House One How To & DIY

Maximize your storage space by building upper cabinet boxes to extend your existing cabinets. Learn how to do this in our step-by-step guide.

Adhesive tile mats allow homeowners to dramatically transform their kitchens without the hassle of grout. Read how to install your own backsplash in our step-by-step guide.

Adding corner cabinets to your kitchen can give the space valuable storage and create a custom look. Read how to construct your own in our step-by-step guide.

Learn how to build custom floating shelves for your pantry in this handy guide from House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse.

Picture-frame TVs can be expensive. Learn how to build your own DIY decorative TV frame for a fraction of the cost.

A shaker dining bench can add style and extra seating to your dining room. Read how to construct your own in our step-by-step guide.

Learn how to build a handsome three-seater outdoor sofa for your home from 2-by-4 boards in this guide from DIY expert Jenn Largesse.

House One editor and This Old House DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build a sleek three-legged lamp from stock parts and basic tools.

This Old House DIY expert and House One editor Jenn Largesse shares how to put together a sturdy bedside table using a simplified joinery technique.

House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse shows how to build a weatherproof lounge chair from composite deck boards.

Bring shade and style to any backyard with a pergola kit. Here’s how to assemble it.

A trough shelf is a great place to store extra paint cans and supplies in your garage or workshop. This video shows you how to make one.

Do you have an awkward space near your staircase or entryway that could use some storage? Watch as House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse builds a simple corner bench with storage near her stairs.

Follow along as DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how you can build a functional garden hose box out of cedar. with a built-in reel.

DIY expert Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to make a wall-hung planter using vinyl plank flooring and a piece of plywood.

House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build a sturdy cedar seat that keeps firewood close.

Using pocket-hole joinery and plywood, DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how she built a console cabinet on a budget.

Whether you’re creating an actual chalkboard or just enjoy a dark matte finish, here’s what you need to know to apply chalkboard paint.

Learn the steps to whitewash wood and give your old furniture a new, charming look with this simple yet effective technique.

Need to remove your existing baseboards? Follow these steps to easily remove them without damaging your wall or flooring.

You can build your own handy organizer for your entry way with stock lumber, glue, and just a few other materials. Read our step-by-step guide below.

Want to save time and money when painting bare wood? House One’s Jenn Largesse shares her process for getting the best wood painting results.

Learn how to create a double-sided sign to decorate your front porch for holidays or year-round. Jenn Largesse demonstrates in this video.

Embellishing an embroidery hoop is an easy and inexpensive way to create a modern and beautiful wreath for just a few dollars. Watch this tutorial from House One’s Jenn Largesse to learn how to make your own hoop wreath.

Adding a wood stain gives your project the warm finish you’re looking for. Watch this video and follow the guide to learn how to stain wood.

House One’s Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to build a very simple, but stylish porch swing.

In this guide, DIY expert Jenn Largesse demonstrates the best and easiest way to hang a curtain rod in your home.

Learn how to finish plywood edges in our step-by-step guide. You can consider applying wood filler, attaching a face board, or applying edge banding.

Watch House One editor Jenn Largesse demonstrate three easy ways to make multiple cuts using a miter saw.

The beauty of a wall-sized frame lies in its flexibility and ease of construction. Find out how to build your own at this link.

Read our step-by-step guide on how to build an outdoor AC cover that conceals and protects your unit.

A leaning ladder bookcase adds a cool, functional aesthetic to your home, and you can DIY one for a fraction of what you’d pay at the store.