Home Improvement Projects to Do in Winter

Winter is here. The temperature drops, the wind blows and snow falls. Winter has arrived. Winter is a great time for some people to enjoy outdoor activities like sledding and skiing. You might enjoy ice skating or a stroll through a snow-covered park.

Winter is full of activities but, let’s be honest, it is a lot more time indoors than in summer. You’re stuck staring blankly at the wall, trying to stay busy.

What should I do… what should I do?

You may be surprised to find out that winter is a good time to do home improvements and remodeling. Painting walls or installing backsplashes are quick and inexpensive projects. Other winter projects like renovating your basement can rejuvenate the entire house.

Here are some of the best winter projects you can do to beat cabin fever.

 What can’t be done in winter?  

Let’s first eliminate projects that will be difficult or impossible to complete in the winter. All outdoor projects, and especially those that require digging will be out of the question. Due to the frozen ground, it is not possible to build a patio, deck or additions for your home until spring. Installing a new outdoor air conditioner unit or a backup generator will be easier and faster when the temperatures warm up.

 Winter Home Projects  

 Decluttering the Home  

Decluttering your home is the first step in any home improvement project. Winter decluttering will allow you to spend more time enjoying the warmer weather, and make spring projects easier.

 Paint  

You’ve been staring at your faded walls inside for the past month. A fresh coat of paint can brighten your home during the winter. Yellow, green, or blue can help to dispel the winter blues. A small amount of red will also do. Be sure to use a non-toxic Latex and ensure that you have good ventilation when painting.

 Add Insulation to Attic   

Attic insulation was something that should have been done before winter, but, as they say, it’s better to be late than never. Spray or rolled insulation will make a huge difference to your heating costs if your attic is leaking warm air.

  Insulate pipes and spigots (Hose Bibs).  

To ensure that they remain in a good condition, exterior pipes and spigots can be wrapped with insulation foam or replaced by frost-free units when temperatures fall below freezing. The freezing of water can lead to cracks and bursting in pipes. It is more costly to fix the damage than buying a few insulation tubes or replacing them.

 New Kitchen Cabinets  

Winter is the perfect time to remodel your kitchen or any other interior space. Installing new kitchen cabinets can be a great improvement project for your home. New kitchen cabinets can feel like a new kitchen, as they are at eye-level and take up most of the visible space.

 Install Backslashes   

A backsplash can have a significant impact on the style and appearance of your kitchen cabinets & counters. Backsplashes are a great way to bring color into a space that is otherwise neutral, or to enhance and complement the design. These projects can be done by amateurs and professionals in less than one day.

 Reconsider the Floor  

It’s time to replace the flooring in your house. You would prefer to have your new flooring installed in the winter before spring dirt and mud become a regular sight. It’s a good idea to install floors during winter, but watch out for salt and ice.

 Finishing the Basement  

You are wasting space if your basement remains unused. Do not let your basement be used as a permanent storage space. Instead, convert it this winter to create more room for you and your family.

 Add New Lighting Fixtures  

This is usually a job that should be left to an expert. Lighting can have a significant impact on the style and character of a space, making it appear stylish and elegant. You can add new lamps, replace lamp shades or install a decorative chandelier. A qualified electrician can also install can lighting or dimmer switches to the living room, dining room or kitchen.

 Closet Remodeling

Is your closet disorganized like a high school locker or a cluttered room? Maybe a little remodeling could be done to improve the organization and functionality of your closet. Remodeling professionals can install new shelves and poles for hanging clothes to make the most of your closet. You can add an ironing board with nearby outlets, a chair to put on shoes and socks, or even a mirror.

 Upgrade your Secondary Bathroom   

Most people refer to the master bath when they talk about remodeling a bathroom. If you’re looking for a project that is a little easier to complete, you might want to consider the guest or common bathroom. Installing new flooring, replacing a counter, adding new backsplashes or re-doing the walls are all options. You can keep things simple by simply adding new lamps and decor to the floors and countertops.

 Expert Advice for Any Winter Home Project  

These simple winter projects will have a positive impact on the entire house.

Call Belmont Home Restoration if you need professional remodeling assistance with any of these tasks. We will help you to get the expertise needed to revitalize and rejuvenate your home.