Category: DIY

This fall, make home upgrades with staying power

(BPT) - Fall can be the perfect time for homeowners to complete projects that busy summer schedules didn’t allow. It’s also a great time to look at ways to add lasting value to your property. This season, upgrade cheap fixes, freshen dated ...

Hot home design: 4 things to consider when choosing siding

(BPT) - Selecting new siding is one of the most important curb appeal decisions homeowners face when building new or remodeling an existing home. With so many options — both classic and modern materials — there’s a lot to consider.Many manufacturers are now combining traditional styles and materials with advanced technologies, delivering a product homeowners can …

Hot home design: 4 things to consider when choosing siding

(BPT) - Selecting new siding is one of the most important curb appeal decisions homeowners face when building new or remodeling an existing home. With so many options — both classic and modern materials — there’s a lot to consider.Many manufacturers are now combining traditional styles and materials with advanced technologies, delivering a product homeowners can …

This fall, make home upgrades with staying power

(BPT) - Fall can be the perfect time for homeowners to complete projects that busy summer schedules didn’t allow. It’s also a great time to look at ways to add lasting value to your property. This season, upgrade cheap fixes, freshen dated ...

Choosing the Perfect Washer and Dryer Set for Laundry Rooms

Choosing the Perfect Washer and Dryer Set for Laundry Rooms Choosing the perfect washer and dryer set for your laundry room is a daunting task and a big investment. You’ll be living with your new appliance for years, and you want to get the most for your money. Savannah Kokaliares of Classy Clutter faced this issue... The …

Towering Timbers, A Block Stacking Game

Timbering Towers, a DIY oversized block stacking game is perfect for entertaining guests during barbecues and friends on game day. Jen Woodhouse of The House of Wood designed this DIY giant outdoor block stacking game–Timbering Towers–and accompanying storage crate to make it easy to bring along for tailgating. All you’ll need is some studs lumber, common hardware... The …

How to Build a Giant Pegboard Accent Wall

This giant pegboard accent wall is trendy and quite practical. For Rachel Metz, of Living to DIY, it’s an eye-catching accent wall to her office space. We could easily see it working in a kid’s bedroom, or casual bonus room. Rachel shows us the steps to follow so you can build your own pegboard accent wall... The …

How to Build a Small Wooden Shed

Since buying her home in 2011, Amanda Hendrix, of Love & Renovations, has been making both big and small updates. The next thing on her list was to find a way to keep her outdoor tools organized and safe from the elements. Check out how Amanda built a small wooden shed in 11 steps! DIY Small... The …

Water Heater Closet Turned Into Open Shelved Pantry

After realizing the potential of the water heater closet in her home, Courtney Weston, of Always Rooney, decided to turn it into a functional space. Read on to see how Courtney turned it into an open shelved pantry! Water Heater Closet Turned Into Open Shelved Pantry In an 1100 sq. ft. home, my husband and I... The …

Big, smart ideas for renovating smaller homes

(BPT) - While newly constructed homes are bigger than ever, most Americans still live in modestly sized or even small houses — and many of these owners are choosing to remodel rather than move into a bigger home.More than half of all American hou...

Big, smart ideas for renovating smaller homes

(BPT) - While newly constructed homes are bigger than ever, most Americans still live in modestly sized or even small houses — and many of these owners are choosing to remodel rather than move into a bigger home.More than half of all American hou...

She Shed Update for Even Better Backyard “Curb Appeal”

If you’re fortunate enough to have a she shed in your backyard, maybe it’s time for a little she shed update? (And if you don’t have a she shed, yet, it’s time to make that happen!) Katrina Sullivan, of Chic Little House, has one of the best she sheds ever created, but she wanted a new... The …

5 Master Bathroom Updates You Can Complete in No Time

These master bathroom updates can be completed in a weekend. We know this because that’s how long it took Alexi Politis of Seeking Alexi to update her master bath. Read on to learn how Alexi gave her master bathroom a makeover in just five steps. 5 Master Bathroom Updates Yes, this whole new look for my master... The …

DIY Cornhole Game for Tailgates or Backyard Fun

  This DIY cornhole game is sure to be a hit at tailgates and backyard cookouts. Jennifer Largesse of Build Basic designed this DIY cornhole board– or bag toss game– to have fold-down legs to make storing and transporting it easy. All you’ll need is some project panel, common hardware and some simple tools. Customize it with... The …