Sunday, December 06, 2020

Easy Budget-Friendly Home Improvement Ideas

 


Easy Budget-Friendly Home Improvement Ideas 

 

Home improvements are often one of those things that go to the bottom of the to-do list, usually due to budget restrictions. Plus, with Christmas coming up, who has the extra cash to splash on refreshing the interior of your home? However, it is possible to make some changes around the house without breaking the bank. 

 

If you’re thinking about undertaking some home renovations over the holiday season or in the New Year, check out these handy tips to keep the costs down.

Fresh paint

 

It’s surprising just how much a splash of fresh paint can change the look and feel of a room. If you’ve had the same color for a while, it will possibly look a little drab and lackluster, so mix it up a little with a new shade. You don’t have to paint the whole house either if the budget doesn’t allow it. Just start with a few rooms and work your way around over a longer period. 

Revamp flooring

 

Flooring is often one of the more costly home renovation tasks to complete, but it doesn’thave to be. The options for flooring typically include tiling, laminate, and solid wood floors. However, have you ever considered revamping the space with tile stencils? This cost-effective method recreates the look of different types of tiles, but they’re painted on. There are so many designs to choose from, including mosaics, traditional and harlequin styles, so you can mix it up as you wish. 

Upcycle old furniture

 

Furniture is generally another area that includes significant investment, especially if you’relooking to update everything. A way to get around this is to use what you’ve already got but tailor it to your new interior theme. Most old furniture can be modernized or even made to look vintage chic with some creativity and a lick of paint. Check out inspiration from Pinterest or online home magazines to see the types of designs that would look perfect with your new renovation ideas. 

Revamp the staircase

 

Staircases are a feature of homes that often get left by the wayside. However, this area can make your home really pop if you revamp it into a focal feature. If you have an open staircase with railings, consider repainting it or replacing the handrails. For closed staircases, why not add a gallery feature to the walls on either side and update the stairs with a stair runner.

Update your lighting

 

Lighting is a great way to change the look and feel of a room with the most modest adjustments. The brightness and color of the bulbs in light fittings can make or break the ambiance. Plus, some rooms lend themselves to a focal piece, such as a sizeable floor-standing lamp. The possibilities are endless with creative lighting ideas, and you can change a room from being a cozy nook to modern chic in the flick of a switch. 

 

These are just a few ways to update your home on a budget; why not try a few out and see how they could transform your space.

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