When people think of home renovation, they usually think of projects that last a few weeks. However, you don’t need weeks of free time to create a dramatic change in your home. With a single weekend, you can completely refresh the look in any room to give your space a new lease of life. It doesn’t have to be anything dramatic, as even the smallest changes can make the biggest difference in your home.
When transforming a room in your home, there are high-impact DIY projects designed to be completed in under 48 hours. This gives you a great look without having to spend countless hours trying to perfect it. In this guide, we will give you 6 of the best ways to transform a room in two days that’s achievable for anyone of any age. Continue reading to find out more.
How to Transform a Room in 2 Days
Accent Walls
Having a single wall painted with a bold colour can define a room and make it look more interesting to the eye, while also saving you from having to paint the entire space. When you only paint one wall, you are creating a focal point that can be used for a seating area while adding depth to the rest of the room. Painter’s tape can be your best friend here, as it can help you to perfect the lines so you can have a neat look.
You can even choose a textured wallpaper for your accent wall to completely change the aesthetic. Choose a graphic pattern on one wall and single colour walls for the rest of the room will give you a very interesting look.
New Lighting Fixtures
Outdated light fixtures can make a room feel old and boring. Over a weekend, you can switch out these lighting fixtures for more modern alternatives that will give your space a new vibe. LED lighting is very effective within the home, as not only do they look good, but they are also far more energy efficient with them costing less overtime than regular bulbs.
Remember to always turn off the circuit breaker! Unscrew the old fixture and replace it with a new chandelier, pendant or semi-flush mount. Look for fixtures that use the existing electrical box for the easiest swap.
Window Treatments
The way you cover your windows can completely change the appearance of any room. Old curtains can make a room feel outdated, so you should update this by installing high-quality drapes to immediately make ceilings look higher and the room feel more luxurious. Modern curtains can add texture, while softening harsh light so you can improve the visuals of the ceiling line.
Blinds and shutters are also great window treatments for the home, as they can help to control how much natural light enters your home. They can also be great for giving you an extra layer, so your home can stay warmer in the winter.
Upgrade Hardware
The repeated details are very important for creating a polished interior, which is why updating the hardware on cabinets, doors and electrical outlets is such a high-return detail project. This can instantly provide an updated finish. When executing this transformation, homeowners must ensure they buy replacement knobs and pulls that precisely match the existing hole spacing to avoid complex drilling.
While you’re at it, you can also swap out cheap switch plates and outlet covers for modern metal or screw-less plates. For an even quicker coordinated twist, use high-quality spray paint designed for metal to give existing door hinges a fresh look.
Improve Storage
Integrate furniture that offers hidden storage, such as ottoman benches with lift-off lids and beds with built-in drawers. These will give you multi-use furniture that can help you keep rooms more organised. Investing in organisational accessories like drawer dividers, stacking bins and over-the-door hangers will also be good for keeping small items away as you turn messy spaces into structured zones.
Wires can be a big issue and need to be stored away properly to keep your room looking tidy. For areas near desks or entertainment centers, cable ties, sleeves or fabric wraps can bundle loose wires neatly together into one manageable cord.
Temperature Control
Having good temperature control in your home will be very beneficial for your overall wellbeing. When you have a conservatory, this is made easy, as you can use C.H.R.I.S. technology from CI Group to give you a space that is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. You can even install an orangery roof lantern to give you a space that lets in a lot of natural light while still keeping your conservatory comfortable to live in.
Unlike traditional conservatory roofs, the SkyTherm® system combines a stunning glass lantern feature with good quality insulation. This maximises light without losing any heat when you need it during the winter.