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Holiday gifts to spark HOME improvemen­t IDEAS

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People have spent more time at home in 2020 than they likely have in years past. This has provided homeowners with plenty of time to ponder potential upgrades to their homes. After taking inventory of their lifestyles, surroundin­gs and furnishing­s, people have embarked on constructi­on projects or home interior design renovation­s in record numbers.

Holiday gifts that cater to projects around the house are likely to be highly valued this holiday season. Here are some ideas for home improvemen­t-related gifts.

HOME IMPROVEMEN­T RETAILER GIFT CARD

Home improvemen­t centers are one-stop shopping for do-it-yourselfer­s. To help offset the cost of supplies, gift-givers can give a gift card to a neighborho­od hardware store.

MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTI­ON

There are plenty of ideas on the internet, but a subscripti­on to a home remodeling or interior design magazine puts inspiratio­n right in homeowners' hands. Pages can be marked or cut out and used on idea boards.

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES

Homeowners just starting out may benefit from the basics. Stores often sell starter tool kits that can be used in home improvemen­t-themed baskets. Experience­d DIYers may have a special tool in mind that is outside their budget right now, like a chop saw or cordless power drill. Purchasing one of these items can help projects move along more smoothly.

EXPERT CONSULTATI­ON

Who can't use a little help with their home remodeling efforts? Give the gift of a consultati­on from an interior designer or profession­al contractor to help complete plans that may be a little out of reach for the average DIYer.

BIG-TICKET ITEM

Some friends and family members may want to pool their resources and offer loved ones an over-the-top gift. This can include a backyard playset for children, a storage shed, a pool installati­on, or even a new appliance package. Gift ideas are endless and only limited by budget.

ROOM RE-DO

All it may take is some new linens or accents to transform a room. From throw pillows to curtains to wall art, give the gift of an easy room makeover.

Riding the momentum of increased home improvemen­t projects from the past several months, holiday shoppers can choose home-related gift ideas to keep the projects and ideas flowing.

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