Top dressing and overseeding is the absolute best way to renovate your lawn. If your lawn is showing signs of weakness, consider these steps to have your best lawn ever.
Is your house in need of some serious TLC? When you see lots of things that just need a little fix, but have neither the time or the budget to go all out, sometimes you go looking for a simpler solution...We did, anyway. Were we ever surprised to find lots of cool and easy ways
Is your house in need of some serious TLC? When you see lots of things that just need a little fix, but have neither the time or the budget to go all out, sometimes you go looking for a simpler solution...We did, anyway. Were we ever surprised to find lots of cool and easy ways
Major wall damage on a plaster and lath wall, of the kind of damage that goes all the way through both the plaster and lath, usually requires that sections of the wall be removed and replaced. However, it’s often just the plaster that’s damaged, with the lath still in place.
A great list of things to do before starting a home renovation! Tips and tricks to get the smoothest renovation results the first time.
An easy guide on how to repair hairline cracks in your home on a plaster wall. Fix movement cracks with this simple DIY tutorial.
Check out our cheap home projects that will allow you to make a big difference in how your home operates. These simple projects can be done in a weekend and cost less than a dinner out.
Is your house in need of some serious TLC? When you see lots of things that just need a little fix, but have neither the time or the budget to go all out, sometimes you go looking for a simpler solution...We did, anyway. Were we ever surprised to find lots of cool and easy ways
A priority list for renovating a home - where would you start on home improvements when it comes to renovating an old property?
Top 14 Home Renovation Mistakes and Ways to Avoid Them! Information via Anita Clark Realtor in Warner Robins GA.
Plaster was an important part of building an old home prior to WWII. Today many homeowners tear out their old plaster not knowing the benefits.
Drywall damage can range from small cracks to large holes, but most repairs are easy and inexpensive to fix. We have six different ways to make the repair depending on the size, type and place of the damage.
Love finding the easiest ways to update things around the home, especially when they look great and save money? These cheap and easy but cool remodeling hacks should be at the top of your list, then. From DIY bathroom ideas to kitchen projects to walls and countertops, we found some of the best home remodeling
When you’re renovating a house, costs can quickly spiral. Here’s our top tips to control your renovation costs and make a saving.
Time for a dose of reality.
Rebuild and restore rotted wood without replacing it.
To save time, money, and stress on your DIY remodel, use these strategic tips. Download our free home renovation template to help you budget.
Learn all about repairing old furniture with these helpful tips and tricks, covering different types of wood furniture damage.
Drywall patch repair doesn't need to be intimidating, Matt provides a step by step on the process while sharing some great tips to make this process easy.
This guide will help you learn how to prep walls before painting them! Give your walls a professional look with these simple steps!
Sick of paying tons of money to fix minor things around your house? How about being tired of looking a said eyesores because you do not have the money to pay someone to fix them? Good news! It is surprisingly easy to do many minor home repair projects yourself and for very little money. Tackle
Our bathroom subfloor was rotted and needed patches in a couple of places. See how I cut out the damage and repaired the subfloor.
Laminated Cabinets?? If you have laminated cabinets, you know it...and I'm sure you know all the problems that come along with them. Unlike real wood cabinets, these are made from pressed particle board, and covered with a laminated plastic material. I've only ever seen them in white. These are usually just in a bathroom or laundry room, but I have even encountered them in a kitchen...yikes! They don't seem bad a first. They are stark white, usually have nice beveled edges, and they aren't paint, so they don't chip. The problem is they do peel off. The front piece of plastic is separate from the back piece. They join around the edges. When this area gets moisture, the particle board starts to expand, and the plastic lifts of at the edges. Most people see this, and just live with it. You don't have to live with it, and you don't have to replace the cabinets either! You CAN paint them! First things first...get the laminate off! If the plastic is already peeling go ahead and pull it all off, it will come off easily, as you can see here. If your pieces aren't peeling yet, you can speed up the process by lifting the edges with a knife. Here is what it will look like when its off. I wouldn't worry so much about the base pieces, but if you can get them off, even better. From here, you will have to prime them, use an oil based primer. It has be oil,and not latex, it will not seal them in right if you use latex. Oil will harden the surface, and not allow any more moisture to penetrate the particle board. I would use two coats, to make sure it is sealed well. Getting a smooth finish is easiest with a foam roller, you may need to sand it lightly between coats. A cheapy chip brush is good also. They are around $1, and you won't feel guilty throwing it away afterwards. Oil is not the funnest to clean up. From here your options are endless. You can use an oil based paint in a solid color, or do a faux treatment. For these cabinets I used a silver leaf finish. I started with a black base paint, then a leaf glue, then a silver leaf. On top I put a black wash, and a couple coats of sealer. The knobs were found at Hobby Lobby. They have a great selection of fun pulls, perfect for bathroom cabinets, and furniture.
