Sometimes you need a change. And one way to achieve that change is to switch up your surroundings. However, not everyone can afford to remodel their entire house.
But you don’t have to. A few small changes around the home can really make a big difference. And they don’t have to be expensive.
A new light fixture or coat of paint can completely transform your space. You just need a few ideas. And we have 50 for you.
Here are 50 simple remodeling hacks to completely transform your home:
Have you always wanted a spa bathroom? You can easily give your bathroom a spa look by giving your tub an Airstone face. All you need is a few boxes of Airstone and some adhesive. Get the details
here.
2) Contact Paper Counterop
Is your bathroom countertop drab and outdated? You can update it with some contact paper. You can get the details
here.
This is another way to update your bathroom. Just give yoru tub an inexpensive new face with some wooden planks. Learn how
here.
This is a great fix for a beat up looking wall. This was a $30 job. Learn how to get this look
here.
Is your fireplace look dilapitated? Maybe you should give it a new makeover. Some wood and stone will do the trick. Get the details
here.
6) Shower Fixture Makeover
Shower fixtures can get rusty or water stained over time. Make them look brand new by spray painting them. Learn how
here.
Vent covers can become shoddy looking after time with rust, dirt, and paint chips. You can spray paint these too. Get the instructions
here.
Dark wood ceiling fans with gold trim can have an outdated look. You can make it look like a completely different fan by giving it a paint job. Get the details
here.
9) Air Return Vent Makeovers
Air return vent covers can be unsightly. But it’s easy to makeover. Learn how
here.
10) Concrete Countertops.
Need a more durable countertop? Top it with some concrete. Learn how
here.
Give your wall a unified look with a wall-length curtain rod. Just make on from PVC pipe. Get the details
here.
Wainscoating is a great way to give your room a high-end look. And you can create wainscoating with some paint and a few piece of wood. Get the details
here.
Don’t buy expensive mirrors. Just frame them yourself and make them look expensive. Learn how
here.
Dark wooden panelling looks kind of vintage. And not in a good way. Give it a more contemporary look with a coat of paint. Get more info
here.
Has your faucet seen better days? Bring it back to life with a spray paint facelift. Details can be found
here.
16) Oak Banister Makeover
Don’t buy a new banister. Give your banister a richer look with some paint and stain. It will completley transform your staircase. You can find a tutorial on this
here.
17) Feather Finish Laminate Countertops
Laminate countertops are so over. Give yours a new look with some feather finish. Learn how
here.
18) Tidy Up With Shelving
Get your cookbooks off the counter. Add some shelves to the side of your cabinet to give them a place where they are easily accesible. More info
here.
19) Paint Your Linoleum Floors
Linoleum floors are also over. You can paint these with a cool pattern for a more modern look. Learn how
here.
Your TV can stick out like a sore thumb when it’s mounted on the wall. Frame it to give it a classier look. Find the instructions
here.
You don’t need to pay to install new thick baseboards. You can fake them. Learn how
here.
You don’t need to buy a new sink to give your bathroom a new look. You can just paint it. Learn how
here.
23) Paint the Ceiling a Pop of Color
Make your ceiling the centerpiece of your room. You can change the entire look of a room and moderinze it by painting the ceiling a pop of color. Learn more
here.
Need a place to keep your grocery list or dinner menu? Use some chalkboard paint on your cabinets. Learn how to create this design
here.
Need an organized place where phones can charge? This DIY charging station is the perfect solution. You can find lots of DIY charging station ideas for your home
here.
26) Switch Plate Spruce Up
Don’t let a light switch stick out like a sore thumb. You can hide it or make it look a lot nicer by adding a picture frame or new plate. Get some decorative light switch ideas
here.
27) Peel and Stick Tile Backsplash
Installing a new backsplash can get expensive when hiring a professional. You can go the DIY route with peel and tick backsplash tile. Learn everything you need to know about peel and stick tiling
here.
You don’t have to spend a ton on a fancy pantry. You can buy a cheap one and make it look a lot nicer with a paint job, some picture frames (or molding), and new draw pulls. Learn how
here.
You can dress up a room by adding some trim to your windows. You can add pieces on top, the sides, and/or the bottom. Learn how
here.
Mirrored doors are a lot pricer than regular doors. But you can fake them. Just buy inexpensive framed mirrors and use something like Liquid Nails Mirror Adhesive to glue them to your doors. It makes the door look high-end and it makes your room look a lot larger. You can also use caulk around the edge of the mirror to hide the seams.
Give your mini blinds an upgrade. You can turn them into roman blinds with some fabric. Get the instructions
here.
32) High and Wide Curtains
This is a great trick to make your room look more grand. Just hang your curtain rods high and wide. It makes your window look a lot better. Learn more
here.
33) Transform a Tiny Bathroom Wall
You can create a great focal point in even small bathrooms with an accent wall. You can do this with some wood planks, tiles, paint, or peel and stick tile or wallpaper.
Give your entryway closet a makeover. You can transform it into an open closet with an entry way bench. Learn how
here.
Need a little extra shelf space. Install glass shelves to increase storage space without the bulk of regular shelving. Get more info
here.
Want to give your room a fun and modern look? Trying painting a mosaic wall. Learn how
here.
37) Hide Ugly Chords and Cables
Chords and cables can look unsightly. You can keep them completely out of sight with a few tricks. You can find a few ways to hide chords
here.
A very easy was to update your living room is to put new covers on your pillows. It’s a lot cheaper than buying brand new pillows. You can find all kinds of decorative pillow covers
here on Amazon.
Is your couch or arm chair looking a litte worse for wear? Bring it back to life with a new slip cover. You can find some
here on Amazon.
40) Unblah Your Bookshelf
Your book shelves don’t have to be blah. You can spruce them up instead by painting the back of it or wallpapering it. Learn more
here.
41) Laundry Room Chandelier
Your laundry room doesn’t have to be a neglected room in your house. You can make it look like it’s own special room with a chandlier. Having a nice laundry room makes doing laundry not so bad.
Need an office but lack the extra room for one? Why not turn your closet into an office? Get some ideas for your closet office
here.
Make the entrance way to your home fun and welcoming. Get yourself a fun doorbell. Decorative doorbells and class up the front of your home.
Air conditioners can look unsightly. There are lots of creative ways to hide your air conditioner and prevent it from looking like an eyesore. Get ideas on how to hide your air conditioner
here.
45) Paint Your Front Door a Pop of Color
Your front door is a big focal piece to your home. Give it a coat of paint and pop of color to really make it stand out. You can get some good ideas
here.
Give your dull colored dresser some life with a new coat of paint. You can also Mod Podge the drawers. Get the tutorial for this project
here.
47) Paint Tile Backsplash
Sick of the drab tile in your house? You don’t have to replace it. You can just paint over it. Learn how
here.
You don’t need new exterior to dress up your home. You can create a nice focal point with a weathervane. They have all types of weathervanes with different ornaments and animals.
You can really modernize the front of your home by switching out your house numbers. This house number planter was a DIY job. Learn how to create it
here.
50) Illuminate Your Cabinets
You can create the illusion of a state-of-the-art kitchen without making any major upgrades. Just add some lighting to your cabinets. Learn more about cabinet illumination
here.
