When you hear the words “home improvement”, you probably think “expensive”, and “very difficult”. However, you can update your home without emptying your wallet, and without calling in for help. All it takes is a little knowledge and a lot of hard work. This article will help you get started.
1. There are two types of rooms that benefit more from upgrades than anything else: kitchens and bathrooms. While a full remodel may not be in the cards, you can easily update your kitchen and bathrooms on the cheap. Invest in small upgrades, like a new toilet seat or new fixtures for your cabinets. Refresh your cabinets by painting them, and replace your bathroom floors with cheap, easy to install vinyl tile. Both rooms will look like new in no time!
2. Do you want new appliances, but can’t afford to shell out for them? Sadly, there’s no trick to getting brand new appliances for cheap, but you can make old appliances look new again! Contact your manufacturer and see about getting new doors or face plates for your worn old appliances. They’re easy to install, and will make old appliances look like you just took the stickers off.
3. Painting isn’t always fun, but it’s one of the most cost efficient ways to give your home a new look. Pick neutral colors that aren’t a shade of white – something that will brighten up a room and add a little dimension. Rooms will look cleaner, brighter, and more visitor friendly.
4. Take the time to give your carpeting a deep cleaning. Even though you probably keep your carpets clean, you’d be amazed at how much cleaner you can get them. Rent or borrow a carpet cleaner, and take the time to really scrub your carpeting down. It’ll look like you installed brand new carpeting throughout your house.
5. Update your light fixtures! Whether your home is full of dull recessed lights, or just has fixtures that don’t match your personality, new fixtures can make your home look more vibrant and stylish. It’s easy to install a light fixture, and they can often be purchased at a very low cost. Some stores even sell pre-owned fixtures that are like new.
6. Give your front door a repainting! One of the first things people will see when looking at your house is your front door, and a dingy coat of paint can be a big turn off. Pick a lovely, eye-catching color like blue or red that will compliment your home and make it look extra inviting. If you really want to take your door to the next level, you can also update your door knob.
7. Find ways to add more storage space! Are your closets cramped? Install a few simple shelves. Is your garage completely unorganized? Attach a new shelving system to the wall. You’ll be amazed at how much your quality of life improves when you have all the storage space you need.
Home improvement doesn’t have to eat up all your time and money. With the tips in this article, you can freshen up your house without letting your projects take over your life. Soon, people will be wondering how you afforded all those upgrades!
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