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Weekend Projects That Can Make a Big Difference to Your Home

June 18, 2025 //  by Uju//  Leave a Comment

Weekend Projects - Photo by MART PRODUCTION (Pexels)
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Looking for DIY-friendly projects that can significantly enhance the look and feel of your home? There are a number of effective projects that can make a big difference to your home, even if you only have a weekend to spare. This is a post for homeowners who want to make impactful changes without calling in the professionals.

Revitalize Your Kitchen Cabinets

A fresh coat of paint on tired kitchen cabinets can transform the heart of your home, making it feel brighter and more modern. There are only a few basic steps involved in the project, including thorough cleaning and preparation of the cabinets, choosing a suitable colour and the right type of paint for durability. Avoid rushing to avoid brush marks and peeling.

Spruce Up Your Small Bathroom

Even a compact bathroom can feel luxurious with a few clever upgrades. The bathroom is a space that can feel dated or worn, so spending the weekend making a few key upgrades can make a big difference. This could include things like updating the grouting, painting the walls in light, reflective colours to maximize space, and installing new, more contemporary fixtures. Smart storage solutions can also maximize space and keep your bathroom organized.

Boost Your Curb Appeal with Garden Updates

The exterior of your home is the first impression, and a weekend is all you need to make it shine. There are a few fast and effective upgrades you can make to the exterior of your home, such as providing a fresh coat of paint to gates and fences, creating attractive potted displays, or adding solar-powered lighting for evening ambience. Making your front garden more inviting can add significant value to your home, especially for new build homes in Nuneaton. This means you should consider painting the front door, replacing front door furniture, and landscaping the front garden.

Transform a Room With a Feature Wall

Adding a feature wall can dramatically change the feel of a room, creating a focal point and adding personality without redecorating the entire space. Choose a suitable wall in your home, such as one behind the sofa in the living room, and pick a bold colour or patterned wallpaper for a striking appearance. You can then choose cushions, rugs, and artwork that complements this wall while keeping the rest of the room neutral. 

These are a few of the best DIY projects that can be done around the home in just a weekend. Home improvements do not always have to go on for weeks or require paying a professional, and it is these small upgrades that can have a massive difference in how your home both looks and feels. You should also find doing the work yourself to be rewarding and enjoyable, especially as these projects can be done on a quiet weekend at home. 

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About Uju

Uju Asika is a writer, blogger and creative consultant. She is the author of Raising Boys Who Do Better: A Hopeful Guide for a New Generation (DK/Penguin Random House), Bringing Up Race: How to Raise a Kind Child in a Prejudiced World (Yellow Kite/Hachette UK) and the delightful picture book A World for Me and You, illustrated by Jennie Poh (Hachette Children's Group). Uju's books are available at Bookshop.org, Amazon, Waterstones and other good bookshops. Follow Uju @babesabouttown on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram.

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