Why it matters: Kitchen renovations can cost tens of thousands, but small DIY changes can deliver a fresh, stylish look for a fraction of the price. What to try: Repaint cabinets, swap hardware, ...

Through most of my high school days, I lived in a 1960s construction house that had settled a lot. Some doors wouldn't close all the way, the paint on the walls and ceilings had cracked and, worst of ...