Home Projects

From DIY projects to plants & gardening to remodeling ideas plus before & after renovation photos – here’s everything you need to tackle home projects.
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Your Basic Bi-Fold Closet Doors Need This Budget-Friendly DIY Makeover
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It’s amazing what you can do with paint and trim.
Carli Alves
Jul 26, 2023
Watch HGTV Stars Make a “King-Sized” Guest Room with Twin Beds
“I love creating designs that are out of the box.”
Abby Monteil
Jul 26, 2023
B&A: An IKEA BILLY Hack Makes a Bathroom-Laundry Hybrid Work Beautifully
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“Because this is a small apartment, this room had to accommodate both a bathroom and a laundry area,” this apartment owner says.
Sarah Everett
Jul 25, 2023
6 Home Safety Features Everyone Should Know How to Find
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According to pros.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Jul 25, 2023
This Kitchen’s Secret Pantry Door Makes Grocery Day So Much Easier
It’s saving their backs, arms, and hands on grocery day.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 25, 2023
Before and After: An LA Townhouse’s Elegant Refresh Keeps Its Walls
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You have to see the kitchen.
Kelly Dawson
Jul 25, 2023
We Tested (and Rated!) All the Chairs and Recliners at Raymour & Flanigan — Here Are the Best for Every Space and Need
Check out these stylish and comfy armchairs, accent chairs, and power recliners.
Nikol Slatinska
Jul 25, 2023
B&A: A "Glum and Grubby" ’80s Kitchen Gets an Under-$600 Refresh
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Before, the fruit tiles, tan color scheme, and melamine cabinets were straight out of 1985.
Sarah Everett
Jul 24, 2023
This IKEA Hack Turns a Modern HEMNES Dresser into a Vintage Heirloom
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The DIYer behind this design was a total novice when she completed the project, and she has some smart insights to share.
Yelena Moroz Alpert
Jul 24, 2023
B&A: A $5,000 Redo Brings Old-School Vibes to a New-School Bathroom
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A few swaps help this new-ish bathroom look old — in a good way. Great ideas for bringing a vintage vibe to a new build herein!
Sarah Everett
Jul 23, 2023
B&A: After This Gray Kitchen’s Sunny Redo, Every Hour Is Golden Hour
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Now, the DIYer says the kitchen “feels like walking into a giant hug.”
Emma Kershaw
Jul 22, 2023
B&A: A Bare Entryway Is Now Functional, Cozy, and Family-Friendly
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This home blogger has great advice for creating an entryway that works for you.
Sarah Everett
Jul 21, 2023
This TikToker Transformed Her Closet Using $40 Target Bookcases
IKEA isn’t the only source for hackable furniture pieces.
Abby Monteil
Jul 21, 2023
B&A: A Builder-Grade Bathroom Gets a Sleek Redo with a Botanical Twist
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The bathroom is way more functional now, too.
Sarah Everett
Jul 20, 2023
This TikToker DIYed a Tabletop Fire Pit That Also Repels Mosquitoes
You’ll be making your space bug-free along with adding ambiance.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 20, 2023
B&A: This IKEA KALLAX Wine Rack Hack Came Together in 30 Minutes
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If you’re a DIY novice looking for an easy IKEA hack to start out with, this KALLAX upgrade is your friend.
Sarah Everett
Jul 19, 2023
B&A: 2 Upholstery Projects Create Distinct Zones in This Tiny Bedroom
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“I wanted it to be a small and mighty room — tiny but big in personality,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Jul 18, 2023
This Mural-Loving DIYer’s Must-Have Tool for Bold Paint Projects
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This DIYer’s home is filled with tons of paint projects, large and small. Here’s the tool she says was essential for pulling them off.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jul 18, 2023
B&A: A Builder-Grade Kitchen Gets a Bespoke Boho Redo for Under $2,500
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With a stylish solution for the existing wood cabinets!
Sarah Everett
Jul 17, 2023
Jasmine Roth Uses Stacked Crates in a Super-Chic Way
Milk crates, but make it grown-up.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 17, 2023
B&A: A Budget-Savvy Bedroom Redo Has a Chic Fix for Ugly Closet Doors
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It’s no surprise this redo is full of great design and DIY ideas — it belongs to the Small/Cool Contest winner from 2021!
Sarah Everett
Jul 16, 2023
B&A: A Living Room’s Chic Redo Disguises Its Old ‘80s Brick Fireplace
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“I wanted to go bigger with this fireplace,” this homeowner says of her unique transformation.
Sarah Everett
Jul 15, 2023
Before and After: Knocking Down a Wall Was a Game-Changer in This Kitchen Redo
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This homeowner’s vision for her kitchen? “A classic farmhouse oasis.”
