Home maintenance doesn’t have to be expensive and frustrating. At KW Select we value family time, and why not combine quality time with some simple DIY ideas that will not only create awesome memories, but also boost the value of your home!
Here are some simple suggestions to get your creative juices flowing.
Freshen up your walls – If your walls have scratches or old dirty paint, a little elbow grease and a few cans of paint can make an incredible difference. To maximise the value of your home its best to choose a neutral colour scheme that unifies the entire house. There are some great retailers that offer a broad range of paint types and colours. Why not reach out to Universal Paints and have a look at their options to suit your needs.
Update fixtures – Switch plates, outlet covers, curtain rods, light fixtures, and doorknobs are often boring and overlooked. You can add significant style on a very small budget. Light fixtures and decorative curtain rods can be a little pricier than metal switch plates and outlet covers, but sometimes you can make an inexpensive one look really elegant with a can of spray paint! Just remember that if you plan to sell, it’s best to stick to colours that will appeal to a broad audience.
Improve window treatments – Consider replacing cheap plastic blinds or paper shades with plantation shutters, wooden blinds or drapes. Sticking to neutral options will definitely help you to get a better price for your home when you decide to sell. If you’ve got wood or fibreglass windows, you can also repaint their sills and frames for a fresh clean look.
Reveal and restore hardwood floors – Older homes in particular are likely to have hardwood floors underneath the carpet. Squeaky floors are a sign that you may have wooden floors. If you do have wooden floors, then there is a good chance that you’ll have to refinish them to restore them, to their original splendour. It is much cheaper to restore old wooden flooring instead of installing new flooring from scratch.
Update bathroom fixtures – `There are so many options when it comes to updating your bathroom, ranging in price from affordable to more expensive. Simply changing your towel rail, toilet roll holder or even your shower head can make a significant difference. Other great options include upgrading your taps and bathroom vanity.
Upgrade your front door – Installing a new front door can be pricey, so for a fraction of the cost why not give your front door a fresh lick of paint. A fresh paint job can make a significant difference and leave a great lasting impression on your guests.
These little DIY projects inject some magic into your home. KW Select at your Service. At KW Select, we value special memories. We value family time. And we understand how strong your memories can be when it’s time to move on in life. We know how precious a home is and at KW Select, we understand the importance of protecting the equity that is built up over time when you decide to sell your family home.
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