Furniture
How to Build a Zinc Tabletop
Follow this step-by-step guide to repurpose zinc into a stylish, classic tabletop that serves as a design centerpiece for your home.
Everything You Need to Know to Build a Jelly Cupboard
Build one of these history-rich cupboards for your home to create a lovely, functional space to store jellies, spices, oils, and more.
How To Upholster a Headboard
Add some flair to your bedroom by making your own headboard. Our guide walks you through the process with easy steps and tips along the way.
How To Fix Wood Scratches
Do you have wood furniture with a damaged finish? Our expert breaks down how to fix abrasions, scratches, and gouges on wood.
How To Build a Medicine Cabinet
A medicine cabinet can improve your bathroom's look and organization. Learn how to build and install one here.
How to Build a Spindle Headboard With Easy to Follow Steps
Building your own spindle headboard can turn a boring bed into a stylish centerpiece for your room. Read how to complete your own in our step-by-step guide.
How to Build a Picnic Table and Benches
Here's how to create a durable picnic table that will serve as a gathering spot for family meals and outdoor entertaining for years.
How to Build a Perfect Outdoor Bench From Dining Chairs
In this guide, we walk you through how to transform a pair of vintage chairs into an outdoor bench that can be enjoyed for years to come.
Entryway Benches
Whether you have a full-on mudroom or want to dedicate a section of wall to act as one, a seat with storage is a by-the-door essential
How to Paint Brick, MDF, Metal, and Plastic
Learn the essentials for painting tricky household materials, from metal to MDF and even plastic. A little prep work and primer will help.
What you need to know to build a three-tiered side table
Follow our step-by-step guide to build a customizable three-tiered side table that doubles as storage and a unique piece of home decor.
27 Ways To Build Your Own Bedroom Furniture
Explore various creative ways to add style and functionality to your bedroom with homemade furniture and accessories.
What You Need to Know to Build a Perfect Ladder Bookshelf
Assemble a custom-made ladder bookshelf that's perfect for any reader. Modify the height and width to vary your shelf space.
All About Window Seats
Turn unused space around the house into extra seating and storage with a minimum of carpentry—and get a snug, homey haven for daydreaming, reading, even napping
How To Faux-Age Painted Wood Furniture in Your Home
Learn how to create a beautiful, time-worn effect on any new or old wood piece by simply painting and sanding.
How To Build a Storage Ottoman: A Step-by-Step Guide
Ottomans combine utility with comfort. This article explains everything you need to know about building ottomans.
How to Build a Display Coffee Table from a Salvaged Cabinet Door
Are you into upcycling and want to create a stylish centerpiece for your living room? Read on to learn how to turn a cabinet into a table.
How to Build a Storage Bed
Watch this video and read our guide on how to build a storage bed that contains 23 cubic feet of storage and no room for dust bunnies.
How To Build a Classic Westport Chair
In this guide, we provide step-by-step instructions on how to create your very own Westport chair for a rustic, comfortable outdoor seat.
How To Trim Out a Plain Table to Add Charm and Appeal
Follow these steps to turn a plain table into a sophisticated statement piece by adding a decorative table trim.
How to Build a Table from Salvaged Beams for Your Home
The massive size of reclaimed beams makes them ideal for a communal dining table. Learn how to build your own in this DIY guide.
How to Make a DIY Upholstered Headboard
Do you love the look of an upholstered headboard? Here's how to make a DIY fabric headboard and increase the coziness factor of your bed.
How To Build a Hairpin-Leg Coffee Table in Simple to Follow Steps
This DIY project blends rustic wood with industrial metal. Follow these steps to build your own hairpin-leg coffee table.
A Warm, Welcoming Dining Space for $1,474
A blank box becomes an inviting gathering spot with new paint, molding, trim, and furniture
How To Create Paint-Spattered Furniture for Your Home
Read our guide to learn how to use the fun art of paint-spattering to revive tired, old furniture and give it a fresh look.
How to Make a Desk With Storage Cubbies for Your Home
Learn how to use stock materials and a cabinet to build a nifty desk with storage cubbies for your home office or den.
How To Create a Herringbone Pattern Tabletop for Your Home
Learn how to transform an old, tired surface with glaze, tape, and a toothy tool to make an elegant herringbone pattern.
From Trash to Furniture Treasures
TOH reader Cheryl Demartini shares how she turns salvaged doors, barn boards, and hardware into one-of-a-kind furnishings
How To Paint a Crackle Finish on Furniture
Want the look of vintage furniture without the wait? Learn how to age furniture with crackle-finish paint in our guide.
How To Turn an Interior Door Into a Headboard
Repurpose a paneled beauty for a bit of classic master bedroom adornment. This article explains how to turn an interior door into a headboard.
How To Build a Cocktail Hutch
Learn how to turn a plain pine cabinet into a sophisticated vertical bar by adding crown molding and custom rack assemblies.
How To Build a Classic Storage Chest
You can use a classic storage chest for many items, from clothes and books to art materials. Learn how to build one in this guide.