What's a Simple Way to Transform the Rooms in my Home that Won't Cost a Lot of Money?
Q: What's a simple way to transform the rooms in my home that won't cost a lot of money?
A: Many people think that it has to be costly to transform the look of the rooms in your home, but a few simple do-it-yourself projects can give a whole new feel to those rooms!
Here are 3 smaller projects you can tackle in a single weekend, if you choose to:
1. Update a Lighting Fixture
The lighting fixture is one of the most prominent fixtures in a room, and updating it to something new is probably easier than you think. Remember to turn off the power to the fixture on your circuit breaker before you begin, then it’s simple to go down with the old and up with the new (or just take the old one down and give it a new coat of paint). While you’re updating your light, make sure to install an energy efficient bulb in the fixture!
2. Replace Cabinet & Drawer Hardware
How long have you been using the same hardware in your kitchen and bathroom? These knobs and handles are something you probably interact with several times a day, so changing them to something new can be a refreshing update. Note how many you'll need for the room you choose to update, and make sure to buy a few extra, just in case. Then it’s as easy as grabbing a screwdriver to get your new look! (Just make sure to get new hardware with the same number of screws and at the same distance as the old – otherwise you'll need to drill holes in your cabinets, adding to the complexity of the project.)
3. Paint an Accent Wall
An accent wall is a great way to add a pop of colour to a room without overstimulating its inhabitants. Choose a small wall – typically one of the first that you see upon entering the room. Estimate the square footage of the wall to ensure that you purchase the right amount of paint, and make sure that you purchase a few drop cloths to protect your carpet and furniture while you do the painting (drop cloths can even be found at the dollar store, or use a set of old sheets). What’s nice about this project is that the hardest part of painting an accent wall is picking out the colour… or maybe moving a few pieces of furniture out of the way. Once you do that, you’re only a few hours away from a totally transformed space!
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