26 Jun Ways to Modernize Your Home

Trying to decide how to give your home a more modern appearance can be extremely overwhelming. The methods you choose will depend largely on your available budget. It’s important to know that a full-scale remodel isn’t your only choice. There are a variety of smaller projects that can make a difference and update any room of the house.

Fixtures and Appliances

Fixture trends are much like fashions. They gain prominence and everyone uses them, but while fashions last for a season or two fixture trends in the construction industry can last for decades. If you still have old brass or gold fittings on kitchen cabinets, change them out with a different style or color. You could also paint or reface your cabinets.

Renewing appliances will be a more expensive proposition. Today’s appliances have a sleeker profile and are more energy-efficient than those of the past.  They encompass washers and dryers, dishwashers, ovens and ovens. The eco-friendly options of today will also save you money on utility bills.

Floors and Walls

Refresh your home’s look with new paint, wallpaper or by adding an accent wall. Floors are best left to the professionals for installation. However, you have a wealth of materials, colors, patterns and designs from which to choose. You can have the look of hardwood flooring or expensive tile with luxury vinyl or porcelain tiles or planks. Carpeting styles have also changed and there are even options specially designed for homes with pets.

Lighting

Modern LED lights will provide you with a greater amount of illumination than traditional bulbs and save you money. Pair LED bulbs with modern fixtures. The same strategy is effective for ceiling fans with built-in lights.

Bathrooms

Updating a bathroom can be expensive. You can start with a thorough cleaning, then replacing items such as shower curtains, mats, toilet seats and towel racks. Consider changing the color scheme with the replacements. A new coat of paint on any paintable walls will also make a difference.

Reduce the Clutter

A home can quickly appear cluttered and it may be difficult to decide what to keep and what to eliminate. Minimizing furnishings while optimizing storage space with a few choice pieces will make any room appear larger, more modern, and provide cleaner lines.