Something New for 2019: 3 Simple Home Upgrades That Anyone Can Do
It’s the New Year, and we’re hoping you enjoyed a wonderful holiday season and are ready to take on this year and make it the best yet. We’re already heading into the second week of 2019…have you made your resolutions yet? It’s not too late! There’s never a bad time to set goals for yourself, and whether your goals are health and wellness related, or based on relationships with others, we believe that resolutions are a great way to stay on track and make sure you end the year feeling accomplished. Many people like to talk about a “fresh start” with each New Year, and that can roll over to your home, but what if you can’t afford (or aren’t ready to invest time in) a full-home renovation, or making over an entire space in your house?
No need to worry! You can still enjoy the feeling of something “fresh” with these 3 simple, relatively inexpensive home upgrades that anyone can do during this coming year:
1. Change up your paint color. If you’ve been living with the same olive green on your walls since your house was built in the 70s, you’re a little overdue for a change of pace. In 2019, clean, bright colors are much preferred, with shades of grey being a popular choice. Basically, you want your space to feel airy, open, and full of light. If you think painting is a huge undertaking, don’t take on your whole house at once! Pick one room that you spend a lot of time in, and start there. Even this small change can make a big impact in your space this coming year.
2. Trade out hardware. Tired of the builder-grade brass knobs you’ve been living with since you moved in? Hardware makes a big statement in the rooms of your home, even though it’s a seemingly subtle accent. Simply trading out doorknobs, drawer pulls, hinges, etc. with something clean-lined and modern will freshen a space and make it feel upgraded. Want to take it a step farther? Trade out faucets, towel bars, etc. to match. This will also assist in making a space feel newer, without a lot of time or money invested in the upgrade.
3. Buy new textiles. Rugs, blankets, throw pillows, and even bedding make a big difference in a space. Find pieces that are modern and fresh, but still coordinate with your existing color palette to avoid having to buy EVERYTHING brand new. New fabrics in interesting colors and textures will make your space seem fresh, and is a great option for renters who can’t change out their paint colors, flooring ,etc.
These simple, affordable changes can give you a taste of “renovation” in 2019. Want to finally get rid of those awful fixtures that have been hanging around since the 90s? Dickens Plumbing should be first on your call list! Polk County residents trust us with all of their plumbing needs and know we provide only the very best in quality work and materials. Give us a call and get a quote to make your plumbing upgrade resolutions happen this year.