Does your home feel a little tired and lifeless? Are you craving a refresh but not sure you can afford a big renovation job? We have good news for you – you can refresh your space with a few easy DIY projects! Grab your toolbox this weekend, here are 10 easy home improvement projects that won’t break the bank:
1. Refresh Your Walls with Paint
The simplest and most effective way to makeover a room is with paint. The process is budget-friendly, relatively mess-free (with prep work) and the results are immediate.
Pro Tip: For an extreme change, pick a bold new color. Lighter shades work best in small spaces that seem open. Paint picks should be based on the natural light in the room and on your mood.
2. Upgrade Older Hardware Now
Even cabinet knobs, drawer pulls and even door handles can make a big statement in your kitchen or bathroom design.
Pro Tip: Choose hardware that matches your cabinets and doors. Consider brushed nickel or oil-rubbed bronze for a more traditional look. Bigger, statement pieces work best.
3. Install Tiles for a Beautiful Backsplash
Backsplashes give your walls interest and also protect them from splashes and stains. Peel-and-stick tiles make installing a backsplash easy for even DIY beginners.
Pro Tip: For a modern feel, choose subway tiles in classic white or a cool grey. Geometric patterns or mosaic tiles can add personality.
4. Refresh Your Entryway with a Warm Makeover
You get a first impression of your home from your entryway – give it some TLC! A fresh paint, a decorative doormat and a mirror can make a room feel newer.
Pro Tip: Hang coats and bags on wall hooks. A small table or console with a lamp adds personality and warmth.
5. Greenery with Indoor Plants – Add Some Life
Indoor plants give your space life and color and purify the air too. For a busy bee, go for low maintenance Snake plants, Spider plants or Golden Pothos.
Pro Tip: Consider how much natural light you have for plant selections. Arrange plants of different heights and textures together.
6. Update Your Lighting for More Ambiance and Style
The right lighting can set a room’s mood and function. Swap out dated fixtures for modern pendant lights in your kitchen or install sconces either side of a bathroom mirror for a touch of luxury.
Pro Tip: Dimmer switches allows you to change the light to warm for evenings or bright for daytime tasks.
7. Make a Shiplap Accent Wall – Rustic Touch
Shiplap adds rustic charm to any room. For a cheap accent wall, trim plywood planks to size and nail them to the wall with construction adhesive and nails. Paint the finished wall.
Pro Tip: For something more modern, paint the shiplap white or cool grey. Use reclaimed wood for that farmhouse feel.
8. Store Your Chaos with These Chic Storage Solutions
Clutter can make the most beautiful space seem overwhelming. Invest in pretty storage solutions like decorative baskets, woven bins or stackable shelves.
Pro Tip: Use vertical space by installing wall-mounted shelves or cabinets. Use old furniture – maybe a vintage ladder – as a towel rack in the bathroom or a display shelf in the living room.
9. Update Your Window Treatments for Privacy and Style
Window treatments also control light and temperature. Consider replacing dated blinds with modern curtains or Roman shades.
Pro Tip: Layering sheer curtains over blinds gives both privacy and light control. In smaller areas choose light and airy fabrics that make the space appear more open.
10. Make a Cozy Corner with Throw Pillows and Blankets
Adding throw pillows and blankets to your furniture is a quick and easy way to add color, pattern and texture to your space for a low price. You could also spruce your bedroom by adding personalized materials like a pillow case, curtains, and even a custom photo blanket to make your space look more like you. It also creates a warm feeling.
