Becca Lewis
Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels.
Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied technical theater and design. She has a background in carpentry and fabrication and has worked in specialty shops, using a wide variety of tools and materials, for more than 20 years.
Becca has also written for Angi, where she specializes in creating guides for DIY, home maintenance, and renovations, and she indulges her love of sci-fi and fantasy by writing about entertainment and science for Giant Freakin Robot. She serves on the board of the Good Junk Sanctuary in Portland, Oregon, focusing on community engagement in the DIY and reuse space.
MORE BY Becca
Our Favorite Home Improvements You Can Make for Less Than $100
Your outlets could be doing a whole lot more for you than you ever imagined.
How to Hang Your Holiday Decor Without Destroying Your Home
Get in the holiday spirit with all the splendor and none of the permanent holes.
Organize Your Mudroom to Keep the Outside Outside
You can stop mud at the door and keep your floors dry.
The Easiest Way to Build a Roaring Fire in Your Fireplace
How to keep the winter chill at bay with far less of a hassle.
How to Gift a Tool Without Looking Like a Big One
Tips to take the stress out of choosing tools for your favorite craftsperson
You Should Really Consider a Tankless Water Heater
Making an investment in a new appliance can be daunting, but this switch might be worth it.
Make Your Very Good Dog Their Own Tool Bag
That pup wants nothing more than to be the best helper they can be.
Why You Need a Pot Rack (and How to Easily Install One)
For better organization—and space maximization—hang up those pots and pans.
Upgrade Your Boring Old Furniture With Cane Webbing
For a natural, vintage update, learn how to use rattan on your furniture.
'Winterize' Your Outdoor Space so You Can Actually Use It When It Gets Cold
Don't let the cold weather rob you of your precious entertaining area.
How to 'Upcycle' Furniture, Because That Shit's Expensive
Reuse and revive old pieces of furniture for one-of-a-kind results
6 Painless Home Improvement Projects You Should Tackle Before the End of Fall
Because winter is not as far off as it seems, and you'll be glad to have these tasks out of the way.
How to Fix Drywall Holes and Dents Yourself Without It Looking Like Shit
Keep your walls looking new and your bank account in the green by fixing your drywall yourself.
How to Repair and Revive Your Butcher Block Countertops
Give your countertops some love and keep them looking like new.
How to Build Your Own Stylish Hexagon Shelf
You can make your own custom honeycomb shelf like a pro, without going to IKEA.
How to Get Lumber for Free or Cheap
Lumber may be in high demand right now, but you can still score what you need in unexpected places.
8 Things to Do to Make Your Attic Livable
Converting your attic into additional living space is great! As long as you keep these things in mind.
Things That Aren’t Hanging on Hooks in Your Garage, But Should Be
You can keep your floors clear and your tools organized with thrifty and versatile hooks.
Please Don't Store These Things in Your Shed
If you leave these things in your shed, rust and other damage can ruin your equipment, or worse.