As winter draws near, people are getting ready to hunker down and spend a whole lot more time indoors. And while that means you’ll stay cozy and warm, it’s not always exciting having to spend so much time stuck inside at home. However, we’ve got a number of DIY home projects that you can tackle this winter that will keep you busy, and give you some really spectacular results. Whether you tackle just one or the whole list is up to you.
Update the Lighting in Your Home
When was the last time you thought about your light fixtures in your home? Did you know that they play a huge role, not just in the look of a room, but also the ambiance and even the functionality of the space? With that said, it may be time to start replacing old and dated fixtures, choosing new modern designs that are also more energy-efficient.
If you are going to replace your light fixtures, why not step outside the box? You can look at various styles such as recessed lighting, chandeliers, pendant lights, under cabinet lighting, floor lamps, and so forth. The options are endless.
Repaint Existing Wood Furniture
Here’s another DIY project that will deliver some great results. If you’ve got some old wood furniture pieces that are looking a little worse for wear, rather than getting rid of them, you can always use a paint stripper to get rid of the old paint, and then give them a fresh new look.
For those new to stripping paint, the Best Paint Stripper for Wood, Metal, and Masonry: a Complete Guide is an excellent resource to use. The paint stripper comparison chart will help you pick the right product for the job, and then the guide highlights all the steps you’ll need to take. While this project is a bit labor-intensive, you can expect to get some really great results.
Add a Backsplash in Your Kitchen
Want to spruce up your kitchen but don’t have the budget for a total renovation and gut job? Not to worry, as there are smaller DIY projects that will cost a fraction of the budget and still provide an impact.
A backsplash can end up being the perfect DIY project as it is relatively simple to do; you just need to be sure you give yourself enough time and patience to follow the steps. When choosing the perfect backsplash, look for one that will tie all the elements together in your kitchen, such as the countertops, cabinets, window coverings and flooring.
Get Out the Paint Brushes and Get to Work
Here’s a DIY job that can be quick and simple, or more time intensive depending on how many rooms you want to paint. Painting is one of the most impactful changes you can make in the home, and yet it’s a project that pretty much anyone can do on their own. If you want to change the look of a room entirely, you can paint all four walls, but you can achieve a similar effect by simply making one of them a feature wall.
So, instead of spending the majority of your time this winter on the couch, get tackling some DIY projects!
