As we’re spending more time at home it’s the perfect opportunity to complete those small home reno jobs you’ve been meaning to get to for months (if not years)!
We all have something we’ve been putting off to fix in our home. Make the most out of the time you save from not commuting anymore and dedicate that extra hour or two towards DIY home renovations!
Time to paint!
Painting your home is one of those things that stays in the back of your mind but takes a lot of encouragement to actually get to.
But now that you have time to spare, it may be worthwhile beginning to paint room by room. Whether it’s a small touch up or the whole house you want to redo, order your supplies online and get going!
Start with a colour scheme. Having inspected hundreds of homes, we’ve always said that neutral tones that are fresh are the most versatile and timeless. Take a look at these!
Want to know what colours are trending in 2020?
Home Veggie Garden
As we are visiting the shops less, we’re seeing more popularity in households growing their own vegetables and fruits. We love this idea! In the long term you could save money from needing to buy groceries and plus, it’s much healthier to eat freshly picked produce!
Here’s are all the great reasons why you should create your own veggie garden:
- Save money!
- Reduce your carbon footprint as your vegetables do not need any fuel and other pollution involved to travel to and from farms, warehouses, supermarkets etc.
- The plants can clear the groundwater of chemicals and bacteria
- Gardening is a natural stress reliever
- Plants absorb carbon dioxide and produce oxygen!
- You can compost your organic waste
Not sure where to start? Take a look at this:
Take inspiration from these eye-pleasing veggie gardens!
Live in an apartment? Try it this way!
If you don’t have a backyard but have a balcony or verandah, try this!
Other little things that need maintenance
Look around the house to see if anything needs a little love. Here are some simple ones you can do in a short amount of time!
Replace door handles
How old do you think your door handles are? Are some of them broken and rattle?
First, choose a door handle design that you like, you can google “door handle” and get a million options!
All you need is a screwdriver to remove and replace the old door handle. If you need extra locks for better security, make sure it’s right for you! It may be worthwhile consulting a locksmith to find one that provides the best security and functionality.
Here are some sexy doorknobs!
If you live in a house, it’s time to clean your gutters.
Obviously no one will be excited to clean the gutters but they deserve some attention too. It’s important to clean them at least twice a year. The last thing you need right now are plumbing issues or structural decay in your house!
Fix that leaky faucet or showerhead.
You don’t need to call a plumber to fix that leaky tap! Most often, all you have to do is replace the rubber washer inside the tap handle. Fix that and you’ll be saving so much water.
Clean your Air Conditioner Filter!
When was the last time you had your A/C filter checked? Have you ever noticed that your A/C isn’t working as well as it used to? Or, whenever you use it your electricity bill spikes?
When your Air Conditioner filter is full of dust and not cleaned or replaced, it takes more energy to pump out your desired cool or hot air.
Plus, if a family member has any allergies or asthma, or you have a pet, it’s crucial to clean them regularly. Also, cleaning the filters will make sure you have cleaner air circulating in your home.
Some air conditioner filters need to be replaced professionally, whilst others need a simple ‘peel off the dust’ and a good rinse to be ready to go!
We hope that these little projects will help you keep active and productive. Staying at home for extended periods of time can be challenging for many -stay safe and take care!
