Even if you’re not doing home renovations every weekend, you most likely have a wish list of DIY projects you’d like to achieve if you have the time and money to do so. Perhaps you’ve been planning to install new floor tile spacers or refresh your front door with a new coat of paint.
Fortunately, you don’t need a thousand dollars to realize your home’s potential. Plenty of home ideas cost $100 (or less) to complete, but they can make your home look like a million bucks!
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A simple update on the items you already own should do the trick. Whether it’s adding a frame to your mirror or placing creative beauty photography snapshots around your home, these small budget-big impact changes can make your dream home more affordable than you thought.
In the Kitchen
Change the Backsplash
Add a punch of color or pattern in the kitchen by changing your worn-out backsplash. With options for stone, tile, ceramic, glass, and beaded board, you have numerous opportunities to find the right material that suits your budget.
Another budget-friendly option is to only install a backsplash in an area that requires more protection, such as near the skin or behind the range.
New Countertops
Most kitchen renovations include fixing countertops, cabinets, and other fixtures. As a result, homeowners end up paying five-digits for kitchen renovations. But if your cabinets are in good shape, feel free to install new countertops. After all, these installations are one of the must-haves in your house.
To save more money, consider the square footage of your countertops. The smaller the square footage you have to cover, the lower the cost, which means you have more room in your budget. If you want to save more, ask your local tile and stone company about remnants or seconds.
Add a Faux Island
Stand-alone cabinets or tables are budget-friendly features for island-less kitchens. All you have to do is install rolling casters so you can easily move the pieces. The more extra features you add (e.g. a cabinet with drawers), the more expensive your DIY project will be. If you have an unused piece of furniture, you can turn it into an island.
In the Living Room
Change the Window Treatments
New shades, new fabric or a combination of the two refreshes any living rooms. If you don’t have the budget for new curtains, there are plenty of DIY options to hide older windows. Save more money by reusing existing curtain rings and rods.
Update Flooring
There are plenty of peel-and-stick floor options that thin enough so you don’t have to remove your existing flooring. Even if the floor should come off, a new flooring project guarantees long-term results so you won’t spend more in the long run.
Install Dimmers
If your house has scarce overhead lighting, achieving the right balance of light proves impossible. This is a common concern for older houses with fewer outlets for side and floor lamps. If this is the case for your home, install a dimmer switch. This is a quick solution: easily brighten a room when accomplishing tasks, as well as darken the room for soft and ambient lighting – perfect for lounging around.
In the Bedroom
Add a Headboard
One of the best ways to update your bedroom is the addition of a headboard, whether it’s dramatic and oversize or small and stately. If you want to buy a new one, it can be expensive. Maximize your decorating opportunities by choosing a DIY headboard.
Add Interest to Ceilings or Walls
You don’t need power tools to add trim or wainscoting to dull bedroom ceilings or walls. Give your bedroom the illusion of wainscoting by applying lumber or trim to an area of the wall, giving it an outline. Next, use the paint to tie the trim and wall together to achieve a high-end look. Finally, choose prefinished millwork to cut down on labor time.
In the Dining Room
Install New Lights
Dining rooms often fall victim to light fixture concerns. Sometimes, the room is too bright; other times, the room is too dark. A bit of DIY electrical can give your dining room a game-changing focal point. Instead of settling for the traditional chandelier, go for pendants! Also, if you need help with electrical know-how, consult with your local electrician.
Improve the Room with Built-In Structure
Give more attention to obscured spaces in your home (e.g. the back panel or wall behind the shelves). These are the best spots to add bursts of color with wallpaper or a fresh coat of paint.
You don’t need a thousand dollars to transform your home. With $100 or less, you can add life to your house. oy, the renovations!Enjoy
