Upgrading your home can have a significant positive impact in several ways. By making improvements to your property, you can increase its value and potentially attract more interested buyers if you decide to sell. Upgrades such as adding a fresh coat of paint, replacing old appliances, or installing energy-efficient windows can also make your home more comfortable and functional for you and your family. Additionally, if you upgrade your home, you can improve its aesthetic appeal, creating a more pleasant living environment and potentially increasing your enjoyment of your home. Overall, making improvements to your home can be a wise investment that can pay off both in terms of increased home value and improved quality of life.
How to upgrade your home this year
Hang striking new curtains
Spruce up any room in your house by simply swapping out the curtains for a more stylish pattern or colour. Whether it’s curtains, blinds or a winning combination, you can tie your colour scheme together with a matching shade or make the space more dynamic with a bold statement. You’ll be surprised by how much this simple and easy step can change up the whole room.
Lay a stylish stair runner
Get a good grip on slippery stairs, or boost a worn-down carpet by installing a fabulous stair runner. Staircases are often the first thing guests will see when they visit the home, so it’s a great spot to indulge in bold colours or incorporate a soft touch of elegance.
Refresh your bathroom caulk
Aged caulk in your bath or shower corners can become unsightly, especially if cracks and mildew start forming. It can also shrink and turn yellow over time, leaving you feeling that no amount of scrubbing will make your shower space shiny and new. Removing old caulk and applying a fresh layer is a simple and inexpensive way to refresh your bathroom without changing the design.
Switch to a smart meter
Smart meters are often free to install, and they are endlessly beneficial. The main advantage of fitting a smart meter is that you’ll no longer need to take manual readings for your gas and electricity. Instead, with a smart meter, all that data is sent to your supplier automatically, providing them with accurate readings, so you can say goodbye to estimated bills.
Buff shiny surfaces
Stubborn fingerprints and smudges could be standing in the way of achieving those shiny surfaces that make a home feel brand new. You can transform your stainless-steel appliances, fridge doors and countertops with a pea-sized drop of oil. Start by gently cleaning the surfaces with dish soap and water, then leave to dry before applying a dot of oil to a paper towel and buffing the appliance until you achieve that spotless finish you’ve wanted.
Change your doorknobs
Replacing the doors in your house is costly and time-consuming, but upgrading their knobs and handles is a simple and cheap way to completely change the look and implement a touch of character.
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