Category: DIY
(BPT) - Natural disasters cost Americans $91 billion in damages in 2018, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.With parts of the country in the midst of peak hurricane season, and other regions of the country approaching the ...
(BPT) - Though spring is often seen as the most critical season for lawn care, fall can actually have just as much — if not more — impact on the long-term health of your lawn. The following tips from turfgrass researchers will help you prep...
(BPT) - Though spring is often seen as the most critical season for lawn care, fall can actually have just as much — if not more — impact on the long-term health of your lawn. The following tips from turfgrass researchers will help you prep...
Make a statement when guests first walk in with a brick accent wall in your entryway. Blogger Brittany Norman of Ellison Made gives a step-by-step guide at how you can refresh your space with a fun accent wall. Read more to find out how to get this look for your home. The Before This is... The …
When living in a rental property, renovations can be limited or difficult. Charlotte Smith of At Charlotte’s House was able to take advantage of a few Home Depot products to build a temporary wall to cover a chain link fence and add great curb appeal to her space. There are two fenced in pens at our... The …
(BPT) - There’s nothing quite as comforting as pulling on your favorite hoodie when it's fresh from the dryer. As much as you love luxuriating in that warmth and softness, you may not be aware just how much energy this beloved appliance burns thr...
(BPT) - Are you prepared if a disaster were to hit? If you aren’t, making sure to prioritize this initiative for you and your family is smart. Disasters don’t plan ahead, but you can.Here are nine things you can do now to ensure you are pre...
Is your monthly utility bill excessively high? The likely culprits are air leaks, drafts and “energy vampires” — devices such as computers and game consoles that sap power even when they aren’t in use. The average American spends $2,000 on energy each year, with an estimated $200 to $400 of that going to waste due to drafts, air …
(BPT) - Each year as summer ends, teachers, parents and students alike all begin their back-to-school preparations. Fall is a great time to start fresh, establish new and better routines, and to set family schedules that fit both your needs and the nee...
With a home office, sometimes renovations are necessary to create a good workplace. Kourtni Munoz of House on Longwood Lane was able to take advantage of a few Home Depot products, showing how changing the paint on her bookshelf made her office a place she wanted to work in again. The most embarrassing space in our... The …
When buying a house, we can’t always choose the color of the first house we purchase – especially when buying it blind! Cathy Peshek of Poor Little It Girl was able to show how The Home Depot’s ProjectColor App was able to transform her house’s exterior into her dream color! I can’t believe it’s been... The …
For a master bedroom refresh, choosing a different color paint can drastically transform your space. Monica Benavidez of Monica Wants It was able to take advantage of Home Depot products, showing how an accent wall can make a huge difference in a bedroom refresh. My master bedroom was looking a bit bare. I took down... The …
(BPT) - Summer may be winding down, but a new opportunity to garden is just beginning. Plenty of vegetables and flowers can be grown successfully in late summer and into fall, so it’s a great time to refresh with plants that either thrive in slig...
Summertime often inspires us to tackle on a project or two. George Lehaf, from Makers Best Friend, took on a small kitchen project to make his space feel new. Follow along as he shows us, step-by-step how he created this farmhouse dinning table. The following instructions will walk you through creating this beautiful, farm-house styled... The …
(BPT) - Maybe you’re signing the paperwork for a rental car, ready to zip up the West Coast for your end-of-summer vacation, when the agent asks if you’re also going to be adding rental insurance.You pause. The agent starts talking about li...
(BPT) - Does your home feel uncomfortably warm, even when your AC is running full blast? You may think you can wait until next season to fix this, but with hot and sticky temperatures still lingering, now is the perfect time to upgrade your air conditi...
(BPT) - The latest trends in home decor reveal a desire for a feeling of tranquility and calmness, perhaps as a response to today’s overly busy and distracted lifestyles. From Marie Kondo’s decluttering craze to a return to natural material...
(BPT) - Whether you plan to sell your home soon or you simply want to make your property more modern and livable, there are many things you can do to increase the value of your house. The good news is you don't need a massive budget to make a big impac...
The first impression your house makes on new guests is in its curb appeal, particularly the look of the front porch area. To make his home feel more inviting, Mike Poorman of Woodshop Mike took on a full front porch makeover inclusive of fresh paint and stain, and a few key product replacements from The... The …
Renovating a kitchen is a tough task, especially to tackle alone. With the expert help and guidance of The Home Depot’s kitchen designers, Lindsey Dean of Frills and Drills was able to choose and order the perfect cabinets within her budget. When we built our home 2 years ago we were overwhelmed with the amount of... The …
