If you want to refresh your property without undertaking a major renovation there are plenty of things you can do on a smaller scale which will have a big impact on how your home looks. Let’s take a look at what you can achieve.
Give your house a facelift
Cleaning the exterior of your home will instantly create a better impression. External walls get covered in dirt, grime, pollution, moss and algae so using a pressure washer will give you immediate results. However, be careful not to use too high a pressure to prevent damage to the render or mortar in the walls.
A regular spring clean will prevent future build-ups on your walls and keep your home looking clean. Consider upgrading your rainwater goods such as guttering and downpipes if needed as leaks will stain the exterior of your property and can cause internal dampness.
Create an enticing entrance
With your walls now gleaming it may make your old windows and doors stand out. Replacing them may be beyond your budget but a new coat of paint will work wonders to refresh the external appearance of your home.
Check wooden frames for any signs of rot or damage and repair them before sanding down and painting. Not only are you extending the life of your windows and doors but you will give the outside of your home a brand new look. uPVC doors and windows can be revived and brightened with an appropriate cleaner.
Reinvent your kitchen
We spend a lot of time in the kitchen so it’s unsurprising that it can begin to look tired and in need of a refresh. Repainting cabinets and replacing handles is a quick and inexpensive way to give your kitchen a fresh new look.
Consider adding a new splashback to create some visual impact and protect the area behind your countertop and cooker. Installing a new kitchen tap can also help to modernise your kitchen and will not cost too much.
Showcase your floors
If you’re lucky enough to have wooden floors then returning them to their former glory is a fantastic way of refreshing your home and giving it a great new look. If done properly restoring wood flooring can make it seem like you have had new flooring installed.
If your floorboards are not up to being stained and varnished you could instead paint them and lay down some new rugs. Either way, you can completely change the look of your home by refinishing your floors.
Illuminate your best features
Having the right lighting in your home can make a huge difference to its ambience and comfort level. You can change the whole feel of your house by upgrading the lighting or by adding more lighting layers.
Invest in some new lamps or smart lighting that you can control from your phone to change the mood depending on the time of day or season of the year.
Wow factor walls
One of the easiest ways to change the look of your home without major renovation is to paint your walls. Painting small or dark rooms in lighter colours can open up the space and make it more inviting. Larger rooms can often handle dark colours if you are feeling adventurous or if the style of the house demands the use of heritage shades.
Introducing a feature wall will add interest and create a focal point in the room. You can use wallpaper, stone veneer, artwork or decals on a feature wall. This allows you to imprint your personality on the room.
Out with the old
If you want to modernise your home remove outdated furniture and replace it with more up-to-date styles. Alternatively, if the furniture is in good condition you could have it re-upholstered in a more modern fabric or repainted to refresh it.
Replace dated curtains with sleek, modern blinds and carpet with laminate flooring and some cosy rugs.
Style your stairs
The stairs are a large feature in your home and often one of the first things people see when they enter. So removing old carpet and adding a new stair runner is a great way to update this area and create a great first impression for visitors.
If you don’t like the idea of a stair runner you could strip back wooden stairs and stain or paint them.
Fire up your home’s character
Luckily many homes have managed to hold on to their fireplaces despite the trend in the 70s and 80s of ripping them out. Today finding a fireplace in an old property is often a wonderful surprise and it quickly becomes a focal point in the room.
Even if your home never had a fireplace you could install one and create some instant character in the room. With or without a working fire a fireplace will add to the aesthetic of your property without costing you a fortune.
Flood your home with light
Adding a skylight to let more light into your home is a relatively inexpensive and straightforward way of refreshing your home without the need for major work. Natural light can transform a space and make it more appealing.
Having surfaces such as glossy kitchen cabinets or highly reflective tiles will also add to the amount of light reflected into your home.
So whether you spruce up the outside of your home, change the look of your kitchen or bring your wooden floors back to life there are plenty of options for you to try when refreshing your home.