Repurposing

When you can’t move, but you need more space from your house, here are a few ways to maximize your living area.

There are right and wrong ways to get rid of an old cell phone. Choose a method that will protect your information and the planet at the same time.

Sometimes an old piano is just beyond repair. Before paying someone to cart yours off to the landfill, check out these nine harmonious reinterpretations.

Can you reuse coffee grounds? You bet—and not just to brew another cuppa. Put used coffee grounds to work deodorizing, cleaning, and preventing pests.

Rather than leave your old plates and platters to gather dust in the attic, repurpose them into beautiful objects more useful in today’s home.

Reduce waste and save money by reusing old glass containers. From storage and organization to crafts and gifting, the possibilities are endless.

These innovative projects will inspire you to dig through your discards and repurpose them into useful furnishings and interesting accents for your home.

Steel shipping container homes are strong, safe, and eco-friendly.

Let’s face it, appliances don’t last forever. And when they bite the dust, we’re left wondering how to dispose of them. Here’s an idea: don’t! Instead, try one of these 10 genius ideas for transforming old or outdated appliances into beautiful, functional, and funky decor for your home.

Rub-a-dub-dub, soap is great for a scrub! But bar soap is handy to have around for many reasons that go far beyond the bathtub. It can serve as a lubricant, freshener, and even a pest-repellent. Here are just a few unusual and clever uses that make the most of a single bar of soap.