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From repainting the bedroom walls and putting up new shelves in the kitchen to replacing light fixtures and outlets, our busy lifestyles often keep us away from renovating our homes.

But DIY projects can really elevate our living spaces, and either allow us to fall back in love with them or increase their value before a sale.

So let's take a look at this subreddit to see what can be achieved. Dedicated to "real people [and] real rooms,” it features only original content, photographed and submitted by the actual inhabitants themselves.

#1

Now And Then Of Our Living Room In A Small Victorian Terrace. Bristol UK

Now And Then Of Our Living Room In A Small Victorian Terrace. Bristol UK

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    #2

    Before And After Living And Dining Room - Germany

    Before And After Living And Dining Room - Germany

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    #3

    Kitchen Renovation Done After 13+ Months

    Kitchen Renovation Done After 13+ Months

    AnnesMan Report

    Elita One
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay but why do green kitchens always look so good? Seriously love them.

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    #4

    Attic Remodel, Finally Done

    Attic Remodel, Finally Done

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    #5

    My First Project: Basement Kitchen Overhaul In An 18th Century Townhouse (Weymouth, UK) ...bringing Back Some Character!

    My First Project: Basement Kitchen Overhaul In An 18th Century Townhouse (Weymouth, UK) ...bringing Back Some Character!

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    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh...I love this one! I love historic architecture, and especially love it when people do renovations that preserve and enhance original architecture. That stove area is amazing.

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    #6

    Edwardian 1903 Terrace In The UK. Living Room Before And After

    Edwardian 1903 Terrace In The UK. Living Room Before And After

    100wine Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love rich, saturated color and this after photo is beautiful. Velvety textiles, antique leather chair, dramatic light fixture, moody walls...yes please.

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    #7

    Home Office, Southern Ohio (Before & After)

    Home Office, Southern Ohio (Before & After)

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    Vasha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how the glass bookcases reflect the windows and visually increase room size

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    #8

    Before And After: The Kitchen Of My Condo Remodel In Stockholm, Sweden

    Before And After: The Kitchen Of My Condo Remodel In Stockholm, Sweden

    sortofyoung Report

    Id row
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are all the after pics an institution shade of green?

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    #9

    I Was Out Of Town Working For 2 Weeks And My Wife Surprised Me With A Low Budget Renovation Of Our Basement Bathroom!

    I Was Out Of Town Working For 2 Weeks And My Wife Surprised Me With A Low Budget Renovation Of Our Basement Bathroom!

    highvolkage Report

    Dani M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that´s a lovely surprise to come home to!

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    #10

    Before And After Of My San Francisco Kitchen!

    Before And After Of My San Francisco Kitchen!

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    #11

    Earthy Sunroom In Our 1927 Home. Great Falls Mt

    Earthy Sunroom In Our 1927 Home. Great Falls Mt

    banana-montana- Report

    Sharon Jackson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lovely but I do not consider this a renovation. New carpet, new sofa, add plants. But not a reno.

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    #12

    Full Bathroom Renovation (Swipe For Before!) [kent, UK]

    Full Bathroom Renovation (Swipe For Before!) [kent, UK]

    mightypenguin66 Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is beautiful, but I'd feel compelled to constantly keep that shower enclosure sparkling clean.

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    #13

    Laundry. Brisbane Australia

    Laundry. Brisbane Australia

    queerasqueercanbe Report

    Rider
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love this. I would never have given up that sink though.

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    #14

    Finished In Time For School, My Daughter’s Room In Bethlehem, Pa

    Finished In Time For School, My Daughter’s Room In Bethlehem, Pa

    PnutStudio Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that's a bright, cheerful makeover!

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    #15

    Converted Our Tiny Third Bedroom Into Our Upstairs Bathroom. Bristol UK

    Converted Our Tiny Third Bedroom Into Our Upstairs Bathroom. Bristol UK

    jwilkosteel Report

    sky
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    idk i have this weird feeling that this picture has been stolen cause its the excact same thing a few pictures up.

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    #16

    Our Nursery (Prior To Baby Chaos). New Orleans, La

    Our Nursery (Prior To Baby Chaos). New Orleans, La

    bayougirl Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's incredible how adding architectural details can enhance a room. That wainscoting changes the entire room.

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    #17

    Master Bathroom DIY Upgrades - Indianapolis

    Master Bathroom DIY Upgrades - Indianapolis

    Pedestrian454 Report

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    #18

    Connecticut Kitchen Remodel

    Connecticut Kitchen Remodel

    Starbudds Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awww, I love it that kitty has a window seat.

