You Don’t Have Time to Renovate? Here Is a List of Upgrades that Can Be Done in a Flash.
You only have one free weekend this year? That’s all you need to complete renovations that will have a big impact on your home’s interior decor, without causing you too much trouble.
You don’t have to bring walls down and revamp everything to have an up-to-date house that you can proudly show your guests. Sometimes, a few improvements here and there are all you require. Here are some two-day home renovation projects.
Change or Remove Knobs
Replacing the handles on kitchen cabinets or furniture in the house is one way of rejuvenating their look. Stores stock them in all price ranges and styles, from contemporary to rustic to classic. However, it is important to note that the latest trend is for no knobs at all: cut-out pulls and push-latch systems are what is most popular. If you prefer to opt for this style, remove the handles, and sand and repaint the surface as needed. Or install new doors with a push mechanism.
Switch From Shiny to Matte
Did you know that mirror finishes are no longer in vogue? That’s why removing them from our decors will result in a more contemporary look. To this end, you can apply a matte, self-adhesive film onto the shiny doors of furniture or cabinets. You can also sell or donate your reflective decorative items and replace them with trendier ones.
Install New Light Fixtures
Focus on the lighting to add character to your home. Whether it be classic, bohemian, vintage, luxurious, there are designs that will blend into the decor or, on the contrary, give it some punch. Feel free to mix styles to add energy to your spaces. The most popular fixtures are round or eclectically shaped.
Change the Mirrors
One of the most neglected accessories in the house is the mirror, probably because it is primarily regarded as a utilitarian rather than a decorative object. It is often bland and adds nothing to a room’s design. And yet, mirrors come in a whole range of styles, each more beautiful than the next. Do you want to warm up the bathroom? Install a wood-framed mirror! Looking to brighten the decor? Choose a one with a light-reflective frame. Do you need to make the feel of the room more dynamic? Long live textured, colourful and round frames!
Use a Dark Wall Colour
Design professionals are unanimous: darker colours are very on-trend. Adding them to your decor will give your property a more contemporary feel. But you don’t need to swap out your cream sofa for a deep grey one or your olive kitchen backsplash for black tiles. Simply choose an accent wall in a room and dare to paint it in black or dark grey.
Refresh the Bathtub
Is your bath looking old and tired? You can remove yellow stains and repair damaged enamel. Simply strip it and apply a polyurethane paint. And while you’re at it, pick a different shade (a black bathtub is highly fashionable at the moment). Another option is to install a prefabricated shell over the existing tub. Here’s a tip! Changing the fittings is also an effective renovation idea!
Lay a New Floor
Some areas of the house deserve a new floor, especially if it’s damaged or out of date! And don’t think it’s hard to do: even a novice can complete this type of reno with a little resourcefulness. Right now, all types of flooring are popular, whether hardwood, laminate, ceramic or vinyl. There are many models available to suit all tastes.
Rethink the Window Dressings
Curtains, blinds, shades: are your window coverings outdated? Even this simple thing can make a room look drab. If you don’t want to go wrong when shopping, look for classic, timeless options, such as sheers or white zebra blinds.
Feel free to browse blogs, websites and apps that offer decorating ideas. Pictures can be a great source of inspiration for quick and easy renovations!