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  • OSB Subfloor

    Tiling with Cement Board Instead of Ditra

    I want my bathroom tile to have longevity. I’m using porcelain (wonderfully durable), and taking the time to do the…
    August 29, 2019
  • Bathroom (Second Floor) Design Plan

    The Bathroom Design Plan

    This bathroom renovation is sponsored by Lowe’s. Thank you for making this project possible! I've been working away on our second…
    June 26, 2019
  • Storage Cabinets and Folding Laundry Space

    Our Basement Laundry Room Makeover

    This post is sponsored by Lowe's. Thank you for making this renovation possible! The laundry room in our Victorian is…
    November 28, 2018
  • How to Make DIY Plywood Countertops | Making it Lovely

    Making DIY Plywood Countertops

    There are a few options when it comes to wooden counters. Let me just say right now that I’m not…
    November 8, 2018
  • Kitchen Windows with Indow Inserts | Making it Lovely

    Choosing Countertops for the Laundry Room

    The laundry room is so close to being done! I just need to sew a shade for the window, and…
    September 10, 2018
  • Stock Cabinets, Brass Faucet, Schoolhouse Sconce

    Laundry Room Progress

    The tile is in and grouted! The cabinets, washer, and dryer all made their way downstairs today! There's still so…
    July 17, 2018
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  • OSB Subfloor

    Tiling with Cement Board Instead of Ditra

    I want my bathroom tile to have longevity. I’m using porcelain (wonderfully durable), and taking the time to do the job right from the prep…

    August 29, 20192 commentsBathrooms, Crafty (& Handy), The Victorian House
  • Bathroom (Second Floor) Design Plan

    The Bathroom Design Plan

    This bathroom renovation is sponsored by Lowe’s. Thank you for making this project possible! I’ve been working away on our second floor bathroom, clearing everything out…

    June 26, 20197 commentsBathrooms, The Victorian House
  • Storage Cabinets and Folding Laundry Space

    Our Basement Laundry Room Makeover

    This post is sponsored by Lowe’s. Thank you for making this renovation possible! The laundry room in our Victorian is in the basement, and the…

    November 28, 201816 commentsBasement, Crafty (& Handy), Laundry Room, The Victorian House
  • How to Make DIY Plywood Countertops | Making it Lovely

    Making DIY Plywood Countertops

    There are a few options when it comes to wooden counters. Let me just say right now that I’m not sure I picked the best…

    November 8, 201814 commentsBasement, Crafty (& Handy), Laundry Room, Projects, The Victorian House
  • Kitchen Windows with Indow Inserts | Making it Lovely

    Choosing Countertops for the Laundry Room

    The laundry room is so close to being done! I just need to sew a shade for the window, and the sink installation is being…

    September 10, 201812 commentsBasement, Laundry Room, The Victorian House
  • Stock Cabinets, Brass Faucet, Schoolhouse Sconce

    Laundry Room Progress

    The tile is in and grouted! The cabinets, washer, and dryer all made their way downstairs today! There’s still so much to do! Oof. Tiling…

    July 17, 201821 commentsBasement, Laundry Room, The Victorian House
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