Home Make Over, Made Easy

Here are some simple tips and hints that just about anyone can do. Let’s start on the outside:

Paint the front door: A fresh coat of paint on the front door is a budget-friendly way to instantly boost your home’s appearance. 

Update house numbers: Replace outdated or worn house numbers with new, stylish ones. Here’s a hint – make sure the numbers contrast with their background – you will keep your postie happy and your home deliveries easier to spot by the drivers.

Improve landscaping: Tidy up your yard with some fresh mulch, new plants, or a power wash of the exterior. Most staff at hardware and nurseries can give you great advice.

Now for indoors: you don’t have to be an interior designer to give the indoors a fresh, new look (but it does help). Do some research first – consult your favourite search engine and see the projects the professionals have created. Lots of ideas!

Paint: Refresh any room with new paint—try a bold accent wall or a colourful ceiling. If needed, local painters and handymen in the Highlands are available to assist.

Update hardware: Replacing cabinet and drawer handles in the kitchen, bathroom, or on wardrobes quickly refreshes any space.

Declutter and organise: A tidy home feels bigger and more welcoming. Clearing clutter, organising storage, and designating spaces can have a big impact.  

Rearrange furniture: Moving furniture around can give your space a new look. Also consider replacing some items with more modern or bold looks. 

Install floating shelves: These add storage and a modern look to any room. Books, ornaments, knick-knacks or framed photos can add another dimension to a room’s appearance. 

Replace light fixtures: Replacing outdated light fixtures with modern ones can instantly update a space. 

Update bathroom fixtures: Consider replacing outdated showerheads, faucets, or hardware to refresh your bathroom. If you are not confident, look at hiring a plumber or competent handyman.

Clean grout: Scrubbing and sealing grout can make a big difference in the appearance of tiles in bathrooms and kitchens. 

Add plants: Fresh greenery can liven up any room and improve air quality. Not a green thumb? There are some great synthetic plants available these days – many are so good, it is hard to tell the difference!

Spring is only weeks away – it might be just the right time to give your home a freshen-up! Check out local trades & services in The Fold’s Local Business Directory.