Making improvements at home is essential if you want to maintain or increase the value of your home. However, despite its importance, a lot of homeowners still fail to do it because of the related cost. Plus, most of them just don’t have the time to get any home improvement project done.
Whether you’re trying to sell your home or you’re just finding ways to make your living space feel nicer, you’ll find these home improvement hacks handy.
1. Add a small deck.
Adding a deck won’t just add a new look to your home but it can also increase your living space. Plus, it adds more functional possibilities, too.
2. Install secret rooms in your home.
Secret rooms, when done right, can add more fun to your home. You can use it to do your crafts or as a spot to get away to when things become too stressful at home.
3. Use the area under the bed for storage.
This is a good hack if you own a lot of things at home. By using under-the-bed storage, you’ll be able to keep your room neat and clean without crowding your cabinets.
4. Make a toekick drawer.
In the kitchen, there’s no such thing as too much storage space. With all the pots, pans, and containers you need to hide, you need as many storage spots as possible. To make toe-kick drawers, you can check out this guide.
5. Give your shed a makeover
It doesn’t have to be an expensive or complicated makeover. You can just repaint your shed, change its door or install some vintage windows in it. You can look at this site if you’re looking for inspiration.
6. Get a walk-in shower.
Withouta glass door, you won’t have to spend hours cleaning your bathroom. Apart from that, a walk-in shower can also make your bathroom feel unique.
7. Install two dishwashers.
Who can’t resist having two dishwashers at home? You’ll get the job done faster and you’ll have two appliances you can use alternately.
8. Make a small home office space.
Make good use of every space in your home. If you have an unused area under your stairs, you can turn it into an office space. Just make sure to add good lighting.
9. Use the space underneath the stairs to store things.
If you have tons of things you always find scattered on the floor, it’s probably the right time to add another storage space. Take a look under your stairs and see if you can make something like this.
10. Change your wallpaper.
If your walls have had the same color or design for years already, consider applying a new wallpapers. You can make your living room more inviting and your bedroom more relaxing.
11. Create a space for your dog.
Just like you, your dog needs his own spot where he can relax and nap. If you have space underneath your stairs, you can build a room for him in that area. Apart from setting his own space, you’ll be able to take out the dog bed in your living room.
12. Frame your bathroom mirror.
Make your bathroom look more appealing by just adding frames to your bathroom mirror. If they already have frames, you can replace them with something that will match your bathroom’s design.
13. Repair broken concrete steps.
Whether you’re trying to sell your home or you’re just changing the way it looks, chipped concrete steps won’t make your property look nice. Two Feet First comes with an easy-to-follow guide on how you can fix broken concrete steps.
14. Paint your linoleum floor.
If your home was designed with linoleum floor and you’re feeling quite unhappy about it, don’t worry. There’s a quick fix for that. With your preferred color, you can actyally paint linoleum floors. You can check out the details here.
15. Revamp your oak banister.
If your home has an old design, there’s a good chance that it has an oak banister. If you are thinking of making your living space appear more modern, you can stain your banister. Here’s a guide to help you.
16. Add a concrete countertop to your kitchen.
Replace your dated countertop with concrete. The process isn’t that hard. A Beautiful Mess shared how they did theirs in their website.
17. Make your baseboards thicker.
Replace thin baseboards with thicker ones. Doing this can instantly make your home look more classy. To know how you can safely remove and reinstall baseboards, here’s a guide for you
18. Install tiles on popcorn ceiling.
Admit it- popcorn ceilings don’t look nice. They aren’t that nice to touch, too. To fix the area, you can install tiles over them. You can check out this guide to find out more about it.
19. Make a roll-out pantry.
Struggling with limited space in your kitchen? If your answer is yes, then consider making a roll-out pantry. You can make one in between your fridge and the wall or cabinet. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to build one.
20. Install glass to cabinet doors.
Installing glass to your cabinet doors can help create the illusion of a bigger kitchen. It also makes finding things a bit easier. To see how you can do this DIY project, take a look at this guide.
