There’s plenty of ways to improve your home. When most of us think of home improvement, we tend to think of big, costly projects involving things like roof repair, hiring a handyman, or needing to replace windows. Realistically, there are a bunch of cheaper methods to improve your home, most of which can be started as early as tomorrow! This article outlines seven terrific home improvement hacks to make your space perfect for you:

1. Beautify your walls

One easy way to improve your home is to beautify your walls, but wallpaper can be tricky. Instead, we recommend painting a quick and easy striped pattern. After measuring, use tape to create stripes on your wall, then paint in your desired colors. Perfect for bathrooms, bedrooms, and really anywhere, this simple DIY is sure to make your home feel prettier and more unique in no time!

2. Upgrade your front door

Whether you’d rather install a new one altogether or paint the one you’ve already got, the front door of a house is one of the first impressions that visitors have of your home. The range of options is extensive: you can go for a bright, eye-catching door or a calm, subdued door. No matter what you choose, upgrading your front door can add a solid bit of personality to your home!

3. Start using string lights

The great thing about string lights is that they’re cheap, easy to set up, great mood setters, and add a pop of beauty to any home. Great for patios, bedrooms, and hey, maybe even kitchens, string lights come with their own array of possibilities. Getting creative with it will certainly make your home stand out and have visitors saying ‘wow!’

4. Don’t skimp out on your ceilings

We get it, ceilings aren’t exactly the most exciting thing to DIY. Giving your ceilings a little bit of extra love, though, can reap great benefits in the long run. For instance, if you have popcorn ceilings—which tend to collect dust—consider removing them with a drywall knife and wet/dry vac for a more aesthetic, cleaner look and feel!

5. Decorate your closet doors

Looking for a simple way to make your bedroom nicer to live in? Decorating your closet doors can be the key to this! Attach mirrors, hooks, or vinyl chalkboard paper to spruce up your closet and add functionality to the room. Cheap, easy, and looks great!

6. Keep the couch, add some flair

Getting a new couch can be tiring, not to mention pricey. Refreshing that aged loveseat or ancient sectional with fresh blankets, pillows, and even sofa covers can make your old couch feel like new!

7. Visit your nearest thrift or antique store

Some people might not believe it, but in reality, there are dozens of unique, fun, cheap pieces that can be found in thrift and antique stores. Incorporating a range of antiques in your decor can be especially great for adding more character to your home and making every room count!