Those plain old closet doors can be way more than a dusty “before” photo waiting to happen. Folding Room Divider Screen Turn old louvered closet doors into a chic folding screen to hide clutter in minutes. I’ve hinged three old louvered closet doors together to make a room divider that folds up when you don’t need it. It’s my go-to move for hiding a messy corner or carving out a little work nook in a…
A cluttered workbench is a joy-stealer—I’ve absolutely burned an hour hunting for a tape measure that was sitting under a rag and a pile of offcuts. Bench-Side Storage Slots Bench-side storage slots keep flat tools upright, visible, and out of the shavings. Screwing a few simple holders to the side of the workbench gave me perfect vertical storage for speed squares, rulers, and sanding blocks. I did this after realizing those flat tools always end…
A pallet bed is one of my favorite ways to turn rough, overlooked wood into something you’ll actually look forward to crawling into at night. With a little sanding and a few smart design choices, you can go from basic and rustic to seriously styled without spending a fortune. Cozy Boho Pallet Bed With String Lights Cozy boho pallet bed idea: warm string lights behind the headboard for instant glow. I’ve stapled soft string lights…
A finished staircase can turn a plain hallway into a total showpiece with just a few smart upgrades. I’ve worked on enough stair makeovers to know the magic is in the details—wood tones, clean paint lines, and a finish that can actually handle real life. Wall Paneling Along the Staircase Vertical wall paneling beside a finished staircase adds custom charm—clean, bright, and timeless. Adding wainscoting or vertical paneling beside a finished staircase makes it feel…
A good DIY Murphy desk is basically a little magic trick: it looks like a tidy cabinet on the wall, then flips down into a real workspace when you need it. I’ve built a bunch in my shop, and once you see how much floor space you get back, it’s hard not to want one in every room. Pegboard Interior Murphy Desk Organizer Flip down, hook up—this pegboard Murphy desk hides clutter and keeps craft…
There’s something seriously satisfying about burnt wood—that high-contrast look makes even simple pieces feel special and a little rustic-luxe. Burned-And-Stitched Wall Hanging Burnt wood botanicals + delicate stitching—Scandi minimal wall art with a soft boho twist. One of my favorite “wait, how did you do that?” pieces is burnt wood line art paired with stitched thread through tiny drilled holes. I’ve tried it with botanical outlines, and mixing pyrography and stitching makes the design feel…
A stair rail is one of those everyday details you touch a dozen times without realizing it—so it deserves to look good and feel solid. I’ve rebuilt, refinished, and totally reinvented more handrails than I can count, and these ideas are the ones that always make a staircase feel fresh. Classic Wood Balusters and a Stained Handrail Timeless stair update: classic wood balusters paired with a rich, durable stained handrail. When I want a timeless…
An interior railing can totally change the vibe of your staircase or loft—sometimes more than the floors or paint color. I’ve built and rebuilt plenty of them in my shop, and the right mix of wood, metal, and texture always makes the whole space feel intentional. Classic Wood Balusters and Stained Handrail Timeless wood balusters with a warm stained handrail—cozy, classic, and beautifully refined. When I want that timeless look, I stick with simple wood…
Stairs get walked on all day, but the side walls and edges are where the real style payoff can happen. Extra-Tall Baseboard at the Landing Extra-tall baseboards at the landing make stair trim look intentional, clean, and high-end. On landings, I’ve swapped in taller baseboards so the stair trim doesn’t look skimpy next to the open wall. That little height change makes the whole staircase trim plan feel more high-end. Consider these options: Primed High-Profile…
A staircase can be way more than a path from one floor to the next—it can be the detail that makes your whole home feel intentional. These are my favorite creative stair ideas I’ve used (and taught) over the years, starting with the classics and ending with the real showstoppers. Decorative Tile Inset on Each Riser Rustic oak tread + bold patterned tile riser for an instant handcrafted stair wow moment. Adding patterned tile to…
