Most people have considered renovating their homes but are deterred because they think it’ll cost much. It is a common misconception. A home improvement project doesn’t have to be large scale and expensive.
These ten fun home renovation ideas listed below are proof of this. They’re small and can be accomplished in a single weekend by two people also. Continue reading here to find out what improvements you could make to your home this weekend.
Why take on a home renovation project?
Renovation projects give you and your family a weekend of fun and productivity. Even your children can help you with the smaller tasks that don’t involve sharp tools. It will not only create a healthy bond but also help in staying busy and creating a brand new space.
You’ll feel amazing once your project gets over. It will give you the feeling of “newness” that will give you a sense of pride for upcoming months.
Redo your half bath
If you have a guest bathroom which is downstairs, it’s likely doesn’t get a lot of love. It’s the bathroom your guests will see more often, so maybe it’s time to renovate it. Start by painting it, and adding 15 different bathroom accessories like rugs, curtains, side-table, sink, etc. Make sure when you paint your walls, you use vibrant colors as they work well in a small space.
Update your kitchen partially
It’s not compulsory to update everything in your kitchen during your renovation project. You can make some small changes like adding a countertop, removing the door of the cabinets and adding a wine cellar, replacing backsplash wallpaper, and much more. Making this change will be of great difference.
Try installing new cabinets or refinishing the old ones. Moreover, you could create a new island for more counter space or remove one for more floor space. These simple changes will make your kitchen all new.
Replace your front door
Don’t underestimate your front door’s power, as it’s the first thing people see when they visit your place. If’s it ugly, old and dingy, replace it with a new one or repaint the old one. You can consider a window in your front door to let in more natural light. The windows can be glazed to maintain privacy.
Power wash or seal your deck
Your deck finish could be worn down due to the climate and natural elements like snow, rain, and sun. Most of the decks need power wash and sealing every 1 to 2 years. Thankfully, you can do it on your own by hiring a power washer.
Just be sure about the weather forecast to ensure that the weather will be dry for at least two days after you finish your deck wash.
Color your ceiling
When people look for low-hanging renovation projects, they always think about doing accent walls. What most people don’t think of is throwing a fresh coat of paint on the ceiling of their room. Accent ceiling is now the trend and becoming popular. It can transform the whole look and feel of your roof. All you need to tackle this job is an extended paint roller, lots of plastic or old newspaper to protect the floor, and the willingness to get messy.
Organized space
If your kitchen or other rooms needs more storage space and a little decorative touch, then add some molding to the upper cabinets. Every time you organize or de-clutter your unused space, it gives you a feeling of a weight being lifted off your shoulder.
The act of throwing away and ideally donating items, which you don’t need will declutter your space. When you have a well-organized space, it relieves stress, and it makes it much faster to find things.
Throw dimmers on your lights
After a tiring working day, everyone wants to walk into a house that has a bright florescent colored lighting. With the help of dimmers, you can create an ambiance that gives you a welcome feeling. It also gives you more control over how much electricity your lights use.
Dimmers are only compatible with certain light bulbs, so you’ll need to ensure that your current set-up is compatible with dimmers before getting too excited. Fortunately, even if your current bulbs aren’t compatible, dimming bulbs are only likely to run a few dollars a bulb.
Bring the outside in
Many Australian cities are lucky to have the sort of climate that lets you enjoy outside activities pretty much all year round. Opening up living spaces to embrace the outdoors is a great way to add life to your house. Add sliding or stacking doors are one of the best ways to upgrade your outdoor area.
If you don’t have any useable outdoor area, you can add a deck or patio with a shade sail. It is the cheapest way of gaining living space, and it will add a lot of value to your property.
Revamp your entryway or hallways
If you’re looking for an easy revamping project, then you can consider revamping your entryway or hallways. By laying down new flooring and painting the walls, it will create a brand new look. You might also find small accent pieces, like the pots in the garden, tables with decorative vase.
Moreover, hang original wall paintings or some antique to add some personal touch.
Give your full bath a half-redo
Redoing your full bath doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing project. You could replace every single piece of inefficient bathroom furniture, like the toilet or shower screen. You must be a wonder how you can clean your shower screen, right? You can clean it with a glass cleaner or some bathroom cleaner.
If everything works correctly, you can also replace the old fixtures like faucets.
Choose a new color and some accessories for your bath. Slap a fresh color coat on your walls and consider replacing the old flooring also. Moreover, before starting, first, pick which renovation you want to do and leave the rest of the part as it is.
Conclusion
There are many other small renovations you could do on your weekends. You’ll feel proud of yourself and the bond you share with your family at the same time. Make sure you go over a checklist before beginning your home renovation project.
Make a list of tools and things you’ll need and buy them in advance if you don’t own them. Because not having the right tools is frustrating and can cause your projects to become a mess.
Author: Mike Morleye
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