Many people are spending more time at home because of the coronavirus pandemic. You may have plenty of time but a small budget for projects. Here are some DIY home renovations that are impactful, easy, and inexpensive to complete so that you can stay productive at home.
DIY Baseboard Trick
Wide baseboards make a home look more luxurious. However, installing wide baseboards can get expensive quickly because of material costs. One clever DIY home renovation gives this appearance inexpensively.
Install a thin strip of wood a few inches above the existing baseboard and then paint the whole area the trim color. The result is the illusion of one thick, textured panel. Your home will feel more upscale after tackling this project.
DIY Home Renovations: Adding Frames to Mirrors
Look at the mirrors in your home and make a list of those that are mounted to the wall with no frame or an unattractive frame. Add framing to the mirrors over sinks in bathrooms and on any other walls. This is a simple project that adds class to any room.
Backsplash
Backsplashes add character to a kitchen or bathroom and make the walls easier to clean. Adding a backsplash is a weekend project that can increase your home’s value.
The easiest and least expensive method of adding a backsplash is using peel and stick tiles. Applying porcelain or ceramic tiles with mortar requires more time and skill, but yields great results if you are up to the challenge.
DIY Home Renovations for Cabinets
Cabinets take up a lot of real estate in the kitchen, so they have a big influence on the aesthetics of the room. Painting cabinets is another simple yet impactful DIY home renovation that can transform a kitchen or bathroom.
If your cabinets are unpainted or if the paint is chipping, make them look brand new with a fresh coat of paint. White is a popular choice for cabinets that will update and modernize your kitchen.
Paint Sinks and Tubs
Pastel-colored tubs were popular years ago but look dated today. Also, over time the finish on tubs and sinks can start to chip off or become stained. Use a special tub and tile epoxy/acrylic blend to paint sinks and tubs white. Your bathroom will look newer and cleaner after completing this DIY home renovation.
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