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10 Tips for a quick and simple home refresh

By Airtasker

Published: September 21st, 2023

Refresh your home with these easy and simple tips.

Your home should be your happy place. Your home is where you should unwind, connect with family and friends, and feel energized again. You don’t need an overhaul of your space to make it feel brand new! Follow these tips for some great ways to transform your home. 

1. Declutter and organize

clothes to donate and keep
Use “donate” and “keep” labels for decluttering

Taking the time to sort through and declutter your space will make a huge difference. From cramped and chaotic to calm and peaceful, you will immediately see an improvement with the excess cleared.

Find creative ways to store your items in cute and colorful baskets and set aside anything that you’d like to donate. If you need a hand with organization or donation pick up, you can call professional organizers for that. 

2. Apply a fresh coat of paint 

A man in blue shirt painting a wall
Repainting walls to make them look as good as new

A coat of paint can work wonders in any space. Choosing the right color can reflect your style and change your mood. If you pick a lighter shade, it can make your space feel open and airy, while if you pick a pop of color, it can put a smile on your face when you walk into the room.

Painting not your thing? We have professional pros available to paint any wall in your home.

3. Use updated fabrics 

From rugs and beddings to curtains… swapping out colors and textures can change the look of any room and make your home feel brand new. If you mix in some patterns, it can change the visual interest of your space.

Not good with decorating? Finding an interior decorator to visualize the space might just be the ticket!  

4. Rearrange furniture 

Feng shui is definitely something to consider, and even just experimenting with different layouts can really maximize your space.

Also, consider swapping out furniture for more usable items that would work in your space, such as an extra large bookshelf for a loveseat couch. If you have a new item to assemble or need a hand rearranging, find a skilled furniture assembler for the job. 

5. Add in greenery 

living space with plants
Bring the outside in with plants

We cannot stress enough how much greenery transforms a space. A vibrant green breath of life in your home can make all the difference in making it feel like new.

Look around for different types of greenery and asses your skill level – if you are likely to forget watering, you might opt for a very forgiving plant. Make sure your plants are taken care of when you’re away, and hire a handy plant sitter

6. Upgrade your lighting 

A heavy, outdated lighting fixture can truly shrink a room. Want to make your space light and airy? Consider getting a modern fixture with clear lightbulbs to open the space and make it even brighter.

Make your lighting fixtures consistent throughout your home by choosing a metal or color to use throughout. Need some help choosing your fixtures? A handy Tasker might be just what you need. 

7. Incorporate art and personal touches

Add in that gallery wall you’ve always wanted, or hang up those art pieces that might be in your garage. Or finally, print out your vacation pictures and hang them on your wall!

All these personal touches will touch up your home and make it feel like a new space. Don’t trust yourself hanging a picture straight? You can call a Tasker for that! 

8. Upgrade those small details 

a man installing a doorknob
Upgrading the doorknob

Consider replacing old hardware with an updated look. Hardware on cabinets and drawers can make a new statement and all the difference to refresh your space. New doorknobs may also make a good impression! Hiring a doorknob installer can help swap old for new to suit your new space and needs.  

9. Add in new mirrors

an installer putting up a bathroom mirror
Replace old mirrors with new

Anyone can tell you that adding a mirror to a space can open it up and make it look even bigger. So what are you waiting for? Whether it’s a vintage or sleek and modern mirror, hanging one up is not easy. You can find an expert to hang the mirrors for you and get the task done swiftly.  

10. Deep clean your home

Finally, don’t forget to actually deep clean your home! Paying attention to special details can make a huge difference. From carpet steam cleaning to exterior wall cleaning and everything in between, having a clean and well-maintained home can make it feel brand new! 

 

There you have it. You can make your space feel new without big and expensive renovations. Creating an environment that reflects you and makes you feel good about your space creates a haven where you can enjoy coming home to every day. 

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Airtasker

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