14 Easy Ways To Update Your Home {2025}

14 Ways to Update Your Home in 2025

If you’re looking to refresh your home without spending a fortune, you’re in luck. With a little creativity, minimal tools, and a weekend to spare, you can give your living space a brand-new feel.

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Here are 14 inexpensive and easy ways to update your home in 2025, including a few DIY ideas from our blog.

1. Refresh Your Walls with Paint

Nothing transforms a space faster than a fresh coat of paint. Choose colors like earthy greens, warm neutrals, or soft blues.

For an even easier update, try painting an accent wall to create a focal point in the room. Hushed tones and green and blue color combos are trending for this year.

Find trending colors at HGTVs 2025 Colors of the Year post.

2. Add Removable Wallpaper

Peel-and-stick wallpaper is an affordable way to add personality to any room.

Use it behind a bed as a faux headboard, in a powder room, or in hallways for a pop of pattern.

We added this removable wallpaper to the end of our hallway in this DIY home update.

3. Upgrade Cabinet Hardware

Replacing outdated cabinet knobs and pulls is a quick way to modernize your kitchen or bathroom.

Opt for sleek matte black, brushed gold finishes, or even mixing metals for an on-trend look.

Take a look at this article by House Beautiful for more updated cabinet hardware inspiration.

4. DIY Coffee Station

Turn an unused corner into a coffee bar with a thrifted piece of furniture.

Check out our guide on creating a DIY coffee station from a dresser or a thrifted cabinet for inspiration.

It’s a functional and stylish addition to any home.

5. Revamp Light Fixtures

Swapping out old light fixtures for modern options can make a big impact.

Look for affordable pendant lights or statement chandeliers to elevate your space.

If you don’t want to mess with wiring, try adding battery operated sconces- we have these in our hallway and these in our girls’ room. Love them both!

6. Install a Tongue and Groove Ceiling

Add warmth and texture by installing a tongue and groove wood ceiling.

It’s an affordable DIY project that can transform a space, as we demonstrated in our basement bathroom makeover.

7. Create a Gallery Wall

Use thrift store finds, family photos, or printable art to design a gallery wall. Mix and match frames for an eclectic look, or stick to one color scheme for a cohesive feel.

Read this guide for how to pull a gallery wall together.

8. Update Window Treatments

Replace old blinds or curtains with modern options like bamboo shades or sheer panels. Even adding curtain tiebacks can give your windows a fresh look.

Read our guide for how to easily hang curtains here.

9. Paint Your Front Door

Boost your home’s curb appeal by painting your front door a bold color. I repainted the front door of our previous home so many times, because it was such a fun and quick way to get a big-impact change!

This simple project adds personality and charm to your entryway.

10. DIY Floating Shelves

Floating shelves are functional and stylish. Use them to display books, plants, or decor.

We added shelves in our kitchen recently. They’re an easy DIY project requiring minimal tools and materials.

11. Rearrange Your Furniture

A completely free way to refresh your home is by rearranging furniture. I do this perhaps TOO often- but if it’s been a while, try it!

Experiment with different layouts to improve flow and make your space feel new.

12. Add Plants or Greenery

Bring life to your home with houseplants or faux greenery.

Place them in decorative pots or hang them in macrame holders for a trendy touch.

13. Update Your Bathroom Accessories

Switch out towel bars, toilet paper holders, and showerheads for a quick and affordable bathroom upgrade.

Add new shelving (we love this set!) with updated decor. Pair these updates with a new shower curtain or bath mat for a cohesive look.

14. Add Exterior Window Boxes

One of my favorite quick and easy home updates we did to our home exterior was adding window boxes.

These plant boxes add instant curb appeal, and you can switch the flowers and plants out reasonably often, and play with different color combinations.

Final Thoughts

Updating your home doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. With these 14 ideas, you can refresh your space using minimal tools and effort.

Be sure to explore our blog for more DIY inspiration and tips to make your home uniquely yours. Happy updating!