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How to paint and upgrade a uPVC door with faux Crittall detailing

Find out how to give your uPVC door the ultimate glow-up, complete with reeded glass film and faux Crittall details, on a budget

By Claire Douglas Published 23 July 22

Yellow measuring tape close up with pencil to take measurement

How to use a measuring tape for accurate readings

Knowing how to use a measuring tape properly will ensure accurate readings and project success, everytime you use this toolbox staple

By Claire Douglas Published 22 July 22

How to build a DIY trash can enclosure: glow up your garbage area

Glow up your garbage and recycling area with a DIY trash can enclosure and disguise these useful yet unsightly objects. Complete with rooftop planters

By Claire Douglas Published 19 July 22

Coral painted bathroom with paneling and green tub

How to paint a bathroom in 5 simple steps for professional looking results

Knowing how to paint a bathroom will help to refresh your space on a budget and it can be an easy job when you have the right tools, materials and technique. Especially when you paint behind the toilet, for crisp, clean results

By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published 15 July 22

How to turn a garden room into a modern home office

Transforming a garden room into a home office is an awesome way to add function and personality to an unused outbuilding

By Kate Sandhu Published 11 July 22

a close up of handmade candles in glasses with dried flowers

How to make homemade candles: Create DIY scented candles using soy wax

If you'd like to learn how to make homemade candles with soy wax, we've got the perfect DIY scented candle how-to that's super easy to create and takes just one hour

By Jasmine Gurney Last updated 2 September 22

Blue painted garage door with purple flowers surrounding

How to paint a garage door: metal, steel, fiberglass or for a wood effect

A step-by-step on how to paint a garage door made from metal, steel, fiberglass or wood. Choose the right paint and priming may not be necessary and there are many more factors to consider for a professional-looking finish...

By Claire Douglas Published 8 July 22

An assortment of planters on garden bench with throws and outdoor cushions

22 DIY alternative planter ideas: easy designs to dress up your porch or patio

We guarantee you won't see these DIY alternative planter ideas in your local home improvement store

By Hebe Hatton Published 4 July 22

Living room with grey panelling to dado height, pastel green paint extending above and onto ceiling over shelving, pink sofa and grey sofa, wood flooring and grey rug

How to caulk trim, baseboard and gaps

Learning how to caulk is an important step of any decorating job. These top tips will help you achieve that perfect gap-free finish

By Lindsey Davis Published 3 July 22

Floral peel-and-stick wallpaper decor applied to entryway wall by Dori Turner

How to install peel and stick wallpaper in 6 simple steps

Leaning how to install peel and stick wallpaper will let even beginner DIYers change up a space in quick time. Ideal if you rent or are on a tight budget

By Dori Turner Published 2 July 22

A living room with cream-colored upholstered sofa and multicolored bright botanical motif curtain decor

How to measure for curtains: a DIY guide for beautifully-dressed windows

Learning how to measure curtains correctly involves working out the ideal dimensions. Here, we drop it like it's hot

By Emily Shaw Published 30 June 22

A kitchen with monochrome white and black wallpaper wallcovering, hexagonal floor tile decor exotic area rug

8 pro tips for wallpapering around awkward objects

Learning the best wallpapering tips and tricks of the trade will help you hang your favorite print around awkward objects like built-in cabinets, counters and more

By Brooke Waite Published 29 June 22

How to oil a deck step-by-step: protect and enhance your outdoor living space

Bring tired and faded decking back to life with our no-nonsense guide on how to oil a deck

By Claire Douglas Published 26 June 22

A living room with teal walls and white sofa

6 ways to smooth walls without plastering

Try these ways to smooth walls without plastering – the best ways to prep your walls without needed a skim coat

By Anna Cottrell Published 25 June 22

Dori Turner upgrading basic white window frames with black electrical tape to create Critall-style window frames on a budet

How to DIY Crittall-style windows using electrical tape – ideal if you rent

It costs $10

By Dori Turner Published 22 June 22

How to paint kitchen cabinets for a simple, stunning upgrade

When you know how to paint kitchen cabinets properly you will enjoy a stunning finish, without a big spend. Choose to DIY, prime properly and save a ton of cash on your kitchen upgrade

By Melanie Griffiths Last updated 15 July 22

A modern bathroom with dresser vanity unit and bathtub

How to turn a vintage dresser into a bathroom vanity

DIY-er found a vintage piece on Facebook Marketplace to turn a dresser into a bathroom vanity and save thousands of dollars in the process

By Brooke Waite Published 18 June 22

How to skim coat walls for painting

A seamless, bump-free surface will do a fresh new color far more justice. Learn how to skim coat walls for painting, for pristine results

By Claire Douglas Last updated 7 July 22

Thrifted iron patio set gets a spray paint makeover

How to revive an old patio furniture set with spray paint, on a shoestring budget

DIYer Jessica Nickerson used spray paint to bring a used metal patio furniture set, from Facebook Marketplace, back to life. Giving her front yard a speedy facelift, for next to nothing

By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published 16 June 22

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