Remodeling an older home doesn’t have to be complicated or too expensive. Below are four simple ideas to help your well-loved home feel new again.
- Clean Up the Outside
Curb appeal is an important aspect of a home, whether or not you’re planning to sell anytime soon. To spruce up the outside of your home, you could start with power washing Lawrence Township NJ the walls to make it bright and clean, then focus your attention on the lawn and flower beds to add some beauty.
- Focus on the Living Area
Your family probably spends the majority of their time in the living areas of the house. If the remodeling budget is tight, consider spending the majority of the funds in these well-lived areas. Paint the walls a bright, happy color; add more natural light; purchase a new, comfortable couch for family movie nights.
- Build a Mudroom
A mudroom is a small, open, closet-like space that is built into a wall. It’s a wonderful addition to a house with children that need a place to drop off their school bags and keep their dirty shoes away from clean floors. The addition is an easy way to spruce up a laundry room or entryway too.
- Reorganize the Closets
Although guests won’t (or shouldn’t) be peeking into your closets, you and your family will appreciate newly organized spaces for clothes, toys, and other household items. There are a variety of stores and online shops to help you find ideas, order organizing materials, and get the job done in a timely manner. Updating your closets also gives you an opportunity to sort through your possessions and donate what you don’t need anymore.
A family home should be a safe haven. By updating some parts of it every once in a while, you will keep it as a well-loved place for the whole family.
