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Your kitchen is one of the most-used and most visible spots in your home, so even the smallest, quickest, and least expensive upgrades can have a big payoff.

BJ’s Wholesale Club

Need ideas for some spruce-ups to tackle? Here are four DIYs that are a cinch to pull off—plus, expert advice to help your bigger, pro-led projects run smoothly. (Hint: Enlist a major retailer that stands by its pros and its products, like BJ’s Wholesale Club.)

Undercounter Water Filtration System

Brondell
bjs.com

$89.99

Swap out your faucet.Updating this fixture to a striking, sculptural-looking one makes your kitchen feel instantly more high-end, and it’s a lot easier than you might think. First, shut off the valves under your sink to turn off the water, says Jeff Crippen, a BJ’s home improvement expert. Next, screw on the hot and cold water supply lines, and disconnect the faucet from the countertop. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to install the new faucet and connect it to the water lines, and then test it by turning on the water to make sure there’s no leaking. (Extra credit: Install a water filtration system too, and no need to ever buy bottled water again.) Give your backsplash a redo.“A new backsplash dramatically changes the look of a kitchen,” says Crippen, and self-adhesive metal makes this update a breeze. All you have to do is cut the metal tiles to the right size for your wall space, and then use the pre-applied adhesive to set them in place.

Electric LED Motion Sensor Lights

Feit

$129.99

Change up your lighting.It’s one of the simplest, and most often overlooked, updates, but lighting improvements can have a huge effect in a kitchen. (If you can hang a picture on a wall, you can do this.) Install LED lights under your cabinets to make it easier to prep and cook—all it takes is double-side tape or small screws!—or swap your regular bulbs with ambiance-adding vintage-style ones or smart bulbs you can control wirelessly from your phone. Refresh the hardware.Knobs and pulls are the type of thing you don’t really notice—until you’ve got beautifully sleek ones, and then they make the whole room. “It’s so simple and takes only a moment to unscrew a knob or pull, and install a new one,” says Crippen. Plus, it’s super cost-effective; many home stores carry a range of styles starting at about $12 each. You’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner.

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And if you want a bigger update…Nail down a licensed contractor. If you’re spending the money on home improvement, “you want to ensure you’re using a reputable pro that’s properly licensed, background-checked, insured and bonded,” says Crippen. “When you book a project with BJ’s Wholesale Club, you get not only a contractor who will stand behind the work but a company that will too.” In fact, as part of its Member Pledge, BJ’s surveys every customer once their project is finished to check on the contractor’s performance, and if you’re not satisfied, they’ll address the issue. Pick projects with benefits.It’s a good idea to prioritize kitchen updates that will up your home’s resale value or offer some other type of return (like reducing your energy bills), according to Crippen. New windows, for example, “not only add beauty but can greatly impact the energy-efficiency of your home, lowering your bills, and can increase UV protection to keep your furniture from prematurely fading,” he says. New flooring is a good move too, especially if the type in the kitchen is currently different from the flooring in the rest of the house—unifying it can make your whole home feel larger. And while a full kitchen remodel “is typically not cost-effective since it generally won’t return its value,” Crippen adds, “refacing cabinets, changing the countertops, and updating appliances are all smart ways to transform the look of a kitchen.” Get an expert opinion on appliances.The most common mistake people make when updating their kitchen is choosing the wrong-size appliances, says Crippen. “It’s important to make sure the ones you pick will fit in the space your old appliances occupied.” An expert can make sure you measure accurately, and that you’re aware of any other improvements you’ll need to make. “For example, if your new stove has a built-in indoor grill, you’ll likely need to put in a vent hood.” What’s more, if you order your appliances from BJ’s Wholesale Club, you can save money too: Members get up to 20 percent off major appliances from Whirlpool, with free delivery and installation included.

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Just a few days after making headlines for supporting Olympic gold gymnast Simone Biles, Drew Barrymore is back in the news with an exciting launch: FLOWER Home Paint. The new line, which is available exclusively at Walmart.com, includes 27 indoor paint colors, ranging from Bold Blue and Bubblegum Pink to subdued neutrals like Ivory Linen and Sweet Creme.

Bold Blue Interior Paint

Drew Barrymore Flower Home
walmart.com

$39.00

The chic paint hues retail for $39 per gallon and feature cans made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. The special, low-odor paint formula also includes a primer, helping to reduce the number of coats needed to finish a room. Each shade in the line reflects Drew’s passion for crafting stylish interiors. “Color is everything! The right shade of paint can take a wall from blah to bold or a room from feeling like an afterthought to completely amazing,” says Drew.If you’re stumped on where to begin with painting and selecting the best color for a room, Drew has a few tried-and-true pointers:

Drew Barrymore’s FLOWER Home Paint collection, exclusively for Walmart.com, includes 27 colors.
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Have fun. “From the softest neutrals to the boldest brights, all the colors in the FLOWER Home Paint collection are designed to work beautifully inside your home, so experiment with whatever inspires you.”Go with your mood.”There’s no such thing as a perfect color — it’s whatever color is perfect for you. Choose what makes you happy, and you’ll always love your space.”Always mix and match. “Play with paint and paper … It’s so much fun to mix and match colors and patterns to bring a room to life.”Shop the full paint collection here.

