If you want to make your home looks more expensive but don’t have a ton of money to spend on renovations, there are some simple ways to make your house shine without breaking the bank. You may not be able to upgrade all of the rooms in your home at once—and that’s fine. Here are ten tricks that can help you start making progress towards a gorgeous space:
Paint your kitchen cabinets.
Painting your kitchen cabinets can be a quick and easy way to update the look of your kitchen. Good quality paint will last longer and make cleaning much more accessible, so be sure to use good quality paint for durability. Consider using a different color than the walls, as this creates interest in an otherwise monochromatic room. Protect your flooring and other surfaces from any drips or splashes that may occur during painting by covering them beforehand with plastic sheeting or drop cloths. You can also hire professionals for this step.
Replace hardware.
The saying “you get what you pay for” rings true when it comes to hardware. New hardware can make an old door look new again. Replacing old, worn-out door handles, knobs, locks, and hinges will help your house look more expensive. In addition to replacing these items with new ones that match the style of your home and add value by increasing curb appeal, it’s also important not to skimp on quality when buying replacement parts. You’re spending money on this project—so don’t cheap out, especially when it can add value to your home.
Replace your doors.
Door replacement can be an expensive job, but it will add value to your home. If you’re looking for a quick way to make your home look more expensive, some easy fixes don’t require much effort. The first one is replacing those old doors.
Replacing the doors in your house with new ones will make it look like your home has just been renovated! There are many ways of doing this: getting quotes from professionals or even doing it yourself if you have the time and patience. It would help if you also chose a style that fits in with everything else in your house.
Choose something that you feel goes well with your home. Remember that you making this change to add new life to your home’s exterior and there are many different types of door styles available for you to choose from. For example, Renewal by Andersen French doors, Fiber-reinforced plastic, or barn doors.
Replace countertops with quartz.
You will be surprised at how much of a difference this one small change can make to the look and feel of your kitchen. Quartz countertops are an excellent alternative to traditional granite or marble, as they’re more durable and easier to maintain. They come in many different colors and styles, so you can find one that fits perfectly with your home’s design. If you have questions about installing quartz countertops, don’t hesitate to ask a professional!
Use a marble-lookalike slab of quartz in the kitchen.
Marble-lookalike slabs of quartz look great in kitchens and bathrooms. They have a beautiful, natural look that’s perfect for those who want an expensive, elegant look without spending too much money. Quartz is also more durable than granite or marble, so it’ll last longer.
However, not all quartz slabs are created equal; choosing one that has the right color for your kitchen is essential. For example, if you have white cabinets with black countertops and backsplash tiles around your sink area, a dark-colored slab may not work well with this color scheme (unless you like contrasts). Conversely, if you have light-colored cabinetry, it makes sense to go with darker grout lines to make them stand out from the light walls behind them!
If space is at a premium, one option available today is “half-size,” which means half-sized versions exist now versus full-sized bodies used in earlier times when their only option was full-sized versions.
Get a new front door.
You’ve heard it before: the front door is the first impression your home makes on visitors. If you want to make your house look more expensive without breaking the bank, consider replacing that old, beat-up front door with a shiny new one.
However, be prepared for sticker shock if you’re opening up your wallet to buy a new door from scratch. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to get around this problem—and still achieve that luxurious look for a fraction of what it would cost in stores.
Look into used or refurbished doors: If you’re willing to do some research and bargain hunting online or at local salvage yards and woodworkers’ shops, there’s no reason you can’t find an affordable secondhand option that still gets across the message “this place is expensive.” Check out sites like Craigslist (or even eBay) and search by location; they’ll often list any recent sales near where you live, so it should be easy to find something close by right away!
Install moldings on cabinet doors and walls.
Moldings are as old as the original Greek and Roman architecture, but they still have their place in modern design. A well-placed molding can give the illusion of extra space and height to a small room. A good example is installing crown molding above your kitchen cabinets or around the ceiling edges of an upstairs hallway. If you’re looking for something more contemporary, try using a beadboard panel trim on your walls instead—it will add texture without covering up all the beautiful paint finish around it, as crown moldings sometimes do.
Moldings can be made of wood or metal (or even plastic), so there’s no reason why you shouldn’t use them at home if you want an elegant look on a budget! The only catch is that installation costs may vary depending on what kind of materials you choose and how difficult it is for someone else who isn’t experienced with carpentry before attempting this project alone.
Build out moldings for kitchen woodwork/cabinets – trim pieces.
Moldings can be used to cover imperfections in your walls, as well as hide wires and outlets. They are also a great way to add a little extra detail to the ceiling of your kitchen.
Moldings can be built out of almost any material, but for this project, we’ll use 1x4s because they’re cheap, easy to find, and easy to work with. You’ll need eight vertical pieces that are 18″ long and four horizontal pieces that are 12″ long. This will vary depending on your specific situation.
Add in lighting elements to give the room a high-end look, but make sure it’s functional too! Recessed lighting is essential!
Lighting elements can help you create a space that looks more expensive, but it’s equally essential for safety and security. A well-lit home is safer and more secure, which translates to a higher resale value. This means you should make the most of lighting in every room of your house, from the entryway to the kitchen and all points in between.
There are two things to remember when considering how much light needs to be in each room: mood and function. For example, if there isn’t enough light coming into your bedroom at night for you to read or watch TV before bedtime, this could translate into poor sleep patterns (or having problems falling asleep), which won’t make anyone feel great! On top of that, even if they don’t contribute directly towards creating ambiance, they still impact how much enjoyment someone gets from their living space by making everything look better visually.
Work with a professional designer to give your home a high-end feel at an affordable price.
One way to make your home look more expensive is to use a professional designer. A designer can help you choose the right materials, colors, and lighting for your room, so it looks luxurious. They also have years of experience working with different finishes on every type of surface, from woodwork to stone counters, including how much maintenance each requires and what kind of cleaning products are safe for these surfaces.
This may sound expensive, but hiring an interior designer doesn’t have to be incredibly costly. Most designers will start by creating a design plan using software like Autodesk Homestyler or Houzz Blueprint that allows them to show you their vision through renderings or animations before they start work on any actual items in your space which means no surprises.
Conclusion
Now that you have the tools to make your home look more expensive, it’s time to get started! Make sure you’re always keeping an eye out for new trends in design and decorating so that you can keep up with what’s hot and trendy. Remember, even if your budget isn’t big enough for a whole new kitchen or bathroom renovation, there are ways to achieve that “expensive” look without breaking the bank. So go ahead, start transforming those rooms today!
