Easy Home Renovations to Improve Your Living Spaces

Easy Renovations to Upgrade Your Home

If you’ve been living in the same house for years, it may be starting to feel a bit dull. A few easy home renovations will revive your living spaces. Updating your home doesn’t have to be expensive or involve intensive labor. There are several things you can do that are cost-effective and simple, yet impactful.

Choosing an Area to Update

You may have read that kitchen remodels offer the largest return-on-investment or that a buyer will be more interested in a house with outdoor living spaces. However, unless you’re planning to put your home on the market, keep in mind that you are renovating for your family and yourself. You will enjoy your home more when you’ve tackled the projects that you care most about.

When you walk into the house, which area catches your eye? Perhaps, when bringing groceries in from the car, you notice the cabinetry in the kitchen is faded, scratched, and worn. Is your front porch welcoming? If not, maybe it’s time for an update. Choose areas of the home to update that you use often. The kitchen is always a great place to start making improvements. Maybe you want a bathroom that feels like a luxury spa or your whole home needs new floors. Identify what needs the most improvement and focus your efforts there.

Easy Home Renovations to Suit Any Budget

Here is a list of relatively inexpensive, easy renovations that can be completed in a weekend or two.

• Painting cabinets works wonders for a kitchen. It’s a logical project when you don’t have the budget for all new cabinets.
• Windows are easy to improve by installing new drapes or blinds to complement the room. If the trim and window sills are showing wear, give them a fresh coat of paint. While you’re improving the windows, check for drafts and fill gaps and cracks with caulk. You’ll make the home more energy-efficient and reduce heating costs this winter.
• The backsplash in a kitchen helps protect the walls from stains and splashes. To add life to your kitchen, install a new backsplash. Backsplash adds personality to the room and you’ll have a wide selection of materials to choose from.
• Install a low-flow showerhead. You’ll save water without having to shorten your showers.
• Update your bedroom by painting the dresser and bedside table in a bold new color. Alternatively, sand and re-stain them if they’re solid wood. Your furniture will look like new.
• Add value to your home by adding an island in the kitchen. You’ll enjoy more counter space and storage.
• Foam crown molding is easy to install and adds character to a home. This simple improvement makes a room feel taller.

Do it Yourself

There’s no reason to dread home renovation projects. You can find online resources that offer tutorials and videos that provide step-by-step instructions. By tackling projects yourself, you will also save money and feel pride in a job well done.

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