These days, many of us are trying to find more productive uses of our time than bingeing shows on Netflix or aimless scrolling through social media on our smartphones. One great option is to put some sweat equity into your home. Not only will making home improvements make your home a more inviting place for you to live, it will also make your space more presentable and make the process of home staging simpler if you plan on selling soon. Here are some home improvement project ideas from Dream Rose Design that will keep you busy while helping you maintain your home’s comfort and value.
Low and No-Cost Options
You may be concerned that home-improvement means spending lots of money. Fortunately, this is not always the case, and there are many options that will improve your quality of life and your home’s livability without setting you back.
One option is to turn a spare bedroom into a home office. A bare-bones workspace is easy enough to achieve; all you have to do is empty a room and move your desk into it. Make sure that the location you choose has ample natural light and high-speed internet. You can use a basement or other out-of-reach spot, although you may need to add network extenders to ensure that your computer will stay connected to the internet.
You can also transform your master bedroom into the amazing sleep space of your dreams. Something as simple as rearranging the furniture and painting with calm-inducing colors can change the look and feel entirely. Putting up wallpaper to either add flair or complement an existing color scheme is another idea. You have a variety of choices for eco-friendly, non-toxic wallpaperwhen it comes to fabric, designs and patterns, and there are now products like prepasted and peel-and-stick removable wallpaper that make the job easier.
You might also consider swapping your guest room linens with that of your master bedroom. This can give you a brand-new environment to enjoy until you can get out and shop for home decor.
Cleaning is another task that makes sense to tackle now if it hasn’t been a priority the last few months. But do not just clean,deep clean. This should include showing some love to everything from the pantry to the baseboards to the light fixtures.
Investments for the Future
If you have money set aside, look into completing larger projects. Depending on where you live, adding a home generator may be prudent. Many states, particularly those along the East Coast, are prone to severe seasonal weather. You may have already experienced prolonged power outages because of this.
One upgrade that will save you money in the long run is having insulation blown into the attic. You can expect to spend somewhere from $1,000 and up for this, but can likely get a better deal by contacting multiple providers and getting three to five estimates. Similarly, NRDC notes energy-saving light bulbs, which are becoming increasingly affordable, can help you shave ever so slightly off of your utility bill. While you’re cleaning, it’s an ideal time to swap bulbs! Tidy your light fixtures and make the energy-efficient exchange while you’re at it.
Having a home you truly enjoy is a gift, especially when you have your own hard work to thank for it. Plus, if you plan on selling in the future, you’ll be thankful you took care of home improvement must-dos ahead of time. And if you’re selling and need a home staging expert’s assistance, be sure to get in touch with Dream Rose Design!
