5 Easy DIY Projects to Refresh Your Home for Spring

5 Easy DIY Projects to Refresh Your Home for Spring

Spring is the perfect time to breathe new life into your home. Whether you’re prepping for guests, decluttering, or just ready for a change, these simple and budget-friendly DIY projects are a great way to refresh your space. No fancy tools needed—just some basic supplies and a free afternoon!

🔧 1. Swap Out Your Cabinet Hardware

Updating cabinet knobs and pulls can completely transform the look of your kitchen or bathroom.
Before you buy: Check that the new hardware has the same hole spacing (center-to-center distance between screws) as your current setup. This keeps things simple—no need to fill holes or drill new ones!

🛠️ What You’ll Need: Screwdriver, new hardware, optional measuring tape
⏱️ Estimated Time: 1–2 hours

🎨 2. Freshen Up Your Trim or Baseboards

Baseboards take a beating over time. A fresh coat of paint can make the whole room look cleaner and brighter.

Pro Tip: Clean the baseboards thoroughly with warm, soapy water first—paint won’t stick to dust or grime. Use painter’s tape to protect your floors and walls. A small angled brush gives you better control for a clean, crisp paint line.

🛠️ What You’ll Need: Paint, brush, painter’s tape, drop cloth, cleaner
⏱️ Estimated Time: 2–3 hours (depends on room size)

💡 3. Replace Old Light Switch Covers

This super simple upgrade can make a room look more modern or cohesive—especially if your current covers are faded or mismatched.

Tip: Choose covers that match your room’s aesthetic (brushed metal, matte black, or clean white). Just be sure to turn off the power at the breaker before removing any covers, especially if you're working around light switches.

🛠️ What You’ll Need: Screwdriver, new covers
⏱️ Estimated Time: 30–60 minutes

🛁 4. Re-Caulk the Bathroom Sink or Tub

Peeling or moldy caulk doesn’t just look bad—it can lead to water damage. Spring is the perfect time to cut away the old caulk and apply a fresh bead.

Tip: Use painter’s tape along the edges for a cleaner line. And make sure the area is dry before applying new caulk.

🛠️ What You’ll Need: Utility knife, bathroom caulk, caulking gun, painter’s tape
⏱️ Estimated Time: 1–2 hours

🚿 5. Pressure Wash Without a Pressure Washer

Don’t have a pressure washer? No problem! You can still get a solid deep clean with a high-powered hose nozzle or a jet stream hose attachment, which are available at most hardware stores for under $20.

Use them to rinse away dirt from porches, patios, siding, and even outdoor furniture. Add a little dish soap or outdoor cleaner for extra shine, and scrub stubborn spots with a stiff-bristle broom or brush.

🛠️ What You’ll Need: Jet stream nozzle, hose, outdoor cleaner (optional), broom
⏱️ Estimated Time: 1–2 hours

🧰 Need a Hand?

If you’re not sure where to start or run into a snag, Craig the Handyman is here to help. We offer both in-person handyman services and virtual consultations to help you plan or troubleshoot your project—whether you’re local or out of area.

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