If you have a staircase with blank sides and want to make it look like a traditional ornate paneled staircase, you’re in the right place! When I bought my 1914 Craftsman home, it had a staircase inside that was added in the 1990s and made to look like a Craftsman staircase… to a point. And […]

Wood beadboard ceilings are beautiful, but how do you install them? And how much do they really cost? I’ve broken down the process step by step for you with subtotals, materials I recommend, and tips and tricks for installation. Without further adieu, let’s get into it… Project supply list This post may include affiliate links, […]

My parents needed furniture for their back porch, but patio sets can be SO expensive and usually aren’t the best quality. Even when you look at solid wood outdoor furniture, companies often use lower quality wood, fasteners, and cushions. I don’t know about you, but if I’m going to drop $1,000+ on furniture, it had […]

Unlike concrete acid stains and semi-transparent concrete stains, a solid concrete stain doesn’t show any color differences or imperfections underneath. Instead, it provides fully opaque coverage and gives an even appearance. It’s great for matching concrete slabs of different ages and shades as well as hiding concrete crack patches. But because solid color concrete stain […]

I've been there! When I first started working on my home, I didn't even know how to use a drill. I've spent thousands of hours learning by trial and error, and now, I'm sharing all of that foundational knowledge with you...