DIY Entryway / Foyer Renovation Under $300 | Modern Builds

Today on Modern Builds, I'm renovating the entryway / foyer / mudroom at my cameraman Caleb's. We did all of this for right around $250 in materials and supplies. We replaced the old tile with new laminate wood floors, added homemade square MDF trim, replaced the old light fixture and popcorn ceilings, and made a killer mirror accent wall. Check it out!
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Light Fixture Video Coming soon. I'll add a link when it's up!
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[@toob774]

The author does like to from scratch, kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practise the full stack project, is still great.

[@oskarwittje8348]

I really like that he doesn't try to make the video 10 minutes long just to make more money, he's all about good content!

[@EvaEvaEvaEva2023]

As a person/n00b who is remodeling a home on their own, it is SO GREAT to see someone run into issues with projects and the solutions used to tackle them. I really appreciate your budget and practical take in all your videos and I really enjoy the projects like this! Thanks, Mike!

[@losttribe3001]

Be sure to test your popcorn ceilings before removing because they can have asbestos in them. Mine did.

[@ModernBuilds]

Good tip. Probably should've checked

[@jackieewhackie]

losttribe3001 yikes! good tip

[@losttribe3001]

Modern Builds The good news is that it's such a small area and by using water, you keep the dust down so it's most likely not a problem.

[@mercidelimesa1831]

the paint could also have Lead Based paint if property was built before 1978. Great comment! Great video!

[@KenBoldt]

Came here to say the same thing. I'm usually not a safety patrol kinda guy, but asbestos is no joke, and if the popcorn was put in before 1980 (or even after in some cases), then the chances are really high that it has asbestos in it. Also, Mike, do yourself a favour and wear a dust mask of some variety when you are cutting MDF. 20 years from now, if you keep doing this sort of thing, you will wish you had.

[@pyroxam2168]

Friggin more of these budget friendly diy renovations!!!!!!!!

[@pyroxam2168]

I neeeeedddd mmmooorrreee!!!!!

[@jayels3036]

Yes. ThT mirror is legit

[@AGlimpseInside]

These whole room projects are a great addition to the channel. It’s nice to see whole living spaces come together in one video

[@MajidAlQassimi]

Mordern builds goes modern Reno? Awesome!!! Loving how you are branching out in terms of content!!! And the humor is always welcome!

[@ModernBuilds]

Awesome! Thanks a lot

[@La7aG1rl]

Literally this my dream entryway. White everything and mirrored wall behind the door.

[@juliaarmstrong439]

Guys, this project is awersome!

[@craftedworkshop]

That ridiculous action montage of the drill... so awesome! Definitely stealing that for my Instagram, thanks for rocking the shirt!

[@workshop_edits]

came here to say the same thing...

[@ModernBuilds]

Haha! Go for it!

[@curtisp2989]

Recently bought a house that needs some work and your renovation videos are a great motivator and source of inspiration. Thanks for posting them!

[@ModernBuilds]

That's awesome dude! Thanks a lot

[@robhimself79]

I recently rented a rotary hammer to drill some anchors into my foundation for window wells.. 1 Hole took me about 5 minutes with my hammer drill. With the rotary hammer, about 10 seconds. The right tool is amazing when you have it!

[@ModernBuilds]

No Doubt!

[@BruceAUlrich]

That was hilarious how Caleb tried to take over! The renovation turned out great! I especially like the light fixture. Looking forward to seeing that one.

[@kre8torny369]

Dig your reno vids with a newb/layman's approach. It's great how you've achieved improved results on a shoestring. Really helpful, keep the vids coming.

[@ericliddle7556]

Two things: really cool idea with the self made MDF trim! And another thing to consider when the trim and the door is off is actually lowering the jamb. After taking the carpet and padding out to replace it with underlay and laminate there's usually a larger/awkward looking gap. Really enjoyed the video.

[@jmakes3745]

That rotary drill looks insane & great sequence getting it out -nice project as always!

[@aliciarice1230]

That mirror wall idea is supreme oh my gosh thanks for this

[@kaypearson478]

This video really helped. I needed to know how to get rid of my popcorn wall and ceiling for the longest! Everyone told me how difficult it is so I left it alone. Thanks Mike for the tip!

[@saruncse85]

I became your fan, after seeing the bathroom upgrade below $500.(the one replacing the sink counter and using ikea $20 wooden top). Liked it so much...

[@douglasascencio9140]

That intro was gold.

