10 Grand in Your Hand

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  • 2009
  • 6 Seasons
  • 6.9  (11)

10 Grand in Your Hand is a home renovation show that aired on the DIY Network in 2009. Hosted by John DeSilvia and Ariana Boussard-Reifel, the show follows homeowners as they attempt to remodel their homes on a budget of $10,000. Each episode of the show features a different family or individual who has a specific renovation project in mind. The hosts first meet with the homeowners to discuss their goals for the renovation and to assess the current state of the home. They then work with the homeowners to create a design plan that fits within the $10,000 budget.

Once the plan is in place, John and Ariana begin the renovation process. They tackle everything from painting and flooring to plumbing and electrical work. The pair use their expertise to find creative solutions that make the most of the budget and help the homeowners achieve their renovation goals.

Throughout the renovation process, the hosts offer tips and tricks that homeowners can use to save money on their own home projects. They also provide insight into common renovation pitfalls and offer advice on how to avoid them.

At the end of each episode, the homeowners get to see the finished product and are often amazed by the transformation that has taken place. The hosts explain how they were able to stay within the budget and offer suggestions for future projects.

10 Grand in Your Hand was a popular show on DIY Network due to its focus on budget-friendly renovations. The show helped viewers see that a home renovation doesn't have to break the bank and that with a little creativity, anyone can create a beautiful and functional home.

Overall, 10 Grand in Your Hand was an entertaining and informative show that provided viewers with practical advice and inspiration for their own home renovation projects.

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Seasons
Reach for the Beach
13. Reach for the Beach
October 26, 2011
Toni and Donna are trying to save money, they want to extend their kitchen to make room for their five year old twins.
Kitchen Ca-Ching
12. Kitchen Ca-Ching
October 19, 2011
Ken and Toni love the front part of their house, but not the back. They have a ton of yard space and don't have anything to fill it with. They also have a deck that is always wet. To help save money they recruit their teenage son to help them.
Nothing But Deck
11. Nothing But Deck
October 12, 2011
Alvin and Kelly Makino have a backyard their two young children can't use. The deck is sagging and covered in splinters. The rebuild a smaller deck and make a nice outdoor space.
More Bath for Their Buck
10. More Bath for Their Buck
October 5, 2011
Paul and Gina Gneco just moved from the West Coast to New Jersey. They love their large home, but their master suite looks like something from the '70s. Tiles for miles and an oversized Jacuzzi tub, which is why they've turned to John for help. They need to save space and money by reconfiguring the room and framing, sheetrocking and tiling themselves.
Going for Green
9. Going for Green
September 28, 2011
Doug and Heather Sheehan have lived with a tiny kitchen for over three years. They are unable to change the original layout, they will gain storage space by extending their cabinets to the ceiling and reconfiguring the layout, but they'll need some help from John to save ten grand. Despite the size of the space, these novice DIYers will save big if they can fight through claustrophobia and gain some extra room for their pots and pans.
Floors, Doors, and Firefighters
8. Floors, Doors, and Firefighters
September 21, 2011
Will and Loraine Bedoya have been living with an outdated kitchen for years. These homeowners need some major savings to get the job done. They install two types of floors, design a whole new kitchen and replace doors and windows. With Will's changing schedule as an EMT and two growing children who need three meals a day, this kitchen/dining room combo might prove to be double trouble.
From Ashes to Awesome
7. From Ashes to Awesome
September 14, 2011
Three years ago during an unfortunate grease fire, Jon and Peggy Stalhut lost their kitchen, but are finally ready to create the culinary space of their dreams. WIth a contractor's bid $15,000 over budget, they are going to have to do it themselves. The Stalhuts will be doing everything from framing to sheetrock to installing new windows, floors and cabinets in order to afford the higher end products they want.
Stair Today, Kitchen Tomorrow
6. Stair Today, Kitchen Tomorrow
September 7, 2011
With a third child on the way, homeowners Devin and Susan just bought a bank-owned foreclosure to be closer to family and it came with a lot of work. They want to finish up the renovations quickly so they can finally move in. They create a larger master suite, demolish a wall to create a new entryway, install a walk-in shower, and heated tile floors. Will they be able to move in before baby number three arrives and stay under budget?
When Three Become One
5. When Three Become One
August 31, 2011
Anthony and Monica need to reduce the number of walls to create a more ideal space.
Mud Money
4. Mud Money
August 24, 2011
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Renovate, Rent, Repeat
3. Renovate, Rent, Repeat
August 17, 2011
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The Newlywed Nook
2. The Newlywed Nook
August 3, 2011
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Gateway to Savings
1. Gateway to Savings
August 10, 2011
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Description
  • Premiere Date
    April 15, 2009
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (11)