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Is it time for a few home updates? Tired of looking at the same old wall or floors? As much as a refresh sounds great, a full renovation just isn’t always on the table or within the budget!
However, that doesn’t mean you can’t transform your home. With a few smart choices and a little creativity, you can achieve a stunning transformation without spending the big bucks.
These home makeover tips aren’t just budget-friendly, they are easy and perfect to use in any space. Give them a try to give your home a fresh, new look on a shoestring budget.
1. Upgrade your flooring with durable options that last
Upgrading your flooring can make a huge impact on your home’s style and efficiency. Modern flooring solutions, like hybrid and luxury vinyl plank flooring, are durable options, while still being stylish and easy to maintain. Plus, they’re ideal for busy households with pets or kids as they better withstand wear and tear. Better yet – you can find flooring options in a range of colours and finishes, including timber -look vinyl flooring to suit your interior design.
You can also place rugs to create a soft texture underfoot, while also adding another element of design to your space. Experiment with different textures and styles to create a fresh new look that’s easy to switch up.
2. Embrace the power of paint
A fresh coat of paint is one of the most effective, inexpensive ways to update your home. While it can be tempting to stick to the safety of white walls if you’re on a budget, experimenting with colour can really transform your space. A bold statement wall or even swapping to a neutral, calming hue throughout can breathe new life into your bedroom, living room, bathroom, kitchen or any other room you feel needs some flair.
For those on a tighter budget, a small can of paint or stain can help you transform old furniture or cabinets for an instant upgrade. This can be good if you’re looking for budget-friendly ways to upgrade your outdoor area too. You can also use paints that make cleaning your walls or furniture super easy, an extra bonus if you’re already undertaking the project.
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3. Light up your space
The light in a room can significantly change the way the space looks and feels. Good lighting can change the entire ambiance of your home, and is an affordable way to transform your home on a budget.
Adding floor or table lamps with adjustable LED light bulbs can help you add more light to dark corners or where you spend the most time. You can also layer lamps with overhead or accent lighting to add depth and warmth to a room to create an inviting atmosphere. String lights can also be a cute and budget-friendly way to add mood lighting to living rooms, kid’s rooms (and adult’s rooms) and even offices. You can even find LED candles to add to your dining table for a fire-safe, affordable and low-running cost lighting option.
4. Add character with DIY decor
Getting crafty with DIY decor is a fun and budget-friendly way to help transform your home. You may need to pull up a few DIY instructional videos, but you could repurpose some old furniture, create custom artwork or even make some unique home accessories that perfectly match your personality.
There are some easier DIY decor projects you could try your hand at too. Creating a photo gallery wall with all your favourite pictures and paintings, crafting throw pillows or designing homemade planters is a great way to make your own decor that’s uniquely yours, and spruces up your home too.
5. Add greenery for a fresh look
House plants and other greenery can really breathe life into your home. You can often pick up plants for free on online marketplaces or can get them for a bargain from markets. They look great in any room, whether it’s a few herbs on the windowsill or a fern in the bathroom.
If you don’t have much of a green thumb, succulents and snake plants are near impossible to let die. A little spritz of water every now and then, and they essentially look after themselves. Plus, you can have fun painting their planters and pots to create your little dream garden.
Transforming your home can be affordable and fun
Even with a small budget, transforming your home can be fun and rewarding. Maybe even more so with a smaller budget as every piece of decor, furniture, flooring or paint colour has been so very carefully picked (and even created) by you. With a little bit of creativity and effort, you can achieve a stunning home makeover with very little spend, so think outside the box and see what will help inspire you.
