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Author : Afiffa Mujahid
Including renovating a home, one should take pride in living frugally on meager earnings. Your home is a place where you spend most of your time or in case you are working then HOME is your go-to place to unwind and relax after a whole tiring day of work.
Because of the usual routine, everyone feels drained and needs a change often. Similarly, seeing your home in a usual demeanor can be monotonous. So, one needs to revamp their home after a certain period. Considering the economic constraints, everyone needs to stay on budget while redoing their home.
Below mentioned are some of the tips to help you save money during your home renovation project.
Tips for Getting Ready to Renovate your Home
Don’t Budge From Your Budget
Do not deviate once you have set out a firm budget. You also need to set aside a 15-20% cushion for any unforeseen costs that may arise.
Shop Around for Supplies
To avail of the best deals, take your time to shop around for budget-friendly materials and supplies. With lightly used fixtures and materials, you can reap huge savings.
DIY What You Can
Not hiring an architect will help you to curtail your costs while keeping you on budget. You have to make sure that you have all the needed skills and tools. In a scenario where the hiring of an architect is inevitable, you should estimate what’s included in its fee and what you are supposed to provide.
Paint Your Kitchen Cabinets
The kitchen is the place where you spend most of your time. Give your cabinets a whole new look by repainting them with a new color. Consider painting them in a lighter color as they give a spacious look.
Freshen Up Your Bathroom Walls
You can also freshen up the walls of your bathroom as they can suddenly uplift your mood. To make even the tiniest bathroom seem larger, you can add an accent wall with a fun color. Always ask the hardware store salesman to customize your paint and make it durable to prevent mildew and mold.
Update Your Flooring
Just redoing your floor can give your home a whole new look. Check out the new trends in the market keeping in mind the needs of your home. You can also remove the carpet and install your own hardwood flooring for minimal cost, even if what’s underneath isn’t what you expected.
Rearrange and Refurbish Furniture
A major component in finishing up your home remodel on a budget is to rearrange furniture and it can change the entire look of your room. Arrange your furniture while choosing a focal point for the room. You can also polish your old furniture and chairs to give them a brand-new look.
If you plan it well, you can make renovation cheap. Bearing in mind that durability is paramount, budgeting is important and you must do all you can to cut costs. Do not go for less durable items because they are cheaper.
Follow the above-mentioned guide and redo your home efficiently.
Happy renovation!
