78 How-Tos From Wasted Spaces

1. 21. How to Install a Kitchen Bar

   

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   Add some storage to a kitchen without taking up a lot of space. Learn how to install a kitchen bar and storage space.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

2. 22. How to Create a Swing-Out Sofa

   

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   In a tight attic, adding furniture can seem impossible. But with a little help, this homeowner installs a sofa that goes into the wall ...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 23. How to Finish Attic Walls and Ceilings

   

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   In a tight attic space, finishing the walls and ceiling is especially important. Learn how to finish an attic's walls and ceiling with ...

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

4. 24. How to Demolish and Repair Drywall

   

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   Learn how to safely demolish and repair drywall with these easy steps.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

5. 25. How to Install Window Film

   

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   Add privacy to your home by adhering film on your window. Learn how to install window film with these easy step-by-step instructions.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

6. 26. How to Build a Kitchen Bar

   

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   Add storage and counter space; without a wall.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

7. 27. How to Build a Laundry Sorter

   

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   Closet organization is a constant struggle. Adding a laundry sorter can help tame closet chaos. Learn how to make a laundry sorter in a...

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

8. 28. How to Level a Floor

   

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   Old rooms can have uneven floors. Luckily leveling the floor is an easy process. Learn how to level an uneven floor with these step-by...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

9. 29. How to Put Together Carpet Tiles

   

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   Adding carpet to a room can be an expensive task that seems like it requires professional assistance, but anyone can do it using carpet...

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

10. 30. How to Create Hidden Floor Storage

    

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    In-floor cubbies add secret storage to a room. These floor boxes offer a perfect location to hide valuables you might not want everyone...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $100 to $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate