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We are a husband-and-wife reno team focused on practical, stylish upgrades that improve everyday living and reduce waste. Our blend of build skills and design sense helps us plan, demo, and finish spaces that feel good and last.

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The Latest
- Transform Old Furniture with Spray Paint: Our Guide
- How a New Paint Color Changed Our Entire Space
- Painter’s Tape Tricks That Make Painting Faster and Cleaner
- Painting Prep: Tools That Make a Big Difference
- The Best Tools and Techniques for Painting Walls
- From Swatch to Wall: Choosing Paint Colors You’ll Love
Top 10 projects
- How to Plant Flowers That Thrive All Season
- Easy Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Vegetable Garden
- Trimming Hedges Like a Pro: What We Learned
- Transform Your Backyard with a DIY Fire Pit
- How We Transformed Our Lawn from Patchy to Plush
- How to Start Your Own Raised Garden Box
- Step-by-Step: Making a Rustic Blanket Ladder at Home
- Wood Stain Guide: From Light to Dark Finishes
- Entryway Upgrade: Our Favorite DIY Coat Hanger
- Why Clamps Are a Woodworker’s Best Friend

how to make
wooden garden boxes
These will save you a ton of money by growing your own organic veggies and herbs!
Painting
- Transform Old Furniture with Spray Paint: Our Guide
- How a New Paint Color Changed Our Entire Space
- Painter’s Tape Tricks That Make Painting Faster and Cleaner
- Painting Prep: Tools That Make a Big Difference
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Home Improvement
- How We Built Our Workshop with Just These Tools
- DIY Mirror Frame That Looks High-End (But Wasn’t)
- Sliding Barn Door Upgrade That Instantly Added Character
- Our Budget-Friendly DIY Bathroom Makeover Reveal
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