DIY Home Updates

Before you paint a brick house, read these 18 TOP pros and cons for painting brick. AND, check out our before and after pictures for painting a brick house white!

Should you pressure wash your driveway? Here’s the 12 Best Reasons to Pressure Wash your driveway and walkways. With tips to help you do it!

My wooden front door gets a lot of sun damage here in Texas. Luckily, there’s a SUPER EASY, 1-step DIY fix for your weathered wood door!

Stunning! That’s the best way to describe this easy DIY coffered ceiling. I LOVE this simple, low profile trim design using 1×4’s and cove.

Easy DIY steps to Caulk A Kitchen Counter. Replace your old crumbly grout with caulk in under an hour. With tips for the best caulk to use.

Easy DIY Steps to Store Water for an emergency, long term, in your home. With tons of answers to common questions!

If you’re looking for LOW BUDGET Laundry Room Makeover ideas, here’s 4 different DIY Small Laundry Room Makeovers I’ve done in our home!

Here’s the EASY DIY steps and tips I used to waterproof a plywood roof deck with Liquid Rubber Deck Coating. And, how it looks 2 years later!

Printable guide for how to prep your home for a hurricane (inside & out) covers everything you’ll need to do before, during, & after a storm.

Best Supplies & Food To Stock Up On Before A Hurricane. Get your home ready for the storm and possible long power outages.

How to check for damage BEFORE you paint over water stains on a ceiling AND easy steps & video for painting over water stains.

How I turned a long, utility cabinet in our Laundry Room into BEAUTIFUL coat and shoe storage with this easy DIY Tall Cabinet Makeover.

I LOVE this cheap and easy DIY tongue and groove porch ceiling makeover! Get that beautiful porch you’ve always wanted, in just a weekend.

3 Cheap, Easy, and Quick Ways to replace or fix broken valance clips on blinds. You can easily hang a valance without clips with these tips!

I LOVE this easy DIY Swing Set Frame. Quick build plan for a simple wooden, safe & sturdy swing set that looks great. And, adults can use it!

I am LOVING this beautiful Before and After Family Room Makeover! Check out the makeover pictures & cheap DIY projects from this remodel.

Can you repaint a door without removing it? Yes! But you need the right weather & paint. Here’s the steps to get huge curb appeal in 1 day.

Is your front door paint bubbling & blistering after painting it? Here’s the 6 main reasons why your exterior paint FAILED. And 2 ways to fix it!

Did you know that some cleaners can ruin your grout paint/sealer? Here’s how to safely clean grout after using grout paint & grout sealers.

13 Best AC Filter Replacement for Cleaner Air in your Home! These Air Filters remove dust, pet dander, bacteria, allergens, smoke, & viruses.

What happens if your AC filter is dirty? A dirty filter can cost you extra money & your cooling might even stop working. HERE’S WHY and tips.

I’ve finally found the Best Way to Stain Exterior Wood Door! With a long-lasting, easy to use Gel Stain that is beautiful on any front door.

Improve your home security in just an afternoon with these Cheap and Easy DIY Home Security Updates for your Doors. No fancy tools required!

Do Claw Caps for Cats Work? I LOVE them! Here’s how to put claw caps on a cat, how often you’ll need to & how to get cats used to them.

Can you use Chalkboard Paint on Cabinet Doors? Painting cabinets with DIY Chalkboard Paint looks great & It’s a fun way to organize & label!

Complete guide to safely cleaning your home after it floods. Don’t make any costly mistakes! After Hurricane Harvey, we learned a lot about safely cleaning flood damage. Here’s our How to Clean Up your Home after Flood Damage guide!

Drop the paint brush, guys. There’s an easier way to get rig of ugly water stains. Here’s How to Remove Water Stain from Ceiling Without Painting!

Here’s 6 GREAT ways to Hide a Kitty Litter Box in a Cabinet. Four are minor changes safe for rental properties. The last 2 are perfect for cat lovers that want a bigger change!! Actually, they’re all perfect for cat lovers. 🙂

I LOVE these tips and tricks for the Best Way To Deep Clean Car Seats at home. Including which household products WORK and which one I AVOID.

