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How to Hire Great Contractors and the Questions You Need to Ask

October 2, 2020 Brittany Bailey 4 Comments

How to Hire Great Contractors and Questions You Need to Ask Hiring a great contractor can be a tough task. The actual experience can be so paralyzing that some people ultimately give up on their dreams of a renovated space. I have a good friend who felt completely overwhelmed by … [Read more...]

Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Maintenance, renovation

A Surprise Bathroom Makeover for Under $500

September 5, 2020 Brittany Bailey 39 Comments

Ever want to surprise your spouse with a budget-friendly master bathroom makeover for under $500? You won't believe this before and after transformation my friend Beth and I pulled off over a weekend. A Surprise Bathroom Makeover Under $500 My friends at GREAT STUFF™ sponsored … [Read more...]

bathroom, Before and After, renovation

How to Get Rid of Wallpaper (Remove It or Paint It)

August 17, 2020 Brittany Bailey 4 Comments

Whether you have pre-primed walls or the wallpaper is glued directly to the wallboard, I have the easiest and best-looking ways to get rid of wallpaper! Save yourself time and a headache with my tips to get rid of wallpaper. How to Get Rid of Wallpaper (Remove It or Paint … [Read more...]

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Millie’s Remodel: Drywall Update & Critters

June 5, 2020 Brittany Bailey Leave a Comment

I know you've all been patiently awaiting another Millie's Remodel update and today I have just that for you! Come see the drywall installation (one of my favorite phases in construction) and find out how I'm dealing with critters in the attic. Millie's Remodel: Drywall & … [Read more...]

drywall repair, Millie's Remodel, renovation

11 Must See Tips for Professional Looking Tile Floors

April 24, 2020 Brittany Bailey 4 Comments

If you want professional-looking tile floors (regardless if you want to do it yourself or hire someone), you must read this article to find out what tiles to buy, how to avoid cracked tiles, and risk a finished tile floor that is less than professional-looking. 11 Must-See Tips … [Read more...]

DIY, Millie's Remodel, renovation, Tile

Tips & Tricks to Self-Level a Floor at Millie’s Remodel

February 21, 2020 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

After demolition, I realized several water leaks left some low spots in the kitchen floor at Millie's Remodel.  Today I’m going show you how to use self-leveler to fix a sagging floor.  I’ll also show you a few tools you’ll find helpful when pouring self leveler. Tips & … [Read more...]

Build It, Millie's Remodel, renovation, repair

Habitat for Humanity Bathroom Renovations in a Weekend

July 12, 2019 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

We recently completed Habitat for Humanity Bathroom Renovations in a Weekend. I don’t usually work for others, but when the executives at my local Habitat for Humanity office asked me to come in and take a look at their dated bathrooms, I said I could. But, I quickly stated I … [Read more...]

bathroom, Before and After, ReNew, renovation, Video

How to Install Privacy Film on Windows

April 29, 2019 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

How to Install Privacy Film on Windows Do you have a window in your house that puts you on full display? Or maybe your neighbor’s house is very close to your’s and you feel like they can see in your window (especially a bathroom or bedroom window.) Sure you can add curtains or … [Read more...]

Before and After, DIY, ReNew, renovation, Saving Etta, Video

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How and Why You Should Install a Smart Lock on Your Door

March 22, 2019 Brittany Bailey 9 Comments

How and Why You Should Install a Smart Lock on Your Door Smart locks have been around for a while, but I've been slow to jump on the bandwagon and install a smart lock. I worried they might be tricky to install and had heard stories of the technology being glitchy (although I … [Read more...]

Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Decor, renovation

Saving Etta: The Long Awaited Kitchen Reveal

February 22, 2019 Brittany Bailey 15 Comments

Saving Etta: The Long Awaited Kitchen Reveal Thank you all so much for your patience with me as I put together the final Saving Etta updates. I have more to come, but for now I know you're anxious to see the Saving Etta kitchen reveal. Get settled down with a nice cup of coffee … [Read more...]

Decorating, kitchen, Kitchen Renovation, renovation, Saving Etta

Saving Etta: Installing the Tile Backsplash & a Mistake I’ll Never Make Again

February 18, 2019 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

Saving Etta: Installing the Tile Backsplash & a Mistake I'll Never Make Again Last week you got to see how the range hood was installed (and how I averted disaster during the installation.) Today I'm sharing more kitchen updates. We're going to dive into tiling a backsplash … [Read more...]

renovation, Saving Etta, Tile

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How to Install Cement Tiles and Achieve Professional Results

January 28, 2019 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

How to Install Cement Tiles and Achieve Professional Results If you've been browsing Pinterest lately or flipping through the pages of your favorite home design magazine, you've probably seen (and likely fallen in love with) real cement tiles. Cement tiles are trending, so much … [Read more...]

Before and After, Decorating, DIY, Home Decor, Kitchen Renovation, laundry room, renovation, Saving Etta, Video

How to Install a New Window

How to Install a New Window

August 27, 2018 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

Installing new windows on your home isn’t rocket science, but it is recommended that you have some construction experience before tackling this project. If you have the skills, the install should only take an hour or less. Today I'll show you How to Install a New Construction … [Read more...]

Build It, Home & Auto Maintenance, renovation, Saving Etta

How to Tile a Fireplace

December 22, 2017 Sarah Home 5 Comments

How to Tile a Fireplace Hello Pretty Handy Girl Readers! Sarah here from The Created Home. Today I'm sharing how you can update and customize your fireplace by doing your own tile work. Don't be intimidated, tiling is actually quite accessible for DIYers, and once you get the … [Read more...]

Before and After, Build It, decor, Decorating, ReNew, renovation

Faking Wall-to-Wall Carpet with an Area Rug | Pretty Handy Girl

Faking Wall-to-Wall Carpet with an Area Rug

February 15, 2016 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

The closet renovation is coming along nicely, even though I've only been able to work on it in fits and starts. After I added a new light switch for the closet, I added any missing insulation. Then I filled any and all gaps with Great Stuff. This closet had always been very cold … [Read more...]

Closet renovation, decor, flooring, Home Decor, Kids Room, reading nook, renovation, Tutorial

Refinishing a Mid-Century Sideboard

September 21, 2015 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

Have you ever turned down a piece of furniture that looks ruined? Aha, today's rocker is Emily and she has the superpower to make furniture look brand new again!  On the Rockstar DIY stage today is a performance you won't forget. Emily will single-handedly take you through the … [Read more...]

Before and After, Furniture, Guests, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Decor, ReNew, renovation, repair, sander

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