Just because you can DIY something, it doesn't mean you should!

DIY ideas often sound great in theory... but in practice? That's another story.

DIY ideas often sound great in theory... but in practice? That's another story. Click through for 15 prime examples of when DIYers were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should. After all, the poor cat from this list deserves better! Just because you can, it doesn't mean you should! Let's face it: For us regular, non-rich people, it can often feel like an expensive uphill battle to keep our spaces "on-trend" — whatever that means. There are actually a decent number of "unpopular" trends and styles that most people still implement in their own homes, even if they're not universally beloved by interior designers. To that end, these are just some of the styles that members of the BuzzFeed Community proudly enjoy seeing in their own homes, regardless of what others might think of them. Renters, have you ever lost a security deposit? It's true that landlords will sometimes find illegitimate reasons to keep a security deposit, but that's not always the case! We recently asked the BuzzFeed Community to share their stories of when they knew their security deposits were a lost cause. Home improvement projects don't need to be complex to make a noticeable difference in how your space feels. Better yet, they don't need to be expensive, either! Here are 32 easy home upgrades—like installing weather stripping around poorly insulated doors, replacing regular lightbulbs with warm LEDs, repainting boring old cabinets, and more—that all cost $100 or less. When it comes to decorating your home, making major changes doesn't have to require also making major investments of time and money. For example: BuzzFeed staffer Audrey recently discovered how something as simple as a new light fixture can change the vibe of a whole room! In that spirit, she gathered 20 decorating tips that are as effective as they are easy to implement! "Instagram Vs. Reality": This Woman Bought A House From DIY Influencers, And It Shows How Fake Social Media Can Be 30 Splurge-Worthy Things From Wayfair That Are Truly Worth Their Price Tag 30 Splurge-Worthy Things From Wayfair That'll Give Your Home An Aesthetic Makeover 30 Cleaning Products With Before And After Photos So Good, You'll Be Sprinting To Add Them To Your Cart This Woman Inspired Thousands To Share Their "Subtle Asian" Recipes, And They're Equally Cute And Delicious 35 WFH Products Reviewers Are Obsessed With BuzzFeed, Inc. 229 W 43rd St. NY, NY 10036 We hope you love the products we recommend! Just so you know, BuzzFeed may collect a small share of sales from the links in this email. View our privacy notice and cookie policy Unsubscribe