Before you paint your old shutters, read this guide! The Best Way to Paint Vinyl Shutters: with steps, video, & which paint to use on vinyl!

How to set wooden fence posts in concrete – written steps & a quick video to help you DIY your own Three Rail or any other wooden fence style.

Here’s what you can use in Bissell Spot Cleaner to safely & effectively clean your cars, rugs, carpets, couches, and more. I LOVE this thing!

Here’s How to Clean A Couch At Home, the Easy Way with my new favorite cleaner. This step by step guide works on spills and pet stains. Step by step guide to deep clean your couch.

Are large tiles harder to install? Overall yes. Bigger LFT tiles are heavier. And, harder to install alone. If you’re planning your first tiling project, …

This easy DIY for How to Stain a Door without taking it down can make your door look brand new and give your some huge …

How Do I Get Rid of Cable And Still Watch TV? Here’s how to save money cutting the cord with cable TV with streaming channels & free local TV.

Does Grout Renew Work? Here’s 3 before & after examples, easy DIY steps, and a full review from years of using Grout Renew to paint my grout.

You can quickly and safely clean a shower glass door using vinegar & backing soda. Even marble & stone tile. But, be careful doing it!

Here’s a DIY fix that seems like magic, it works so well. At least, that’s what my neighbor called it when she used this bleach …

How to SAFELY use a pressure mounted baby gate on stair banisters. We’ve had this up for 4 years and it doesn’t budge. No drill & no holes!

Best DIY ways to Remove Glued Wood Flooring (Hardwood or Engineered) and 5 Ways to Remove Flooring Adhesive on Concrete.

How to Cut An End Cap for Molding, like Chair Rail, to put a pretty end at a door, window, or when molding ends part …

How to build Easy DIY Drawer Boxes with lumber. Simple rustic drawer design for storage and other woodworking projects. Easy DIY Drawer Boxes Most of …

Here’s how to remove an arched doorway in a wall with tips for how to demo, framing, and how to square off rounded arches. How …

I admit, before I started hanging my own drywall, I thought it looked like it would be too hard for me to do. But, guys, …

This easy DIY for How to Restain a Door without stripping it or even removing it gives your home huge curb appeal in less than …

Here’s the quick guide for where to use Caulk or Wood Filler on Wood Trim in your home. Caulk or Wood Filler on Wood Trim …

How to Clean Area Rugs At Home, using a Bissell SpotClean Pro. Easy steps for small stains and for rugs with all over dirt and …

You can Easily Deep Clean Car Seats At Home with these easy steps. In less than an hour, my fabric car seats and carpet look NEW!

Easy to Follow step by step tutorial for a DIY Gable Vent Installation in a Shed, Playhouse, or Tiny House, using a Vinyl Gable Vent. …

Here’s my quick and easy DIY steps for How to Build a Small Step Ladder from 2×4’s for your playhouse, loft, bunk bed, or anywhere. …

Easy to follow DIY steps and build video to make a kids climbing ramp, or rock climbing wall, for that backyard playhouse, fort, or play …

The best way to Clean Marble Shower Tile and Grout is also super easy and safe enough for marble tile. Clean & Kill Pink Mildew in minutes!

QUICK and EASY to follow written steps and walk through video to show you how to make a Lazy Susan Turntable with Lazy Susan Hardware. …

Here’s a sneak peek at my big DIY Kid’s Playhouse build. With lots of DIY videos and photos to help you Build a Kids Playhouse …

Hi guys! Today I have the easy to follow steps to DIY Ridge Cap Shingles from Architectural Shingles for a Shed or Playhouse. And, the …

Do you need to know how to install a toilet handle lever or flush handle? Good news, it’s pretty easy. How to Install A Toilet …

30+ DIY Home Improvement Tips and Tricks, I love! These DIY’s will save you money, make like easier, or improve your home! DIY Home Improvement …

Today I have my 6 favorite Homemade Wood Finishing Recipes for you guys! It’s my DIY Wood Cleaner, Wood Stain, Whitewash, Chalk Paint, Furniture Wax, …