Sarah Everett
Jul 14, 2023
9 Things Sneakily Making Your Home Feel Hot in the Summer
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If you just can’t seem to get your home to a comfortable temperature, you might have one of these factors to blame.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Jul 14, 2023
Before and After: A Plain Gray IKEA HEMNES Dresser Goes Boho Chic for Just $120
This redo brings a whole new vibe to this gray dresser.
Sarah Everett
Jul 14, 2023
Joanna Gaines’ Fireplace Makeover Uses Wood Paneling in a New Way
Her most recent room do-over features a fun alternative to plain paint or busy wallpaper.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 14, 2023
Someone Turned an IKEA Lamp into an Everything Bagel and It’s Amazing
Move over, Swedish meatballs.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jul 14, 2023
The Best Portable Air Conditioners for Your Apartment
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Beat the heat in every room of your home.
Madelyn Simons
Jul 14, 2023
B&A: A Gutted Bathroom Gets a Candy-Colored Redo Full of Clever Ideas
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Buying secondhand tile for the floor and shower saved a ton of money — it cost just $100 to tile the whole room.
Sarah Everett
Jul 13, 2023
B&A: $100 and One Weekend Make This Old Table Look Designer
The secret: epoxy!
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 13, 2023
The $10 DIY Project That Brings Me Joy Every Time I Come Home
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It’s renter-safe, too.
Kristen Garaffo
Jul 13, 2023
This Father-Son Duo Turned an Old Shed into a “Tiny Mansion”
It might just be the world's largest tiny home.
Noella Williams
Jul 13, 2023
B&A: A Small Sunroom’s $800 Revamp Is Cozy, Boho, and Renter-Friendly
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This renter-friendly redo has a great solution for brightening up a retro wood-paneled space.
Sarah Everett
Jul 12, 2023
If You Can Do Basic Math, You Can Build This Simple DIY Home Bar
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Feeling comfortable using your drill to install shelves at home? This DIY isn’t too much harder, and you don’t even need any additional power tools.
Marcel Dagenais
Jul 12, 2023
These TikTokers Built an Adorable Under-Stairs Bedroom for Their Dog
Only the best for the goodest good boys and girls.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jul 12, 2023
B&A: A Kid’s Bedroom Goes from Green Stripes to a Galaxy Far, Far Away
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The kid wanted a Star Wars-themed bedroom; the DIYer wanted to stick to a $500 budget. Here’s how they succeeded on both counts.
Abby Monteil
Jul 11, 2023
This Trendy Squiggle Mirror DIY Requires Zero Power Tools
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All of the supplies you’ll need are super easy to find, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 11, 2023
B&A: A 1940s Bathroom Gets a New Paint Color That Oozes Vintage Charm
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For her bathroom reno, this homeowner wanted materials that would arrive quickly and match the vintage style of her 1940s colonial house.
Sarah Everett
Jul 10, 2023
Joanna Gaines’ Dining Room Makeover Was Inspired by This 1930s Cabinet
Sometimes working with what you already have can be the secret to designing a gorgeous room.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 10, 2023
B&A: A Colorful yet Serene Bedroom Redo Includes a DIY Lime Wash Wall
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This DIYer says calm, tranquil bedrooms can still mix colors and textures — and her bedroom redo is here to prove it.
Abby Monteil
Jul 9, 2023
B&A: A Small NYC Living Room Redo Makes the Most of a Tiny (70-Inch!) Space
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This living room redo is chock-full of tips for filling up a small space without it feeling overwhelming.
Sarah Everett
Jul 8, 2023
Before & After: A Brother and Sister Get the Bedrooms of Their Dreams
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From blah to packed with personality — and sophisticated enough to grow alongside the kiddo clients.
Danielle Blundell
Jul 8, 2023
Before and After: A Warm Minimalist Redo Pulls This Bathroom Out of the 1990s
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With some slight tweaking of the footprint to make this space more user-friendly for the homeowners.
Sarah Everett
Jul 7, 2023
B&A: A $1,000 Kids’ Room Redo Has Custom Built-ins to Corral Clutter
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The rock climbing wall is a must-see!
Abby Monteil
Jul 7, 2023
This TikToker Transformed an Old Nightstand into a Cat Bed
It’s the purr-fect upcycle.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jul 7, 2023
B&A: A Dark Entryway's Sliding Doors Were Blocking a Beautiful Design Feature
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"I love everything about it!" this homeowner says of her revamped entryway. "It’s gorgeous and light and has sweet personalized details."
Sarah Everett
Jul 6, 2023
B&A: An ‘80s Kitchen Gets a Two-Tone Cabinet Paint Job for Just $300
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Plus, this first-time cabinet painter has some great DIY tips for getting the job done.
