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    A Home Redesign on a Budget: 7 Smart Steps To Make It Happen

    By BAUCE MEDIA PARTNERJuly 8, 20204 Mins Read
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    Making changes to your home can seem like a wallet-draining task but that’s not always the case. There are millions of homeowners out there that are able to redesign their spaces without breaking the bank. If you’re considering doing the same, here are some steps to help you do a home redesign on a budget.

    1. Measure everything

    One of the biggest mistakes that people make when designing their homes is buying ill-fitting furniture. Sure, it may look good at the department store or overstock but it can appear bulky or out of place in your living room. To avoid this, you want to measure everything –yes everything. Wall to wall, corner to corner. 

    Doing this gives you a good layout of your home allowing you to pick the right-sized furniture and decor. It also makes online shopping easier since you simply need to compare your house measurements against the product description.

    2. Plan, plan, plan

    Before you go out and buy stuff, take a look at your home plan again and figure out the purpose of each area. For example, you may want a part of the living room to be a reading nook so that means you need to buy a night lamp. Or maybe you want it to be a dedicated movie area so you need to look for reviews on sofas that will comfortably fit all the members of your family. Have a plan for how each area will be used so you can start prioritizing the items you need to buy. Another way to add value, protection, and style is by installing vinyl siding for your home. With the range of colors available, you can choose one that will complement your existing decor. It can help reduce your energy bills as it adds insulation, and it’s easier to install than other traditional sidings, so make sure to factor this into your budgeting plan. Lastly, with proper maintenance, it can last for decades – making it an excellent long-term investment for your home.

    3. Consider secondhand items

    The secondhand market is brimming with home decor options. You just have to be diligent in looking for items that you need. There are plenty of great bargains that will save you a lot of money. Best of all, they add character to your home better than any generic furniture you find at IKEA. Some great stuff to buy secondhand are dressers, desks, frames, tables, baskets, vases, and vintage decor.

    4. Multi-purpose is better

    If you’re buying a big-ticket item, it shouldn’t just be for aesthetic purposes. It should have a function as well. If it doesn’t add any function to a room, then don’t buy it. For instance, if you’re replacing your bed frames, maybe you’ll want one that has an storage so you can have more space. Or if you want natural light during cold winter days, maybe get light, insulated curtains. Making home decor choices like these prevents you from having to buy multiple items. 

    5. Pick a color scheme

    cozy sofa with throw blanket redesign

    If you don’t know where to start, you can find a lot of inspiration from Pinterest and home decor sites. You want to have a coherent color scheme because this will have the biggest impact on your space. Even if you don’t have all the furniture right, if you pick the right paint colors, you can still have a nice looking room. Take your time on these and try out different palettes on a bare wall. You can get small samples at the hardware store before finally deciding on a color scheme that you want. 

    6. Check your existing items

    Another way to save on your home redesign is by repurposing your existing items. Look around your home first and see if you have items that you can use in other rooms. Maybe you don’t need to buy a new dresser for the bedroom when you can just use the underutilized one in the living room? Or how about selling your unwanted furniture first and using the profit to buy a new one?

    7. Set a realistic budget

    Last but not the least, set a realistic budget. Obviously, you don’t want it to be too high but you also don’t want the budget to be too low otherwise, you end up making compromises you don’t want. This will only cost you more later on when you have to correct a decision that you weren’t happy with in the first place.

    Which of these steps are you considering taking on? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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