Looking for some simple DIY projects to update your home? You don’t need a large budget to recreate your home. Investing in basic DIY projects will make a big difference in how your home looks and feels. Try these easy DIYs and add your own personal touch to your home.
Painting Interior Walls
Are the interior walls in your home painted an ugly hue? Are your walls covered in peeling, outdated wallpaper? Repainting the walls in your home is a wonderful way to give that instantly “wow” factor. If you plan on selling your home in the near future, painting your walls a neutral color such as white, beige, or grey is a great idea. Neutral shades typically appeal to the majority of homebuyers.
If you’re living in your forever home, pick colors that you adore. If your home has a separate dining room, try painting this space a dark shade of blue for a formal, upscale look. To create a serene atmosphere in your bedroom, avoid painting it an excessively bright color. Light greens, blues, and yellows are soothing choices for bedrooms. If you’re the parent of little ones, you can add interest to the walls in their bedrooms by painting stripes, murals or decals.
Installing a Kitchen Backsplash
Is your kitchen the heart of your home? If you spend a lot of your time in the kitchen, you likely want it to be both functional and stylish. You can accomplish this task by installing a backsplash. This feature will protect your walls from becoming spattered with grease and other food products. It can also add a pop of color and texture to your space.
If you gravitate toward traditional designs, consider installing white subway tiles. For a modern look, try installing glass mosaic tiles or stainless steel. If your DIY skills are minimal, try using adhesive tiles. Stick the adhesive titles where you want your backsplash to go and your space will be easily updated.
Replacing Cabinet Hardware
Do you want to instantly update your kitchen or bathrooms without breaking the bank? Instead of replacing cabinetry, merely install new hardware on your existing cabinets. To create a modern look, consider purchasing sleek pulls constructed from stainless steel or chrome. To transform your space into a French country inspired oasis, invest in pulls and knobs made from oil rubbed bronze. Cabinet hardware constructed from brushed or satin nickel looks amazing in a traditional or a contemporary home.
Installing New Flooring
Has the flooring in your home seen better days? Do you have more stains on your carpet than you can count? Is your outdated linoleum flooring ripped in more than one place? Replacing worn floors in your home can completely transform the way it looks. Depending on your lifestyle, you might want to put down new carpeting, hardwood, laminate, tile or vinyl flooring.
If you’re the parent of a baby or toddler, carpeting is a great choice. It creates a soft landing for your little ones when they fall. Nothing compares to the natural beauty of hardwood flooring. Although hardwood floors are prone to scratches, they can be refinished every few years. Laminate and vinyl floors are an affordable alternative to hardwood flooring. They’re more scratch and water resistant. Nowadays, you can purchase laminate and vinyl flooring that looks strikingly similar to real hardwood flooring. Tile is a great, durable option for kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms.
With all of the innovative products on the market and easy access to helpful DIY videos, blogs, and articles, installing new flooring is easier than ever before. By completing your flooring yourself you’ll save money on labor and be proud that you made your space look so beautiful.
Finishing a Basement
Is your family bursting at the seams in your home? If you desperately need more living space in your place, consider finishing your basement. This DIY project will provide you with much needed square footage. Besides making your family members’ lives more comfortable, finishing a basement will also increase the value of your home. Depending on the size and configuration of your basement, you might want to turn it into a large living room, bedroom, bathroom, or home office.
Since basements are more prone to moisture than other areas of the home, install laminate or vinyl flooring rather than hardwood flooring in this space. If your unfinished basement lacks adequate natural lighting, consider installing more windows. Hang bright furnishings and choose light paint colors for this area of your home.
A home is where a family celebrates birthdays, watches movies and catches up on each other’s days. If you want to make your home a place to retreat to after a long, stressful day, try considering one of these simple DIY projects.
