3 Simple Home Renovations That Make a Big Difference

Changing the look of your home doesn’t always require weeks of home renovations, living under a layer of dust, and dealing with workers and contractors. There are plenty of home DIYs that you can accomplish yourself that will do a lot to improve your home’s look and feel – without a big dent in your budget or a huge time commitment. Read on to find out how.

Easy Home Renovations You Can DIY

1.      Give the Walls a Fresh Coat of Paint

A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to change the look of a room. Especially if you use color, you can change the mood of your entire living space in a weekend. Not to mention, if your walls are dingy, a coat of paint will do a lot to freshen and brighten the space. Painting is also a project you can save a lot of money on if you do it yourself. It’s not a hard job as long as you have the right supplies (quality rollers, drop cloths, paint brushes, painter’s tape, and a step ladder) and choose a quality paint brand that covers well. Consider painting your walls yourself if your home needs a quick pick-me-up and your budget is tight.

2.      Replace Old Light Fixtures

Old light fixtures can make any room seem dated. They also may be too dim for your space, and they probably have old lightbulbs that aren’t energy-efficient. Switching out a light fixture is an easy way to quickly move your décor into modern territory as well as provide more light. It should only take an afternoon, and as long as you know where your circuit breaker is and have a basic understanding of electrical wiring, you should be golden. If you’re unsure about any of the steps, there are lots of tutorials on the Internet from reputed sources that will help you along. Video tutorials are especially helpful.

3.      Replace Old Cabinet Hardware

If you don’t have the money to replace old kitchen cabinets or do a major renovation, try a small yet effective change and simply switch out the old drawer pulls and knobs. In the scheme of home renovations, this change is relatively inexpensive and can help refresh the look of the room until you have the money to make bigger renovations. All you need is a screwdriver and an afternoon to switch out all the hardware. Choose a modern finish for knobs and pulls, like brass or brushed nickel, to bring your space into the 21^st century.

Home renovations don’t have to mean huge projects and a chunk of money. There are smaller improvements you can make to your home that are simple yet provide a lot of impact. Most will only require an afternoon or a weekend of your time, and the dividends are certainly worth it. You’ll be proud of your handiwork as well as happier with your updated space. Try out a simple, easy home renovation to take small steps toward turning your house into a home.