Did you just buy a house? Or have you owned a home for years and want to refresh its appearance? But the problem is you don’t know where to start. You would love to save money and tackle a few home improvement projects on your own. Consider six ways to learn about DIY home renovation projects and get great ideas.
Subscribe to Magazines
Visual representations of home improvement projects help you to get inspired. Nothing is more enticing than flipping through the glossy pages of home and garden magazines. And you don’t have to do the projects exactly the way the pros do them. Check out the picture and articles to develop your own creative ideas. Make a list of the projects you can to do and include colors, textures, and supplies you need to make them happen. Check out timeless resources such as “Better Homes and Gardens” to get the inspiration you need to find out more.
Visit Websites
Another wonderful way to see an endless flow of visual representations is to visit home improvement websites. From local contractors to international publications, there are numerous options that give you all kinds of ideas. There are even publications dedicated to certain areas and types of homes. Consider resources such as Martha Stewart, Country Living, and Town and Country. Bookmark or print the pages you want to use for future DIY projects. Create a scrapbook to share with salespeople at home improvement stores and future contractors.
Talk to Contractors
One of the best resources for inspiring home renovation ideas is a contractor. And most contractors offer free estimates along with suggestions to make your house more beautiful and functional. These estimates are usually no-obligation and prove to be a worthwhile learning experience. And consider the estimate carefully. Some contractors don’t mind if you do a portion of the work yourself and hire them for the more difficult aspects of the project. This is a smart way to save money and ensure the projects are completed correctly.
Chat With Other Homeowners
Do you have friends, family members or neighbors with beautiful home? Are many of them often knee-deep in home improvement projects? If you admire a house, ask the homeowner how they did it. Find out about the project details, whether they did it themselves or hired a contractor and the estimated costs. It’s incredible how much you can find out from other DIYselfers.
Watch Television Shows and Videos
Countless people watch television shows and YouTube videos to get step-by-step instructions for DIY home projects. In fact, there are entire television networks dedicated to home improvement, such a the DIY Network and HGTV. Choose from an array of shows focused on everything from buying a tiny house to decorating a big one. And YouTube has many channels to consider, some of them from individuals in-the-know and others from corporations dedicated to home improvement. Make a recording of the shows you want to use for projects in the future.
Attend Home and Garden Shows
Smart homeowners attend local home and garden shows. At the World Class Home Shows, people meet vendors, contractors, and home improvement celebrities and gurus. The latest products and ideas are displayed so homeowners can see them, touch them, and ask questions. With all these resources in one place, homeowners save time and energy on everything from buying fixtures to hiring contractors. And often the vendors offer exclusive discounts you can only score by attending the show!
Make sure to attend an upcoming World Class Home Show to get incredible home improvement ideas. Whether you DIY or hire someone, everything you need is at your fingertips!