3 Quick Fixes That Go a Long Way

The most important things to renovate and where you can improve the capital value of a property most are kitchens, bathrooms, landscaping and gardens. Although, if you don’t have the time or money for renovations to you home, there are alternatives that will give you instant gratification. Here are three things that you can do that will give your pad some instant appeal without breaking the bank. These suggestions are even easy enough to do yourself!

1.Give it a punch of color!
A fresh coat of paint can go a long way. One of the simplest and most effective makeovers is a new paint job. It's not expensive and can readily be changed again if you're not crazy about what you chose. In Fact, sites like SherwinWilliams.com let you visualize their paint colors in their virtual room. They also sell sample jars of paint, which is just enough to slap on the walls to see if you warm up to it or to see if it matches with your décor. This is a great idea for giving you a preview of what your room will look like. If you are one to change wall color as fast as fashion fads go in and out, research color forecasting to see what palettes will be in next season. Another thing that you repaint is the stain on doors and furniture; this will give them a revitalizing look to go along with the new wall color.

2. Updating Hardware
Now that you’ve got some new paint on the wall, how about updating the knobs on your favorite furniture piece, door handle, or cabinetry pulls?
From kitchen hardware to general cabinet handles, you can find all shapes and sizes. Nearly every room in a home has cabinets. The kitchen, the bathroom, the living room, office and even the bedroom can be dressed and refreshed with some new updated hardware. When selecting hardware pick ones that compliment the look of the object and that are going to stand out and make a statement. Your selections will give a lot of look, are easy to install, and will last a lifetime.

3. New Plumbing Fixtures
When is time to start thinking about new fixtures for the bathroom or kitchen? Leaking, worn or rusting fixtures are visible signs that you may need to kick them to the curb. Fixtures include, but not limited to: shower heads, toilets, kitchen and bath faucets and water heaters. Also, if your thinking about becoming more eco-friendly, this could be a good time to update them with some ones that are more water efficient. After selecting the appropriate fixtures, it is a good idea to have a plumber handy if you don’t know what your doing. In addition, if you end up hiring a plumber it is a good idea to have a periodic inspection of pipes, leaky fixtures, clogged drains, or septic tanks.