FOUR HOMES. FOUR KIDS. TWENTY YEARS. AND A WHOLE LOT OF DIY.
YOUR HOME IS READY FOR ITS NEXT CHAPTER.
Let's make it happen — one room at a time.
Have a room that's cluttered, outdated, unfinished, or just doesn't feel like you anymore?
We know the feeling.
We're Sarah and Vince — two public school teachers who've spent more than 20 years transforming our own homes with real budgets, limited free time, and four kids along for the ride.
And now, we're sharing what we've learned.
Introducing The Weekend Room Reset — our simple, step-by-step course to help you find your style, figure out what's not working, and build a realistic plan to make your room more beautiful, useful, and uniquely yours.
No design snobbery. No overwhelming renovation. Just a clear place to begin.
YES! LET'S RESET MY ROOM!OUR STORY
WE'RE TEACHERS FIRST. DIY'ERS ALWAYS.
Here's something you should know about us.
We're not professional contractors.
We're not interior designers.
And we've never had the luxury of unlimited time or money to spend on our homes.
We're public school teachers.
Over the past 20+ years, while teaching full-time and raising four kids, we've restored and transformed four homes.
We've painted. Built. Sanded. Installed. Reimagined. And occasionally wondered what on earth we'd gotten ourselves into!
We've made mistakes.
We've changed direction.
We've figured things out one project at a time.
And along the way, we've learned something important.
BEAUTIFUL HOMES DON'T HAVE TO BE COMPLICATED.
You don't need an interior design degree.
You don't need an unlimited budget.
And you don't need to renovate your entire house.
You need a little clarity, a practical plan, and the confidence to take that first step.
That's where our two worlds come together.
We're DIY'ers who love making things.
But we're also teachers who love making complicated things simple.
And now we want to help you do the same.
YOU KNOW SOMETHING NEEDS TO CHANGE.
YOU'RE JUST NOT SURE WHERE TO BEGIN.
Maybe the room used to work beautifully.
But the kids grew up.
The work-from-home situation changed.
Your taste evolved.
The furniture stopped making sense.
Or somewhere along the way, the room became the place where everything gets dropped.
You look at it and think:
Should I paint?
Do I need new furniture?
What even IS my style?
Where would I begin?
And suddenly, you're scrolling Pinterest, opening shopping tabs, comparing paint samples, and feeling even more overwhelmed than when you started.
Sound familiar?
Here's what we've learned:
Sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't the work itself.
It's not knowing which work actually matters.
That's the problem we're here to help you solve.
ONE ROOM. ONE RESET. ONE DOABLE PLAN.
The Weekend Room Reset is our practical, teacher-built system for helping you move from overwhelmed to confident.
We're not asking you to tear apart your house.
We're not asking you to spend thousands of dollars.
And we're definitely not asking you to become an interior designer overnight.
We're helping you focus on one room and make smarter decisions about what comes next.
HERE'S HOW IT WORKS.
1. CHOOSE YOUR ROOM.
Find the space that's ready for a new chapter and get clear on what you want to change.
2. FIND YOUR STYLE.
Discover your personal mix of our 8 PGH DIY Styles — without forcing yourself into one rigid design category.
3. FIGURE OUT WHAT'S STUCK.
Use our Four Zones Method to understand how Function, Storage, Style, and Feeling are affecting your space.
4. BUILD YOUR PLAN.
Choose the few changes that will make the biggest difference and create a realistic weekend-sized plan.
5. RESET + REPEAT.
Take action, celebrate progress, and learn a process you can use again and again.
That's it.
A clear process.
A manageable plan.
And a room that can finally start moving in the right direction.
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Take a Peek Inside the Guide!
Want to see what you're getting?
Take a quick look inside our Cedar Barn Doors Guide!
You'll find helpful project photos, tools and materials lists, and clear, step-by-step instructions designed to take the guesswork out of creating these beautiful doors.
We've done the planning and broken down the process so you can spend less time wondering where to begin and more time building!
Take a look — then get ready to DIY!
Beautiful Results. Smaller Budget.
Create custom-looking cedar barn doors without paying custom-door prices. Our approach turns inexpensive cedar fence pickets into a beautiful architectural feature.
Skip the Guesswork.
Get clear, step-by-step photos, organized tools and materials lists, and practical building guidance to help you move from planning to finished doors with confidence.
Learn from Experienced Teachers.
We're not just DIYers — we're educators, too! We love breaking projects down into approachable steps so you can feel confident creating something beautiful yourself.
THE PGH DIY WAY
Real Projects. Practical Guidance. More Time for What Matters.
We're Sarah and Vince — passionate DIYers, experienced public school teachers, and busy parents of four.
We've spent years figuring out how to make beautiful, functional home projects simpler, smarter, and actually doable.
And as teachers, we know how to break down intimidating projects into clear, manageable steps.
We've done the research, made the mistakes, learned the shortcuts, and worked through the challenges — so you don't have to start from scratch.
Because we believe creating a home you love shouldn't consume your life.
Less guesswork. More confidence. Beautiful results. And more time for the people and moments that matter most.
That's the PGH DIY Way.
Beautiful Barn Doors. Built by YOU!
Imagine transforming an ordinary doorway into one of the most beautiful features in your home.
Natural cedar. Gorgeous texture. That timeless farmhouse character.
And the satisfaction of knowing YOU built it!
You bring the creativity. We'll bring the game plan.
YES! LET'S BUILD THESE DOORS!
