A brightly lit breakfast nook, newly spruced up.

If you want to improve your home, you don’t have to undergo a major remodeling project just to make your living space more functional and visually appealing. There are many ways to spruce up a home that don’t involve remodeling, which can also save you a lot of money. Here are five clever ways to spruce up your home without remodeling.

Update Bathroom Fixtures

Many of your old bathroom fixtures can be replaced easily to give each bathroom in your home a modern finish. Sinks can be updated with modern replacements that are made from materials that are built to last. Leaky faucets are usually easy to swap out for new ones, and having new faucets installed can often save money over having a plumber just fix the leaks. If you want to update the look of your bathtubs, you can try resurfacing them in another color.

Try Different Window Treatments

The coverings that you use for your windows can be updated to give your living space a newer, more appealing ambience. Simply getting new curtains may be enough to spruce up many of the rooms in your home. You could also try getting blinds or shades instead if you want a more modern look. Another option is to have your windows tinted to reduce some of the harsh effects of sunlight shining into your home.

Apply New Paint

Painting the interior and exterior portions of your home can make your house look newer and may even hide some of the existing surface damage. A professional painting contractor in your area can be hired to apply new paint using high-quality products and the best painting techniques to ensure that all paint is applied evenly. If you don’t want to have your entire house painted, you can paint just a single room or another small area of your home to help spruce up your living space.

Get New Furniture

New furniture can go a long way in updating your home. Old, dirty pieces that show signs of wear and tear can make your interior look dated and swapping them out for new pieces can make a huge difference. You can also try experimenting with different arrangements to help maximize the functionality of each of your rooms.

Add More Décor

The right décor pieces can make the inside of your home look like it’s had a makeover. However, it’s also important not to add too many pieces so that your rooms won’t look cluttered. Beautiful classical or modern prints and/or paintings can often be purchased inexpensively and may go great on your walls. If you want to make your home look more environmentally friendly, you can try using pinecones and tree branches to decorate certain spaces.

Updating a home doesn’t always have to mean investing in a major renovation. Even just a few simple improvements can go a long way in creating the more contemporary home of your dreams.