DIY home improvements to enhance the appearance of your space

by Jonie Civill 02/25/2024

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Ready to give your home’s appearance a boost? There are many ways to accentuate the charms your home already possesses. If you’re not sure where to begin your DIY home improvement projects, consider updating your home’s lighting: 

Highlight your space with lighting

Adding beautiful lighting can set the tone of your space. A great place to start is by examining the three types of lighting: Ambient, task and accent lighting. Ambient lighting illuminates an entire room, like an overhead lamp or chandelier.  

Task lighting shines in an area meant for a specific purpose, like a desk or reading lamp. Accent lighting brings attention to certain interest points, like spotlights on houseplants or artwork. Combining these different lighting types can help significantly in creating the perfect mood for your space. 

Accentuate with crown molding

Think of crown molding as a beautiful necklace for your space. It’s affordable and can give an elegant aesthetic to walls and doors. This project can also be done in just a few hours, depending on how many places you would like to add the crown molding to. 

De-grime your house

The exterior of your home can also benefit from some simple DIY projects. Consider renting or purchasing a pressure washer. This powerful device can quickly knock away scum and debris from exterior features like window frames, siding or driveways.  

Other simple DIY home improvement projects

For even more simple DIY home improvement, consider these projects: 

  • Getting your carpets professionally cleaned - Doing so will give your carpeted room a fresh appearance. 
  • Painting your front door can give an updated effect to your home’s entranceway. 
  • Shower heads can become a bit rusted and clogged with time. Adding a new shower head improves the flow of water and can give your shower area a sleeker aesthetic.  

Making a few small changes to your space can make a big impact on your home’s overall appearance. Once you’ve decided on your next upgrade, you can find affordable supplies at your local home improvement store to bring your DIY projects to life.

About the Author
Author

Jonie Civill

With over 30 years of residential experience in the Capital District, I have an in depth knowledge of houses for sale throughout the region. Working with buyers, I listen to your needs and help you find the right home. Selling a home requires a professional understanding of the process, including pricing, staging and personalized marketing techniques to get your home sold. I will work with you through all the details of buying or selling right through till the closing.

I have been a Multi-Million Dollar Producer throughout my career. I am active in the Greater Capital Association of Realtors serving on the Professional Standards and the Community Outreach Committees.

My business has been based on repeat and referral clients, which is the highest compliment I can receive. I have sold some homes 3 times and have worked with 3 generations of a family.

I believe in paying it forward. For years I have been actively involved with community service organizations.

Real estate has been my job but I really enjoy helping others create a better quality of life for themselves