Top 7 DIY Winter Projects
Winter months bring cold days and long nights. While you wait for the weather to warm up so you can get out into the garden, there are still plenty of great DIY projects to tackle, even in the winter.
Here are 7 terrific ideas for the Do it Yourselfer in you.
1. Paint Your Walls – Paint an accent wall or an entire room with a fresh color. In the winter when it's cloudy for days a little visual stimulation can help. Create some color to your indoor space, make sure you open windows to let in fresh air or use low VOC paint so you don't have to worry about breathing in fumes.
2. Declutter – Sure this sounds like a fancy name for house cleaning, but decluttering is more than that. Remove excess furnishings to make your rooms seem larger and more inviting. During the summer you are going to want to be outside soaking up the sun not inside cleaning up the basement. Winter is a perfect time to get organized, it's why January is called "organization month". Try to take time every week to decluttering in general and getting organized each week.
3. Update Your Kitchen –A new backsplash or cabinet pulls can quickly change the look and feel of your kitchen. Whether you are getting your home ready to list this spring or just looking for a new look the kitchen remodel/update is always a sure way of adding value to your home.
4. Add Insulation – While this doesn't sound exciting but it will when it reduces your energy bill costs each month. It will provide instant satisfaction as those cold, drafty rooms feel warm and cozy. If you can see the floor joists then you need more insulation. If you have some real skill, you can include changing out old windows or doors as well.
5. Smarten Up – This is a great time to automate your home with Smart devices. Add security cameras, a smart thermostat or smart lights and plugs.
6. Build Something – For the handy, winter months are a great time to add cabinets, a TV hutch or bookshelves to your home.
7. Re-Grout Your Tile – From kitchen counters to floors, re-grouting can freshen up the room.
It is easy to get cabin fever this time of year. We are all going through it. Working on a home project is a great way to keep yourself active, add value to your home, and improve your living space. It's a win-win.
