Becca Stokes

Contributing Writer

Becca Stokes is a passionate DIY-er and upcycler, eager to swap tricks and tips to help you make your house a real home. You can find her helping you mount cabinets and giving your rental kitchens facelifts on Home Depot's design blog.

Becca Stokes
Becca Stokes

About

Becca Stokes is a passionate DIY-er and upcycler, eager to swap tricks and tips to help you make your house a real home. You can find her helping you mount cabinets and giving your rental kitchens facelifts on Home Depot's design blog. In her free time she's wandering flea markets looking for her new favorite tchotchke.

Articles
Becca Stokes  •  May 5, 2026
Water Softener Regeneration: A Brilliantly Discreet Method for Removing Hard Water
Water softeners rid your home of hard minerals and, well, soften your water. Even better, the regeneration process is an automatic cycle that works when you’re least likely to use it.
Becca Stokes  •  May 5, 2026
What Is Chalk Paint?
Chalk paint is a popular painting product trademarked by the Annie Sloan company. There are several different versions of this easy-to-apply furniture chalk paint on the market to consider for your next home decor project.
Becca Stokes  •  May 5, 2026
7 Potential Reasons to Part Ways With a Contractor
Working with a contractor usually results in a beautiful finished product. But if issues arise, it’s important to know the grounds for firing a contractor and how to part ways respectfully.
Becca Stokes  •  May 5, 2026
4 Common Vacuum Cleaner Problems and How to Fix Them
There are several reasons why your vacuum might not be working properly, and this guide will help you solve the problem. We break down four of the most common vacuum cleaner problems, from blockages, to low suction, to busted vacuum belts.
Becca Stokes  •  May 5, 2026
How to Install a Skylight in 9 Steps
Skylights are a great addition to bedrooms, living rooms, bathrooms, and more. Learn how to install a skylight in your home to let natural light into the room of your choice.
Becca Stokes  •  May 5, 2026
What Is a Murphy Bed? Your Sleeping Solution for Small Spaces
Murphy beds are a popular and stylish way to save space in apartments and small rooms. Recent innovations like hydraulic pistons and stronger locking mechanisms have made them safer and more popular than ever. Is a Murphy bed the right fit for you?
Becca Stokes  •  May 3, 2026
What Should I Know Before Renting a Carpet Cleaner?
Before you rent a home carpet cleaning machine for the first time, find out everything you need to know. From how many hours you should invest in carpet cleaning, which detergent to buy, and which machine is best, we’ve broken it all down.
Becca Stokes  •  May 2, 2026
Recirculating Pumps Are the Key to Getting Hot Water Fast
For any plumbing that’s far from the water heater, a recirculating pump is a great way to get hot water quickly. Recirculating pumps get rid of cold water fast and save you serious cash in the process. Learn what to know before getting one.