{"content":{"sharePage":{"page":0,"digests":[{"id":"74232558","dateCreated":"1434695044","smartDate":"Jun 18, 2015","userCreated":{"username":"BeverlyTurner","url":"https:\/\/www.wikispaces.com\/user\/view\/BeverlyTurner","imageUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikispaces.com\/user\/pic\/1434693611\/BeverlyTurner-lg.jpg"},"monitored":false,"locked":false,"links":{"self":"https:\/\/aquinas-math110.wikispaces.com\/share\/view\/74232558"},"dateDigested":1532768937,"startDate":null,"sharedType":"discussion","title":"Renovating a Home for Under $1,000.00","description":"Every home needs to be renovated at some point, but that can be a frightening thought simply because of the cost of the project. \u00a0You might not be able to afford hiring a professional contractor to complete the project, but that is no reason to give up on the idea of an upgraded home. \u00a0There are several ways you can upgrade your home on a tight budget without hiring professionals. \u00a0First and foremost it is important to set a strict budget with little flexibility. \u00a0It is possible to renovate or upgrade your home for under $1,000. \u00a0The trick is just knowing where to start. \u00a0Here are some affordable options for renovating and upgrading your home. <br \/>\nStarting with paint<br \/>\nAccording to Beauty and Bedlam, new paint is a must if you are renovating or upgrading your home. \u00a0Paint can make all the difference when it comes to giving a home a fresh new feel, and sometimes that is all a home needs. \u00a0Painting is pretty inexpensive compared to other home updating and renovating projects, and it is an easy way to increase the value of a home. \u00a0If you are looking to change the look of your walls, install crown molding to add texture and make your home look even more expensive. \u00a0Never underestimate the power of paint. \u00a0Once you have painted your home, keep extra paint so you can touch up the walls when necessary. <br \/>\nInexpensive upgrades<br \/>\nWhen choosing where to start your renovation or upgrade project, it is wise to start in the kitchen because that is where most time is spent in the home, and if you are planning on selling your home the kitchen is the easiest place to increase the value of the home with upgrades. \u00a0If your cabinets are outdated, do not replace them with expensive custom made cabinetry. \u00a0Instead, paint or stain the cabinets you already have and install new hardware to make them look new and custom made. \u00a0Consider installing a backsplash and new light fixtures to give your kitchen a brand new look for a low cost. \u00a0Materials for these projects are affordable, and can make an amazing difference when it comes to the look of your home. <br \/>\nDIY projects<br \/>\nDo-it-yourself projects are all the rage, and can be completed by people on all skill levels. \u00a0Spend time online viewing tutorials to see which projects you can complete on your own. \u00a0Work with materials you already have before you purchase new ones. \u00a0Modernize furniture you already have by making new throw pillows or adding modern d\u00e9cor. \u00a0Put your own twist on your home d\u00e9cor because your home should reflect you and your family are. \u00a0Keep in mind that home d\u00e9cor styles frequently go in and out of style, so avoid spending too much money on the latest d\u00e9cor styles. <br \/>\nInterior decorating and remodeling news brought to you by baseboardradiatorcover.com<br \/>\nSource: beautyandbedlam.com\/home-renovations-on-a-budget\/","replyPages":[{"page":0,"digests":[],"more":0}]}],"more":false},"comments":[]},"http":{"code":200,"status":"OK"},"redirectUrl":null,"javascript":null,"notices":{"warning":[],"error":[],"info":[],"success":[]}}