Want to give your home a luxurious look without breaking the bank? One often overlooked way to do so is by upgrading your woodwork, specifically your baseboards, molding, and trim. If you’re on a tight budget, you may not have the funds to replace your existing baseboards, but did you know that you can still give them a fresh look without replacing them? In this article, we’ll explore the world of DIY baseboards, molding, and trim, and show you how to upgrade your home’s design on a budget.
HOW TO INSTALL BASEBOARDS: EASY DIY STEPS
Think that replacing your baseboards is a big deal? It’s not! It’s a simple process once you know what you’re doing, and there are plenty of great guides out there to help you with your DIY baseboard project. Here’s what you need to do to replace your home’s baseboards!
Step 1: Remove your old baseboards
So, how do you get rid of those icky old baseboards you have now? Easy! Head over to Bless’er House and read the DIY newbie’s guide to removing baseboards!
Or, if you don’t want to remove your existing baseboards but want to cover them, Pewter and Sage has you covered. They found a product at Lowes to completely cover old baseboards without having to remove them. The new look is much more updated! I’ve linked what looks to be a similar product here.
Step 2: Attach your new baseboards
Once you’ve removed your old baseboards, how do you attach the new ones? No worries, DIY Advice shows us how to install baseboards, and it’s easy. Remember, the wider (or taller, depending on your perspective) the baseboard is, the more modern and upscale it looks. Go with as much as you’re comfortable spending.
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