Abby Monteil
Jul 6, 2023
This Brilliant Decor Solution Also Hides Unsightly Kitchen Clutter
It’s like how people in movies hide their safes, but honestly so much more practical.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 6, 2023
8 Under-$100 Tools an Experienced Home Repair Taskrabbit Swears By
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She depends on these tools to get her hundreds of home repair jobs done, from hanging artwork to sawing wood to doing minor plumbing repairs.
Sarah Everett
Jul 6, 2023
B&A: A Childhood Bedroom Gets a Grown-Up Glow Up for $700
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It’s totally sophisticated and totally pink.
Sarah Everett
Jul 5, 2023
I Tried the Most Stylish Window AC on the Market and I Won’t Shut Up About It (It’s on Sale!)
It's the best window unit that I've owned.
Blair Donovan
Jul 5, 2023
How to Fix Squeaky Floors, According to Pros and Experienced DIYers
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You'll find quick fixes, plus how to know when you need to call a pro.
Trisha Sprouse
Jul 5, 2023
B&A: A Breakfast Nook Redo So Chic You Won’t Believe It’s an IKEA Hack
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A cheery blue paint color and statement-making wallpaper came in clutch.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 4, 2023
These $15 Picture Hooks Require No Tools and Hold Up to 65 Pounds
Even better? You can install them in minutes.
Kelly Dawson
Jul 4, 2023
This Woman Turned Her Childhood Play Kitchen into a Mini Bar Cart
As it turns out, play kitchens aren’t only for kids.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jul 4, 2023
B&A: A Bold Paint Choice Brings Out the Best in This 1930s Living Room
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This color-loving homeowner knew the neutrals had to go.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 3, 2023
Here's How You Can Make Giant Wall-Sized Frames with IKEA Products
Give your memories the oversized treatment.
Kelly Dawson
Jul 3, 2023
4 Smart Hallway Redos That Show the Hidden Potential of Pass-Through Spaces
It's not just a hallway — it could also be a home bar, an office, or an organized storage space.
Kristine Hansen
Jul 3, 2023
This TikToker's Thrifted Dollhouse Becomes an Unbelievably Charming Bookcase
Read how TikToker Kendall Nicole transformed a thrifted dollhouse into an imaginative bookcase, using a few simple materials.
Kelly Dawson
Jul 3, 2023
B&A: This Colorful $350 Bedroom Redo Is a “Walking Ad” for Thrifting
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“I always keep a rainbow of spray paints on hand for random projects,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Jul 2, 2023
B&A: A 1965 Kitchen Gets an Era-Honoring Redo That Still Looks Fresh
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The homeowners kept costs down for this full renovation by using some clever workarounds.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jul 1, 2023
Before and After: Leanne Ford’s Yard Goes from Sad to Secret Garden
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With her new Crate & Barrel outdoor collection and a few “Lazy Lee” decorative touches.
Danielle Blundell
Jul 1, 2023
B&A: A Cookie-Cutter Powder Room Gets a Sophisticated New Look
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The fresh vibe comes courtesy of new wallpaper and some smart DIYs.
Sarah Everett
Jun 30, 2023
This TikToker Found a Pool Under Her Floor — Here’s What She Did with It
All of a sudden, their original renovation plan went out the window.
Olivia Harvey
Jun 30, 2023
8 Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper Tips from a TikToker Who’s Tested Dozens
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This is the must-know intel from a DIYer who’s mastered the art of peel-and-stick.
Heather Bien
Jun 30, 2023
B&A: A Bare Home Office Becomes a “Hardworking Hub” for Work and Play
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DIY cabinets help keep the whole family organized.
Sarah Everett
Jun 29, 2023
Joanna Gaines’ Latest “Mini Reni” Uses Tile in a Super-Fun Way
Nothing says wow quite like an accent wall, and this one has a twist.
Olivia Harvey
Jun 29, 2023
These TikTokers Built an Actual Tiny House Inside a Home Depot
Please don’t try anything like this in your local home improvement store.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jun 29, 2023
This Small-Space-Friendly “Centipede Table” Lets You DIY Anywhere
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It’s been called the “best Costco find for any DIYer,” and it’s also available at Home Depot and Amazon.
Sarah Everett
Jun 29, 2023
B&A: A Stuffy ‘80s Powder Room Gets a Glam-Meets-Rock-n-Roll Redo
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The changes make it look more modern and way more spacious, too.
Heather Bien
Jun 28, 2023
5 Bad Habits Your Plumber Wishes You'd Stop Right Now
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Are you guilty of any of these?
Adrienne Jordan
Jun 28, 2023
How to Update Your Walls with Limewash, Paint’s Easygoing Cousin
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This project might sound intimidating, but it’s actually pretty forgiving and great for beginners.
Sourya Venumbaka
Jun 27, 2023