Some home upgrades run into the thousands and can take months, if not years, to complete. And while these hefty time and financial investments can help you find the perfect home that meets all your needs, they’re not your only option.
If your home is feeling more tired and stressful than it once was or it isn’t meeting your needs or a change in decor taste, but you don’t want to lose months of your life stuck in reno hell, these easy and quick upgrades are tasks you can tick off in a weekend and get done fast for a facelift with impact but none of the stress.
Paint Touch Ups
Really, it’s fast and simple but oh so effective. You don’t even need to repaint an entire room or space in the house; simply paint a match and touch up scuffed areas. That part of the wall where the sofa has rubbed off some paint, or that scruff you made rearranging the bedroom, or where the kids scratched the wall with their new bikes, got them cleaned up and repainted. Grab a tester pot and feather it out to help you blend the color with the rest of the wall so it revives it and makes everything look and feel fresh again.
If you are feeling brave or you want more of a change, then you can repaint the entire room by all means. Try adding an accent wall in one room to give it a vibrant pop of colour, you can paint woodwork for added contrast, or even try your hand at the popular color drenching, where you paint everything, including door frames and window sills, in the exact same color.
Try not to do too much at once, or you’ll ruin the “done in a weekend” vibe you’re aiming for. Keep it quick and easy.
Hardware Swaps
Every home has hardware and as a functional item, they can be quite easy to overlook in terms of their importance in relation to home design and aesthetics. But actually swapping things up can give your home a completely new look and mini makeover of sorts, plus for the most part they are really fast, simple swaps to make.
So what are we talking about? Those hollow chrome door knobs you’ve had since the early 2000s, it’s time for them to go in favor of more modern door handles. Your cabinet handles, even light switches, and electrical sockets can all be swapped out for new ones.
A great tip is to match everything so it ties everything together and gives the room a common thread. Let’s look at the Corston door hardware collection, it’s available in different metals, finishes, and styles meaning you can easily find the perfect hardware to match your home decor.
Texture and Touch Upgrades
One of the easiest upgrades to implement is adding texture to a room. You need a room to appeal to your senses, and nothing does that for touch like adding texture. Texture brings a room to life and stops it from feeling “flat.”
First, think about balance. If your room is composed mostly of hard surfaces, such as wooden floors or a leather sofa, then add some items that soften the edges. A deep plush rug underfoot or a soft throw on the sofa. These elements add warmth and help to anchor the space. The opposite applies to rooms full of softer textiles. Adding harder elements gives you that balance that the room will be grateful for.
Weekend Walls
We don’t mean you can build a wall in a weekend or even remove one; that’s not possible or realistic, but you can update certain areas in your home in a weekend; it’s entirely feasible.
Try adding a removable wallpaper to one wall in a room and see how you feel. It’s quick, easy, and of course, you can take it back off if you don’t like it.
A half-wall paneling just behind your bed can give you a bespoke look without the cost; these days, most paneling kits come ready to go and are advised, meaning fewer tools are required, and it’s a simple task you can complete with ease. But don’t overcomplicate it. Choose one wall, get it right, and leave the other ones for another weekend.
Placements That Pop
For a quick fix that doesnt involves spending actual money, rearranging a specific area in your home can give you a fresh new look and feel without you having to dig into your budget.
It seems boring, but simply reconfiguring the layout can have a significant impact. And you don’t need to keep things in the same space either. You might have a lamp that no longer works in the living room, but it’s perfect for your entryway. Or a plant that isn’t thriving in the kitchen but in front of your large window in the living room, where it can get all the sunlight, it’ll be the perfect feature. Don’t be afraid to pull bits in and out of different rooms to complete the look of the room you’re tackling.
Greenery for the Win
Adding plants to any room in the house is a great way to update things and give the area a new lease of life. Plants are living breathing things and by extension they bring your home to life. A tall planter in a bare corner, a trailing plant in a high bookcase or a potted plant on your office desk, all quick and easy wins that shift the atmosphere instantly.
If real plants aren’t for you, then you can use faux options. Just remember to choose ones that closely imitate the real version and give them a dust every once in a while. But for a quick weekend job, it’s a simple makeover with a high impact.
There are many quick weekend updates you can do around the home if big renovation plans aren’t your thing. Remember, pick one space and stick to it. Don’t overcomplicate things, and by Sunday evening, you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