21. Install screen doors.
Leaving your door open during the warm months allows good airflow into your home. Unfortunately, it also allows critters to get inside your living space. Installing screen doors can allow the air inside your house while keeping the bugs out. Here’s a guide you can check out if you want to make one.
22. Install barn doors to save space.
Regular doors that swing open can eat up a lot of space. If your home or apartment is small, installing barn doors would be ideal. Click this link to find out how to make one as well as the materials you’ll need.
23. Install crown molding to add character.
For houses that feel plain and boring, adding crown molding can help. It can instantly add character to any living space. And the best part? It’s not that difficult to install them. Check this link if you want to know more.
24. Paint stripes on the wall.
Adding some stripes on your wall can make the area look more visually interesting. Plus, it can make any room look fun, too. The DIY Network has an easy-to-follow guide.
25. Install a tile backsplash.
This is probably one of the easiest ways to transform an old kitchen even when your budget is tight. A backsplash can also make the area feel more modern and vibrant. If you aren’t sure how to do this DIY project, you can start here.
26. Glue a magnet to your hammer.
Always losing a nail or two whenever you’re doing a DIY project? Putting a magnet on the bottom part of your hammer can solve this.
27. Organize your pants with shower curtains.
Instead of traditional hangers, hang your jeans by the belt loop. They’ll look more organized to look at.
28. Organize gardening tools using rods and s-hooks.
Leaving your gardening tools on the floor is dangerous, particularly if you have kids at home. To keep them organized, install some rods and s-hooks on areas where kids can’t easily reach them.
29. Increase bathroom storage space with curtain rods.
Have lots of shampoo bottles in your bathroom? How about your kids’ toys? Finding a space to keep them isn’t that hard. You can install a curtain rod and attach a few racks to keep them when not in use.
30. Use a shoe organizer to hold water bottles.
Although it’s ideal to keep your water bottles in your cabinet, it’s not the best solution. They can easily fall out if there’s nothing to keep them in place. So, instead of your cabinet, use a shoe organizer to hold your water bottles.
31. Use a mail organizer to keep your shoes.
You don’t need to spend money just to have storage space for your slippers. If you have spare mail organizers, you can actually use them to keep your flats in one place.
32. Keep leftover paint in a glass jar.
Don’t throw out your leftover paint after a project. Keep them in a glass jar for future use.
33. Make your bathroom look classy by using glass jars for your liquid detergents.
The big detergent bottles you buy from your local store don’t look nice. In fact, they can make your laundry area look less visually appealing. Transfer them in glass drink dispensers and your laundry room will look so much better.
34. Use command hooks to hold your hair styling tools.
If you’re not a fan of drilling holes into your wall, you can use command hooks to keep your styling tools in place. You can also use them to hold your keys and other accessories.
35. Use a coat hanger to keep your ironing board.
Ironing boards are probably the hardest things to hide since they are big and easy to spot. To solve the issue, The Wood Grain Cottage suggests that you use a coat hanger to hold your ironing board. Check their website if you want to know more.
36. Use aluminum foil as a dryer sheet.
Creekline House suggests that you use aluminum foil when you can’t find a dryer sheet around. It’s a cheaper alternative since you can use the same piece of aluminum foil for several months.
37. Use a pair of fuzzy socks to clean your home.
Stop wasting your money on Swiffer pads. If you have an extra pair of fuzzy socks, you can use them to keep your home squeaky clean.
38. Use a shoe organizer to sort things in your pantry.
Shoe organizers offer a cheap way to keep things organized at home and that includes the pantry. You can use the slots to hold straws, candies, and snacks.
39. Install homemade stepping stones.
Store-bought stepping stones can easily burn holes in your wallet. Instead of buying them, try to create your own. With just a bag of cement, a few shells, a bucket, and a shovel, you can easily make unique stepping stones.
40. Add more warm light at home.
Installing warm lights can make your home look less dull and more inviting. It can also help create the illusion of having a bigger space.
