Many readers have asked for tips to make installing IKEA kitchen cabinets go more smoothly. After installing multiple kitchens over the past few years, we’ve learned a lot about what speeds up the process and improves the final result. Below are twenty practical tools and tips that can make a real difference. We’re fans of … Read more

Our ongoing indecision about where to place a permanent vegetable and herb garden at the new house meant we missed the ideal spring planting window (you can see our previous edible gardens on the blog). Still, we wanted to grow something this year, so we came up with a temporary solution: a galvanized tub turned … Read more

It’s no secret we love a dark, dated room transformed into a bright, airy space. During the summer months, a coastal, beach-inspired look feels just right—exactly the direction Jessica took with help from our friend Rhoda. Read her story below: We finally finished our family room makeover. It felt like this room was a forever … Read more

Your search for the show notes for Episode #12 of Young House Love Has A Podcast has a happy ending. If your relationship with area rugs is “it’s complicated,” this episode is for you. We walk through five straightforward rug rules to help you choose the right size, shape, and style, and decide what to … Read more

We were thrilled to be featured in The Washington Post this morning for our custom mood board services—perfect timing as we celebrate our blogiversary! While we’ve been mentioned in The Post’s “Blog Watch” before, this is our first full feature, and we couldn’t be more excited to share the news. If you’d like to read … Read more

Waste not, want not. That was my approach when I decided to use up the remaining oil-rubbed bronze spray paint from a previous project. I turned my attention to the mismatched patio furniture we inherited from the previous owners — a set that had seen better days. I usually reach for white paint — there’s … Read more

If the “Back to School” season has you missing long summer days, how about a $500 Target gift to brighten your mood? Coupons.com is sponsoring this giveaway, offering a wide selection of coupons—online, mobile, and printable—for thousands of retailers and products. Whether you’re shopping for school supplies or refreshing your home, these savings can help … Read more

When Michelle sent over her furniture makeover photos, we had to share the stunning before-and-after results. Here’s the note she included: About a month ago I found your site by accident and completely fell in love with it! You even inspired me to start my own blog. I could go on and on, but I … Read more

Here’s the much-requested roundup of our favorite DIY tools for anyone asking Santa for something tool-related this year, or for those trying to pick a gift for a handy friend or family member. None of the items below paid or perked us for mention — they’re simply the tools we use and recommend. Let’s dive … Read more

Coming off our own adventures in stencil land, we had to share this note from Ginny, who stenciled her dining nook earlier this year. Her results are dramatic — the patterned wall transformed an ordinary corner into a true dining area. Here’s Ginny’s account of the makeover: I wanted to create a dining corner in … Read more