Home updates on a budget are just so rewarding. As a homeowner, you are increasing the value of your home while improving the look and appearance of the place you live. The thought of it just makes me smile. Of course, there are countless times when you are in the middle of a project, you may think what have I gotten myself into? Nevertheless, with these home improvements, you will not be overwhelmed, and more importantly, you will love the results. This post is all about home updates on a budget.
From this list of ideas, you will most definitely be able to update your home without spending an absolute fortune. To be honest, by just doing these projects yourself, you will save a ton of money as well. Hiring professionals, while sometimes necessary, can be very costly.
From painting projects to pressure washing to installing new hardware, you will be able to see all of the options that you can add to your wants and needs list this year.
I just love a good home project, and I am obsessed with looking at the before and after pictures too. Please be sure to share your before and after photos. I am so excited to check out your results!
This post is all about home updates on a budget.
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Home Updates on a Budget
How Can I Update My Home Cheaply?
Painting Ideas
Using a little paint goes a long way when making home improvements.
Paint Front Door
When you paint the front door, you automatically make your home more welcoming. In fact, selecting a color for your front door can even increase the value of your home. According to Mental Floss, just by painting your front door black, you can increase your home value by $6,000.
Paint Shutters
Additionally, when you select your front door color, paint your shutters as well. In addition to brightening your home, you are essentially cleaning your shutters with a new coat of paint too.
Paint Kitchen Cabinets
While this process can be time-consuming, the results will be well worth it. Sanding, priming, and painting your cabinets is going to be quite the home update on a budget too. For less than $200, you can easily update your kitchen. Whereas new kitchen cabinets normally cost $4,000-$9,000.
Paint an Accent Wall
To add dimension to a space, paint an accent wall. In addition to painting the accent wall, you are creating a new dimension and really only spending $30-$45.
Budget Friendly Home Upgrades
Update Vanity in Bathroom
Just changing out a bathroom vanity can instantly transform the look of your bathroom. When you change an outdated vanity for a new one, you think that the bathroom looks new and fresh. Plus you can normally find a new vanity for an average cost of $300.
Update Lighting Fixtures
Selecting new lighting can really make a huge difference. For instance, if you have the popular gold lighting fixtures from the 70s, select a newer model and you’ll be surprised by how much of a difference is made.
Install Water Filter
You can clean your water, and update your home water system with an easy to install whole house water filter.
The Home Depot whole house water system featured above includes everything you need to install the system properly, and it includes detailed instructions as well.
Install Backsplash
If you want to create a clean updated look, install a backsplash in your kitchen. There are several styles to choose from, and in fact, if you don’t want to pain over every single tile, use the sticker version.
The backsplash above is actually from Amazon and costs $32 for a 12″x 12″ piece. That would be quite the home update on a budget!
Install Ceiling Fans
For a more cost-effective way to cool your home, install ceiling fans in your bedrooms or main living areas. With today’s beautiful selections, you will be happy with your purchases.
The options above are all under $200 to give you a few examples that you may like.
Update Kitchen Hardware
For a very inexpensive home update, try just switching out your kitchen hardware. To be honest, you could update any furniture in your home by doing the same thing.
I have always loved the hardware options at World Market. Check a few of their options out below.
Home Repairs on a Budget
Recaulk Tub and Sink Areas
For less than $20, you can easily recaulk your tub and sink area in your bathroom. Just by applying a new layer of caulking, you will give a cleaner look to your bathroom.
Deep Cleaning Ideas
Pressure Wash Siding
Cleaning your home is definitely a home update on a budget. With the purchase of a pressure washer, you will be able to use this to clean areas that seemed perhaps impossible at times.
Easily clean your siding with this pressure washer above. My husband loves the RYOBI brand that is sold at Home Depot. This particular pressure washer is super easy to use, and you will be happy with the results.
Pressure Wash Patio Area
Our neighbors used a pressure washer to clean the weeds and dirt in their patio area, and the results were fabulous. This transformed their space and made it so inviting.
Professionally Clean Carpeting
Simply rent a carpet cleaner from Home Depot or a local hardware store. Home Depot charges $26 for four hours. If you only have a few carpeted areas, you can easily fit this time frame.
My friend Emily and I knocked out an entire floor of carpeting within the four-hour time frame. If you are on a mission, you can keep this home budget to the four-hour cost. What a fete!
Outdoor Home Update
Spruce Up Landscaping
You don’t have to go crazy here. Just keep it simple, and try to put flowers in where there are walkways in and out of your home. Add mulch to trees and bush areas, and maintain your lawn regularly. With these simple tips, you will keep your home looking in tip-top condition.
Window Box Planters
For a warmer exterior, add window box planters. With the option below, you won’t spend a fortune, but you will instantly add a splash of gorgeous color to your home.
Enjoy Your New Home Updates on a Budget
Enjoy your hard work and your newly updated space.
For an easy bathroom update, check out this post about updating bathroom tile without replacing.
This post is all about home updates on a budget.
& Remember
Start with the Bed,
Juliet
