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Laurey W. Glenn

Dreaming of a new home?

Here are 11 cost-effective home upgrades that will transform your home that all can be completed within a day.

charming white cottage exterior

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“This is less than $100 and can really brighten up the flooring to feel new and shiny.

You could also buy some nice area rugs to upgrade the room.

Or you could even do peel and stick tiles to bring a new look to a room entirely.”

2021 Idea House Scullery

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But, the new look doesn’t have to stop there.

For a full kitchen makeover, consider bringing your cabinets in on the fun.

“Primer, paint ,and sealer can often be found on sale especially around national holidays.

beautiful kitchen in new luxury home with island and pendant light fixtures

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Peel-and-stick wallpaper is easier to install than traditional wallpaper and it’s more friendly on your wallet!

Overtime, back decks and fences lose their shine and become dirty from the environment.

Refinish Your Fire Mantel

Is yourfireplace mantellooking old and dingy?

Teal Front Door Yellow Rainboots

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Waterproof the Patio Paver

Have you recentlyinvested in a patio design?

Protect your investment by waterproofing your patio pavers.

Close-up of unrecognizable woman mopping corner of hardwood floor

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Paint roller on tile

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2022 Idea House cheery kitchen

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2019 Idea House Stair Windows

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Staining hardwood patio deck

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Painter is using a paint brush to paint baseboard in a home

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Get Inspired by Art

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Concrete Dining Patio

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