When you think of updating a room, most folks immediately think of painting the walls, which is a great idea for instant results. But have you ever considered painting your ceiling? Painting… Read More

If you are looking for different ways to add a hint of color to your wood furniture while allowing the wood grain to shine through, applying a paint wash is a perfect option! We have been re… Read More

Even when we saw the house for the first time I knew once the front yard landscaping ideas came together, it would be just what I needed to call it the classic southern landscape that I neve… Read More

When we moved into our new home, we were delighted to discover among the several furniture pieces left behind by the previous owner was a vintage Drexel antique table. This piece had so much… Read More

When we moved into our new home, the previous owner left several furniture pieces, including a vintage Drexel antique table. This was a solid piece on its own but I (Dejene) just wasn’… Read More

When we think of a room transformation, we usually think of major updates. This time, we only needed some fresh paint and new decor for our quick DIY dining room makeover. This dining room i… Read More

If you have been interested in building console table, you have come to the right place! This was a fun project to do and we’d recommend it for anyone who wants to create their own sol… Read More

Since we’ve been working on projects as Hammer & Handsaw, we do a lot of the home renovation planning and DIY work ourselves, including the design process. Once we have agreed on s… Read More

We’ve all been there… you’re watching or reading a DIY tutorial and you think “All that sanding seems extra, I can probably get away with not doing that”. We&r… Read More

Even with your best efforts, over time things just start to collect in your closet. Then after you purge and donate, you’re still left with an unorganized mess. You realize the closet… Read More

If you’ve been following us lately, you know that we recently moved and now living in an 70s farmhouse. Our new home is a dream, but it is also pretty outdated. Since we work from home… Read More

We are making some updates to our outdoor space and this project was a quick refresh that we tackled in just a few days. If you’re looking for a relatively easy home project, definitel… Read More

We renovated several kitchens at this point and one thing is certain, it is usually the most expensive budget item in the project! There are several reasons for this, like new countertops, n… Read More

Let’s talk about white kitchen cabinets! While planning the kitchen design for our new home, Joshua and I spent a LOT of time contemplating different kitchen cabinet colors. We wanted… Read More

Furniture flipping is a popular way that DIYers can make extra cash or income as a side hustle/business. If you’ve been curious about what it is or what techniques and materials you wo… Read More

Let me tell you a quick story: Hammer and Handsaw was born out of our love for DIY. When we got married and moved in together, in… Read More

Let me tell you a quick story: Hammer and Handsaw was born out of our love for DIY. When we got married and moved in together, in… Read More

I (Joshua) wanted to share a recent request from a client to turnkey their completely unfinished basement. This was a major tran… Read More

Years ago, Joshua and I would always be in the middle of a DIY project, whether it was a building a desk, installing shelves or c… Read More

Although we haven’t been writing many woodworking posts, Joshua loves woodworking and has built many furniture pieces bef… Read More

If you’ve ever been a part of a home renovation project, you probably already know that the kitchen remodel is usually th… Read More

Finding the perfect gift for a seasoned handyman (or woman!) can be a challenge. Case in point, Joshua has more supplies and to… Read More

When you begin to plan a home renovation, one of your (many!) tasks in the process is choosing the overall home design and color… Read More

For a few years, we were enamored with simple, farmhouse neutrals (whites, grays, beige and the like) but as time passes, we&r… Read More

It’s been a long time coming but we’re finally able to share our kitchen renovation journey from a recent house flip… Read More

If you have been wanting to try random DIY hacks that you’ve seen on social media but you’ve never gotten around to… Read More

If you’ve been wondering how to makeover your home under a tight budget, this is the post for you! Whether you’re… Read More

We’re sharing Part 2 of our new deck design to inspire you to create a beautiful outdoor space for both relaxing and entert… Read More

Even if you are handy, it’s likely you’ll need professional help with one of your home projects, especially for a lar… Read More

Are you planning a home renovation? It’s an exciting process, but it can also be overwhelming. To help you avoid common pit… Read More