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One of the biggest trends in the world of home ownership is the concept of upcycling. This could be simply re-using old materials such as “distressed wood” in a new fashion. It could be more complex by installing old but classic doors and knobs in a house to give it some of the Old World charm with some of the modern conveniences.
Some go all the way and buy an historic older house instead of buying a new house. There are several reasons for this decision. The economics of building a home today often involve using the same designs over and over again, resulting in the so-called “cookie cutter” house effect. Without hiring a custom builder, it can be hard to get around this condition. Another reason might just be the environment. In terms of a whole house, it has been estimated that it takes the environment several decades (some guesses put it as high as 80 years) to replenish the materials used in a new house. By buying an older house or using older materials, you can minimize the environmental impact of your upgrades.

The biggest issue people see in buying an older house is the fact that older styles come with them. Naturally, people love the idea of the character of an old house but don’t have the time or money to put work in to modernize it. However, there are cost effective ways to update a house that can help stem the tide until you can afford the more extensive upgrades you might want to do. The most effective way to change a room is actually quite simple.


Change the Lights, Change the Room
Lighting and fixtures really have a major impact on the feel of a room. By changing out an old and outdated fixture, you can start the process of bringing a room up to date without having to do an incredible amount of work. A lighting fixture can be taken down in just a fraction of a day. Normally, all that is required is the work of turning off a fuse, unscrewing a few screws and putting in a new fixture. The work isn’t very intensive, often doesn’t require professional help and can stay quite low cost.

In addition, it doesn’t require a huge shelling out of money to accomplish this type of upgrade. There are several stores out there that sell some discount lighting fixtures that are perfectly functional and help update a room. Another option to help lower the cost is trying to use a site like Craig’s List to sell your old fixture. The old adage goes that one person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Just because you did not enjoy your lighting fixture does not mean someone else won’t think it is fantastic. Getting a couple bucks back for the fixture can really help make an already affordable upgrade even a little more affordable. When it comes to upcycling on a budget, one of the easiest thoughts is a new lighting fixture.