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6 Ways to Spruce Up Your Home on a Budget

Zoocasa by Zoocasa
December 27, 2022
in Affordability, Canada, Home Investment
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If you’re looking for ways to spruce up your home without breaking the bank, you’ve come to the right place. Here are six jaw-dropping ways to update your home without breaking the bank. With creativity and elbow grease, you can achieve professional-looking results without spending a fortune.

1. Paint Your Front Door

One of the quickest and easiest ways to give your home a facelift is to paint your front door. Colour is a great way to add curb appeal and make an excellent first impression on visitors. If your front door looks dull and outdated, consider repainting it in a bright, bold colour. Red is always a popular choice, but any colour that complements your home’s exterior will do the trick. Just be sure to use high-quality paint so your new door colour will last for years.

2. Install New Hardware

Another quick and easy update you can make is to install new hardware throughout your home. Items like door knobs, cabinet pulls, faucets, and light fixtures. Adding new hardware is a great way to add a touch of style and personality to your space without making any permanent changes. Plus, it’s inexpensive to update an old piece of furniture or cabinets. Just be sure to choose hardware that coordinates with the existing style of your home.

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3. Create Accent Walls

If you’re looking for a more significant project to make a statement, consider creating accent walls in strategic areas throughout your home. Accent walls are painted differently or covered in wallpaper or other decorative material. They can help break up a large room and add visual interest. When choosing accent wall colours, go for something bold and eye-catching to complement the rest of your decor. And when it comes time to hang wallpaper, be sure to measure twice and cut once!

4. Update Window Treatments

Window treatments are another great way to add style and personality to your space. If you currently have plain white blinds or boring curtains, consider adding more sophisticated window treatments like plantation shutters or draperies. You can make a significant impact without spending too much money. Plus, new window treatments can help regulate your home’s temperature, saving you money on your energy bills in the long run. Win-win!

5. Accessorize Strategically

Last but not least, don’t forget the power of accessories! A few well-placed accessories can go a long way in transforming the look of any room in your house—and they don’t have to cost much money, either. Get creative and think outside the box regarding accessorizing your space. A simple vase filled with fresh flowers or an antique mirror hung above the fireplace can make all the difference in the world. So go forth and accessorize!

6. Lighten things up with lamps and candles

Lighting can make or break a room, so ensure you have plenty of light sources—and they fit your style! Lamps are inexpensive to add light and personality to any room, so hit up some thrift stores or garage sales and see what you can find. Candles are another great option, especially if you opt for unscented candles not to overwhelm any senses other than sight!

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These six incredible low-cost home improvement ideas can get polished results without breaking the bank with a bit of imagination and hard work. What are you waiting for, then? Start sprucing!

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