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12 Easy & Cheap DIY Awning Ideas
Here are some great tutorials for making your own awning. You’ll find step-by-step instructions for each project, as well as…
10 Practical Patio Alternatives
A patio is a great outdoor space in any dwelling, but what if you can’t have one? Here are the…
17 Better Patio Umbrella Alternatives
A shade on a patio is a much-needed addition, but a good old umbrella is not the best decorative choice….
11 Better Patio Door Alternatives
Traditional 2-panel sliding patio doors are practical, but they lack visual interest. Try these alternatives instead. The traditional sliding glass…
13 Stylish Filing Cabinet Alternatives
Filing cabinets help keep paperwork neat and organized. But if you’re looking for something with a more aesthetically pleasing design,…
15 Practical Alternatives to Glass Shower Doors
Traditional glass shower doors are boring and old-fashioned. If you want to improve the way your shower looks, try some…
8 Shelf Bracket Alternatives That Work
Most people naturally resort to shelf brackets when attempting to attach floating shelves to a wall. Here are the alternatives….
37 Alternatives to White Kitchen Cabinets That Work Better
Do you also find white kitchen cabinets boring? Let’s change the go-to classic to something else. Check out these alternatives….
38 Creative Wall Art Alternatives
Try something unique instead of traditional wall art for wall decor. Use these alternative options. These are a lot less…
26 Cozy and Practical Kitchen Window Curtain Ideas
Use these kitchen window curtain ideas to make your space look cozy while remaining functional. Read on! The window treatments…
13 Better and Cheaper Area Rug Alternatives
Traditional area rugs can be expensive, and plain rugs are dull. Here then, are some viable alternatives to consider. Even…
14 Practical Daybed Alternatives
Not everyone has enough room for a daybed to use its benefits. Here are the alternatives to save space. The…
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13 Alternatives to Window Shutters That Look Better
Here are the alternatives to window shutters that will make your windows look great on the exterior as well as…
16 Brilliant TV Stand Alternatives for More Style
You don’t have to use a TV stand to have the TV in a room. Here are 16 TV stand…
16 Cheaper Blackout Curtain Alternatives That Darken the Room
These blackout curtain alternatives will help you darken any room without spending a ton of money on expensive curtains. Read…
15 Bathroom Tile Alternatives for a New and Fresh Look
Need an alternative option for bathroom tile? You’re not the only one loathing the filthy grout. Here are 15 fresh…
9 Beautiful Shower Pan Alternatives That Put Conventional to Shame
Acrylic and fiberglass shower pans are ugly. There’s no way to sugarcoat it. You need alternatives — we have nine…
7 Cheaper Concrete Floor Alternatives for Your Patio or Garage
You may need concrete floor alternatives if you find it too expensive. Indeed, putting up a patio, a shed, a…
15 Cheap Sofa Alternatives That Work Wonders
Looking for a cheap sofa alternative? We have ample options with great examples. Here are 15 inexpensive sofa alternatives that…
15 Great Alternatives to Window Blinds for Privacy and Style
Don’t care much about cheap renter-grade window blinds? Here are 15 great alternatives for any window size, and they all…
12 Cheap Bed Alternatives That You Can Still Use for Sleeping
Looking for cheap bed alternatives? Here’s our complete and creative list of ideas that will save you space and money….
Top Design Ideas
Wall-mount a TV or Put It on a TV Stand? [Solved]
Looking where to put the TV and choosing a TV stand vs. a wall mount? We will offer you our…
What to Put Under the TV on the Wall? [12 Ideas]
A wall-mounted TV saves a lot of space, but what do you put under it? That’s the number one problem…
Where Should an Ottoman Be Placed? [14 Ideas]
Getting an ottoman for your home? Great choice! Now, where do you put it? Here are 14 ideas to ponder….
20 Best Modern Minimalist House Designs
Looking for minimalist house designs for your next project or just inspiration? Here are 20 creative modern minimalist houses that…
Best Kitchen Cabinet Colors for Small Kitchens (with Pictures)
What are the best kitchen cabinet colors for small kitchens? There are a lot of options to choose from. We…
30+ Fancy Wooden Fence Styles and Designs (with Pictures)
Good fences make good neighbors. A good neighbor will smile at your over your back fence but never climbs over…
30+ Remarkable Breakfast Bar Ideas for Small Kitchens
Modernizing a kitchen is a top choice among homeowners, due to the many benefits. Even if you don’t perform a…
35+ Gorgeous Ideas of Dark Wood Floors That Look Amazing
Looking for ideas of dark wood floors for your next home renovation? That’s a great choice, and here over 35…
23 Amazing Tree Bed Frame Designs That Will Enchant You
A short while ago we’ve posted a photo on Facebook of a bed with bedposts made of real birch tree…
Top DIY Projects
How to Stop a Chunky Knit Blanket from Shedding [Solved]
Here’s how to stop your cozy chunky knit blanket from shedding. As great as it is, the yard starts shedding…
How to Make Your Faux Fur Blanket Soft Again? [Solved]
So you have a faux fur blanket, and you’re enjoying it until it becomes hard from the use and washing….