An easy step-by-step guide on how to repair a large plaster hole…
This is how the experts learn how to caulk like a pro. Follow these quick and easy steps (with pictures) and you can learn too.
It's hard to believe it's been two years! Here's an update on all the renovation projects we've been working on in our mobile home!
Considering a log home renovation? You may want to call in the pros.
Get ready to tackle drywall patching with confidence. Our detailed guide help you accomplish this and your walls will look as good as new.
Don't let people tell you that a china cabinet makeover isn't in style in 2022 and beyond. Hands down, a painted china cabinet is one of the most fun pieces of furniture to refinish because
Old Attic Makeover: Make it Chic, Useful and Fabulous. Yes, that empty room above your home can seem pretty useless, but believe it or not, with the right
Getting organized is half the battle when it comes to home renovations! Use this Free Printable Home Renovation Planner to put all your design ideas, plans, budgets, and measurements in the same place. Home renovations can be a huge pain – especially if you aren’t prepared! I’ve been sharing some posts about home renovations that […]
Particleboard is a commonly used material that is used to make furniture. But water can damage it. Know how to repair particle board water damage.
Budget home improvement ideas are our specialty and our readers agree! These are our top 10 visited DIY projects from 2018. Also included are our top 10 budget-friendly ideas of all time! #howto #diy #budgethomedecor #affordablehomedecor #frugalfamilytimes
Updates: Watch a time lapse tutorial of the process here and see the full room reveal here! Have any plain, flat doors in your house? This tutorial is for you! Here’s what you’ll need for this project (per one standard door): Materials 4×8″ sheet of plywood 1″ Finish nails Wood filler Caulk Paint Tools Miter saw […]
Here's how to hang a wreath without making holes in the door, according to experts. You can use velcro strips, hooks, suction cups, ribbon, and more to adorn your door with these stately pieces.
I was digging through the basement at an estate sale a while back, and found a manilla envelope full of vintage paint chip brochures - you gotta love the folks who never throw anything away! A couple of them are dated 1957, so I'm assuming they are all from around that time... Before I list them I figured I should scan in the chips to post here - they might be helpful to those folks who are retro renovating, and looking for authentic paint colors. Enjoy, and be sure to click to enlarge the scans so you can read the color names, there's some interesting ones! :) Dean And Barry Dupont Hanna Pratt & Lambert Sears Harmony House Sherwin Williams (I had to scan this cover, love it!) Majestic Montgomery Wards
Once you've shut down the water source and electricity, you may be staring at puddles and wondering, "What now?" Now it's time to assess and do water damage repair—and do it quickly! Wet materials start developing very serious problems like mold after around 24 hours. You don't have time to wait.
Drywall patch repair doesn't need to be intimidating, Matt provides a step by step on the process while sharing some great tips to make this process easy.
Top dressing and overseeding is the absolute best way to renovate your lawn. If your lawn is showing signs of weakness, consider these steps to have your best lawn ever.
Removing wallpaper or tile can make a mess of your drywall, but it can be fixed! I'll show you how to repair torn drywall paper with Gardz surface sealer.