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    #19

    Our New Bathroom! Slide For Before Photos. Rural Southern Minnesota

    Our New Bathroom! Slide For Before Photos. Rural Southern Minnesota

    tgag10 Report

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What...is that a slanted wall? What a weird room.

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    #20

    2 Years Of Dust, Noise And More Dust And Things Are Finally Starting To Look And Feel Like A Home

    2 Years Of Dust, Noise And More Dust And Things Are Finally Starting To Look And Feel Like A Home

    SoulStone1986 Report

    troufaki13
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ιt's too dark for my taste, but if it works for you, great! :)

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    #21

    From Old To New. A Peek Into Our British Victorian Living Room Being Brought Back To Life. Circa 1886

    From Old To New. A Peek Into Our British Victorian Living Room Being Brought Back To Life. Circa 1886

    samualord Report

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    #22

    My Earthy Home Office. Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

    My Earthy Home Office. Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

    leeanneloveshfx Report

    Carole Petricek
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the color of the cabinets. It's not grey and it's not green.

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    #23

    Shower- After/Before -Seattle Wa

    Shower- After/Before -Seattle Wa

    nellipalooza Report

    Michelle Carlson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the idea of a big plant in a sunny bathroom.

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    #24

    Before & After Of My Loft Bedroom

    Before & After Of My Loft Bedroom

    ongnoi Report

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    #25

    Recently Finished Our Kitchen Remodel For Under $1000 - After / Before (New Hampshire)

    Recently Finished Our Kitchen Remodel For Under $1000 - After / Before (New Hampshire)

    averagejimz Report

    The Person
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the mix of the white, the warm wood tones, and the cool colors of the cabinents.

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    #26

    My Bedroom Decorating Journey. Near Sacramento, Ca

    My Bedroom Decorating Journey. Near Sacramento, Ca

    harryjsadcliffe Report

    #27

    Kitchenbefore & After - Finally Remodeled Our Kitchen In Grand Rapids, Mi

    Kitchenbefore & After - Finally Remodeled Our Kitchen In Grand Rapids, Mi

    boozingrooney Report

    Dani M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ooooo bright and airy. love the window seat

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    #28

    Primary Closet Remodel - Vernon, Nj

    Primary Closet Remodel - Vernon, Nj

    njaudi7 Report

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    #29

    Renovated Master Bath In 1930s Home (Texas)

    Renovated Master Bath In 1930s Home (Texas)

    justsumdudde Report

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    #30

    Galley Kitchen Remodel, Portland Or. (Before Pic At The End)

    Galley Kitchen Remodel, Portland Or. (Before Pic At The End)

    PetuniaSlamdance Report

    #31

    Home Renovation In Ma, Before And After

    Home Renovation In Ma, Before And After

    tdangere Report

    Jackie Lulu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those glass doors make a big difference! Love it.

    #32

    Before And After Kitchen In New Hampshire

    Before And After Kitchen In New Hampshire

    Bigroarer Report

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    #33

    Before/ After- Our Iowa Living Room

    Before/ After- Our Iowa Living Room

    purpgold32 Report

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    #34

    From The Moment I Saw This Odd, Off-Center Hallway In My 1880 Bungalow, I Knew It Was Meant To Become A Library. Before -> During -> After!

    From The Moment I Saw This Odd, Off-Center Hallway In My 1880 Bungalow, I Knew It Was Meant To Become A Library. Before -> During -> After!

    AmbitiousBookmark Report

    #35

    Cleveland, Ohio. Living Room Before And After

    Cleveland, Ohio. Living Room Before And After

    Thefmark Report

    #36

    Arizona Ranch Kitchen Remodel & Buildout (Phx)

    Arizona Ranch Kitchen Remodel & Buildout (Phx)

    IndefatigableOne Report

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    #37

    Master Bathroom Before And After In Wilmington, Nc

    Master Bathroom Before And After In Wilmington, Nc

    mightyminibar Report

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    #38

    Before And After Kitchen In Virginia

    Before And After Kitchen In Virginia

    spodinielri0 Report

    #39

    Dedicated A Day To Redoing An Old Unused Bedroom At My Mom’s House. Now I Can Happily Sleep Over When I Visit! Boston, Ma

    Dedicated A Day To Redoing An Old Unused Bedroom At My Mom’s House. Now I Can Happily Sleep Over When I Visit! Boston, Ma

    jepppej Report

    #40

    Before/After/After

    Before/After/After

    gmmosh Report

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    #41

    Guest Room | Nj

    Guest Room | Nj

    Pretty-Honeydew-2266 Report

    Dani M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I still think it´s wild to just have an extra room for guests, or work or anything.

