Your home is your personal sanctuary, but it’s not indestructible. It’s bound to develop wear and tear throughout the years.
Instead of allowing your home to gradually decay, take some time this weekend to focus on a few home improvement activities.
Whether it’s the dated wallpaper in the living room or the stained flooring in the kitchen, there are always little things we can do to spruce up our homes.
And while many home improvement projects can be pricey and time-consuming, there are plenty of quick and easy activities that any prospecting homeowner can take on.
Here are six home improvement activities to try this weekend!
1. Paint a Room
Does your current room color make you feel gloomy and cramped? Shape the feel of a room to one of your own desires by giving it a fresh coat of high-gloss paint.
Whether you want to make a bold statement with a bright new color or you’re looking for something more subdued, painting a room’s wall is a surefire way to make it feel brand new.
For the more creative souls out there, now’s the best time to put your artistic prowess to the test! Sketch a design on some paper to start, and if it’s to your liking, put paint on the roller and make it come to life.
Painting a room is a relatively inexpensive project, making it a great DIY activity for homeowners strapped for cash. If you have any leftover paint from a previous project, that’ll work just fine.
And if not, a gallon of high-quality paint shouldn’t set you back more than $40.
2. Hang New Curtains
Curtains are subtle yet prominent additions to any room. They control the entry of natural lighting first and foremost, but they’re also decor pieces that can dictate the room’s general ambiance.
This is a great project for homeowners seeking an instant change. You don’t have to tinker and toil long hours with tools in the toolbox to complete this project.
It’s as simple as taking out your old blinds and replacing them with some new ones.
If you’re tired of your usual rotation, head to a retail store and test out different fabrics, colors, and textures. Depending on the room you plan on placing the curtain, you might want to switch up the features.
For example, blackout curtains are excellent picks in the bedroom. Velvet curtains, on the other hand, ooze luxury in the living room.
3. Add a Window Box
Window boxes are a fantastic way to add some life and color to your home exterior. They’re especially magnificent during the spring and summer when flowers are in full bloom.
If you have a green thumb, this is the perfect activity for you!
Plant some of your favorite flowers in a window box and watch as they grow and bloom over time. The box can be a DIY project in itself, but no one will blame you if you buy one from the hardware store.
Not only will this project add some curb appeal to your home, but it’ll also give you a sense of pride and accomplishment.
One place where we recommend putting the window box is outside the kitchen window; that way, you can look at the beautiful blooms while cooking or cleaning in the sink.
4. Get a New Backsplash
The backsplash is one of the most visible areas in the kitchen. It’s also an excellent place to start when you’re trying to give your kitchen a facelift.
A new backsplash can declutter the look of the kitchen and make it feel roomier and inviting. For a start, there’s a wide range of materials you can choose from—glass, stone, and ceramic, to name a few.
That said, a single-toned backsplash made of ceramic or glass tile can be a great pick. Lighter hues like white, beige, light grey and pastel colors work best to match the kitchen island.
Also, make sure it’s matched or lighter than your kitchen counters for a seamless look.
It can be hard to install a backsplash on your own, so you might want to consider getting protection to assist you in case you encounter any costly accidents.
5. Install Accent Lighting
Is there a section in your home that you want to highlight? Bring attention to it by installing some accent lighting.
This home improvement activity is perfect for homeowners who want more control over the lighting in their homes.
You can use accent lighting to create a warm and inviting ambiance or a bright and cheery one. It all depends on your preferences.
There are several types of lighting you can use for this project, including recessed lights, track lights, and wall sconces.
If you want to focus the light on a particular object, we recommend using recessed lights. But if you want to highlight an entire area, track lights would be a better pick.
6. Spruce Up Your Entryway
Your entryway is the first thing guests see when they come over, so it’s understandable that you’d want to make a great first impression by improving your home’s curb appeal.
If your entryway looks drab and dreary, a makeover should be in order! There are many ways to do this, but we recommend starting with the basics.
First, give the door a new coat of paint or a new doorknob. Then, you can also add a welcome mat and some potted plants to make it more inviting.
Add some eye-catching decoration or architectural pieces to the walkway leading to your front door too. This way, guests will be wowed even before stepping inside your home!
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