Mariana B - NV
"I've always loved the look of sliding barn doors, but the thought of building them myself was pretty intimidating. I had no idea where to start with measurements, materials, or hardware! This guide made the whole process feel so much more manageable. The step-by-step photos were incredibly helpful, and you can really tell Sarah and Vince know how to TEACH, not just build. Having a clear plan gave me the confidence to tackle a project I never thought I could do!"
Shawna J - WA
"We wanted beautiful farmhouse barn doors, but the prices for custom-made doors were way beyond what we wanted to spend. When we discovered we could build our own using cedar fence pickets, we were hooked! The guide walked us through the process with clear instructions and helpful photos, taking so much of the guesswork out of the project. Our finished doors have completely transformed the space, and we love telling people we made them ourselves!"
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Custom Look. DIY Price Tag.
Love the look of handcrafted wood barn doors? So do we!
But when you start shopping for custom-made barn doors - installed, those beautiful details can get expensive.
The 'Project Path'Â Math
Three Paths to Beautiful Barn Doors. Which One Will You Take?
(*Illustrative scenario only, assuming a comparable basic project. *DIY hours are hypothetical, not measured outcomes; contractor hours count only homeowner involvement and exclude the professional's labor and scheduling delay.)
The Contractor Math
~$1,000 - $3,000
Handcrafted woodwork from a local contractor or Etsy seller - with you installing.
(Etsy will include potential shipping, delivery, and customization costs.)
Custom production time + shipping or delivery.
Pricing and timelines vary by size, design, and seller.
Your Time:Â 4+ hrs. - potentially 6-10 if installing.
4 hrs = Your coordination time
(*this is an estimate, individual contractors, materials, rates will vary by region/expertise)
The Winging-It DIY Path Math
~$325 – $650
Materials + Hardware + Mistakes
Cedar fence pickets + framing materials + sliding hardware + supplies + potential wasted cuts.
Research + Measure + Cut + REWORK
Figuring out door dimensions, keeping everything square, selecting compatible hardware, and getting two doors to hang and slide properly.
The Build PLUS Trial & Error
Extra boards, hardware mistakes, tool purchases, and rework can increase costs and time.
Your Time: ~18–30 hrs+
Research + planning + building + adjustments + rework allowance
Roughly: Multiple Weekends
(*this is an estimate, individual results vary)
The PGH DIY Path Math
~$275 – $500
Materials + Hardware + PGH DIY Guide
Affordable cedar fence pickets + framing materials + sliding hardware + supplies + our $11 step-by-step guide.
Plan + Measure + Build + ENJOY!
Follow our organized building method, step-by-step photos, materials guidance, and hardware recommendations instead of figuring everything out from scratch.
The Custom Look WITHOUT the Custom Price Tag!
An organized game plan can help reduce unnecessary mistakes, wasted materials, and time spent researching.
Your Time: ~12–20 hrs
Planning + building + installation + adjustments
Roughly: A Weekend and a half - Sarah & Vince's Install Time
(*this is an estimate, individual results vary)
There's always Path #4: Do Nothing.
But you've already imagined how great this project could look in your home. Where's the fun in leaving it on the someday list?
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...A Little More Math:
The Contractor Path
Their craftsmanship, your checkbook.
Pros:
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Beautiful, professionally crafted doors
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Custom size and finish options
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Little hands-on building required
Cons:
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Potentially thousands of dollars for a custom pair
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Hardware and installation may be additional expenses
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Production, scheduling, and delivery delays
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Less opportunity to develop your own DIY skills
*The largest FINANCIAL investment of the three paths.
The Winging-It DIY Path
YouTube, Pinterest & crossed fingers.
Pros:
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Free inspiration and tutorials
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Complete creative freedom
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The satisfaction of doing it yourself
Cons:
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Figuring out the correct door dimensions and overlap
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Planning board placement and accurate cuts
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Keeping doors square and properly aligned
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Selecting compatible sliding hardware
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Planning track clearance and secure mounting
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Potential wasted cedar, re-cuts, and extra store trips
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Scattered tutorials and time-consuming research
 *Largest TIME and GUESSWORK investment of the three paths
The PGH DIY Path
Your hands. Our game plan.
Pros:
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Step-by-step photo guidance
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Organized tools and materials lists
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Our affordable cedar fence picket method
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Recommended sliding-door hardware
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A clear, approachable building process
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The opportunity to save compared with custom-made doors
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The pride of saying, "WE BUILT THOSE!"
Cons:
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You'll still need tools, materials, and hands-on building time
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Careful measurements and safe hardware installation are essential
*The largest INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF — with a beautiful project to show for it!
Why Pay for Someone Else's Craftsmanship — or Spend Hours Figuring It Out Alone?
With the PGH DIY Guide, you get the satisfaction of building something beautiful yourself, with a proven method to help you get there.
You bring the creativity. We'll bring the game plan.
 "The next time someone asks how you got those amazing barn doors, imagine being able to say, 'Actually... I MADE IT!'"
Imagine Walking Past Those Doors Every Day...
Not just any doors.
Beautiful, handcrafted cedar barn doors that bring warmth, texture, and personality into your home.
Doors that look like they were custom-made for your space.
And when someone asks, "Where did you buy those gorgeous doors?"
You get to smile and say...
"Actually... WE MADE THEM!"
There's something pretty incredible about turning inexpensive materials into something you love seeing every day.
We've figured out the method, organized the steps, and put everything together in one approachable guide.
Now it's your turn!
Beautiful results. Budget-friendly cedar. And a whole lot of DIY pride!
LET'S DO THIS - GET MY GUIDE!