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In this article, I’ll guide you through the easiest way to paint shiplap without a sprayer, ensuring a smooth, professional finish. Painting shiplap can transform any room, adding character and a fresh look to your space. While a paint sprayer might seem like the quickest method, not everyone has access to one, or perhaps you’re […]

Stepping outside of your comfort zone can be scary, but it’s also a great way to grow! In this case, I decided to make a trip to a local lumber yard for the first time. I was nervous that I wouldn’t know what to ask for, what to look for, or that I would look […]

In this article, we discuss a beginner’s tutorial of how to use a palm router. Out of all the tools I use for building and designing my projects, I just love my palm router! I wouldn’t consider it a must have for beginners but when someone is looking to up there DIY game, it’s the […]

In this article, I will take you on a deep dive into the color Pigeon by Farrow And Ball. This paint color is one of my favorites, and I’m excited to share its unique qualities with you. Discover the power of Farrow & Ball Pigeon, a neutral blue-grey paint with subtle green undertones! I have […]

Discover the steps to effortlessly add affordable vertical shiplap to enhance your space. More progress has been made in our primary bedroom! This has been a long makeover starting with when my contractor raised the ceilings. Next up, I built these storage wall units, easy joint compound wall art, new dog bed and these modern […]

A in-depth guide of 5 essential woodworking saws that can be great to have in your workshop! When diving into the world of woodworking it can be confusing as to which saw is used for what. Do you need them all? Probably not. That’s why I’ve made this comprehensive guide to share what each saw […]

Are you looking to tackle clutter and maximize space in your home with a practical and customizable solution? In this article, I guide you through building your own DIY tote storage rack! In the unfinished section of our basement, we had a space solely dedicated to storage. It was indeed past due for a transformation […]

Transform your storage space with this easy-to-follow guide part 2 on creating a custom DIY closet. This is a part 2 series of how to build a custom closet. If you missed part 1 you can read that here: HOW TO BUILD A CUSTOM DIY CLOSET – PART I. Let’s jump in and finish this […]

If you’re tired of stepping on stray LEGO bricks and needing a place for your child’s LEGO cars, I have the perfect solution for you. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the exciting world of yet another IKEA hack and explore a creative approach to LEGO storage using the versatile IKEA pegboard. My son […]

In this blog post, I will walk you through how to transform ordinary IKEA Besta cabinets into extraordinary built-ins! I love a good IKEA hack, don’t you?! It’s no secret that I love using IKEA furniture for built-ins. One of my favorite IKEA hacks include taking Besta cabinets and turning them into something more! In […]

Nicole is the powerhouse behind Simply Aligned Home, where she combines her engineering expertise with her creative spirit. Armed with a paintbrush and meticulously crafted plans, she demystifies the often intimidating realm of DIY. Nicole doesn't merely showcase before-and-after transformations; she goes the extra mile to provide readers with in-depth tutorials, engineered schematics, and the occasional behind-the-scenes blooper. Whether you're a DIY novice or an experienced craftsman, Nicole has crafted her content to offer something valuable for everyone.

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