[@Jackson.Nogueira]

Dude, your page is really a mind opener!!!!!! Thanks a lot!!!!

[@TheOgatocomeu]

That mirror wall looks amazing!

[@teekay1906]

Holy crap this entire video was awesome but that lightbulb is next level first time seeing it!

[@doubledarefan]

Long videos are cool. If one ends up feature length, so be it! I'll watch it all!

[@ginnygriffin2148]

Just wanna day this is dope and you’re probably the cutest human on the internet. Also very cool to watch the progression of your videos, skills, and comfort in front of the camera! ☺️

[@princessbc9791]

I love the orange bench they are using for the piano seen in the first few seconds.

[@BenRichardson99]

i love this new style of filming and editing. You bring a refreshing humor to the youtube diy scene and i cant get enough of your videos right now!

[@OldspeedMFG]

another great video. i'm really liking the new sorta off-the-cuff format. very fun!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

awesome tip about sealing the edges of the mdf.

[@mrsyvonnenlee]

Can I just say “AWESOME! “ You have been gifted with an amazing brain! Thanks always for sharing! Who can thumbs down this video? I think that those who did are sad lonely individuals; I feel sorry for them.

[@xViola]

What do u have against sad lonely individuals, I am one and I can say I did a thumbs up.

[@williamhendrix9889]

You make it look so easy.

[@geoffrossham]

Love these small room makeover type videos. Also really like the creative ways you find to keep costs low. I would love to see more on that. Maybe a small portion of the video that shows you looking for alternatives for a something that you need? Very cool.

[@PathinAZ]

Came out great. Great idea for the mirrors, makes the space look bigger as well as reflecting the new light. Wow, the LED light was 1/6th of the whole project's cost.

[@cierapaige9139]

oh wow i LOVE how this reno turned out! so simple but looks AMAZING! i really love that mirrored wall!

[@xuzix]

Looks dope. The mirrors make it look a bit more dated but compared to what it looked like it's awesome

[@MomoZz771]

Really love the mirror wall idea, definitely gonna try in the future

[@rgpfighter]

Cool tip with the mirrors, we had a massive mirror wall in our old place and I wanted to find a way to get the same effect in my new house. The mirrors/custom trimmed ones cost a ton of money for a very similar effect to what you produced, so I may adopt that into some Reno in the near future

[@courtneymccarthy7321]

Love the room renos- especially how affordable you make everything

[@ChunkyMonkaayyy]

I have a LIFX wireless led bulb. Those things are amazing. Have one setup to slowly come on a half hour before my alarm. Nice way to wake up.

[@xtreamchance]

This was really funny! The pop back and forth in time was very creative. I liked how you had enough time while doing this to get more done on your tattoos! Oh, and the reno was really creative and cost effective! Congratulations, Mike!

[@TheVannah96]

I love your youtube channel!!!!! I love how youre open about how many attempts it takes you to figure something out. I hope to start building my own stuff soon.

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a lot! Go for it!!

[@mackenziewillard9273]

I love these videos! I’m not super amazing with building things but I was trying to do a renovation on my own and I appreciate the step by step instructions.

[@sephoralove28]

This was seriously so impressive

[@linaelkishawi5463]

I love these types of videos! Its really cool to see the transformation from old to new and the fact that it's cheap is awesome

[@Helenasew]

It looks great! I don't know what people are going on about. It looks way more modern.

[@doodlebob18]

Love these remodel videos. Seriously hope you continue doing them!

[@ThePointstheif88]

I watch whatever video mark puts out this days because he is hilarious.

[@emilyl.1458]

Fantastic job! Thanks for the giggles too.

[@angeliclife5697]

You make everything look sooo easy!!

[@vvalala99]

Omg i love the mirror wall idea

[@davidmishra4292]

Love the light can't wait for that video, always look forward to your videos and love the editing very professional matey.

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks David!

[@thrithgolden2748]

You do a great job on your videos..thanks for posting fun ideas that you make super easy to follow

[@joshcrafts5659]

Five-dollar mirrors are genius!

[@furia6969]

More Renovation projects please dude!

[@londonclemons8647]

I actually loved the tile so much

[@MojojoJenkins]

Love this room renovation videos, Holmes! You are truly inspirational 😎

[@lolmanning9315]

Been watching your videos for so long now its great to see how far you've come!!

[@professoraanacristina3151]

I love this project. I want to do in my appartament... Very perfect... I'm brazilian and I like so much your ideas. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@JPSzcz]

I love the new style you are doing. I can tell you are having fun!