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Modern bohemian style is all about tapping into that easy-breezy West Coast attitude for a space that reduces the buzz of everyday life to a whisper. It’s no wonder it’s become a go-to look for bedrooms, the first place we retreat to when we need a little R&R.Lis Engelhart, Good Housekeeping’s visual styling director, is a huge fan. “I love how boho style evokes a destination like a beach getaway or boutique hotel, and that’s just the sort of dreamy and relaxed vibe that you want in your bedroom,” she says.Luckily, you can tap into the tranquility of modern boho style at The Home Depot. They have an entire collection of products that, when combined, can turn your bedroom into a free-spirited oasis, from pillows to rugs and more.*Read on to learn how you can create your own inviting escape at home in just four steps.Choose a calming color scheme

Serenity now! Paint your walls in warmer white hues to stay relaxed.
David Tsay

Break out the paintbrush, because the dreamiest of boho bedrooms are grounded by blissful white walls. But does the shade matter? Oh, yeah. Cooler tones can make your room feel clinical and stark, so Engelhart suggests reaching for warmer hues that will be more relaxing to the eye, like Behr Swiss Coffee. She adds, “Make sure to test samples on all four walls to see how the light affects the shade throughout the day.”From there, tap into the serenity of nature by rounding out your color palette with earthy shades, like terracotta, camel, sage, and mustard. And if your space is on the smaller side, turn down the saturation of this supporting cast for added buoyancy.

Lis’s ‘Relaxed Palette’ Picks

Leather and Wood Accent Chair

Safavieh
homedepot.com

$280.99

White/Natural Floor Lamp

Light Society
homedepot.com

$81.22

Gray Throw Blanket

Artistic Weavers
homedepot.com

$64.80

Natural Woven Ottoman

Decor Therapy
homedepot.com

$57.95

Turkish Cotton Ultra Soft 6-Piece Towel Set in Riverbed

Home Decorators Collection
homedepot.com

$84.97

The Home Depot

Use texture to pile on the personality

Texture on texture? Check.
David Tsay

Infuse your soothing hideaway with character and depth through a patchwork of textural details. Toss mismatched pillows with playful tassels onto your bed and chairs; double down on fuzzy linens; ground the space with a woven rug (or layer two on top of one another for some added flair). Without these touches, your restful retreat could fall flat—literally. Oh, let’s not forget about the anchor of your room: the ever-important bed frame. Go for a wood option that proudly wears its grain, or dip into one of Engelhart’s favorite trends: rattan.

Caned and rattan furniture complements both traditional and contemporary spaces.
David Tsay

“Caned and rattan furniture has an airy lightness to it and resembles outdoor furniture, which helps bring that vacation vibe into an indoor space,” she says. “These textural materials also complement both traditional and contemporary spaces, so they’ll never go out of style.” Complete the look by parking a rustic sisal bench at its foot so you can slide into your slippers with ease.

Lis’s ‘Tons of Texture’ Picks

Queen Cane Bed Frame

Home Decorators Collection
homedepot.com

$599.00

Textured King Quilt

The Company Store
homedepot.com

$429.00

Geometric Tasseled Throw Pillow

LR Home
homedepot.com

$35.97

Striped Lumbar Throw Pillow

homedepot.com

$46.69

Linen Blend Throw Pillow

ED-Ellen DeGeneres
homedepot.com

$49.99

Make sure everything has a place

If there’s a place for your glasses, you won’t forget where they are.
David Tsay

Corral your clutter in handwoven baskets, a staple of any boho look. According to Ehgelhart, thoughtful placement can also help optimize your routine. “A small basket on your nightstand can house night creams, an eye mask, and your latest library book,” the styling director says. Bonus: Since baskets don’t have lids, nothing is totally out of sight and out of mind, meaning you’ll never miss an opportunity to put your essentials to work. “If you can see it, you’ll use it,” Engelhart adds.

Lis’s ‘Storage Superstars’ Picks

Modern Woven Dining Bench

Powell Company
homedepot.com

$186.35

Round Seagrass Decorative Baskets

East At Main
homedepot.com

$103.19

Corded Seagrass Baskets

CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan
homedepot.com

$107.47

5-Shelf Wood Ladder

homedepot.com

$200.11

Grey Faux Wood Boxes with Gold Detail

CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan
homedepot.com

$49.23

Give it a final flourish

Make the bedroom your own personal boho paradise.
David Tsay

Boho style calls for blurring the lines between the indoors and out. Luckily, all it takes are a few lush, air-purifying houseplants like philodendron, snake plants, or lavender. No green thumb? No worries. Simply mix faux and fresh greenery together to create a mini jungle that’s a bit easier to care for. First, “plant” your faux blooms in real pots or baskets. Then add decorative moss, bend the stems to face the sun, and place a watering can nearby to complete the illusion. You could even snap up some dried pampas grass or palm fronds. Once everything is in place, take a deep breath, grab a good book, and settle into your own personal paradise.

Lis’s ‘Delightful Details’ Picks

Solid Oak Nightstand

American Trails
homedepot.com

$86.59

Ceramic Decorative Vase

Litton Lane
homedepot.com

$49.09

Round Metal Alarm Clock

Equity by La Crosse
homedepot.com

$16.37

Dual Color Pumice Geometric Organic Cotton Bath Sheet

homedepot.com

$45.00

Ceramic Indoor Planter

Peach & Pebble
homedepot.com

$63.54

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