Home improvement can be looked at as a weekend hobby or an endless obsession. Either way, it is a ticket to increasing the value of your home. Conversely, it can detract from its value. The tips in this article will help you avoid making errors and help you make wise choices.

There are many boring lampshades with no zest. Go to your local crafts store, pick up some acrylic paint and stencils, and create designs on your lampshades. Keep in mind this can be done with dye based ink pads as well. You could literally create any design you can think of and give more personality to your home.

Dusting and preventing dust buildup is importnat. It only takes a few days for dust to accumulate and for allergens to wreak havoc in your life. By dusting you will remove those allergens as well those pests such as spiders or ants.

Changing air filters is paramount. This makes your air better to breathe, but it also helps out your air conditioner and heating system too. Repairmen are often called out only to find that the filters are simply clogged.

Drywall Mud

Wall surfaces can be much more appealing (and imperfections in them are harder to spot) when they’re textured with drywall mud. Adding texture is simple. Simply use a trowel to apply the drywall mud, and use a brush with stiff bristles, a sponge or a plastic bag that is wadded up to dab the drywall and texturize it.

You can use spackle and some paint to fill tiny holes in walls. Go to an improvement store and buy some quality spackle. Just a little spackle is needed for small holes. Apply spackle to holes that are very small with a bobby pin. Once the spackle dries, smooth over the hole with something rigid (like a credit card) so the wall is smooth. Next, apply a coat of paint to finish the job. This will allow you to get rid of holes in your walls quickly.

Use old shoe boxes for an aesthetic touch that adds storage space. Use scraps of attractive fabric or wallpaper to cover the shoe boxes. It can add style to your room and give you additional storage in small spaces.

You need PVC cement and PVC primer to attach a pair of PVC pipes. These products are recommended in order to keep your pipes from leaking, as other cements and glues will not work. Also, make sure the pipes are dry.

There are both positives and negatives associated with home improvement. Some home improvement are worth it and can make your home tougher to sell. If you follow some simple guidelines, it is possible to steer clear of disasters like this.