After having the dame decor for a while, you may be wanting to implement some changes to enliven the decor or make your home more functional. You don’t have to wait until you have the money and time for a large renovation project. Small changes can make a big difference in how your home looks, feels and functions. Listed below are 12 changes you might want to consider making to your home. These changes are not budget breakers and do not require that you be an expert in DIY projects.
Changing Hardware Within Your Home
The first thing that comes to mind when you think of changing hardware is your kitchen and bathroom cabinets and drawer pulls. You can expand this change to include updating hardware on bedroom furniture and accent tables.
Change The Bathroom Vanity
Replacing your outdated vanity with a more current style will have a positive impact on your bathroom design. As a DIY project, you might want to consider converting a vintage chest into a bathroom vanity.
Change The Toilet
Adding a toilet with a newer, elongated design and a higher seat will give your entire bathroom a sophisticated, modern appearance and make it more comfortable.
Paint
Repainting any room is one of the easiest, quickest and more budget-friendly ways to change the appearance of a room. Choose from a color palette that includes shades and hues that are currently popular and distinctly different from what you presently have.
Flooring
Recover your old flooring with carpet, carpet squares, tile or various other popular materials. If that project is too daunting, simply add accent rugs or replace old area rugs with new ones in trendy designs and popular material options.
Slipcovers
Give your living room furniture a facelift with slipcovers.
Lighting
Replace outdated light fixtures with newer designs. Replace old lamps shades with more stylish shades.
Enhance Appliances
Do mismatched appliances make your kitchen unattractive? When new appliances are not in the budget, appliance panel covers are a more affordable way to make all of your appliances coordinate. This will dramatically improve the appearance of your kitchen.
Storage
Clearing away the clutter in your house will make a definite difference in the attractiveness of each room. Invest in some storage furniture, storage systems and functional accessories.
Wall Art
You can make a noticeable difference in the atmosphere of a room by changing the wall art. Wall decals and wall words are an inexpensive, easy DIY project. Use tile to create a wall mosaic or to outline an architectural feature.
Paint The Front Door
You will be pleasantly amazed at the impact a fresh coat of paint in a new color can have on your front door and on the overall appearance of your home.
Curb Appeal
Spruce up the exterior of your home so that when you return home each day, you are greeted in a welcoming manner. Add some plants or flowers. Invest in some exterior lighting.
In a short amount of time and often for a reasonable investment, you can make numerous changes to your home that will have a positive impact on its appearance and functionality. A home needs to be frequently updated and energized. Making small changes is the ideal way to enliven a decor and increase the functionality of a home.
Greg Kelley has worked as a general contractor for the past 12 years and loves to share his knowledge with others.
Citations:
Information on bathroom vanities from PremiereVanities.com
Home remodel tips from ThisOldHouse.com
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