Many design firms have developed a way for the homeowner to dress their home in style with minimal costs.

1. Murals, Stencils and Peel & Stick Designs
Not at all a new trend but rather an upscale version is now available to change the tone of your walls and provide a unique change.

2. Moldings
All types of Do It Yourself moldings are available for the homeowner.  Homeowners have inexpensive alternatives to hiring professionals that cost two arms and a leg. There are 3 dimension molding pieces that can easily peel and stick without a need for the homeowner to measure and miter ends.

3. Upscale Window Treatments without the Upscale Costs
I was surprised to find very nice wood shutters, blinds and some looked custom-made all in Home Depot and Lowes. You can purchase the items you want then have an installer from Home Depot’s list of contractors install them at a pre-determined price for you. Some Lowes have this service too.

4. Chair and Sofa Covers
The old tried and true method that our parents used are furniture covers. There are many different looks that can be purchased from an upscale store or right from your neighborhood Target store. This gives your Chair or Sofa a completely different look with very little effort.

This is also a great way to change your home’s look when you’re trying to sell.

We spend so much time thinking how much to budget for dressing up our home but Do It Yourself projects are great for a little change at a time. It doesn’t burn a hole in our pockets and upon comparison you can see that you’ll get the same great appeal and style with a little patience, time and your own two hands.