Living Room How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our living room step-by-step tips & ideas.
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How To Clean Throw Pillows
Throw pillows get a lot of use—and you may not be cleaning them as often as you should. Here’s how to clean them so they look as good as new.
How To Build a Round, Tufted Storage Ottoman (Part 1)
Learn how to build a frame for a round, tufted storage ottoman in the first part of this two-part project from DIY expert Jenn Largesse.
How to Build Floating Shelves
There are a lot of ways to hang a shelf, but the appeal of floating shelves is that there’s no hardware visible above or below the shelf. Watch this video and follow these steps for building your own DIY floating shelf.
How To Turn a Wood Slab Into a Table
Rustic wood meets modern metal to create this striking piece of furniture. We show you how to make a live-edge console table of your own.
How to Wire for a New Ceiling Light
Ask This Old House electrician Scott Caron installs a new switch and ceiling fixture for a homeowner
How to Make an Ocean Epoxy Table
Want to bring the beach indoors? Here’s how to make an ocean table with concrete and epoxy resin step by step.
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.
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 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.
How to Install Carpet
In this guide, we walk you through every step on installing carpet, from padding to trimming the edges to seaming adjoining pieces.
How To Build a Custom Entertainment Center
Get your media center organized with a custom-built storage unit
How To Install Wall-to-Wall Carpeting
Learn how to install wall-to-wall carpet with expert tips on prepping, cutting, stretching, and securing for a smooth, professional finish.
S15 E2: Sheep-shearing Coffee Table
Made of recycled pine, this unusual coffee table is easy to make and comes with a good stor