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We love to see homes transformed into spaces that are usable and enjoyed by the family. A complete remodel of any room in a house can cost thousands of dollars.
The good news is there are several cost-friendly DIY projects you can complete in your house. These upgrades will create a more inviting atmosphere, help achieve an aesthetic you’ve longed for, or make a space more usable for you and your family.
Let’s go on a tour of your home and discover a variety of projects you can complete for less than $1,000. The best part is that there is no contractor needed! Get ready to get your hands dirty and put an investment of sweat and hard work into the place you call home.
Being home starts by walking through the door. Give off a good first impression with a front door that helps set the tone and style of a home. A door replacement makes a big impact. Consider adding unique handles and fresh color of paint to stand out from the other houses on the block. Complete the entry with a friendly welcome mat and a pop of color with potted or hanging plants.
Consider a fiberglass door if durability is what you need. Steel doors are a solid choice for safety. Go with an all-glass door to lift your spirits with more natural light.
The kitchen is a space to come together as a family. We get it, you probably have days of too much family lately as you work from home and shuffle the kids around a wild school schedule. Now, more than ever, you need a kitchen that can be multi-functional. Consider adding a stationary or portable island.
A kitchen island allows for extra seating to act as a desk by day and a dining table by night. You’ll also gain more storage space for your cluttered cupboards.
Another option is to paint your cabinets. It’s amazing how a coat of paint can completely transform the look and feel of your kitchen. Painting cabinets isn’t terribly difficult, but you’ll want to be sure to give yourself some time (and patience!) to complete the entire kitchen.
Upgrade your outdated light fixtures to stylish pendants or chandeliers. There is an endless number of lighting options available online and in stores. Lights can be upgraded in your bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, dining room, and family room. Have some fun and choose something that feels like home.
Beyond swapping out the lights above your head, consider adding a floor lamp. This allows you to light a specific portion of the room for reading and relaxing. Plus, you can set a different tone by using a floor lamp instead of overhead lights.
Bathrooms are a compact space and offer many options for improvements under $1,000. Change up your mirror by swapping out the rectangle for an oval or vice versa.
Tiling the floor and or shower is another great option to change the feel of your bathroom. You’ll need a little know-how with this, but it’s certainly an achievable DIY project.
Other cosmetic changes include a new shower curtain, add shelving, and upgrade the hardware such as towel racks and cabinet nobs.
Finally, look at the vanity. If you need more storage or counter space, replacing the vanity is an affordable option.
Allow artwork to take over your walls and make a house a home. There are so many varieties and styles of art that will make your house one-of-a-kind. Artwork adds color and dynamic to any room in the house. Mix a variety of shapes and sizes or go with a more symmetrical look. Aside from art, consider floating shelves or a built-in bookshelf.
Make your lawn pop with flowers, shrubs, potted plants, trees, and lawn ornaments. Have some fun coming up with a layout you can enjoy while giving your home a curb-appeal boost. You can even install a small patio with pavers on a $1,000 budget.
It can be hard to tell how much dirt and grim are built up in your carpet and rugs. A carpet shampooer can be purchased for well below $1,000 and will pay you back for years to come. Give your carpet new life and a fresh look with a deep clean.
We hope this list gets your creative juices flowing on what you can accomplish for home improvement on a budget. Have some fun with your small-scale DIY projects. If you discover that you have needs beyond these mostly cosmetic adjustments, get in touch with our team. We love to create home environments that help you make memories with your family and friends! Fill out a form online or give us a call to start the discussion of a home remodel.