--- title: "ReStore Recap: Tips & Tricks, DIY, and What's New at Habitat ReStore" description: Read what's been happening at our Twin Cities Habitat ReStore outlets over the past few months. --- [Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Blog ](https://www.tchabitat.org/blog) # [ReStore Recap: Tips & Tricks, DIY, and What's New at Habitat ReStore](https://www.tchabitat.org/blog/restore-recap-tips-diy-whats-new) Written by [Becky Engen](https://www.tchabitat.org/blog/author/becky-engen) | 8:00 PM on February 21, 2018 Our Twin Cities Habitat ReStore team has been hard at work putting together fun DIY projects, offer their tips & tricks for shopping for used items, and hosting their annual 50% OFF Everything Sale last month. In case you missed it, here are some highlights from the ReStoration Corner blog!   ### Tips & Tricks     [Tips & Tricks When Buying New or Used Doors [VIDEO] ](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/tips-tricks-when-buying-new-or-used-doors-video) Just like it sounds, this blog offers great tips on how to find the perfect door to replace your old one. [Furniture Facelift: 4 Ways to Restore Old Wood Furniture](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/4-ways-to-restore-old-wood-furniture) Before you pass by another piece of wood furniture at a store or sale, read this article on how you can quickly and easily restore that piece to be as good as new. [Rustic Rehab: 7 Ways to Distress Furniture To Get That Antique Look](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/rustic-rehab-7-ways-to-distress-furniture-to-get-that-antique-look) If you love a "distressed" or antique look, you need to read this blog for some great tips on how you can achieve that style with items you already have! [Why Donate or Buy Cabinets at the ReStore](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/why-donate-or-buy-cabinets-at-the-restore) From full kitchen sets to individual cabinets, our stores are stocked with great options at low prices. [10 Cost Saving Tips for Your Next Bathroom Remodel Project](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/bathroom-remodel-project) Bathroom remodels are known to be expensive, but they don't have to be. Read through these tips before you take on your next bathroom remodel project!   ### DIY with ReStore [DIY Serving Tray [VIDEO]](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/diy-tiling-project-that-makes-for-a-great-practical-gift-video) Whether you're eating on the couch, or serving breakfast in bed, these trays are a practical project you can make with just a few simple materials. [DIY Tips: How to make the best of a small space](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/tips-for-small-spaces) For those of us that live in smaller spaces (or run short on storage!), these ideas might just spark your creativity and help you de-clutter and magically make your small rooms appear larger. [6 Unique DIY Decor Projects to Make with Extra Building Materials](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/6-unique-diy-decor-projects-to-make-with-extra-building-materials) We consider ourselves to master of reusing and repurposing materials. Give your leftover building supplies new life with these great project ideas! [5 DIY Valentine's Day Gifts to Impress Your Loved One](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/5-diy-valentines-day-gifts-to-impress-your-loved-one) These quick and simple ideas are great gifts to give no matter the time of year.   ### What's happening at ReStore?   [The making of our ReStore PSA](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/the-making-of-our-restore-psa) We had a lot of fun putting together our first-ever video to serve as a Public Service Announcement. Have you seen it? [Why ReStore?](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/why-restore) Why should you shop and donate to Habitat for Humanity ReStore outlets? Our staff and customers give their two cents on why you should check us out! [A Tale of Two ReStores](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/a-tale-of-two-restores) Since we opened our second store location back in September 2016, we've had to get creative to help get the word out about our two locations. [Why Do You Volunteer at the ReStore?](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/why-volunteer-at-the-restore) ReStore staff and volunteers weigh-in on why they give their time to support ReStore. [Big Donation after the Big Game](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/big-donation-after-the-big-game) What happened to the decor and furnishing for those VIP rooms during the Big Game? They were donated to our stores! [Thank you, Business Donors!](https://restore.tchabitat.org/blog/thank-you-business-donors) So many individuals and businesses donate to our stores in Minneapolis and New Brighton, and we couldn't operate without them! 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