41. Don’t forget about the tiny details.
Changing broken faucets and replacing old lightbulbs can make a huge difference in the way your home looks. They aren’t expensive to do so you can easily do them even when your budget is tight.
42. Be organized.
This is the cheapest way to improve your home. You won’t have to spend that much money on folding your clothes, arranging the bottles in your pantry, and sorting your kids’ toys.
43. Add a fresh coat of paint.
You have the option to ask professionals to get the job done. However, if your budget is tight, you can paint your walls on your own. You don’t need to learn complicated skills for this but you’ll need to invest time.
44. Build a raised garden bed.
Building a raised garden bed won’t just add value to your home. When done right, it can also help you save money on groceries.
45. Maintain your yard.
One of the first things that people notice when they visit your home is your yard. Considering that, you should try your best to keep the area neat and clean.
46. Remove a stripped screw using a rubber band.
Placing a rubber band should provide enough grip to remove the stripped screw. For this, you need to use a rubber band that’s a bit bigger than the screwdriver.
47. Make moving furniture easy with plastic.
If you have some empty plastic jugs or bottles, you can cut off the bottom part. Place them under the legs of the furniture you are moving. This will make the process a bit easier for you.
48. Stabilize furniture using corks.
Don’t throw away those wine corks. You can use them to stabilize any wobbly furniture at home.
49. Refinish wood floors
If you’re noticing that your floor is starting to look dull, Classy Clutter has made a guide which you can use to bring back life to your wood floors. The process isn’t that complicated but you need to invest time and effort.
50. Re-grout your shower.
The process of changing the grout in your bathroom won’t cost more than $50. The process is easy and you’ll be able to find the products you’ll need here.
51. Install moldings to your cabinets.
Flat-front cabinets can look boring. To spice things up and add more drama to your kitchen, you can add moldings to your cabinets. You can see how it’s done here.
52. Fixed popped drywall screws and nails.
Family Handyman has suggested an interesting and easy way to fix those popped drywall nails you have at home. You can check out their step-by-step guide here.
53. Re-paint your bathtub.
To complete your bathroom makeover, consider painting your bathtub. Although you’ll need to spend about 8 hours, you’ll find the hard work worth it after seeing the result. Check out Addicted2decorating to know more.
54. Add class to your closet doors using mirrors.
For this project, you may need to spend $20 to $40 per closet since you’ll need door mirrors and paint. As for the time you’ll need to complete it, you’ll have to dedicate an hour to get it done.
55. Make your own DIY windowsill planter.
Adding plants to your home can brighten up your living space. If you don’t have that much space in your home for them, you can create a windowsill planter. Everything you need to know about the project is here.
56. Replace old cabinet pulls.
Coating your cabinets with new paint won’t add that much value to your home if their knobs are old and not pretty. With this, consider changing old cabinet pulls with knobs. You can find the full details here.
57. Paint your rugs.
Designer rugs are so expensive. If you want to have one without spending hundreds of dollars, buy a can of paint and some paint instead. Dazeknights has a guide on how to paint rugs.
58. Have glow-in-the dark pots outside.
This project won’t require you to buy new pots. In fact, you can use the ones you have in your garden. To see how it’s done, you can check this guide.
59. Get new curtains.
You can find great curtains in the marketplace and thrift stores. If you can’t find pre-loved curtains you like, you can make your own. There are tons of tutorials online.
60. Repurpose old furniture.
If you have an old cabinet, you can transform it into a wooden planter box. You can use an old wooden chair as part of your garden. Your creativity is your limit with this kind of project.
61. Use a magazine rack to keep cans.
This magazine holder is the perfect size to hold the cans. The owner of the house won’t have to worry about the cans rolling off the shelves anymore.
62. Hide your router.
With some old book covers, a wood box, knife, glue, and a pair of scissors, you’ll be able to create the perfect hiding spot for your router and cable box. All the details are here.
63. Organize plastic bags in tissue boxes.
Get an empty tissue box and attach it on the inside of your cabinet door. Place all your plastic bags inside. You can also use it to hold small rags.
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