The economy may be in a slump, but that doesn't mean your home has to be there too. It's possible to turn dark, dreary and dated rooms into light, lively and stylish with some smart, cost-effective updates. Learn several ways to add value and rejuvenate your home.
Do you look through home design magazines with envy, wishing you could create the same type of high-style, inspired looks featured on their glossy pages? Do you dream of what you would do to your home if you only had the budget?
Here are some ways you can get the Midas touch and stretch your decorating dollars to make your home look like a million bucks -- even if you spend significantly less.
With so much happening in the kitchen, it's important to keep it organized and updated, whether you're throwing a party, trying to sell your home, or just having a family dinner. Luckily you don't need to spend a fortune to refresh your kitchen as there are several easy ways to add value and revitalize any kitchen on a budget.
Stage Three: BUILD
Jazz Up Stock Cabinetry with Affordable Upgrades Whether you're planning a kitchen for a newly-built home or replacing worn-out cabinets in an older home, cabinetry is one way to create an upscale look with relatively little investment.
Stage Four: ENJOY
Six Decorating Secrets for Under $100 You’ve been itching to renovate or redecorate, but it may be difficult to fund your grand dreams given the current economy. Gutting the master bath or completely upgrading the kitchen may be on hold for a while, but you can still make some decorating changes that will have a big impact – for less than $100 a project.
In our last poll, 75% of respondents said that they want to go green because it's better for the environment.
April Savvi Poll:Have you changed or postponed your remodeling plans due to the economy and credit crunch?
