhaul brought it back to life.

Here’s some news from the folks at Interior Define: the Chicago based retailer known for their highly customizable sofas are now moving into a new room in the house—the bedroom. The company recently launched their first three styles of customizable beds. The platform (no need for a boxspring!) beds, which debuted in mid May, include the wraparound, shelter style Oliver, the transitional Harper, and the minimal, modern Gray.

It’s actually made from bowls from Walmart.

Although you can find a variety of fun and funky frames at thrift and antique stores, you may feel like your gallery wall is still missing something.

This DIY will leave you with an entryway that catches eyes (and shoes).

Sleeping under a canopy like this sounds like a fairy’s dream come true.

This smart entryway redo is from YouTuber Alexandra Gater’s first book — and she gave Apartment Therapy an exclusive look at the project.

Are you tired of shoving all of your hair claw clips into the same old storage bin? TikTok has an unexpected solution for you.

In a series of TikTok videos, she shares how she bought an unwanted cabinet for $140, and turned it into a beauty that resold for $1,200.

The “new” blue toilet and sink are must-sees.

You can install it anywhere you can find studs.

Read on to get inspo for your next outdoor project, and then grab an Allen wrench and roll up your sleeves to hack your way to a cozy and beautiful outdoor space.

It will help you find vases in strange places.

There’s a smart IKEA hack in this bedroom redo, too.

If you’re short on space or cash but still want to DIY, it’s time to find your local tool library.

It would fit right in at Barbie’s Dreamhouse.

This reno only took five days.

Want to add some trendy bouclé fabric to your home without paying hundreds of dollars? As usual, an IKEA hack might just be the solution you need.

The TikToker gave some behind-the-scenes info about all the hard work she put into turning the space into the vintage-inspired bathroom of her dreams.

“Since this was my first place I owned, I wanted to make the entire space feel like me,” this condo dweller says.

You’re never going to look at thrift store teapots the same.

This home was part of a Sears catalog kit, and many of its original features can be seen in the living room today.

Look beyond the Allen wrench.

“It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.”

TikTok creators scored a stunning, affordable antique mirror at a thrift shop, and they decided to give it a vibrant gilded twist.

Part of the beauty of IKEA products is how customizable they are when it comes to DIY home endeavors.

The new kitchen feels a lot more inviting.

“The budget for this kitchen refresh was really to spend as little as possible,” this DIYer says.

Next time you’re at the thrift store, check the miscellaneous shelf for an old aquarium.

“It was as boring as a room could possibly be,” this homeowner says of the “before.” The “after” is the complete opposite.

“This makeover made me realize I’m way more into paint than power tools,” this DIYer says.