Painting wood furniture has its difficulties! Learn to permanently block tannin bleed-through from wood stains and knot holes with these two tried-and-tested options. Also helpful: How to Choose the Best Paint for furniture – How to Refinish Wood Furniture (no sanding!) – Must Know Tips to Prep and Refinish Furniture Painting Wood Furniture: Preventing Tannin […]
Installing Trim: A Beginner’s Guide
Installing trim just got do-able for beginners! Crown molding, chair rail, window and door casing, and shadow box trim — Jenny did it all as a complete beginner and she’s sharing what she learned so you can do it, too! More for you: Ultimate Guide to Wainscoting – DIY Craftsman Window Trim (with no angle […]
How to Paint Furniture – 5 Paint Options
Choose the right paint for your project! Come learn how to paint furniture in latex, chalk paint, milk paint, spray paint, and oil-based paint. More help with furniture painting: How to Refinish Wood Furniture (Stripping off old Finishes) – How to Prevent Tannin Bleed-Through – How to Stain Wood Any Color with a Color Wash […]
How to Refinish Wood Furniture
Follow this tried and tested method and detailed step-by-step tutorial to learn how to refinish wood furniture, including intricate details, without sanding, from an expert. As you are refinishing wood furniture, be sure to also read our tips for painting furniture with different paint types, how to prevent tannin (knot) bleedthrough, and how to stain […]
DIY Reclaimed Wood Stool + Plans
Build your own reclaimed wood stool following these DIY wooden stool plans! This simple farmhouse DIY step stool is great to help reach things or to use as an ottoman or plant stand, too. See more reclaimed wood projects here, and build a simple flip-over barstool step ladder or a DIY ladder chair, too. Get […]
Get This Look: Light and Bright Living Room
Enhance the natural light in your living room with the elements used to create this light and bright living room space. We share details and where to shop for the look. Love our get this look posts? We have a bunch to check out here. Or find more ideas for storage trunks that can double […]
Color Spotlight: Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal
Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal has been a longtime favorite paint color of ours. It can be a good option for a balancing warm and cool tones and can even be used as a colorful neutral. Find all of our color spotlights here. Then check out these awesome interior painting ideas and painting tips. Color Spotlight: […]
How to Build a Retaining Wall with a Top Cap and Steps
Come see how to build a retaining wall. Our beautifully curved retaining wall features a top cap to make it more comfortable for sitting, steps for access to the garden, and a buried drain pipe for water runoff, plus a tip on how to keep spiders from moving in. Finish the space with a DIY […]
DIY Painted Countertops and Reviews
Painted Countertops can easily change the look of a kitchen or bathroom counter on a budget. But, how well do they hold up? We’ve gathered research and are ready to share the painted countertops durability in multiple cases. After you’ve painted your countertops, consider adding a banquette bench to your kitchen and dining nook. Or […]
Modern Outdoor DIY Concrete Bench with Redwood Seat
Build your own modern outdoor bench from concrete and redwood following this DIY concrete bench tutorial and woodworking plan! We show you how to make a DIY concrete bench form, then build a redwood bench seat for durable outdoor seating. We’ve done a decent amount concrete work over the past few years, like our huge DIY […]
How to Install a Window in Basement Bathroom
Do you have an old window that needs to be replaced? Today I am going to show you how I am updating an old aluminum window and installing a new double pane vinyl window in our basement bathroom. Thanks to DAP for sponsoring this post, all opinions are ours — see our full disclosure policy […]
Large DIY Wall Decor Ideas Using Inexpensive Engineer Prints
What is an engineer print? Learn more about making large black and white prints for pennies and 22 ideas to use these affordable posters to make large DIY wall decor. For more large wall decor ideas, check out 60 Affordable DIY Wall Decor Ideas for Large Walls, How to Decorate Tall Walls, and 30 Ideas […]
Lawn Maintenance: Trim and Edge Your Yard Like a Pro
Come learn how to achieve professional-looking results when doing your own lawn maintenance. To go along with your beautifully manicured yard, see 8 Giant Yard Games to Play, 20 Amazing Backyard Lighting Ideas, and Outdoor Projects to Build this Summer. This post, Trim and Edge Your Yard Like a Pro, is made in partnership with […]
DIY Fireplace Makeover Part One: Updating Mantel Moldings
In need of a fireplace makeover? Read and watch how we did ours to get inspiration for your DIY fireplace makeover. This is part one in a series of blog posts and videos showing the progress. Thanks to DAP for sponsoring this post, all opinions are ours. Now Our DIY Fireplace Makeover Begins Since we […]
Update an Existing Bathroom Exhaust Fan Cover
Add light to your bathroom and upgrade the bathroom exhaust fan with this fast and easy update. We show you how to replace your existing bathroom exhaust fan cover with a new cover that features a built-in LED light and sleek design. Easily upgrade an existing exhaust fan cover with a Broan exhaust fan cover […]
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