by
Katie Grayson
| Jan 25, 2016
The year, make your home feel new with these 12 easy weekend projects that give any home an updated look for 2016.
Make Your Entrance Inviting
![Turquoise front door Bright painted front door](/images/default-source/Blog-/turquoise-front-door.jpg?sfvrsn=19169441_0&MaxWidth=500&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=10CE4316D5C9E1F3120D7ECA23EFE603B69B2D44)
Photo via House of Turquoise
- Welcome guests and enhance curb appeal by updating your entrance. Painting your front door can dramatically and inexpensively give your home a new look. Adding a full glass storm door to frame and accentuate your newly painted front door gives you entrance an additional boost.
- Don’t forget the details! Adding a cheerful and welcoming doormat is a simple and noncommittal way to add pops of color to your entry. Add some potted plants for a natural touch that welcomes guests.
Simple Updates to Your Cabinets
![Updated Cabinets with new hardware Easy improvement add new hardware](/images/default-source/Blog-/updated-cabinets-with-new-hardware.jpg?sfvrsn=2e169441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=0AF5B49FAE437565106DA2DC709A3375CC0B460F)
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Camouflage your ugly electrical boxes.
![Paint your electrical box camoflauge your electrical box](/images/default-source/Blog-/paint-your-electrical-box.jpg?sfvrsn=75169441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=91B1EF586586AD790622CE82216B9C58F30840C1)
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Replace Interior Doors
![barn door ideas barn door interior door](/images/default-source/Blog-/barn-door-ideas.jpg?sfvrsn=8e119441_0&MaxWidth=500&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=7D87F09F2A00DD9315003A11D788584699470AA6)
Photo via The Berry
Give your house numbers a font upgrade.
![house numbers add curb appeal update your home with new numbers](/images/default-source/Blog-/house-numbers-add-curb-appeal.jpg?sfvrsn=4b139441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=25D5E98EB89A875BC69DCDFD14C200BB891D0D1E)
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- Find a font or a look that matches your home and is uniquely you to give your house numbers a quick upgrade.
Frame your door.
![Frame your door framing your door adds curb appeal](/images/default-source/Blog-/frame-your-door.jpg?sfvrsn=d0139441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=E0DF5037414CAC8BC1C3B466045AF7A0434B53A8)
Photo via 11 Magnolia Lane
Replace Your Showerhead
![replace your shower head new shower head idea](/images/default-source/Blog-/replace-your-shower-head.jpg?sfvrsn=13129441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=214F1D7084B9817E42D319DE17E92004484B72A1)
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Patch Holes in Walls
Make Your Windows Energy Efficient
![Exterior Storm Window Installation How to install a storm window](/images/default-source/instruction/exterior_insertwindow.jpg?sfvrsn=2a278741_27&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=0A29F02AB81498A45E72ABAF0023721904BBB8AE)
Paint
![paint is an easy upgrade paint color idea](/images/default-source/Blog-/paint-is-an-easy-upgrade.jpg?sfvrsn=24129441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=D390915EB5C8F744C02D191C9846D7C591394ECE)
Photo via Dear Lillie
- A gallon of paint can do wonders to any home. From touch ups to a complete room makeover, paint gives you and expensive way to personalize the look of your home, inside and out.
Lighten up!
![light fixtures dress up your home new light fixtures are a quick update](/images/default-source/Blog-/light-fixtures-dress-up-your-home.jpg?sfvrsn=32129441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=929502AD62DA9273B39C48EEDC25EDAFE6B87FBA)
Photo via Unskinny Boppy
- Dress up any area with a fresh lighting fixture. Replacing an existing fixture is simple, but be sure to turn the power off at the breaker box before starting.
Install a New Faucet
![farm house sink new faucet install a new faucet](/images/default-source/Blog-/farm-house-sink-new-faucet.jpeg?sfvrsn=45129441_0&MaxWidth=475&MaxHeight=&ScaleUp=false&Quality=High&Method=ResizeFitToAreaArguments&Signature=5CD527BFF56AE73DB057FF8A08C4EEFF2B11EB5D)
Photo via HGTV
- Add style and elegance into your daily life by installing a new faucet. For the easiest install, be sure the configuration matches your existing sink.