Team Two Times

1. 
   
   Paint Interior Walls – A gallon of paint will cost you around $20 and what an amazing difference a change in color or even just clean white paint can make.
   


2. Install New Switches and Outlet Covers – Over time, they just get dirty, broken, painted, or more likely, outdated. Adding new, clean switches and faceplates is definitely a low-cost, high-impact improvement. I’m not quite sure why more people don’t remove them when painting, but if you’re afraid of getting shocked, don’t be – as long as you’re not sticking things into the hole, there isn’t anything to worry about. To be safe, you should turn off your home’s power first, this will prevent any harm.
   


3. Install Trim and Base Molding – assuming you buy the cheaper stuff. I think most houses have some sort of base, but not usually trim against the ceiling. Depending on what style you get, it can make a room more formal, or just add a different look. And ask any realtor, moldings and baseboards definitely increase your home’s appeal and value.
   


4. Install Dimmer Switches – if it’s dimmable, I probably have a dimmer switch on it. I love being able to control light – not only does it set a mood, but it’s nice to allow your eyes to adjust to a room opposed to just turning on a full power light – ha, especially when you have to get up in the night to use the restroom and you’re half awake.
   

These all cost around $20, but you can easily spend twice as much on any of these depending on brand, function, and desired design or quality. They don’t have to be expensive, just new, clean and updated to make a huge (and cost affordable) impact.

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