Consumers and Homeowners: Before you put your home on the market, be sure to read the following home improvement ideas recommended by St Louis realtors and how you can spruce up the old place without spending a whole fortune.
1. Heat your kitchen
Depending on your budget, why not start with the least expensive type of replacement that will make your old kitchen look like new? Remember, this is probably one of the most important rooms in your house to show off to the new family. Start with some new light fixtures and don’t forget to replace your old cabinet door handles. A new kitchen sink or faucets will do wonders for the perfect open plan home. And if you’re on a bigger budget, consider upgrading your kitchen cabinets, which is still less than buying new.
2. A facelift will make your home look younger.
Another eyesore you want to avoid is if your kitchen appliances don’t match. An easy solution would be to order new doors or front panels from the manufacturer. Most people don’t realize this, but many dishwasher panels are white on one side and black on the other and are easy to change.
3. Give your bathroom some style
The bathroom is another important room in the house that may need a reform. And it doesn’t have to mean mortgaging the house, so to speak. Consider a new toilet seat or pedestal sink. They are easy to install and can create a whole new look.
If your flooring looks old and faded, replace it with vinyl or sheet tile. Another tip is to replace old, cracked and chipped tiles with new ones and don’t forget to use fresh grout if necessary. If you have extra money for improvements, put in a new pre-made tub.
4. Paint, paint and more paint
People seem to forget that painting is not only an inexpensive home improvement, but it can also bring an old room to life. It will look new and clean. Paint all the trim a contrasting color and do the ceiling!
Here’s something new to think about. Paint your walls three different shades of the same color. More and more decorators are proposing this new type of theme. Place the darkest shade in the bottom third with the next lightest shade in the middle, and so on.
5. This would be a good time to look down.
Do you see? Old carpet? Then you need to take a few steps to make it look like new, which in turn will reflect the same look throughout your home. This is not the time to do it yourself. Call a professional carpet cleaner and let them do the voodoo they do so well.
On the other hand, if your carpet is badly worn, a quick cover might be an inexpensive and strategically placed area rug. Replacing wall-to-wall carpet isn’t always the best idea, as most new homeowners will want to choose their own carpet.
6. The entrance says it all
This is the first thing you and your guests will see when they enter your home. If the door is made of wood and is in good shape, then a fresh coat of paint or refinishing may be the answer. But if you have a steel door and notice it’s dented, replace it with an inexpensive steel door, a fiberglass door, or upgrade it with a nice wood-fiber door.
After painting or refinishing your front door, seriously consider replacing your doorknob, lock set, and hasp. Another great tip is to place two large planters on either side of your new door.
7. Your home and curb appeal
These tips may seem obvious, but we’re going to go over them anyway. When new buyers arrive at your address, make absolutely sure the lawn is mowed and manicured. Make sure any bushes you have are trimmed back as well. The inside of your home may be immaculate, but if the outside looks like a complete mess, your chances of selling the house are simply down.
Consider speaking with a professional landscaper. They will certainly give you great suggestions on simple and inexpensive ways to make your lawn a masterpiece. The last thing he wants is for his house to stay on the market just because it doesn’t look presentable. You won’t like this, your broker won’t like this, and of course your St. Louis mortgage broker won’t like these avoidable delays at all.
