Our homes are where we spend more time than anywhere else. We pour endless money into buying them and maintaining them, and yet there’s always room for more work to be done. If you’re not that handy, or you’ve never made home improvements before, this type of work can be scary or make you feel like you’re not ready for it. Don’t fret!
Here are the top home improvements anyone can do, even if you’re new to it.
Deep Clean Your Home’s Exterior
This home improvement is for anyone who wants to change it up. Not only will it help your home look like it was just built, but it will also allow you to feel a deep sense of satisfaction when you see the before and after. You can rent a power washer for less than a hundred dollars a day, and as long as you follow the safety rules laid out by the company you rent it from, you should be fine!
Make sure that you don’t aim this at any windows and avoid hitting any areas of your home that are damaged.
Pressure washing can take the yellow or green stain off of older white homes and clean grout and brick easier than anything else. Although it’s a slow process, it’s worth it if you’re trying to fix up your house and add it to the Albany houses for sale.
Replace Fixtures And Details
A large amount of home decor comes down to the details. Outdated light fixtures, doorknobs in ugly shades of gold, or even ugly drawer pulls can add up to a space that you might not feel reflects who you are. Someone of any skill level can replace these small things with minimal work. The most you may have to do if you’re stumped is pull up an instructional video on YouTube to walk you through it. These changes will automatically make your home feel more up to date!
Paint
Another very effective change that can make a room feel brand new is to paint. You don’t have to do any futuristic geometric designs, but you should pick colors that speak to you and make you excited to go into that room. Tape off any connecting walls, doorways, or windows that you don’t want paint on. When using a large roll brush, try to make tight ‘w’ shapes for better coverage while working from top to bottom and then one side to the other. Try to get as even a coat as possible. If you notice parts of the wall are still showing through, apply a second or third coat.
Restain Furniture
This may not sound very easy, but it can go smoothly if you take it step by step. You’ll need a face covering, sandpaper, or a sanding tool, and your stain of choice. Sand down wooden surfaces to allow a smooth surface for the color to settle into. Wear a mask during this to keep the dust from getting into your lungs if you’re sensitive. From here, follow the directions your wood stain has on it. You’ll want to do this in a well-ventilated area, and if you do it right, it’ll be even easier than painting.
