Some of the more affordable choices for do-it-yourself home improvements are just as good as – if not better than – their more expensive counterparts.
If your idea of a dream home includes high-price amenities that are just outside of your budget, fear not! You can easily make your property look high-end for a much more affordable price tag. From flooring and kitchen counters to bathrooms and aluminum fence panels, there are plenty of options to choose from that can still give you the quality you seek without draining your bank account.
Before you begin any home improvement project, you will most likely do some research to plan out your budget first and foremost. This is when you decide how big of a project you are able and willing to take on. Some popular areas to upgrade include kitchens, bathrooms and yards. Many homeowners do one big project at once to have time to save up for the next big project, but what if you don’t have to choose just one? What if you could find a way to stretch your money to take care of a few projects at once? This would be ideal because you would only need to go through construction in your home once instead of multiple times in a two- or three-year period. Moreover, if you take care of a few projects at once, you eliminate the chance of something else coming up at the last minute that causes you to push back your renovations.
Alternative flooring options
It’s a popular notion that wooden or stone floors are the most elite and beautiful option available for inside an elegant, modern home, but there are some amazing alternatives that look the part and are just as durable. Bamboo is a popular choice for bargain hunters who are looking for that natural look of wood at a fraction of the cost. The best part is that bamboo is waterproof, incredibly durable, and because it doesn’t have to age the way oak would for a wooden floor, it won’t break the bank.
Alternative kitchen counter options
Marble and granite are the usual must-haves when it comes to kitchen counters. Thankfully, other types of materials are growing in popularity and are much cheaper. Butcher block is a big contender for its style and durability. It is warmer and more natural than cold granite or marble, and even though it does take a bit of upkeep, it’s worth it for the price. If you want that darker, more modern look, sandstone is an affordable option. It requires less maintenance than marble and is affordable.
Alternative backyard options
A fancy new pergola and a new indoor pool are great, but the real MVP of the backyard is an elegant new fence. You can dress up the yard however you want, but if you are renovating any outdoor spaces—even just perking up an old deck—you must have a high-quality fence surrounding the outdoor spaces to keep a good balance. While wrought iron fences are many people’s dream fence option, aluminum fence panels are a much cheaper way to get great quality. Aluminum is a tough metal that can withstand even the most extreme weather conditions. There is no upkeep needed with aluminum fence panels, and they’re treated with a special coating to stop any rust from forming.
It’s hard to go wrong with these alternatives. Each one ticks all the boxes for what you want and need for your next home improvement projects.