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    #42

    Southern California Living Room Transformation [before/After]

    Southern California Living Room Transformation [before/After]

    ubetart Report

    #43

    Renovated My Cramped Master Bath In Stamford, Vt

    Renovated My Cramped Master Bath In Stamford, Vt

    belleandherbeast Report

    Vasha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks great, and you got and additional sink out of the deal!

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    #44

    Kitchen Before/After

    Kitchen Before/After

    utterperusal Report

    Jackie Lulu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aren't you glad those tiled countertops are gone!

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    #45

    Introvert Den Near Portland, Maine, USA. Designed And Built By Me

    Introvert Den Near Portland, Maine, USA. Designed And Built By Me

    ANinjaForma Report

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    #46

    I Know It’s Not Perfect But I’m Very Proud Of My DIY Bathroom Remodel. (Brookhaven, Ms)

    I Know It’s Not Perfect But I’m Very Proud Of My DIY Bathroom Remodel. (Brookhaven, Ms)

    belleandherbeast Report

    Baseball is Life
    Community Member
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love it, well done!!

    #47

    Before/After Guest Bathroom, Dallas

    Before/After Guest Bathroom, Dallas

    fraidyfrank Report

    #48

    Before & Afters! Ann Arbor, Michigan

    Before & Afters! Ann Arbor, Michigan

    sparksedx Report

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    #49

    The Only Finished Room In Our London House

    The Only Finished Room In Our London House

    sallysugarspun Report

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    #50

    My Stair Refit. Before During And After. Took About Two Weeks. Toronto

    My Stair Refit. Before During And After. Took About Two Weeks. Toronto

    jaggy333 Report

    #51

    Makeover On A Budget… Did This For 1k. I Know It’s Not For Everyone But We Love It

    Makeover On A Budget… Did This For 1k. I Know It’s Not For Everyone But We Love It

    Lost-Syrup-8606 Report

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    #52

    7 Years Of Renovations Finally Completed - Sw Ohio, USA

    7 Years Of Renovations Finally Completed - Sw Ohio, USA

    highvolkage Report

    #53

    Before And After A Quick Two Day Project To Brighten Up The Living Room. Brookhaven, Mississippi

    Before And After A Quick Two Day Project To Brighten Up The Living Room. Brookhaven, Mississippi

    belleandherbeast Report

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    #54

    The Laundry Room Is The Most Under Appreciated Room ! Phoenix, Az. The Last Of Our 10 Year Remodel In The 1964 Arizona Ranch Home

    The Laundry Room Is The Most Under Appreciated Room ! Phoenix, Az. The Last Of Our 10 Year Remodel In The 1964 Arizona Ranch Home

    IndefatigableOne Report

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    #55

    Kitchen/Living Room, Ontario

    Kitchen/Living Room, Ontario

    ElMitchL Report

    Nikki Sevven
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're going to post old/new pictures, please take them from the same angle. Otherwise, they're mostly useless for comparison purposes.

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    #56

    Very Sad To Be Selling Our Home We’ve Put So Much Work Into The Last Few Years - After & Before Photos (New Hampshire)

    Very Sad To Be Selling Our Home We’ve Put So Much Work Into The Last Few Years - After & Before Photos (New Hampshire)

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    #57

    Before (Agent's Pics) & Afters Of My 18th C. Townhouse [weymouth, UK] ~ 2 Years Non-Stop Work ~ We Bid Adieu In 2 Weeks

    Before (Agent's Pics) & Afters Of My 18th C. Townhouse [weymouth, UK] ~ 2 Years Non-Stop Work ~ We Bid Adieu In 2 Weeks

    omcgoo Report

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    #58

    Living Room After/Before. Dc Metro Area

    Living Room After/Before. Dc Metro Area

    OwnDeparture6 Report

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    #59

    Before & After DIY Kitchen Makeover. California

    Before & After DIY Kitchen Makeover. California

    izzzziie Report

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tiled kitchen counters are the worst!

    #60

    My Living Room That We Renovated In The Panhandle Of Florida

    My Living Room That We Renovated In The Panhandle Of Florida

    KeepinItRelativistic Report

    #61

    A Year Later Feeling A Bit Brighter And A Lot More Like Home - Connecticut

    A Year Later Feeling A Bit Brighter And A Lot More Like Home - Connecticut

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    #62

    Nursery Accent Wall

    Nursery Accent Wall

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    #63

    Before & After Bathroom Remodel. California

    Before & After Bathroom Remodel. California

    izzzziie Report

    #64

    I Just Finished My First Kitchen Remodel. I Designed It And Did All The Work Myself. Northern Colorado

    I Just Finished My First Kitchen Remodel. I Designed It And Did All The Work Myself. Northern Colorado

    Techno_monkey1 Report

    #65

    Took Us Almost 7 Years, But We Finally Finished Decorating Our Small Living Space In Our 970 Sq Ft Bungalow. Before And Afters

    Took Us Almost 7 Years, But We Finally Finished Decorating Our Small Living Space In Our 970 Sq Ft Bungalow. Before And Afters

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    #66

    Converted Loft Space Before And After (Halifax, Canada)

    Converted Loft Space Before And After (Halifax, Canada)

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    #67

    Guest Bathroom, Colorado. “Before”photo At The End

    Guest Bathroom, Colorado. “Before”photo At The End

    driescedrat Report

    Midnightoil
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry but these dark colors make a room, especially like a dungeon.

