If your home is looking a little worse for wear, it is only natural to want to make improvements. Nobody wants to live in a dump. There’s just one problem, though – making home improvements is expensive. Ripping out drywall and installing new cabinets in your kitchen costs a small fortune.
In this post, therefore, I’m going to take a look at some of the tips and tricks that you can use to save money on home improvements. Read on to find out more.
Pay In Cash
If you plan on undertaking a significant project, you can often save money by offering builders and contractors cash. When you put stuff on credit cards, take out a loan or apply for finance, you ultimately wind up paying far more than you would if you saved up for renovations ahead of time.
Upcycle Your Existing Furniture
New furniture is expensive. Most companies charge big markups, even if you buy during the sale. More often than not, though, your existing furniture is still in good condition – it just needs a bit of a makeover. Instead of buying a new sofa outright, you can re-upholster it in a new fabric to reflect your updated interior design. In other words, you keep the structure of the furniture – the wood scaffold inside – and just replace the outer skin.
You can do the same with ottomans, chairs, beds, and even the cabinets in your kitchen.
Use Discount Codes
Paying full price for home improvements is so last year. With the internet, you can find discount codes for practically everything. Home Depot coupons, for instance, allow you to get money off hardware, tools, home appliances, plumbing stuff, flooring, plants, and garden supplies.
Use High-End Materials Sparingly
Some DIY enthusiasts believe that they must use premium materials lavishly to make their homes appear luxe. But, a little goes a long way when it comes to stuff like hardwood, chrome, and marble. Furthermore, creating a balance between high and low-end materials can enhance the aesthetics of the room.
Think Twice About Hiring Help
It is common practice for homeowners to hire the assistance of a professional when carrying out improvements. But you should think twice before taking advantage of professional services. Of course, you’ll need to hire specialists for plumbing, electrics, and specific cleaning services such as gutter cleaning (check out Clean Pro Gutter Cleaning MANCHESTER if you’re in the area), so make sure to hire professionals when you need them still. Otherwise, make sure to give tasks a go yourself before hiring help!
Don’t Change The Footprint Of Your Home
The most expensive home improvements typically involve ripping out walls and changing the footprint of your home. For this, you often have to hire builders, foundation experts, and architects – and the costs can soon mount.
Figuring out how to improve your home within the confines of its existing floor plan is, therefore, a great way to save a lot of money.
Sometimes the best strategy is to take out all the furniture in a room and then start again. You can also combine items of furniture so that they double up, creating the extra space that you might need.
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Worth the read. It’s so easy to over spend on home project! 😅 😭 If you plan on writing any more, read some of my posts about site plans. I’ve been helping people rethink their budget by using one. Anyways…I am definitely sharing your blog!
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