1. Caulking
A year ago, I had no idea what caulk was. Now I use it all the time! Caulk is a material used to seal joints or seams against leakage in various structures and piping. Since our house is older, it has shifted over time, resulting in gaps between the baseboards and the walls. Caulk adds the finishing touch to a wall and makes it look crisp.
The supplies you will need:
• Caulk
• A bowl of warm water
• Paper towels (tends to get a little messy)
I buy the squeezable tubes from Home Depot or Lowe’s (Dollar Tree even carries it).
A good caulking job starts with a clean surface. Take the time to remove any dirt or dust.
First, cut the tip of the tube at a 45-degree angle. Next, place the nozzle at a 45-degree angle where the baseboard trim and wall meet. Finally, squeeze the caulk into the gap.
Moisten your fingertip in warm water and drag it with light pressure along the length of the caulk you applied. Wipe away excess caulk with water and a damp cloth before the caulk dries. Regular caulk fully dries in about 24 hours.
2. Changing light switch plates and outlet covers
Maybe it’s time to update those outdated light switch plates and outlet covers.
Changing these two things in a room is an easy, inexpensive upgrade. All you need is a screwdriver and new plate covers.
If your plate covers are in good condition, consider spray painting the covers as an even cheaper option.
And if you have someone handy who knows electricity, you could change the actual light switches/outlets. This minor upgrade can make such a big difference. If you redo a room and still have old plate covers, this could make the room feel incomplete. Old, dingy switches and outlets can take away from the appearance of the room. By brightening light switches and outlets, you create a massive difference in the overall finished look!
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