Have you just moved and need to add some personality to your new home? Or perhaps you’re just looking for some cheap furniture ideas to help spruce things up a bit. Refurnishing can really swell your budget, but this doesn’t have to be the case. By shopping smart and investing in DIY furniture, you’ll be able to keep costs low and wow-factors high.
Upcycle Old Furniture
A practical – and fun – way to furnish the home is by upcycling some of your existing furniture that has seen better days. Maybe that tatty bookcase could do with a good sanding and varnishing. Or perhaps an old wooden ladder could be made to function as a clothing rack. Do you have an old set of shutters? Well, we wrote an entire blog on how to upcycle shutters.
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Visit a Thrift Shop
If you’re in the market for cheap furniture ideas, then why not visit a thrift store? While you might be hesitant to buy secondhand furniture, it really is amazing the things that some people decide to sell. Whether you’re after cupboards, wardrobes, a new coffee table, or any other kind of furniture, you’re sure to find an old/new piece to fall in love with. And apart from the myriad of choice, a thrift shop day is lots of fun!
Upgrade Handles and Other Fixtures
If you’re looking for cheap furniture ideas, then it’s always worth considering a few upgrades to existing pieces. Replacing things like handles, hinges, legs, or other ornate fixtures can breathe new life into an item that was once on its last legs.
Upgrade your windows with DIY Shutters
Our favourite way to affordably furnish a home is by installing bespoke plantation shutters. You might be wondering how this can possibly save you money. Well, keep reading:
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Cut down on energy bills – Our plantation shutters are fitted flush to the window, meaning that very little heat can escape the room. Not only do they keep you warmer in the winter, but they’re also great at reflecting the sun’s rays in the summer months.
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Save up to 40% – If you choose to go with DIY shutters, you’ll be saving up to 40% when compared with other measure and install companies. This is because we don’t have to charge surveying fees, meaning we can pass the savings directly onto you.
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Long-lasting – Sometimes DIY furniture can be a bit hit and miss in terms of quality. For this reason, we’ve taken extra care to ensure that our shutters are of the highest standard. In fact, given the correct care, your shutters will last 10, 15, 20 years – or longer! Plus, you’ll get a 5-year warranty with every order.
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Shutters add value to your home – Shutters are viewed as a semi-permanent fixture because of their longevity. This makes them an attractive proposition to any would-be buyer. So, should you ever decide to sell your home, shutters may help drive the value of your home up.
Whether you’re after full height, tier on tier, or café style shutters, we’re here to help. If you have some questions for us, then please feel free to contact our friendly team. Simply send an email to [email protected] and somebody will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you.