The summer season is a great time to start those home improvement projects you might have kept putting off. Not only are you done with decluttering after spring cleaning, but you also have a little more time at home, plus maybe some help if you have kids on summer break. Take a look at a few home improvement hacks you can easily do!

 

Make an Outdoor Bar and Planter

Using wood boards and cinderblock, HGTV.com has a nifty little trick to make this quick and easy outdoor bar and planter. Perfect for backyard barbecues or enjoying movie night in the comfort of your own garden.

 

Build a Floating Shelf

Whether you’ve switched over to telecommuting for work, or you just need extra space for your stuff, a floating shelf is a great way to add storage without taking up floor space. Take a look at this tutorial from familyhandyman.com on how you can build those floating shelves at home.

 

Upgrade Your Shower Hardware

When doing home improvement projects, it can be quite easy to overlook the bathroom and shower, simply because it’s often a hassle to replace fixtures. Luckily, some elbow grease and spray paint could be the key to getting a new look for your shower heads and faucets without spending too much. Take a look at the tutorial here.

 

Spice Up Your Wall

If you enjoy a little woodworking, you can add a little spice to your wall by changing it up.  We found this interesting tutorial on adding a faux black wainscoting which can help to make any room look sophisticated. It also adds depth and height, which can make your room look bigger if you’re struggling with a small space.

 

Turn Your Closet into A Cloffice

Cloffices, or a cutesy combination of closet + office, is a new trend for those living in small spaces but are in need of that extra office space. If you’ve been working from home, or have decided to switch to homeschooling for the time being, making use of that extra closet space for your needs is a great way to maximize the room in your home. Take a look at some of these ideas to create that cloffice!

 

Paint Your Rug

Changing something as small as your area rug can make your room look different. But with rugs being expensive, it isn’t always a good idea to go out and buy one.  Luckily, you can breathe new life into yours with a little tape and fabric paint. Check out the instructions here.

 

Add a Windowsill Succulent Planter

Add a burst of green to your windowsill with this succulent planter idea, which used a piece of aluminum gutter cut to length and mounted with screws. This will also work great for your kitchen window and hardy herbs.