DIY Furniture Makeovers
Don’t get rid of an old bookshelf just because it looks dated. With navy blue and gold paint, we turned a tired mahogany-veneer bookcase into a piece that looks right at home in my living room.
For an easy easy way to give dated surfaces a more custom, stylish look without the cost of replacing them, learn how to update a countertop with wallpaper. It’s an inexpensive upgrade that can make a workspace, craft room, or any other area feel more custom and pulled together. As part of my home office…
If you need a lot of storage in your home office but don’t love the look of standard filing cabinets, a few easy upgrades can make a huge difference. We’ll show you how to turn basic filing cabinets into glam office storage. Plain filing cabinets may be practical, but they aren’t usually very pretty. Fortunately,…
If your desk is doing the job but not doing anything for your decor, this quick DIY faux marble table makeover is an easy fix. See how a little marble contact paper and gold spray paint can turn a basic piece into something that looks a lot more high-end. It’s a simple, budget-friendly upgrade that…
Turn your old furniture into something beautiful with these creative DIY furniture makeovers that will totally transform how they look.
Gold leafing might look like an advanced DIY technique, but it’s actually much easier than it seems once you know the steps. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through exactly how to apply gold leaf to furniture so you can confidently add a touch of glam without feeling intimidated.
I love a good furniture makeover, especially when it turns something plain into a showstopper. These DIY bookshelf makeovers prove that a little creativity (and some paint!) can completely transform even the most basic shelf.
Updating kitchen cabinets doesn’t have to mean a costly renovation. With these simple, budget-friendly ideas, you can give your kitchen a fresh new look and feel in just a weekend without breaking the bank.
If you have an old TV armoire that needs a new purpose, why not repurpose it into a stylish, organized and space-saving desk solution. This step by step tutorial will teach you exactly how to transform a TV armoire into a functional hidden desk for your workspace needs.
Transform an old dated bedside table into a chic and stylish piece with this DIY painted nightstand makeover tutorial. Learn step-by-step techniques to achieve a stunning, high-end look for your bedroom furniture.
This chic upcycle project transforms an ordinary organizer shelf into a glam industrial DIY filing cabinet. Through simple steps and creative flair, the makeover breathes new life into a functional piece, blending style and utility.
A fireplace is a natural focal point in any room. But if your fireplace surround isn’t up to par, it may not be making the statement you want it to. Fortunately, upgrading it doesn’t have to be expensive. With this DIY tutorial, learn how to build a fireplace mantel with crown molding and MDF.
If you’re like me, you spend a lot of time hunched over a computer at your desk. Which isn’t great for your back or your health. And that’s why I decided to make my work area more ergonomic by building a DIY electric sit stand desk with a custom finish to match my glam home…
This glam and glossy DIY black bookshelf makeover shows you how to give new life to an old, wooden bookshelf. With just a few simple steps, you can give your old bookcase a stylish new look that will be the focal point of your room.
Shelf lights are a great way to add elegance to any room, and putting them up is not as hard as you might think. We’ll show you how to install shelf lighting using puck lights in just a few easy steps.
If you have an armoire that could use an update, this DIY upholstered black armoire makeover may be just what you’re looking for. It’s an inexpensive way to recycle old furniture and add some much-needed personality to your decor.
If you’re anything like me, you probably have a piece (or two) of furniture in your home that’s made from a dark wood shiny veneer. It’s still in good shape but looks so dated. And it’s also a pain to paint because of the slick surface. I’m going to show you how to prep and…
If you’re like me, the very thought of sanding furniture pieces sends shivers down your spine. It’s such a tedious process, and I always feel like I’m going to mess it up. Well, no more! Today I’m going to show you how to paint wood furniture without sanding, priming or stripping. So whether you’re wanting…
If you have a tiered side table that needs an update, this DIY project maybe just want you’re looking for. With paint, metallic wax and nail head trim, you can turn it into the showpiece of your decor.
If you’re on the hunt for a new bedside table but can’t find one that meets your needs, think about making it yourself! Use our tutorial to make a DIY mirrored nightstand from an old cabinet or piece of furniture you like using some silver paint and mirrors.
Storage boxes are a great way to get organized and make things easy to find. But finding ones that fit your space without breaking the bank can be hard to do. Which is why I decided to make my own DIY organizer box using corrugated plastic (but cardboard would work, too).
Looking for a way to update a boring piece of furniture? Try this DIY Hollywood Regency bar cabinet makeover to add some glam to your room.
Find out how to hide your router and modem by stashing them in a cabinet, without compromising signal strength. This step-by-step guide has everything you need to know on choosing the right cabinet, ensuring proper ventilation, and implementing cable management techniques to maintain a tidy, efficient setup.
Have a bonus room that really needs some extra storage? Learn how to make your own DIY bonus room bookshelves and window bench that fits those angled walls.
As part of my home office makeover, I wanted to have built-ins along two walls of the room. I desperately needed the storage, and liked the idea of built-ins since they are an efficient use of space. (It’s not a very big room). Since I already owned a bunch of mis-matched furniture, I didn’t really…
If you have ever tried to install nail head trim on a piece of furniture manually, you know how hard it is to get them to go in evenly spaced and straight. You could use the long strips that have real nails every 5 spots or so, but they never seem to look right to me….
As I mentioned in last week’s post (on how to make Craftsman Style Mouldings), I have been working on making over my den. I installed the mouldings and painted it a dark reddish-purple paint color. I also switched out the too-large desk I used to have in there for a library table that was in…
The second “bedroom” in my house is small (9 ½’ x 8 ½’) and needs to be a multi-functional room — guest bedroom, home office, party room, and storage area rolled into one. I already had a Murphy bed built into the wall (for the guest bedroom) and a desk (for the home office), but I was…
