Home improvements projects add value and can be costly if they go over budget, but do-it-yourself remodeling and decorating projects offer cost-cutting solutions that can make your house feel brand new again without breaking the bank.
Crown molding, an easy DIY project requiring no woodworking skills whatsoever, is an excellent example. Other examples would be painting your interior or exterior space or power washing it to give your property new life.
Feature Wall
A feature wall can make any room memorable by using colour, texture or material treatment to draw the eye and highlight specific spaces within an open plan layout; or define living from bedroom spaces within one. It can even help demarcate an open living area from separate one-bedroom suites within an apartment complex.
Contrasting colors can add interest and contrast to a feature wall, but Dervla suggests choosing complementary hues instead. Juniper Whorl or rich jewel tones navy are excellent options to consider for such walls.
Make an impressive wood accent wall that will impress guests with this budget-friendly DIY project! By placing 1×2 boards randomly but pleasingly, this decorative focal point adds interest and beauty to any room in which it stands.
Ceiling
Many homeowners are turning to DIY home improvement projects in order to save money and complete projects efficiently. Thanks to websites such as Pinterest and HGTV, plenty of decorating and remodeling ideas and tips are readily available for homeowners pursuing such endeavors.
Unfortunately, many DIY projects are more challenging than they appear. Two particularly difficult DIY tasks include refinishing hardwood floors and installing drywall; another project which often becomes more complicated than expected is ceiling replacement – as this requires spending considerable time up a ladder above your head!
Crown Molding
Crown molding gives your walls the finished and elegant appearance they deserve, whether you are replacing old trim or installing it for the first time. Choose a style that complements other pieces in the room such as baseboards and door or window casings, choosing from many moldings featuring decorative features like dentils, leaves or curls to find one you like best.
Installing crown molding varies in complexity, with wood being the hardest for DIYers to work with. Plastic and foam options with corner blocks make the installation process much simpler, while hollow crown molding offers another great way of concealing wiring when upgrading your home.
Hardwood Floors
Hardwood floors add timeless style and convenience to your home, being easy to maintain with minimal upkeep required – something busy households greatly value! Dirt, crumbs, food spills and debris are easily cleaned away using either a mop or broom.
Potential buyers tend to be drawn in by hardwood floors, making your home easier to sell quickly. Most allergy sufferers appreciate hardwood flooring since carpet traps allergens. Furthermore, hardwood is softer underfoot than carpet and helps minimize noise created by furniture and foot traffic squeaks and echos.
Laminate Floors
Laminate floors have become an increasingly popular way for homeowners to add style and value to their home without incurring the high costs associated with solid wood or stone flooring. They are easy to keep clean while being resistant to scratches, scuffs, UV fade and UV-fading – an attractive feature at an economical price point.
The laminate’s protective layer is specifically designed to withstand wear and tear caused by pets, children’s toys, furniture legs, vacuum cleaners and other household items. Furthermore, this layer protects decorative papers against stains, moisture damage and UV radiation that could cause color fading.
Laminates are water-resistant materials, making them suitable for areas like kitchens or WCs where there may be spillages and humidity fluctuations that need to be controlled.
Appliance Upgrades
Upgrades to home appliances can be an economical way to increase both its value and functionality, as well as saving you money during daily living expenses. Many of the most commonly chosen upgrades are energy-saving models which may save money as well.
Pinterest and Houzz offer DIY remodeling and decorating inspiration at your fingertips, with step-by-step instructions available for nearly every project imaginable. Simple projects could include upgrading builder-basic outlet covers, light switches or doorknobs with ones more suited to your personal taste – making a big impactful statement in an instant!
Based on your goals, upgrading the appliances of your home before listing it for sale could yield the maximum return. Follow these tips to maximize that investment.
Painting
Homeowners typically find great success tackling DIY painting projects themselves. Paint is relatively affordable and straightforward to apply if you follow all of the necessary steps.
Proper preparation involves cleaning the walls, using painter’s tape to protect trim and doorknobs and floors, using quality paint (Benjamin Moore Aura or Regal Select Interior is recommended), touch ups can easily be achieved using damp cloths, and painting can add value and enhance living in your home.
