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We all desire to have a comfortable and stunning home. However, many of us come across many home improvement projects that are either too difficult or expensive to implement, and that’s why we end up putting off these projects. If you’ve been facing the same problem, then you came to the right place. After conducting a thorough research, I managed to narrow down to five amazingly simple and inexpensive projects that any homeowner, including you, can implement. They include the following:
Repaint your kitchen
Assess your kitchen and find out the areas that need a fresh coat of paint. Are the walls fresh? Is the island still exciting? Are the cabinets as attractive as they were when you moved in? A kitchen island is often one of the most attractive things in modern kitchens. If yours doesn’t look attractive anymore, you should paint it. As you do so, consider using a rich color that is different from the rest of your cabinetry. You can also add a fresh color to your cabinetry to improve their look. All you need to complete this project are a few sanding materials, drop cloths, cabinet-friendly paint and a little effort.
Install or upgrade a pool safety fence
If you have a backyard pool, you need to ensure you have a robust and attractive pool safety fence to protect your children and pets from falling into the water, and keep intruders away. Pool fences also provide homeowners some peace of mind when they’re not at home. If you have kids and pets, it’s possible to keep worrying that something will happen when you’re not around because kids and pets are always at risk of falling into swimming pools if they wander too close.
When you install or upgrade your pool fence, consider using materials that can withstand the harsh weather and the test of time, and still add an aesthetic appeal to your backyard. One of the best materials you can choose is aluminum. It’s sturdy, difficult to climb over, and it doesn’t corrode easily.
Improve your insulation
If you want to feel more comfortable, pay less energy bills, experience less HVAC system repairs, soundproof your rooms and become more eco-friendly, you should consider upgrading your home’s insulation. In the summer months, your home can remain cool, and warm in the winter months without having to crank up your heating or cooling units if your insulation is done properly. Moreover, you can save up to 30% of your energy if you insulate your home. Remember that air leaks around the doors and windows, especially in the attic or basement, often lead to massive energy wastage. As a result, your HVAC system has to work harder to maintain the right temperature within your home, leading to more repairs and higher energy bills.
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint, insulating your home can help you achieve that quite effectively because it allows you to use less energy. By consuming less energy, you essentially reduce the demand for energy, and, subsequently, the energy production and emissions from the energy manufacturing plants.
Adding a fresh set of lighting
One of the quickest ways of improving your home’s ambience is adding new lights. Proper lighting can bring a dull room or home to life. If you have boring, poor lit rooms that look dark, small and cramped, then you need to invest in a few lively lights. Of course, there are many ways to use lights to brighten up your home, and some of those I’d recommend are floor lamps and table lamps.
Once you get your nice set of tall floor lamps, for instance, strategically place them in all your dark corners, and see how warm, cozy and welcoming the room becomes. If you want to take the effect one notch higher, remove all the current ceiling lighting fixtures and replace them with the modern, state-of-the-art fixtures, such as the mini and multi-tiered pendants and stylish chandeliers. Improving your home’s lighting can help you manage stress better, sleep better and enjoy a host of other benefits.
Conclusion
If you’ve been thinking of improving your home, this is the best time to do it. As you think of the first projects to start with, remember that home upgrades don’t just make a home comfortable and stunning, they also improve its value.
