More than 58% of American households are primed to spend money toward DIY home remodeling this year, according to a recent survey by LightStream Home Improvement. If you’re one of them, it’s critical that you have the necessary tools to get the job done. Beyond that, you’ll need to have a long think about whether or not you’ve got clear direction, funding, and on the path to make the right choices. So on that vein, what do you need to know before you jump into a DIY project? Check out ImproveNet for home improvement statistic.
Have a Clear DIY Direction
Before starting a DIY project, you must have a clear direction. This refers to knowing what you want to make, why you want to make it, and what you’d like it to look like. Not having this puts you at risk for an incomplete task. The average American household has about 9 unfinished DIY tasks. So let’s say you want to add a gallery wall to your living space, a clear direction will help you understand what’s going to help you make the project come to life. This can include the number for frames, what images to use, how to put up the images, and where it should go.
Secure Funding
Despite the enthusiasm for DIY home projects, funding it is often overlooked until more money is needed. So before you jump into a DIY project, it’s good to secure funding for it. 56% of homeowners are willing to take out a loan for their DIY projects, based on the data of NerdWallet. If you’re not comfortable with that, it’s best to make use of any cash or liquid assets that you’ve got stored. You can also look into any advantages available to you like rewards and bonuses gained from any credit cards you own. You can also choose to go with a budget project like putting up a cork board for your kitchen to store reminders or put up memories.
Make the Right Choices
DIY projects are rife with options and choices. If you’re attempting to add anything to a room—like flooring or tiles—you need to look at the materials you can choose from. Consider the general theme of the room and the final aesthetic you want to reach. If the material or process does not enhance the project, it’s best to go with a different route. Making the right choice ensures that you won’t join the 40% of people who regret installing floor tiles, says ImproveNet’s data.
DIY projects that involve home decor aren’t just something that you should jump into. After all, whenever something is worth doing, it is worth doing right. It’ll also save you a lot of time, effort, and money when you approach a DIY project properly. So before you jump into one, make sure that you’ve thought things through thoroughly.
