#AD Home Renovation Tips – Give Your House Some TLC

As we enter a new year, we tend to set ourselves all kinds of resolutions and goals for the year ahead. Rather than only setting the usual personal goals like getting fit or eating healthily though, why not give your family’s surroundings some TLC too?

There are plenty of easy and affordable ways to give your home a refresh and make it a perfect place for the family to spend time and unwind.

Here are some of the ways to maintain your home in the new year and give it the attention it deserves…

Planning is key

When deciding what needs doing around your home, plenty of planning is essential. Jumping straight into renovation can lead to things going wrong and hasty decisions that will be regretted further down the line.

Make a detailed plan of your home renovation aims which includes the budget that each job will require. This way, you are less likely to end up with any nasty surprises where money is concerned.

Part of your planning process should involve setting realistic times and dates for carrying out your renovations. Pick a time when you know there won’t be any kids running around!

Before getting stuck into any DIY projects or odd jobs around your home, do thorough research to learn the best techniques, materials, and tools to use. It’s always better to do something right the first time than to cover up any mistakes that are a result of rushing.

Licks of paint

There are a number of easy ways to spruce up your home in the new year and make it feel brand new, without the upheaval that large scale renovations bring.

Why not give some rooms, doors, window frames and more a fresh lick of paint? Shop around to find the best quality materials, but at the best price.

When choosing your paints, lighting should be at the forefront of every decision. You can use paint to compliment and emphasise the natural light in south-facing rooms, and opt for darker paints in those rooms that are naturally shaded.

If you are looking to do your new year renovations on a budget, sticking to a simple colour palette such as black and white can be just as effective.

Boiler care

While this tip may not be as exciting or noticeable, replacing your ancient and unreliable boiler is another worthwhile job. Older boiler models tend to be far less efficient with energy use and are far more prone to needing regular repairs.

Investing in a new boiler can actually save you tons of money on energy bills in the long term, leaving you with more money to spend on other home improvements. BOXT offer a range of top-quality boilers along with speedy installation to family homes across the UK.

Their ‘find a boiler’ tool allows you to easily enter your requirements and be presented with the perfect boiler for your specific home. There are many highly efficient boiler brands to choose from such as Vaillant boilers, Worcester Bosch and Ideal.

Decluttering

A home renovation idea that can make a huge difference to the feel of your home is to declutter. How?

Maximise on storage as much as possible, so you can hide away all the mess that comes with family life as much as possible. Utilise your existing storage or have more installed to allow the tidying away of kids bits and bobs whenever necessary.

Fresh lighting

Last but not least, another way to make your home feel brand new for 2020 is to change up your lighting.

The tone and vibrancy of your light can have a big impact on the look and feel of a room.

Replacing any old lamp shades or bulbs is an affordable yet effective way to create ambience and make your rooms appear far brighter.

Replace insulation

Another home renovation idea that can save you money is to improve the insulation of your home. If you’ve noticed draughts creeping in during the winter, there are plenty of ways to prevent this without having to spend a fortune.

Head to your local DIY store for some piping insulation, floor filler, or various types of draught excluder.

Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post.