DIY Ways to Renovate Your Home

Remodeling your home is a great way to improve its appeal, comfort, and efficiency, while adding value and intrigue to your place. If it's been some time since you updated the home, if you're unhappy with the current style, or if there is damage, it's time to consider a remodel project. No money to tackle such a project? While it may be too expensive to hire a professional to remodel the home, you'll find an array of simple ideas that recreate your home style that can be completed without any professional help needed.

Take advantage of these fun DIY projects to instantly improve your home's appeal, and to enjoy the satisfaction that comes when you know that you've had a helping hand in the remodels. Many people don’t give home remodeling a second thought under the belief they’ll need a professional to help create the home of their dreams. It is expensive to hire someone to come out to the home to complete many projects, and that's money that many people simply don't have lying around to spend if it isn't necessary.

Many DIY improvements are not only possible, but easy and affordable for any homeowner to complete if they're not afraid to get their hands dirty, and devote a bit of time to complete the project. Sure, a professional may get things done faster, and with a little more expertise underneath their belt, but they also charge so much more money. And while their expertise is needed for many projects around the home, you're not entirely left out in the cold when it's time to do something different around your place.

Before You Start

Consider the improvements or updates you’d like to make your home well before heading to a home improvement store to make any product purchases. The goal of a remodeling project is to refresh the look of the house, so think new and lively when determining the ways you’d like to improve your home. Also bear in mind that while you want to style your home according to current trends, the design should be something that can grow with you, and look great even when it’s not the ‘trending’ style.

Once you know how you’d like to improve your home, create a list detailing each item, and the steps that you must take to complete the project. Be sure to list the pricing to DIY vs the pricing to hire a professional. Sometimes homeowners are surprised to learn that it’s actually cheaper to hire a professional to complete the work. It’s important that a budget is set, and that you stick as closely as possible to this allotted amount. DIY remodels are considerably cheaper than projects that professionals complete, but it’s still important to know how much money you can comfortably spend.

Also, keep in mind some projects are never a good idea to DIY if you lack the training and experience to complete them, particularly those that involve the electrical, lighting, or plumbing systems, because they’re dangerous when tended by unskilled hands. Leave these projects to the professionals when the time comes necessary, and keep everyone safe. But, don't miss your chance to involve yourself in a bit of remodeling. The projects listed below are a few of many that homeowners can tackle themselves, and revive their outdated, worn out, or damaged home.

Exterior Structure Cleaning

Dirt, mold and mildew, and other grime accumulate on the siding of your home over time, as well as on other outdoor structures like the patio and deck. This creates an undesirable exterior look that devalues the neighborhood, and causes others to form a less than stellar impression of your household and family. Plus, this accumulation can quickly ruin your structure, and cause massive damage that costs thousands of dollars to repair or attract pests like mosquitos, termites, etc. to your property. DIY exterior cleaning prevents many of these mishaps while improving the ambiance and appeal of the home. How does one go about cleaning the siding on their home, and their other outdoor structures? Pressure washing is the easiest option to clean those outdoor structures to revive their appeal and appearance.

Hardware Removal/Installs

Hardware such as door handles and locks are found on doors, windows, and other areas. Many different hardware styles and designs are available, each offering their own appeal in the home. Many people don't realize how much of an effect the hardware has on the overall appeal of their home, but it certainly creates a dramatic impact that you'll value. You don't need a professional to replace hardware. With just a few tools in hand, and a bit of time, anyone can replace the hardware on various structures in their home. Check out how-to YouTube videos for extra help replacing the hardware around your home.

Refresh the Cabinets

Old, outdated cabinets creates a dreary feeling in the kitchen, and make the room less than desirable for anyone to use, even when it’s time to eat dinner. The kitchen is a room that most families spend a lot of time using, for not only preparing and enjoying meals, but also as a space where memories are made. If your kitchen lacks the appeal and desire that your family craves, or if there is damage, or the cabinets are outdated, refresh them and update your entire kitchen space. Replacing cabinets is expensive, but refacing is a simple DIY project that recreates the cabinetry style in the kitchen. While it's the same structure, you create an entirely new look in your home without the same expense as you’d endure replacing the cabinets.

Update the Flooring

Flooring sets the mood for a room. When it’s worn out, damaged, or simply outdated, the entire house suffers, no matter which room's flooring is impacted. Don’t ignore new flooring installation in your home under the assumption that it’s a costly professional project. Many people tackle both removal of the old flooring, and installation of the new floor, and you can put yourself amongst the crowd, even without any experience. Consider all the flooring options available, since there are many options available today that make installing a floor yourself even easier. Red oak hardwood is an affordable and popular flooring option that many homeowners choose to add to their floor. It’s also the perfect wood species for other projects, such as cabinetry work. Updated flooring adds safety and comfort to any home.

Decorate Your Home

Adding decorations to your home space is a simple way to create a unique appeal and vibe that you'll appreciate while also giving the place character and appeal. You'll appreciate the comfort that comes from easy-to-add decorations such as wall art, knickknacks, area rugs, and flowers, as well as the fun that you enjoy, creating the impressive decorative style in your home. Don’t be shy about decorating your home. Endless possibilities make it easy to create a phenomenally impressive, cozy home, no matter what your style or budget. It costs several hundred dollars to hire an interior designer to come in and handle this project. Why spend that type of cash to hire someone to decorate your home when it's such an easy and fun DIY project for anyone who devotes a little bit of time to the project.

Paint the Walls

Painting the walls in the home instantly adds charm and charisma to your interior. The paint color choices available today allow homeowners to create a simple or bold statement in their home. If your home looks dull or outdated, it's time to splash on a coat of paint, but don't call a professional to complete the work. This is an easy and fun DIY project the entire family can enjoy if you so choose to include everyone in the project. Head to the home improvement store to purchase the paint of your choice, and brushes and painting essentials if they're not in the garage already. Throw on your old sweatpants and t-shirt, and spend the weekend painting the walls. Come Monday morning, you'll have an entirely new, refreshed and impressive home that everyone in the family appreciates.

Your home is your haven. It should make you feel comfortable and at ease, while also confidently delivering a great impression of style and demeanor upon those who pass by, or come to the home to pay you a visit. Most importantly, the home style should warm your heart each time you walk into the room, and provide comfort and efficiency. Don’t put off renovations and improvements assuming that you’ll need a professional. There are so many easy ways homeowners can update their home, including the ideas above. If you're ready to fall in love with your home all over again, consider using these techniques to make it happen. These ideas are only a few of the many ways to remodel your home without the costs or headaches of hiring a professional.