5 Simple Home Improvements by Martin Troughton

Doing some home improvements is one of the best ways to both improve the value of your home, and to make it a nicer space to live in. While it might seem as if home improvements are an expensive and difficult undertaking, you can do many of these without breaking the bank. Here are the top five simple but effective home improvement options.
The first of the home improvements that really add to the look and value of your home is yard cleanup. The outside of your home is the first thing visitors see, and if the yard is well kept and nicely landscaped it creates a nice impression. Keep the lawn freshly mowed, and make sure walkways are always clear. The addition of a few brightly coloured flowers or plants at your home's entrance makes for a powerful visual punch, and is a simple thing you can do yourself. A professionally landscaped garden can add some major curb appeal and dollar value if you are willing to spend a little extra money.

Some of the most popular of all home improvements are those involving bathroom updates. While it can be very pricey to completely renovate a bathroom, smaller updates such as new fixtures, fresh paint, and repair of any existing cracks can truly give the room a whole new look. If dated tub and sink color and style is an issue, replacement is the best option, however this is fairly expensive and can be left as a last resort since smaller updates can really help.

Home improvements to the kitchen are one of the best ways to update your home. Take a look at your current appliances and consider having repairs and cleaning done. Simply putting new burners on an old stove can make it appear much newer and nicer. Cabinets which appear worn or damaged can sometimes be revitalized with just a coat of light coloured paint. Think about replacing your counter tops if they are older: Beautiful and inexpensive counter tops are now being made which rival the appearance of marble and granite ones.

One of the fastest face lifts for the whole home is a fresh coat of paint. Since walls tend to show wear and tear in ways that can sneak up on you, it is common to not even notice that the original paint colour may now be quite faded. Select a shade of paint which complements your decor, and you might find that the visual improvement is amazing.

The flooring in your home may be one of the areas needing home improvements the most. Since the floor is used daily by many people over the years, it's not always easy to keep it looking new. If you have carpeting, consider a carpet shampoo to bring back a newer appearance. Tile flooring might benefit from a professional steam cleaning. If you are willing to invest in a new floor, think about laminate flooring. It is possible to purchase high quality laminates for very low prices today.

Home improvements are often simpler than many people realize. Using the tips here, you can easily help your home look and feel fresh and new.



About the Author
Martin Troughton is experienced in home improvement. If you want more tips and advice about home improvements please visit the Anglian Windows blog at http://blog.anglianhome.co.uk.