What’s the primary motivation for tackling any room renovation, whether it’s a living room, bedroom or bathroom? Aesthetics, according to HomeAdvisor’s State of Home Spending Report, released in June. Especially if you’re looking to remodel your living room, improving the appearance of the space and boosting your overall enjoyment of it are almost definitely the end goals.
While many home renovations can be a costly undertaking, there are still several ways you can remodel the look and feel of yours when on a budget. Here’s one to consider that’s so simple you’re going to say, why didn’t I think of that? Rearranging Your Furniture!
Okay, so rearranging furniture doesn’t work in every room – a fireplace or your dedication to feng shui may make it difficult – but consider moving the couch, switching the table a lamp sits on or swapping out furniture from another room. It can move the focal point of your entire space or open up the conversation area to make it look more inviting. With very little sweat equity, how you experience the room can be a home changing experience.
How much will it cost? For moving bigger pieces of furniture, you may want to enlist the help of a friend or family member, which can be more enticing with an offer of lunch or dinner on you. Beyond that, be ready with a bit of spackle and some paint to cover any visible holes in your walls that are suddenly revealed when you move that giant armoire that’s been there for eons. Wall repair kits or a tub of spackling for drywall cost between $4 and $8 at Target, Home Depot, Lowe’s or Walmart.
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