7 Budget-Friendly DIY Home Improvement Projects

Do you dream of an updated kitchen, modernized bathroom, or

magazine worthy front yard?

Whatever home renova,on dream you have, there is usually a nightmare that follows. But remodeling your home doesn't have

to be a nightmare! In fact, there are many budget-‐friendly projects you can complete on your own in just a weekend.

Here are a few simple DIY projects that can be done on a budget to transform your home.

1Paint an Accent Wall


Pain,ng doesn’t have to be a huge project! Try picking an accent color to cover one wall. The paint will go further, which saves money, and the prep and clean up is a lot easier. This is a fast, budget friendly way to

update a room in only one day.


Pain,ng doesn’t have to be a huge project! Try picking an accent color to cover one wall. The paint will go further, which saves money, and the prep and clean up is a lot easier. This is a fast, budget friendly way to

update a room in only one day.

Cost: $50-$100 for paint, brushes, tape, sandpaper, etc.

Make a first impression with an Entry Door

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2Just like the pop of color an accent wall can add to a room, a gorgeous entry door can do the same to the exterior of your home for low cost and liGle ,me.



Try playing around with different colors and styles, but make sure it’s a heavy, quality material door. Steel or fiberglass entry doors are your best bet these days.



Try playing around with different colors and styles, but make sure it’s a heavy, quality material door. Steel or fiberglass entry doors are your best bet these days.

Cost: $500-$2000

Update with new hardware

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3If you are fairly confident with a power tool, replacing hardware can really change the look and feel of a room. Upda,ng the handles, knobs, and drawer pulls are cheap, easy DIY projects that can be done in a few

hours. Some,mes all your home needs to join the 21st century is a few metal

knobs!


3If you are fairly confident with a power tool, replacing hardware can really change the look and feel of a room. Upda,ng the handles, knobs, and drawer pulls are cheap, easy DIY projects that can be done in a few

hours. Some,mes all your home needs to join the 21st century is a few metal

knobs!

Cost: $1-$50 per knob/handle

Light it up with new fixtures4


Some,mes you don’t need to change anything in your home but the ligh,ng. It’s amazing what a liGle more light will do to make your home look bright and updated. Replacing the fixtures in bathrooms, the kitchen, and other rooms can really spruce up an older home.

In addi,on, replacing old ceiling fans can be a nice touch.


Some,mes you don’t need to change anything in your home but the ligh,ng. It’s amazing what a liGle more light will do to make your home look bright and updated. Replacing the fixtures in bathrooms, the kitchen, and other rooms can really spruce up an older home.

In addi,on, replacing old ceiling fans can be a nice touch.

Light Fixtures start at $10 and go up. If you need to hire a handyman it can range from $50-$200 per

fixture. Ceiling fans range from $40-$200.

Join the green movement with more plants

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Trimming the trees and bushes in your front yard may not seem like it makes a huge difference, but it does! Taking a weekend to pull weeds, add new mulch, and plant flowers in empty spaces can

give your home’s exterior an extreme faceliT. You don’t have to go crazy to make your front yard’s garden look clean, bright,

and welcoming.


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Trimming the trees and bushes in your front yard may not seem like it makes a huge difference, but it does! Taking a weekend to pull weeds, add new mulch, and plant flowers in empty spaces can

give your home’s exterior an extreme faceliT. You don’t have to go crazy to make your front yard’s garden look clean, bright,

and welcoming.

Cost: Mulch is $3-$6 per bag and averages at $33 per yard. Flowers and

plants range from $5-$20 each.

Update the Appliances

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Changing out your appliances is a bit pricier, but some argue that it’s worth the cost. Upda,ng your oven, stove, dishwasher, fridge, and washer/dryer can really

change the look and feel of your kitchen. When it comes to colors, stainless steel and black are the most common and will match most every style of kitchen.


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Changing out your appliances is a bit pricier, but some argue that it’s worth the cost. Upda,ng your oven, stove, dishwasher, fridge, and washer/dryer can really

change the look and feel of your kitchen. When it comes to colors, stainless steel and black are the most common and will match most every style of kitchen.

Cost: You can expect to spend about $2000-$12,000 on a new range/oven,

dishwasher, and fridge.

Pricier but worth it7

Pricier but worth it7If you are looking for a bigger remodel and are willing to invest the money, then you might consider hiring a contractor to do a complete kitchen overhaul, replace your windows and siding, or update an en,re bathroom. These renova,ons will greatly increase the resale

value of your home while adding beauty and ease to your life.

Pricier but worth it7If you are looking for a bigger remodel and are willing to invest the money, then you might consider hiring a contractor to do a complete kitchen overhaul, replace your windows and siding, or update an en,re bathroom. These renova,ons will greatly increase the resale

value of your home while adding beauty and ease to your life.

Cost: These projects range greatly depending on your home and needs, but you can expect to spend over $5,000

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