Remodel on a budget

Introduction

Watch an overview video

Step 1

Gather your materials and tools

glass brick
latex-based mortar
backing board
spatula
spackling
sandpaper
interior painting
rollers and caps
brushes
painter's tape
floor sander
varnish
laminate replacement boards
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Ductless heating and cooling system with professional installation.
solar tubes
skill saw
hammer
wood nails
frame
fabric / wallpaper

Step 2

Update an old fireplace

Cover the old fireplace surround with new glass tile.

Use latex-based mortar for a quick grab and you won't need spacers

Pro Tip

Glass tile even passes for brick.

Step 3

Give floors a new look

Sand the natural wood floor and apply new varnish. If the boards are stained, apply wood stain of the same color.

Remove damaged laminate boards and replace with new boards.

Stage 4

Have a cooling and heating system installed

To save costs on new ductwork or a new central HVAC system, professionally install a ductless heating and cooling system.

Step 5

Add paint

Make your own painting.

Thoroughly clean walls and fill and sand any holes or cracks, then use high quality brushes and rollers. To avoid lap marks, apply paint in small sections keeping the edge wet.

Frame on fabric or wallpaper and hang as a work of art.