How to Build a DIY Driveway Gate – Full Guide
Here’s how to build a driveway gate from scratch. We cover several ideas for different types of gates. Read on!…
53 Easy DIY Desk Ideas with Plans
Want to build a DIY desk at home and do it the right way? It’s easy when you have a tutorial and plans to follow. And it’s even easier when you have 40 tutorials to choose from.
65 Stunningly Easy DIY Abstract Art Ideas Even Beginners Can Make
Create stunning and easy DIY abstract art to decorate your walls. These 65 ideas with tutorials are real life-saver. Finding…
34 DIY Home Bar Ideas and Designs with Free Plans
Looking to build an awesome home bar in your house? These 34 home bar ideas and designs with free plans…
22 Easy DIY Kitchen Cabinets with Free Step-by-Step Plans
Here are DIY kitchen cabinet plans with step-by-step instructions. Here you will find plans for all types of kitchen cabinets,…
62 Easy DIY Shoe Rack Storage Ideas You Can Build on a Budget
Do you want to solve your shoe storage problems once and for all? Here are 62 easy DIY shoes rack ideas that will bring your shoes to order even if you have a thousand pairs.
50 Easy DIY Mirror Frame Ideas You Can Make Right Now
Looking to make a DIY mirror frame to add a new accent to your interior decor? Here are a whopping…
41 DIY TV Stand and Media Console Ideas You Can Totally Build at Home
Looking to build a homemade DIY TV stand or DIY media console? Here are 41 DIY projects with plans and…
58 Easy DIY Ottoman Ideas You Can Make on a Budget
Want to build a DIY ottoman and looking for project ideas with instructions? Here are 58 easy step by step…
40 Easy DIY Bench Ideas for Indoors (with Plans)
All you need to know about building a DIY bench for indoors at home. Read this before you even start…
66 Easy DIY Table Ideas That You Can Build on a Budget
The complete list of DIY table ideas that you can build this year even on a tight budget, and stay…
61 Easy DIY Bed Frame Ideas You Can Build on a Budget
Do you think building a DIY bed is a difficult project? We don’t think so! And here are 45 reasons why (easy to follow and detailed bed frame plans and tutorials.)
18 Best DIY Wood Craft Ideas You Can Easily Make
We’ve picked 18 amazing but still easy DIY wood craft ideas for home decor so that you can make unique…
Top Home Improvement
Here’s How Much You Can See Through Room Darkening Curtains at Night
Room darkening curtains work both ways, i.e., you can see out during the day as much as someone can see…
A Touchless Soap Dispenser is Not Working – Here’s How to Fix It
So you have a nice touchless soap dispenser, but it has stopped working. What might be the problem, and how…
The Highest Allowed Showerhead GPM per State
Here’s a list of the highest GPM possible for showerheads in every state of the US. Read on for the…
What Does a Flow Restrictor Do in a Shower Head (Should You Remove It?)
The showerhead flows restrictor limits water flow rates, and it is designed to increase the showerhead’s water efficiency. Should you…
Fleece vs. Sherpa Blanket – Which is Better? [Answered]
Deciding between a fleece and Sherpa fleece blanket? Here are the main differences that will help you decide which is…
How Much Weight Can a Shelf Hold? [Solved]
If you’re installing shelves (especially wall-mount), knowing how much weight they can hold is paramount to your success. Here’s how…
What is the Difference Between an Electric Blanket and a Heated Blanket?
In a nutshell, all electric blankets are heated blankets, but some heated blankets don’t use electricity. Further differences stem from…
Can You Fall Asleep with a Heated Blanket? [Solved]
In short, you can but you shouldn’t. Modern electric heated blankets are safe to use when sleeping but it’s not…
Can You Use Bath Salts and Bath Bombs in a Jetted Tub?
The short answer is you can use some bath salts ad bath bombs in a jetted tub. But as usual,…
Top Shopping Ideas
The Top 10 Best Curtain Rods for Heavy Curtains [2022]
Whether you’re looking to hang high-end heavy drapes in your bedroom or living room or blackout curtains, we’ve got ten…
The Top 10 Best Luxury Throw Blankets of 2022
Looking for the best luxury throw blanket of your dreams? How about choosing from these ten remarkable throws? What we…
The Top 10 Best Recliners for Sleeping [2022]
Looking for a recliner that you can guiltlessly nap in? Or perhaps you have a condition that makes sleeping in…
The Top 10 Best Driveway Gate Hinges of 2022
Your installation of the driveway gate is only as good as the hinges. Here are the best driveway gate hinges…
The Top 10 Best Door Sweeps for Soundproofing [2022]
Looking to stop noise from coming into your space from another side of the door? Use one of the best…
The Top 10 Best Mailboxes of 2022
These picks for the best mailbox of every type are what you’re looking for to revamp your mailbox in 2022….