Redesigns or remodels can leave homeowners with a hole in their pocket. What start as great ideas can quickly snowball into significant expenses. But sprucing up your home doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.
Here are some home improvement projects that aren’t incredibly time consuming. Some can easily be accomplished for $100 or less. The rest aren’t much more expensive, and will help keep your home fresh while you are saving up for a major remodel.
Kitchen Updates
Kitchen Cabinet Painting
Update your kitchen cabinets by painting them a fresh, modern color. You might also consider painting the top and bottom half of your kitchen cabinets with two complimentary colors to add dimension and depth.
Easy Backsplash
Peel-and-stick backsplashes are simple, inexpensive and can look just as professional as traditional grout and tile or stone installations. You can also install vinyl wallpaper on a backsplash or kitchen wall.
If you’re looking to go big and also replace your countertops, take a look at Countertops: Which Choice Is Best for You?
Update Lighting Fixtures
Remove your old and dated light fixtures and replace them with options that are inexpensive, yet stylish. You can also refresh your baths or other areas of your home by updating lighting.
Install Track Lighting
Add track lighting under your cabinets to brighten the room.
Hardware Upgrade
Replace your drawer and door handles/knobs with fresh designs to spice up your living space.
Replace Your Faucet
While most kitchen faucets will cost $200-$600, with careful shopping you can find some in the $100 to $150 range.
Bathroom Updates
Many of those inexpensive kitchen renovations will work equally well in the bathroom. You can paint or re-stain the cabinets, replace the hardware or update lighting to give your bathroom a new look. Here are a few other, inexpensive ways to revamp your bathroom.
Mirror Renewal
Replace a de-silvered mirror or frame one that’s in good shape. You can find inexpensive, framed mirrors at major hardware stores or online. If your mirror is in good shape, you can also buy a frame kit or make your own frame.
Refresh the Walls
A fresh coat of paint or fun, new wallpaper even if it’s just on one accent wall can give your bathroom a whole new feel. You can also add wood paneling like wainscoting, beadboard or shiplap.
Accessorize
Revitalize your bath with a new shower curtain, window treatment, rug, towels or storage units.
Updates to Other Parts of Your Home
Outdoor Walkways
Adding a stone or wood path in your yard is an inexpensive way to liven up an outdoor space.
Entryway Ideas
Add hooks/hangers, benches and overhead storage space to create a welcoming entryway for you and your guests.
Closet Organization
Consider adding bins and drawers to your closet space to keep your clothes organized and to brighten your mood.
Climate Control
Not only are programmable thermostats inexpensive, but they will also save you money down the road by controlling your home’s energy output.