Making home improvements doesn’t have to mean completing complex tasks. It also doesn’t have to mean spending big bucks. There are many projects that you can complete with just a little guidance. In this article we will provide tips on some simple and cost effective improvements that you could do this weekend.
Sign a contract before a contractor starts working on your home. If you can have the contract checked by a lawyer, you should do so. This contract should clearly outline the starting and finishing dates, any warranty information that is applicable, the exact work that will be done and the total sum for labor and materials.
Self adhesive drywall patches are a must-have home improvement. These patches come in many forms ranging from mesh drywall tape to those made of a polymer material. Press them carefully into place using an iron. Be careful not to scorch the patch or the wall surface. Paint right over the patch and you’ll never know it’s there.
Don’t make foolish improvements. Having additions built like a room to bask in the sun in without insulation when you live somewhere like Michigan, or a deck that isn’t covered in Arizona, this will deter home-buyers. Do things to a home that need to be done, but don’t do anything extra that the climate won’t allow.
Remove a door from its frame without taking out the screws in the hinges. Need to take out a door so you can move a big piece of furniture? All you have to do is drive a nail through the bottom of the barrel of the hinge so the pin slides out of the top. Do that on both hinges and the door is free!
When it comes to home improvement, consider replacing your windows and doors. This not only has a chance of greatly improving the value of the home, but may also severely decrease the amount of money required to keep your house warm and dry. You can also add extra security with new doors and windows.
It is important to protect flooring when painting. This helps keep wet paint off of your flooring. Layer old newspapers for an inexpensive floor covering. Other alternatives include a drop cloth or large plastic tarp; both are available at most home improvement centers.
Find the home that is the right size and has the features that your family needs to live a happy and comfortable life. There are many features that will make living in the home more comfortable depending on the lifestyle and tasks that a person has in their life. Finding the one that meets your personal needs will keep you happy with your home longer.
If you don’t like to nail pictures to the wall because of the holes the nails make, an easy solution is buying mounting squares. Mounting squares can easily hold a few pounds and can be quickly removed without damaging your wall. Stick four squares altogether, one in each corner of your frame to mount your picture properly on your wall.
You needn’t rely on artwork to improve the decor of your home, rather you can try installing three dimensional tile. Use three dimensional tiles in two colors such as green and white and arrange them on the wall (rotating colors) behind your couch for an original kind of art.
So there you have it, several simple and inexpensive tasks that will improve the value and quality of your home. Tackle one or two at a time, make them a weekend project, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Follow the tips we have provided and you’ll be on your way to improving your home like the pros.