As we approach nearly two months of quarantine thanks to COVID-19, most of us are getting a little tired of our homes and considering improvements. We wanted to give you some no-fail DIY home improvements you can begin now that will give you a nice return on investment for your home. In other words, these improvements will not waste your time or your money!
PAINT!
As we say in the staging business “Paint is like money in a can!”. It’s true – fresh updated walls not only make your house feel cleaner but it improves the look and condition as well. Statistics show paint can increase your home’s value overnight. Newly painted interior walls result in an increase in the return on investment (ROI), by over 100%. And, painting can also be therapeutic, that is unless you try it with spouse:) Here are some no-fail interior paint colors that are pleasing when it comes time to sell your home. We do, however, want to caution you to please leave ceilings and trim to the pros.
REMOVABLE WALLPAPER
If you want a fun way to freshen up a space, removable wallpaper is all the rage right now. There are SO many fun patterns and it’s such a great way to add color and life to a space without committing. We love the fact that you can have your fun now but when it comes time to change it’s easy to remove. Think outside the box when using wallpaper. You can use as an accent wall, line the back of bookcases, or even use in a closet or fun play space!
Blue Diamond: Amazon
Geometric print : Etsy
Palm leaves: Amazon
Rose Gold Blue Floral: Amazon
CHANGE HARDWARE & LIGHTING
Cabinet hardware and light fixtures are the “jewelry” of our homes. They add that little bit of drama that provides immediate impact. These small investments are not costly nor do they require a lot of DIY skills. Updating these items can provide a great return on the investment of your house. Here’s a few of our favorite touches:
Birdcage Light Fixture: Amazon
Flushmount Light: Amazon
Large Pulls: Amazon
Small Knobs: Amazon
DECORATING
There’s nothing like lifting the spirits of a woman in quarantine like new decor for her home. Am I right ladies? Depending on where you live, you might not be able to shop in store right now (we miss HomeGoods!). The online options are endless! Target also has a new line we LOVE from Studio McGee. Here’s just a sample below:
Believe it or not, but the way you decorate your home can and will impact the ability to sell. Staying minimally on trend shows the buyer you care enough to invest in the small things of your home so you probably invest in the larger, unseen things of the home.
BACKSPLASH
If your home doesn’t have a back splash in the kitchen now may be a good time to watch some how-to videos and get your tile game on. Do not, I repeat, do not try to take the easy way out and buy peel and stick tile. It might look good and does trick the eye, but has no return on investment. Subway tiles are a guaranteed option for resale. They have been around for years and never go out of style.
CURB APPEAL
First impressions mean the most. The weather is finally getting nicer, so now might be a good time to get outside and take on some of those exterior items you’ve been meaning to address. Getting some much needed Vitamin D can lift your spirits and at the same time you will be providing a fresh ray of sunshine to your home.
We hope you make the most of any extra time to create a space you love and check some of those nagging “to do’s” off your list. If DIY is not your thing, we would be happy to help. Just give us a call at 703-552-04545 or go online and sign up for an online consultation.
We would love the opportunity to help you shine a spotlight on your home.
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