Reasonable revamp

Have you turned a blind eye to a home disaster that you don’t have the money to fix? Or have you been meaning to transform your home but haven’t been able to get it done?

DIY experts at

Ronseal have shared their smart hacks to achieve great things at home, all whilst on a tight budget, so you can get it right for less…

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1.Repair, don’t replace

Chipped or damaged sinks and baths can cost a fortune to replace, but why replace them if they can be fixed for a much lower cost?

There are lots of repair kits on the market that will help cover any damage, all without having to pay a tradesman – some for as little as £20!

2.Show some TLC

For the cost of some furniture paint and a few hours of your time, you can give tired or past-their-best items a new lease of life.

Ronseal’s Chalky Furniture Paint is great for reviving drawers, chairs, tables, or even storage boxes.

Ronseal Chalky Furniture Paint,

£12, Homebase

3.Be waste aware

Don’t throw away leftover product – it’s easier to re-use than you think. Most paints can be stored until the next year or kept for any year-round touch-ups.

Just make sure it’s stored in an air-tight container and kept in a shed or room between 10-30OC.

4.Get stuck in

A little elbow grease goes a long way, so take your time to prepare surfaces before you start your DIY.

This will also make products work better, last longer, and as a result make your money go further in the long run. Watch guides on Youtube to help you get it right first time round.

5.Choose long-term options

For big jobs like looking after sheds or maintaining fences, choosing a product that provides long-term protection will keep costs down, because you wont have to invest again for several years.

Look out for paint options that have a range of 5-10 year guarantees!

6. Spruce up those cupboards

If you want to change your kitchen or bathroom but you’re on a tight budget, specialist paint is the answer.

Tile paint or cupboard paint can completely transform rooms for less than £100 – much less than the cost of a new kitchen.

It’s easy to do and you can have a brand new look in a weekend!