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PAINTING OLD GROUT
After years and sometimes de- cades, grout in bathrooms and kitch- en spaces really take a beating and turns a dirty color that’s impossible to clean. It can be time-consuming and tedious to replace grout, so to get a fresh look consider painting it in- stead. Specialty grout paint makes the process simple with easy application features that simply roll on.
UPDATE HARDWARE
Hardware throughout a home gets dingy and dated. To update a space without an overhaul, simply change out the hardware. Cabinet knobs, drawer handles, towel racks and more in a modern metallic hue can make a space feel fresh again without much investment. Don’t forget about air registers, which can also impact the visual appeal of a space.
ENERGY-EFFICIENT INSULATION
to no insulation at all. In addition to insulation, remember to seal spaces for air loss, such as air ducts, doors, windows, pipe inlets and the attic.
EMBRACE THE HISTORY
Be sure to research the history of the home and neighborhood. Would pulling out that original wood built-in be a detriment to the home’s authen- ticity and value? Perhaps you can hire someone to update the original wood flooring, so it has the modern stain tone you like, but the planks still maintain the home’s original luster.
LIGHT FIXTURES
Light-fixture styles change through the years and can make your home appear older than necessary. Replace- ments can make a world of differ- ence. For example, replace an old brass chandelier with a modern pen- dant design. Not only will it be a style update, but the light output can make the space more usable.
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outs in walls are another option if the wall cannot be completely removed. Remember to ensure any wall is not load-bearing before removal, so you don’t impact the structural integrity of the home.
POPCORN CEILINGS
Once upon a time, popcorn ceil- ings were the top trend installed in ev- ery house. Today, they distract the eye and make a home look old. Consider hiring someone to redo your ceilings or research how to scrape it yourself. Leave flat or add a knock-down tex- ture, which is a popular modern dry- wall finishing technique.
NEW PAINT, WALLPAPER
That 1970s pea-green paint in the bathroom and the 1980s floral wall- paper in the bedroom instantly date your home. By updating the walls, your house will feel more modern and you can customize to your per- sonal tastes. Dedicate a weekend to painting the walls in your favorite spaces and you’ll be amazed at the transformation.
There are many modern insulation options available today that weren’t around when older homes were built, and many of those homes have little
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