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I Built a DIY Floating TV Stand (And Only Cried Twice)

Thinking of building a DIY floating TV stand? From hiding cords to finding the right anchors, here is the honest truth about making your own media console.

My $40 DIY TV Shelf Looks Better Than My Old $400 Console

Thinking about ditching bulky furniture? Here is exactly how my weekend DIY TV shelf project saved me hundreds of dollars and upgraded my living room.

Stop Blinding Your Guests: The Right Way to Do Glass Shelf LED

Tired of visible wires and harsh glare? Here is exactly how to upgrade your basic glass shelf LED setup to achieve a soft, custom, high-end glow.

I Built an Entertainment Center Closet to Hide My Awkward TV

Tired of staring at a giant black screen from your bed? Here is exactly how I built a custom entertainment center closet to hide my TV and save real space.

How I Faked Custom Built-Ins With LED Shelf Lighting

Want to make a basic flat-pack bookcase look like expensive custom millwork? Here is the exact LED shelf lighting trick I used to elevate my living room.

I Finally Nailed My Bookshelves Lighting (No Electrician Needed)

Struggling with bad bookshelves lighting? I tested everything from battery pucks to plug-in strips to find the best bookcase lights that won't look cheap.

I Built DIY TV Wall Shelves (And Made Every Rookie Mistake)

Thinking of building DIY TV wall shelves this weekend? Before you hit the hardware store, read my honest breakdown of the hidden costs and rookie mistakes.

The Messy Reality of Tackling a Custom TV Build Out

Thinking about a custom tv build out? Here is the honest truth about how to build a tv wall unit, the DIY tv wall plans you need, and what it really costs.

I Skipped Custom for a Bathroom Vanity Cabinet Lowes Kept in Stock

Stop overthinking your remodel. Here is exactly how an in-stock bathroom vanity cabinet lowes had on the shelf saved my sanity, budget, and project timeline.

I Built a DIY Trophy Case That Doesn't Look Like a High School Gym

Tired of storing kids' medals in plastic bins? I finally decided to build a diy trophy case that looks chic and actually fits our living room aesthetic.

I Tested Every Cabinet Paint at Lowes (And One Failed)

Thinking about a DIY kitchen upgrade? Before you grab a brush, read my honest review of the most popular cabinet paint at Lowes and find out which one lasts.