Looking
to improve your home in 2020? A new year (and decade) is a great time
to upgrade your house, whether this is so you can enjoy your time
more at home, or as a way to increase the value if you have plans to
sell. There are lots of great ways to upgrade your home this year
which could make a huge difference to both the property and your
entire life. You do not always have to spend a fortune to make
significant improvements, so read on for a few ideas to consider for
the year ahead.
Kitchen
Improvements
The
kitchen is the beating heart of the home, but it is also a space
which can easily become drab and unhygienic after heavy use. You do
not always have to remodel the kitchen as there are lots of different
ways to freshen
up this space, such as:
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New countertops
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New backsplash
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New taps
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A kitchen island
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Creating an open-plan space
Curb
Appeal
Improving
the curb appeal can change how you feel when you
return home each day, and it can also add value to the property.
There are lots of effective ways to improve the curb appeal,
including:
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New door furniture
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Painting the front door
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New windows
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Fencing
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Exterior lighting
Patio
There
is nothing better than spending time in the backyard with friends
and/or family when the sun is out, and you will want to have a space
that allows you to do this. Creating a patio in the garden and then
setting an area for alfresco dining and socializing will allow you to
get more out of your garden and enjoy spending time outside.
Awnings
Following
this, it is also a good idea to have an awning installed which can
provide important cover that will allow you to spend longer outside.
Places like Miles
Ahead Blinds & Awnings in Melbourne can provide
high quality, retractable awnings which will be a great addition to
your home and garden.
Bathroom
Remodel
The
bathroom is another important area of the home, but also one which
can bring down the tone of the entire house after a while. Remodeling
the space can rejuvenate the home and provide a private space where
you can freshen up each day. A few good upgrades for this space
include:
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Walk-in showers
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A skylight
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New fixtures
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New floor tiles
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Bathtub
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Fresh paint
Flooring
It
is amazing the difference that new flooring can make to a home, but
it is often an overlooked area of interior design (while also adding
value). Hardwood or tiled flooring is best, as they can add visual
appeal to the property, plus they are also much easier to clean and
maintain than carpet. Warmth and comfort can then be added with
stylish rugs.
Hopefully
this post will give you a few ideas for you to upgrade your home over
the next year. These can have a big impact on how you feel when you
are at home and may also help you to command a higher price if you
plan to sell anytime soon.
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