DIY Tips and Ideas for Beginners

There has been a huge increase in home decorating and DIY trends over the past few years. This is largely due to the pandemic and multiple lockdowns in the UK. Homeowners and renters turned their attention to decorating and used the time at home to complete tasks such as painting, home repairs and to undertake small DIY projects. There is lots of inspiration available online for anyone who wishes to take on some DIY. For example, have a look at our tips and ideas for making a large room feel cosy and welcoming. DIY projects don't have to be large scale jobs. It is best to start small and make home improvements slowly over time.

Start Small

If you are looking for your next home project, it is best to start small with easy DIY tasks for beginners. These include making small repairs such as fixed draughts, resealing leaking windows or bathroom areas, or repairing broken furniture and household items. Repairing or upcycling items is a great way to keep the cost of redecorating down. Other ideas to help add character and atmosphere to your home, without breaking the bank, include the following:

• Repaint an old piece of furniture in chalk paint for a fresh new look
• Accessories such as framed prints and photos can add warmth and dimension to any room
• For a stylish yet functional upgrade, consider swapping out basic furniture legs for trendy diy wood table legs to breathe new life into an old table or desk
• Use textures such as rugs, blankets and cushions to make a room feel cosy and inviting
• Textiles like curtains and lampshades are great for adding vibrant prints and colours to a room
• Create a relaxing atmosphere by using soft lighting in the form of floor lamps and table lamps

For general household repairs, the quickest and easiest way to fix items is usually to use a specialised epoxy glue. There are glues available for a wide range of materials including wood, metal, and plastic, that are highly effective and durable. You can find the products here for quick, easy and long-lasting home repairs. Some epoxy glues are designed to dry clear, so will be invisible when used to fix something. They are also incredibly durable, as well as much more user-friendly than using tools such as a hammer and nails. If you do need to fix a household item, it is well worth researching a glue that can be used for the repair. It can be much easier, quicker and safer to simply use an appropriate glue than other methods.

Spring Cleaning

Rather than undertaking redecorating or other large projects, it can also be deeply satisfying to give your home a deep clean or a spring clean. Again there are lots of DIY cleaning tips available online to help get you started. Decluttering and learning out old cupboards and areas of your home can give it a new lease of life. It also costs next-to-nothing, though does require an investment of time and elbow grease.

Making home improvements is always a rewarding job. And it needn't be expensive. Whenever you embark on a new project, it is always worth making sure you have the essential materials and tools available to hand before starting. Whether it's tools like a hammer, drill and nails, painting supplies or smaller items like glues or cleaning items, it is always good to be prepared from the get-go. This will help save time and energy at a later stage of the project or task.