Here’s the easy DIY steps for how to whiten grout, seal your grout, and get rid of grout stains that won’t scrub clean – with …

You’ll definitely find an idea you want to use in this list of 12 Low Budget Outdoor DIY Projects for Better Curb Appeal. Yay! Low …

Install Picture Frame Wainscoting for a classic, beautiful look you’ll love! Hi guys. I’ve nearly finished our full Master Bathroom Remodel. Yay! This update to …

Easy tip for hiding anything in your yard. This DIY removable AC Screen or Removable Fence Panel can hide an AC, boat, & under decks. …

Try these quick and easy home improvements, that anyone can DIY. They’ll make your house more livable and beautiful on a budget!

DIY Marble Mosaic Tile Bathroom Installation Tips that will help you install mosaic tile at home, like a pro. You can do this!

Here’s my favorite Beginner DIY Floor Tile Installation Tips and Tricks to help you tile your floor faster and with less waste.

3 Easy Steps to make a weed free gravel path. Plus, a printable guide to help you DIY a gravel path in your yard that blocks weeds for years.

I am LOVING how beautiful this DIY Plywood Plank Ceiling Install turned out. Here’s the steps for this budget-friendly Faux Shiplap.

Quick and Easy DIY Shower Niche Installation Steps, Tips, and Video for homeowners that are comfortable doing DIY remodeling.

Check out some of the Best DIY Bathroom Organization Ideas I’ve found while doing research for our Master Bathroom Makeover. I love these! Best DIY …

Here are the cheap and doable DIY projects I used when I Added a Mudroom in a Small Laundry Room. DIY Mudroom in A Small …

DIY Cabinet Door Mounted Garbage Can I’m kicking off our huge Master Bathroom Remodel with this quick and easy bathroom organization upgrade. I decided to …

Using Bondo to Repair Wood Rot saved our Exterior Shutters from the burn pile! Here’s the easy steps. Using Bondo to Repair Wood Rot or …

The results are in, here are the 5 most popular Home DIY & Craft Projects of 2018, at Abbotts At Home. Looking for new Home …

This beautiful shiplap fireplace makeover brought Modern Farmhouse Style and huge impact to this Living Room! Living Room Shiplap Fireplace Makeover Yea!! The shiplap fireplace …

How to Seal or Fill the Gap Between Cabinets And Floors. This super easy DIY works under kitchen cabinets, laundry room, and beneath a vanity!

80+ Planning Tips for Building a New Home or House Remodel, learned after flipping houses, new home building, and years of home remodeling. Tips for …

Upgrade those boring or ugly open cabinets and shelves with this easy DIY Plywood Panel Makeover! Are you a fan of the open cabinet trend? …

The boys’ bedroom is once again my favorite room in the house! It’s time for the big reveal, guys! And I’m so excited to share …

I’m so excited about this beautiful DIY Board and Batten Wainscoting with that chunky crown moulding! This DIY Board and Batten Wainscoting with Lattice battens …

Turn that vaulted ceiling into the feature it should be! This DIY Vaulted Ceiling Makeover gave our Master Bedroom instant style. DIY Vaulted Ceiling Makeover …

You can build this DIY Lazy Susan Organizer to fit any spot in your home. Time to get organized! I have 2 DIY’s for you …

Did you leave something like a hot Pizza Box on your wood table? There’s an easy fix to remove heat stains from wood furniture. How …

Whether you just want to make dirty grout white again or switch to a new grout color, here’s the easy steps to change grout color.

How to Paint Rusty Metal Furniture This little picnic table is so sweet. Who wouldn’t want to save it? Especially when it is so much …

Need a convenient space to store all those shoes and coats? You can convert part of your Laundry Room into a Mudroom. Like a lot of …

My Top DIY Products for new parents will make life easier, cleaner, happier, and safer. Aside from the Goo Gone, I never owned any of these …

The Pea Gravel Play Area I’ve been working on this month is finally done. Yea! The boys are loving their new digging spot. I’m loving …

Did you know bats are great pollinators, eat mosquito’s, and are safe to have around? OK, OK. You can’t really hug a bat today, but …