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Hello, DIYers!

It’s about that time of the winter that we all begin to get restless and excited for Spring! That brings fun, nicer weather, and also a great opportunity to tackle big home projects! 2020 was a big year for home projects (because we were all home anyway!) but with new homes purchased, more upgrades to do, any maybe even homes being put on the market, there’s always more to be done! If you’re thinking of trying to save yourself some money on some of the big ticket home projects, doing it yourself might be the perfect solution! This list puts together many common or trending home projects with tips, tricks, and instructions to help you complete the job with ease!

Happy crafting!

DIY Painting

Paying a professional to paint adds a lot to the total for the final job. If you’re feeling competent enough, here is a list of some great tips for making a painting project easier!

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Installing Vinyl Plank Flooring

Vinyl plank flooring (often referred to as LVP or luxury vinyl plank) is a popular flooring trend. It is known for being scratch and fade resistant while also being waterproof. Not to mention, it is an easy floor to install yourself, even if you have no prior experience! It just takes some careful calculations and researching the issues you might come up against! Pay close attention to the wear layer you’re buying and then go to town for a beautiful new look!

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Refacing Cabinets

Are you looking to modernize your kitchen? It can get pricey! Fortunately, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to go buy an entirely new set of cabinets! You can use the basic frame and reface the the cabinets to look more modern. It just takes a little extra work!

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Repair Vinyl Siding on House

Every now and nick or gouge on the side of the house becomes unsightly. Fortunately, the repair is fairly simple to do yourself!

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Painting Front Door

Whether you want an accent door or just want to refresh the look on yours, make sure you read this first! It has everything to make this DIY project a positive one!

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Cleaning Rain Gutters

Paying someone to clean your rain gutters can be costly. If you are thinking of taking on this project on your own, here is a great guide to help you get from start to finish!

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Building a Fence

Are you thinking of putting up a fence, you should first explore your options! This is a great guide!

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Add Back Splash

A back splash can make a huge impact on the look of your kitchen! There are a few different ways (and budgets) to make that happen!

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Building a Shed

Do you need extra storage space for the back yard? You might consider building your own shed!

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Power Washing House

Power washing your house is sometimes necessary for knocking off excessive grime, sprucing up a home before selling, or before painting!

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Install Closet Organizers

Make the most of your closet space by installing a custom closet organizer!

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Painting a Fence

Do you have a perimeter fence that is in fine structural shape but could use a sprucing up? Use this great DIY to help you paint it to last!

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Under Stair Storage

Use the space underneath your stairs more wisely by creating this amazing storage system! You’ll wonder how you ever lived without it!

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Build a Basic Deck

If you want to add at least a basic deck to your yard, you can use this simple and budget friendly DIY! Of course, if you’re feeling more ambitious, there are many tutorials that outline other custom measurements and shapes!

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Install Crown Molding

Installing crown molding into your room is way easier than you might think! And it does so much to add a lovely finish to your walls!

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Install Under Cabinet Lighting

Having lighting installed under your cabinets is incredibly convenient! If you want to achieve this in your home, check out this great DIY project!

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Install Basement Drywall

If you have an unfinished basement, you can add livable space and value to your home by finishing it yourself!

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Add Carpet Runner to Stairs

With a little math and some effort, you can install your very own stair runner for elegance and safety!

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Mudroom Bench

Storage at an entryway can be one of the most challenging places in the home! You can help to remedy this issue by creating this wonderful mudroom storage bench! You can store shoes, coats, and even extra storage, like book bags!

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Installing Iron Banisters

Iron banisters look absolutely gorgeous! Especially in comparison to the basic, cheap, wooden banisters that we are used to. You can make the upgrade by doing it yourself!

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Remove Popcorn Ceiling

One would be hard pressed to find someone who still loves popcorn ceilings. Unfortunately, there are still many homes who have them! You can remove one in your house by using these steps!

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Honeycomb Shelves

These honeycomb shelves are trendy and adorable for displaying small plants and tchotchkes!

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Lay Down Tile

A tile installation takes some time and effort, but it isn’t terribly difficult once you get into the flow of it! Here is a great guide to help you out along the way!

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Update Look of Boring Interior Doors

You don’t have to switch out the cheap interior doors of your home just to make them look nice! With some paint and upgrades you can have them looking like a beautiful or exciting element to your décor!

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Remove Non-Load Bearing Wall

If your goal is to create a more open concept floorplan in your home, you can knock down a non-load bearing wall! Here are some great instructions to learn how!

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Refinish Wooden Deck

Give your wooden deck a facelift by staining it a new, modern color with a terrific sealant!

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Add Faux Ceiling Beams

You don’t have to do a major construction project to get your ceilings looking fun and different! Add these faux ceiling beams to modernize the room on a budget!

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Remove Wallpaper

Is there dated wallpaper in your home? Getting it off can be a pain! But here is a simple guideline to get you started and make the process go as seamlessly as possible!

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Re-Caulk Bathrooms

Do you know the last time the caulk was freshened up in your bathroom? If not, check the condition. It might be time! These DIY instructions will cover everything that you need to know!