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    #68

    Before And After Of Our Small Bathroom In Sf

    Before And After Of Our Small Bathroom In Sf

    SnailOnARampage Report

    #69

    Moved Into My First Studio! (Before/After) North Carolina

    Moved Into My First Studio! (Before/After) North Carolina

    fjs8 Report

    Midnightoil
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks great. Usually your first apt is a mis-mash of hand me downs. This looks carefully put together!

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    #70

    Guest Bedroom Renovation [after/Before] [manchester, UK]

    Guest Bedroom Renovation [after/Before] [manchester, UK]

    Gilgaland Report

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    #71

    Powder Room Before & After! A (Finally) Completed DIY Project. Charlotte, Nc

    Powder Room Before & After! A (Finally) Completed DIY Project. Charlotte, Nc

    korissa317 Report

    #72

    Living Room, Ri Painted My Ceiling

    Living Room, Ri Painted My Ceiling

    Wolverine7974 Report

    #73

    My Bedroom Before And After | Arizona

    My Bedroom Before And After | Arizona

    inS3CUR1TY Report

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    #74

    Our Living Room vs. The Listing Photos Of The Previous Homeowners (In Wa)

    Our Living Room vs. The Listing Photos Of The Previous Homeowners (In Wa)

    linstrat Report

    Midnightoil
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Much lighter energy. Please though- people, don't paint over natural brick.

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    #75

    New Jersey Bathroom Renovation

    New Jersey Bathroom Renovation

    Ok_Night4020 Report

    #76

    Kitchen Remodel, Southern UK

    Kitchen Remodel, Southern UK

    mezmerize13 Report

    #77

    Half To Full Bath Conversion - Indianapolis, In

    Half To Full Bath Conversion - Indianapolis, In

    Pedestrian454 Report

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    #78

    Painted The Kitchen This Weekend (Brattleboro, Vt)

    Painted The Kitchen This Weekend (Brattleboro, Vt)

    Mister_Crob Report

    Michelle Carlson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In about 75 years, someone will strip those cabinets and be disgusted that you painted that wood. LOL

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    #79

    Bedroom. Ontario, Canada

    Bedroom. Ontario, Canada

    bchip Report

    #80

    Budget Kitchen Renovation, After & Before (Jacksonville, Fl)

    Budget Kitchen Renovation, After & Before (Jacksonville, Fl)

    thetallestalonearth Report

    #81

    Before & After

    Before & After

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    #82

    Recently Finished Redoing Our Mud Room - Before / After (New Hampshire)

    Recently Finished Redoing Our Mud Room - Before / After (New Hampshire)

    averagejimz Report

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    #83

    Recently Updated Our Half Bath - Nashville Tn

    Recently Updated Our Half Bath - Nashville Tn

    chucklefukk Report

    Midnightoil
    Community Member
    2 years ago

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    Cannot tell old from new???? Looks essentially the same.

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    #84

    Hallway In Flat, Poland

    Hallway In Flat, Poland

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    #85

    DIY Bathroom Renovation In England

    DIY Bathroom Renovation In England

    ExistingAnalyst3576 Report

    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Makes me think of the US flag, do NOT like.

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    #86

    Before And After Of Century Home Kitchen. Same Footprint. Missouri

    Before And After Of Century Home Kitchen. Same Footprint. Missouri

    seoDenOsA Report

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not a fan of open shelving. I think it looks messy.

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    #87

    Country Gothic Home Just Finished. Before/After

    Country Gothic Home Just Finished. Before/After

    Lost-Syrup-8606 Report

    Elita One
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do people always put TVs on top of fireplaces, they're to high.

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    #88

    Before (Agent's Pics) & Afters Of My 18th C. Townhouse [weymouth, UK] ~ 2 Years Non-Stop Work ~ We Bid Adieu In 2 Weeks

    Before (Agent's Pics) & Afters Of My 18th C. Townhouse [weymouth, UK] ~ 2 Years Non-Stop Work ~ We Bid Adieu In 2 Weeks

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