Whether you’ve recently purchased your
dream abode, or you’re a property business looking to increase the value of one
of your homes, decorating can be incredibly costly if you haven’t got the right
tips and techniques behind you. Drawing up a budget before getting started is
crucial, helping you to work out how much money you have to play with when it
comes to transforming the look and feel of a room. To make things easier, we
have put together a few things you can do to save money on decorating a home.
If you’re in the property management business,
it’s likely that you will have a wide portfolio of homes, so before you begin
decorating, it’s important that you have the basics fitted to ensure the
property is warm and comfortable. When it comes to gas and electricity, you
will want to find the best deal on the market, so you may want to consider
visiting Utility
Bidder who can provide you with more information on the best gas and
electricity tariffs.
Repaint
If your walls are looking a little dated,
why not splash some fresh paint onto them to give your property a whole new
look and feel? What’s more, repainting is very budget friendly as all you will
need to buy is a paint brush and your paint of choice. If you don’t like the
sound of DIY, why not enlist some of your friends for some help? If the colour
of your current walls is eye catching, you may prefer to opt for more muted shades,
especially if you’re looking to sell the property.
Rearrange the Furniture
You may not realise it, but simply
rearranging the furniture in a room can totally transform its overall look. For
example, if you have a sofa that’s blocking
traffic in your living room, simply moving your sofa to the opposite wall
can make a big difference and create a brand-new focal point. Best of all,
rearranging furniture costs nothing, so you won’t have to worry about splashing
the cash!
Shop Second-hand
As the saying goes, one man’s trash is
another man’s treasure, so instead of buying brand new items for your home, why
not go down the second-hand route instead? There are plenty of stores, thrift
shops, and websites like eBay and Freecycle where you can find a wide range of
furniture and appliances that are as good as new (and a fraction of their
original cost!). For those who are on a tight budget, buying brand new items
can soon eat up your money, so opting for second-hand instead can make a
property stand out without having to break the bank in the process!
Focus on the Little Details to save Money on Decorating
Making small but subtle changes to a room
can be a great way to decorate a home, whilst saving you some cash too. Changing
cabinet handles, replacing cupboard doors, or adjusting the lighting may be
all it takes to give a room a new lease of life. Additionally, you may want to
simply invest in some soft furnishings, like cushions, throws and rugs to add
colour and a sense of warmth.
Take these few tips on board and see how much you save money on decorating!
Thinking about saving even more ? You can create your own furniture, like this DIY foldable bar table.
