Modern Deck Makeover - The cooler Fall temps makes this a perfect end of summer project. A few years ago we applied Behr DeckOver to our deck. This led to nothing but problems. :( Not trying to trash talk Behr products...I LOVE their paint and use it all the time. However, when it comes to this particular product, after a harsh Indiana winter, I was not a fan. :( But apparently, I didn't learn ... continue reading...
Modern Deck Makeover With SuperDeck
The Cheapest Way to Make a Flower Box
A flower box! The easiest, cheapest way to add curb appeal! And just in time for Fall Decor!! Off to the Country Living Fair this weekend, but first another great outdoor post...just in time for Fall!! If you read my previous post, you saw that we did a complete makeover on our home exterior this summer. Of course, this inspired some building projects for me...the wheels are always turning! :) I ... continue reading...
Modern Outdoor Chairs-Easy to Build and Affordable
Modern outdoor chairs! Easy to build, affordable and just in time for Fall!! And all of the pleasant outdoor weather. I built my first chairs!! Modern outdoor chairs! I've built tables, desks, locker systems, tackled total room makeovers...but never have I ever, built a chair!! For some reason, those looked really hard to me. Not sure why, because it was the easiest thing EVER!! That's why I'm ... continue reading...
How to Limewash Brick Exterior-A Complete Makeover
A WHOLE NEW EXTERIOR MAKEOVER WITH CLASSICO AVORIO LIMEWASH AND FRESHLY UPDATED PAINT COLORS Every house that I drive by now I think, That house would look AMAZING with limewash brick!! What a super easy way to update the exterior of your home! After 5+ years of orange, brown and cream, I was ready for a change. Who wouldn't be with those colors!? Crazy that I LOVED the look of the exterior of ... continue reading...
How to Build Board & Batten Craftsman Shutters
Board & Batten Craftsman Shutters--So Simple to Build I'm sharing a really simple project today. One that can add affordable value and curb appeal to your home. Last summer, my mom asked me to make her some craftsman shutters for her front windows. She was ready to get rid of her plastic builder's grade shutters and wanted something more modern. So, off to Home Depot I went to buy some real ... continue reading...
Craftsman Garage Doors-Get the Look Without All the Costs
GARAGE DOORS MAKEOVER About six years ago we did a garage door makeover. And today, I am still loving it! It was a simple, timeless change that has held up so well. And might I also mention, much cheaper than purchasing all new garage doors....especially considering our garage doors were not in need of replacement. I absolutely love everything craftsman. But back when our home was built, 15 ... continue reading...
How to Build a Fireplace Surround Covering Tile
Fireplace makeover-Phase three: An easy to follow, DIY tutorial on how to build a fireplace surround. I saved the best for last. My favorite part of the Fireplace Makeover was covering up that dated, ugly tile. I purposely saved this step as a grand finale to myself! After all, that tile is the primary reason I have wanted (since we moved into this house 12 years ago) to update our fireplace. I ... continue reading...
