Working with friends and family can make the most onerous home improvement job more fun. Spend a weekend getting some work done around the house. You should keep in mind that you are not spending as much as you would have before. This article will show you how to get started.
Your kitchen remodeling budget can be reduced greatly if you opt to refinish cabinets in lieu of replacing them. Add paint to the bases, install new doors and touch them up with well-coordinated hardware and you have a completely new look. Plus, you can do this for a fraction of the cost it would take to replace them!
Stained Baseboards
When choosing between stained and painted baseboards, many feel that stained woods are more universally appealing. Not only are stained baseboards more classic, the warm wood tones complement any decor. In addition, stained baseboards hide scuff marks and are easier to maintain than painted baseboards. There are many different tints available in stain form, making matching your decor easy.
Most rooms can be given new energy by updating the flooring. A reputable flooring company can install new hardwood, carpet, laminate or tile flooring in as little as one day. Alternately, you could visit your local home improvement store for do it yourself options.
Sponge your drywall. By sponging your drywall, you avoid the dust of sanding. After you practice a little, you can get good at smoothing the seams with a sponge just as easily as with a sander. One advantage to sponging is no dust is created as happens when you use sand paper.
If you are not able to get a designer, you can do it yourself. Try some websites, books and magazines for some help. You might get just the inspiration you need from a picture in a magazine. You can also uses these magazine pages for do-it-yourself projects.
Building materials can easily be stored between floor joists or ceiling rafters. You can put up your big pieces of molding or wood in these areas. Just add some furring strips to two exposed floor joists.
To keep cooled or heated air from escaping around windows and door, purchase some weather stripping. Draft excluders fit underneath a door and stop hot air from leaking out and cold air from leaking in. Sealant strips fit around door frames and do the same function. These can be found in hardware stores.
Things like the downspouts, gutters and chimneys are often forgotten around the home. The safety of your home depends on the proper cleaning and repair of these essential items. A dirty chimney presents a very real fire hazard, and letting your downspouts and gutters get clogged can cause water intrusion and serious structural problems.
Your outdoor space should be utilized. Your backyard can make a wonderful extension to your indoor living area. This is a great place to enjoy time after work or to grill during the summer.
If you have a parent that’s elderly living with you, you have to make improvements that focus on safety, mobility and accessibility. For instance, adding step-in showers can make showers much easier for them to access, which will dramatically decrease the risk that they’ll slip. Grab bars and hand rails can add ease and comfort for anyone that needs it.
You now have what it takes to build a plan and get started. When you work as a team, the job will be done quickly. The results will definitely be worth working hard and spending some time on your projects.
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