Been feeling a bit bored for the last few days and don’t know how to spend your weekend? Well, why not capitalize on the idle time and try out some simple, no mess home DIY projects? It’s no secret that DIY projects can completely change the look and feel of your home. Home renovations don’t have to take up weeks of your life, with some fast and effective home makeovers that can be achieved in just a few hours using some common household items.
Here are some amazing at-home DIYs for you to consider:
Brighten Up Your Walls
For a quick and easy transformation to a room, consider adding a hint of fresh color to the walls. A pop of bright blue or a rustic orange could easily do the trick. To avoid making any permanent changes and a lifetime commitment to the color, why not use washable paint or even wall stickers to brighten up any dull looking wall? Besides the obvious color change, you can also use this opportunity to get creative and think outside the box with your patterns and designs!
Create Some Shelving
One of the simplest yet effective DIY projects for the weekend is floating shelves. Floating shelves are inexpensive and can easily be made using some wood, metal, or even MDF. This is a great way to add a modern but stylish touch to any room whilst also providing extra storage space. For those of you who are fans of upcycling and recycling, you could use wooden milk crates to get the rustic feel.
Replace Outdated Light Fixtures
If you’re feeling like some subtle changes to the lighting in your home, why not try replacing outdated light fixtures? It may seem daunting but it’s actually an incredibly easy job even for novice DIYers. Pay attention to the shape of the fitting that you’re replacing and replace with something in a similar size. You can check out ready-to-go fixtures in certain hardware or lighting stores.
Reinvent Plain Furniture
Sometimes all that’s needed to revive a boring piece of furniture are some simple touch ups and enhancements. For a cheap yet effective update, why not consider playing around with color, fabric, or even upholstery? Painting a wooden chair a bright color is an easy way of giving it a modern twist. You can also consider spray painting plastic chairs for a more subtle effect.
Rearrange the Room Layout
If you’re feeling particularly ambitious this weekend, consider taking on a slightly larger project and reinventing the room layout. Moving things around may not cost you any money but may impact the place in the most profound way. Assess all the items in the room and have fun designing the layout for the most visually satisfying result!
Introduce Plants
Introducing plants to a space is an effortless way of adding energy to the room while also increasing its oxygen levels. Not only can plants look visually appealing when arranged nicely, but can add to the overall decorations in the home. There are many plants that can easily be managed and ones that don’t require too much effort in terms of maintenance.
Let the Sun In
For those who are open to making bigger changes in the home, why not consider opening up a wall or adding a window for natural light to come in? Natural light has the power to completely turn around a room, adding more light and energy to it. Plus, it’s free and affordable once you have the practical skills in place; also necessary permission as applicable.
Add Some Style to your Windows
Windows are central and form their own style statement apart from adding light to your space. Why not consider switching your traditional blinds to something more organized and appealing? You can check out local stores for window treatments or even look online for custom patterns to suit your décor.
Switch Up the Flooring
If all the walls seem ok and you need something a bit more permanent but still within a decent budget – why not look into replacing the flooring? Depending on the area of the house, you may want to consider tiles, carpet, or even wood for the flooring. You can check out bargains and wholesale prices for materials online and even enlist the help of a carpenter/friend for the installation.
Play with Different Textures
Texture can bring out the style and make a space look more amazing. Playing with different textures around the home by adding them to the right places can have a huge impact. With some upholstery and bold curtains, you may be able to create a wow factor in the room.
Refresh the Curtains
For a style update that is just as easy as putting up a fresh coat of paint, why not look into changing the curtains? Curtains can really set the tone for a room. Add some drama with bold colors or keep the room simple with shades of white and grey. The best part is, you can also add some extra charm with different textures and fabrics.
Create Some Art
For the creative minds at heart, why not use the weekend to try and create some art? Creating a masterpiece doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult. With just some paper, pens, and paints, your inner artist will be joined in the unique process of making a beautiful work of art for the home.
Get Crafty
Last but not least, don’t forget about the age of old crafty projects. With many home design programs that can help you bring your imaginative design into life, why not take this weekend to consider some more fun DIYs such as making jewelry or mending fabric? These crafts are really easy and can be done over the weekend, and what better way of transforming a home on your own with these handmade design pieces?
So, what can be more exciting than turning the weekend into a productive DIY task? Now is the time to use the energy and enthusiasm and get creative in your own home! Let your DIY dreams come true and turn the weekend into the actual leisure day it is meant to be.