As a decorator and “junker,” I’ve discovered plenty of beauty and utility in stuff others have kicked to the curb. And there are fewer ways easier and less costly to update your street find than with ...

What is it about DIY furniture makeovers that seem so intimidating? You've been meaning to dress up that old dresser, wooden chair, or boring bar stool for a while now, but you're not even sure where ...

One of John and Sherry Petersik’s favorite low-cost methods for improving a space is painting. But that doesn’t mean changing just the wall color. Giving old furniture a new coat of paint can ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Two chipped nightstands get a metallic gold makeover using smart sanding, spray paint, and chalk paint techniques.

Some home design trends are destined to become classics that never go out of style (think: Shaker-style kitchen cabinets, hex floor tiles, and picture frame molding). But others are definitely more ...