I saw a post by the almighty KJ and thought it would be a cool idea for a thread. So post up, best project you've done for under a $1,000 I submit my fireplace refinish, all in for $500 will be closer to $800 when I get around to new doors but here it is, I used Lowe's Airstone and a mantle I bought off the Internet
Before: covered in painted wood paneling
After:
Before: covered in painted wood paneling
After: