Whether you are staying home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, you have started a remote setup at work, or you simply chose to spend your vacation days at your own house, you may notice some areas that need some TLC. If this is the case, now is the perfect time to engage in home improvement efforts that not only keep you preoccupied, but also have the potential to give your home higher value later on.

Of course, not all projects are equal. Some are smaller, others are significantly bigger. If you’re looking for things to do within a short period, read on to learn about eight home improvement projects you can try.

 

Storage and Organization

Storage is crucial in every home. Below are some easy storage and organization activities you can try while staying home: 

1.     Garage clean-up

Cleaning up a garage is great for many things. It gives you a chance to get some exercise with the heavy lifting. It also provides a significant sense of accomplishment once you’re done.

To begin, consider sweeping out dirt and debris around the area to give you a cleaner space to work on. After that, gather everything in one section and sort through them. Make sure that you have heavy-duty storage tubs ready for items that you will put away and donate, and some trash bags for items that belong in the garbage bin.

Once you sort through everything in your garage, you’ll see how much additional shelving is necessary and plan other projects from there. You might also discover the need for hooks and other storage solutions to accommodate commonly used items.

 

2.     Create a closet system

If the weather is not great for going through your garage, you can choose to organize the closets in your bedrooms instead. The basic process is similar, but you can also choose to implement a practical closet system to make it easier to organize your clothes every day.

 

Quick Updates with Wallpaper

Wallpapering is one of the quickest and easiest home improvement projects you can take on during your extended homestay. Of course, there’s more than one way to use wallpaper in a room.

Below are some examples of clever wallpaper uses that can enhance the aesthetics and feel of your home:

 

3.     Wallpaper kitchen backsplash

A roll of home wallpaper should be enough to create an elegant backsplash that can dress up your kitchen and make it look more beautiful. Of course, you must make sure that the wallpaper you use is durable and waterproof. Either opt for a vinyl wallpaper for ease of cleaning or install custom-cut glass over the wallpaper to protect it from moisture.

 

4.     Patterned feature wall

If you don’t have enough to cover the entire room, you can choose what limited wallpaper you have to create a patterned feature wall. Choose one wall to use as the focal point of the room and install wallpaper print that contrasts with the rest of the walls.

This idea is perfect for houses built with a fireplace, an art gallery corner, or any other focal point that can be highlighted.

 

5.     Dress up your stairs

A great way to enhance the look of your multi-story home is to dress up your stairs with wallpaper. Incorporate style and instant pizzazz to the place by wallpapering the spaces in between the steps. This idea has a particularly big impact if the staircase is nearby or faces the entryway.

 

6.     Ditch tabletop linen

Wallpapers can also be used in place of those expensive linen tablecloths. In fact, a patterned wallpaper offers plenty of style on its own, which means you don’t need to include centerpieces to make your dining table look elegant.

Once you decide on a patterned wallpaper to use, measure the tabletop and use those measurements to cut a pane of glass to place over it. This will give your dining table a luxurious look.

 

Outdoor Updates: Lawn and Landscape

One thing that you can do to help you get over boredom, stress and other negative feelings from staying home is to enjoy your outdoor space. Even better, make a project out of it to take your mind off the stress of work or the health crisis.

Below are some outdoor updates recommended for you:

 

7.     Gardening

Gardening is a great way to de-stress and relax. While your body will continue to work, the act of planting and caring for foliage and flowers in your yard can definitely make you feel more Zen.

Start with simple projects like potting flowering plants. You can also take the opportunity to get rid of those pesky weeds on your lawn and flower beds.

If your yard is still underdeveloped, you can create a plan that will ensure that you have a blooming garden all year round. To do so, research about perennials, annuals, and plants that flower during each season.

Of course, you can also turn your garden into a sustainable source of food for your family.

Gather up seeds from fruits and vegetables and plant them in makeshift pots made from recyclable materials like plastic bottles, old cooking pots, and even cracked porcelain. Be resourceful and use your creativity to think of ways of maximizing the space you have to establish a fruitful crop garden.

 

8.     Outdoor landscaping

If you’re into gardening, then there’s a good chance that you’ll also enjoy landscaping. Essentially, working on your yard counts under this category, especially if you’re rearranging plants and other features in your garden.

Whether you’re just starting a garden or you feel that you don’t have a green thumb to do so, you can enhance your landscape by adding features like a fire pit and some string light bulbs overhead. You can also establish a lounge area, so you and your family have a place to relax without needing to leave your property.

If you want to take it a level higher, you can choose to hire landscaping experts and work with them to make some major improvements in your yard.

 

Stay Home, Stay Productive

Staying home – whether you are required to do it or not – doesn’t mean you have to endure boredom. Instead, you can stay productive by seeking out home improvement projects you can do on your own or with the help of experts. Start with those listed in this article and walk around your property to see what else you can work on as you remain cooped up at home.

 

AUTHOR BIO

James Prathap is one of the Directors of NGC Nafees, top importers and exporters of wallpapers, floorings and fabrics in India. The business also offers high-quality panoramics, coordinated fabrics, and creative stickers for residential and commercial projects.