We’re helping a couple who aren’t strangers to do-it-yourself projects. Matt and Lindsey Binion bought their mid-1950s house in the midtown area of Mobile, Ala., a few years ago and have been busy making it their own ever since. After completely renovating their kitchen because of a water leak, they installed their old kitchen cabinets … Read more
Luxury vinyl tile is a durable and comfortable alternative to traditional tile floors. It’s easy to clean and it hides stains pretty well. Also, because it’s made from vinyl, it’s softer on your joints than rigid tile. Installing it yourself is easy, and can be done in just a weekend. Here’s how to do it. … Read more
Adjustable-height desks are popular these days in offices all over the country and now you can have that same flexibility with your workbench with Husky’s new adjustable workbench. Research suggests there are health benefits to alternating between standing and sitting throughout the day because it both decreases body discomfort and increases blood flow. Husky’s Adjustable-Height … Read more
This week, we’re transforming a breezeway that looks almost accidental into a more inviting entrance. Delane Caldwell’s breezeway to her front door is just a narrow hallway to the backyard, but we’re going to find a way to incorporate it more as a living space. The Projects Grinding the concrete smooths out the uneven surfaces … Read more
No matter how well you build a wooden fence gate, they all share a common problem over time — the tendency to sag over time. A sagging gate doesn’t just make your fence look old and unattractive — it’s also a hazard for children and pets. Wide gates are no exception, and possibly are more … Read more
A wall fountain gives you the relaxing feeling of sitting next to a babbling brook right outside your home. By installing a ready-made one like this one, you don’t have to rework any plumbing in your home. All you need to do is decide on the location, drive in a mounting screw, and hang the … Read more
This post originally appeared on CheckingInWithChelsea.com. Inspired by currently trending raffia-covered furniture, I’m showing you how to build your own TV console table covered in wallpaper for $150! **I partnered with Titebond for this project which makes me really excited because…I used their original wood glue and ONLY their wood glue to hold my entire … Read more
We’re transforming a shed into an art studio for homeowner Linda Johansen. Linda is native to Mobile, Ala., and has settled in Fairhope, Ala., after adventuring around the world with Delta Airlines. She has gradually redone her home one room at a time but needs a little help with her shed — and we’re happy … Read more
Homeowners Lloyd and Aimee Meyers and their two kids, Caroline and Landon, love their home, but they’re not so fond of their ’80s kitchen. So, we’re helping this family with an inexpensive renovation — at just $1,200 in materials — that will leave a big impact! We’re bringing this ’80s-style kitchen into the 21st century … Read more
Add a touch of texture and rustic flair to any area with a DIY wood wreath. This one is a unique take on a traditional wreath using wood cross sections from a small tree (or wood rounds). Wood rounds are sold at most craft stores, but you can also cut your own if you’ve just … Read more