Finished built-ins bookcase wall
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So how much does it really cost to build two walls of built-ins using IKEA PAX wardrobes and from-scratch bookcases? And more importantly, is it worth it? I’ve broken down the process step by step for you, including individual costs. So without further ado… let’s get into it! Project supply list This post may include […]

Two Walls of DIY Built-Ins With IKEA Wardrobes and Custom Bookcases — Including Costs!

May 25, 2025

One of the biggest eyesores in my parents’ hallway was the giant air return sitting on the wall. I looked into buying a custom air return vent cover, but it would have cost $175 for the size I needed. So I decided to build my own and show you how to do it, too! So […]

Finished screen
April 3, 2025

When I renovated the kitchen in my 1914 home, the cabinets weren’t salvageable. Not only were they not original to the home, but they had also been infested with roaches for decades. Why? Because the cabinets were poorly constructed and the kitchen itself had gaps between the floors and walls. In other words, the roaches […]

Purple red kitchen
November 15, 2024

Ah, demo day—a thrilling yet potentially chaotic phase of any renovation project! My projects usually call for delicate demo, but my kitchen renovation was a gut job, and my sister and I learned a LOT during the process. So from managing debris to ensuring safety, here are my 10 top tips for navigating your first […]

Demo PPE
June 15, 2024

Whether you’re painting your front, back, or side door, there are a few additional steps that you need to take whenever you’re painting an exterior door vs. an interior door. Because exterior door paint needs to hold up against everything from extreme weather and UV rays to armfuls of groceries and impatient pets, it’s always […]

Exterior door after painting
June 9, 2024

If you’re like me and hate when your metal vent covers stick out like sore thumbs in an otherwise beautiful room or exterior, here’s how you can make them virtually disappear. And the best part? This inexpensive fix won’t block air flow, like hiding them behind furniture would. Without further ado, here’s how to paint […]

Vent Covers After Painting
June 3, 2024

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