You may think you need a large budget to create a trendy home, but with some planning, a touch of imagination and a little bit of guidance on decorating, it can be done on a tight budget. If you’re thinking about remodelling or moving into a new home, go through our list of creative ideas and practical tips.

Paint the Walls

Fresh paint is vibrant, inexpensive and easy. Painting your walls in a fresh new colour will improve your home and transform your current furniture and decoration.

Upcycle

If you’d like new furniture, but can’t find the money to buy why not reclaim it? Consider sanding down, painting or reupholstering your existing furniture, or try to find other cost-effective ways to freshen it up. Additionally browsing thrift stores, visiting auctions, estate sales, speciality shops and other places where you can find furniture to up cycle can be an economical option to finding new pieces for your home.

Decorate

One of the most effective ways to update your home is by adding accessories with decorative highlights. Candles, flower vases, picture frames, wall mirrors, a welcome mat and throw cushions are just a couple of ideas that will liven up your space for hardly any money.

Install a New Backsplash

A new bathroom or kitchen backsplash will add style and charm to your home. It is possible to set up the backsplash by yourself, replace your existing backsplash with a mirror, buy peel and stick tile or if you prefer, have it fitted by a professional.

Change Outdated Hardware

Upgrading rods, knobs, pulls, and handles is an easy improvement that can make any space feel less dated. Some components you can purchase at a low cost and easily install by yourself.

Grout Cleanup

By cleaning up the grout and tiles in your bathroom, you can make it look as good as new. It is simple to lower your expenses by making this a DIY project, should the build-up be easy enough to get rid of.

Replace Light Fittings

Upgrading your lights is a frugal solution to breathe new life into a room. Change the ceiling fitting above your family table or fit new hanging pendant lights in your kitchen area. There are numerous reasonably priced light fittings you can buy, or you can upcycle a vintage for a contemporary vibe.

Restore your Deck

You can revive your deck in just a few easy steps. Rinse off leaves and dirt using a hose or pressure washer, scrub the wooden boards with a cleaning solution, rinse off, wait for it to dry, and stain with an all new finish. Based on the dimensions of your deck, it is possible to complete this project at a minimal cost.

Upgrading your home doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. There are numerous simple interior and exterior home improvements you can accomplish with limited funds.