DIY Home Improvement

  • DIY Portable Planter

    Create a portable planter for a deck, patio or yard that’s perfect for your favorite flowers or veggies. Learn more about this DIY project in this Lowe’s video: This portable planter is essentially a series of stacked frames that are assembled using galvanized nails and […]

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  • Create an Eye-Catching Leather Lounger From Recycled Materials

    Have an old wooden chair? Learn how to create an eye-catching leather lounger from recycled materials in this Buildipedia video: For this DIY project, you will need a salvaged wooden chair, a pile of thrift shop leather belts, staple gun and utility knife. 1. Sand […]

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  • DIY Rustic Wine Glass Holder and Bottle Rack

    Learn how to build a rustic wine glass holder and bottle rack in this Moen video: For this DIY project you will need a wooden crate, a rake with a wooden handle, a piece of 1×6 wood and a hole saw with drill. 1. Cut […]

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  • How to Build an Under-the-Stairs Recessed Bookshelf

    The triangular area under a staircase is typically wasted space. Learn how to utilize this area and build an under-the-stairs recessed bookshelf in this Lowe’s video: For this DIY project, you will create boxes to fit in between the studs and attach them to the […]

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  • How to Build an Upholstered Headboard

    A headboard can be the focal point of your bedroom, but finding the perfect one can be extremely expensive. Learn how to build a custom upholstered floating headboard from a reclaimed door and decorative trim for less than $200 in this Buildipedia video: Assemble and […]

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  • How to Assemble a Basic DIY Toolkit

    While your local home improvement store has thousands of tools to choose from, you only need a few items for almost any upcycling project. Learn how to assemble a basic DIY toolkit in this Buildipedia video: Your toolkit should have the following items: Paint roller […]

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  • How To Install Kitchen Cabinets

    If you have the right tools, as well as a little patience, any do-it-yourselfer can perform a kitchen cabinet installation. Learn how in this Buildipedia video: Lay the cabinets out to get a feel for how they will look and fit together. Corner Cabinets To […]

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  • How to Replace a Vanity and Sink

    You can give your bathroom a totally different feel by replacing the vanity and sink. Learn more about this DIY project in this Lowe’s video: You will need the following materials and tools: New vanity New vanity top Large adjustable pliers or slip nut wrench […]

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  • How to Restore a Vintage Chair

    You can turn a vintage chair that has seen better days into a knockout piece for your home. Learn how to restore a rescued chair in this Buildipedia video: You will need sanding blocks, stain, rags, spray polyurethane, staple gun, staple, screwdriver, paint brushes, rotary […]

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