[@dsmmike95]

Wow this looked like a show from DIY or HGTV great job. Maybe you can get picked up great job.

[@ModernBuilds]

Hey! That'd be tight

[@lovelifedrawing]

what a change for just $250!

[@joshuabrinson7194]

the crap, that is a brilliant way of painting mdf, sealing with glue. way to go

[@dakotam.3829]

Leaving some of the green tiles to accent the wood floors would have looked gravy. Still looks really good.

[@robb1267]

Great video! The entryway looks fabulous. Luckily no mirror drama this time... :)

[@ModernBuilds]

Thankfully!

[@Gehlleny]

It came out great. Awesome job!!! And super thrifty!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@4knucklehead]

Well done Mike....so inspiration!

[@fe-fepez2277]

Love this! That mirror wall looks great 😊

[@AKeshaist]

The addition of Caleb has def been a positive change to this channel

[@caleb_stephen]

I’m for the people

[@mirimonzon7216]

Love your videos. Beautiful change here. Wonder if you could incorporate an antique as part of a kitchen cabinet, maybe a dresser? Pleasee. Thanks

[@gmrrnracr]

Great job man! At 4:24 that butcher block your working on might look really good on the ceiling behind the escutcheon of the light. Might compliment the floors. Needs some sanding and resurfacing but you know how to do that

[@brucewilliams3046]

Great job on the lighting!

[@kismetmassey1105]

very nice 🤗 I love what you did with the mirrors, I'm going to use that one🙋

[@GamesplayChris42]

Good work, the floor likes great.

[@donjuan2704]

I actually liked the green floor tiles.

[@vicdashadow9501]

Beautiful work you do!

[@matthewvera9702]

Since you used individual smaller mirrors vs one large one, did you have any issues keeping the mirrors even with each other so the reflection would look cohesive?

[@nikeshaforbes4210]

matthew vera I

[@carlosdejesus5293]

Looks great, major props! Next time maybe stick with tile for overall durability, and add a simple white frame around the mirror wall to make it look more current/finished. Keep up the good work!

[@Hubbmade]

Excellent job buddy! Love that lighting too!!

[@RsbrryBeret]

Neat hack with the Wal-Mart mirrors! Great job on the reno!

[@kevingardea7431]

The mirror wall with the customizable light! Dope af! Perfect place for selfies lmfao

[@VinnyKnuckles]

Enjoyed the video, well done. Congrats.

[@garagemonkeysan]

Awesome video. Bloody hands, deadly tools and mirrors. Hmm. "Enter the Dragon" mirror scene? You'd look fabulous in a yellow track suit. : )

[@malinichandramcdiy]

Amazing project! I love the way it turned out!

[@junehelafine]

I stay in a studio so going to do this project. Thanks again buddy.

[@karelt5413]

Nice dude! White, the new color 👍

[@judyfenske1429]

Love the intro. Fun. More please.

[@danielthevenard1235]

Keep doing the home renovations. It switches up the content a bit 👍

[@ssvon72]

Wow you guys did an excellent job

[@DONphantasmo]

wow, what a great transformation. great job bro!!!

[@whitterywhitter6906]

You are friggin awesome! I learned so much!

[@terrybear5398]

You are so inspiring! It makes me think I could even do it!

[@ModernBuilds]

You could!! Might make a couple mistakes, but you can always fix them and learn from it

[@SummerRockets]

love the kaws figures

[@classic287]

Great job and looks great. I would add the mirror, light fixture and closet shelves, but the rest of it, no way. Looked fine to me. Tile floor in an entryway is the best. That laminate will get ruined by wet shoes...

[@bpjog25]

Love this! My entry way is similar in size but has stairs where your closet is. If I weren't renting I would for sure try this!!

[@Dkalpana05]

Absolutely enjoyed this awesome video! You have some really cool ideas👍

[@utubemutube4255]

the idea about the lamp awesome thanks

[@diegobasterrica6311]

it's totally your show Mike!

[@seansaulnier560]

Mike is awesome a true bro ... no respirator, no gloves, wears safety glasses when using a nailer but not when using anything else hahahaha.

[@ModernBuilds]

Haha! Safety gears always getting in the way

[@choate10]

that bulb is a super good idea. thank you! mentioned it to my co workers as well

[@ModernBuilds]

Sweet! I love em

[@xtinedream12]

I love when you do room renovations! Any tips for tool storage in a garage. My dad’s kind of a tool hoarder.