18 home DIY project ideas for instant aesthetic appeal

It's amazing how some of the simplest home DIY projects can be so transformative. It's all too easy to think that you have to tear down walls and start from scratch when you want to re-style a room or even part of your front yard. But sometimes, all you need is a micro change to breathe new life into your space. 

Think paint and a couple of your best power tools but above all, it's about getting creative to make the most of what you have to hand in terms of space, materials and budget. Whether you have a couple of hours, a weekend or longer, there are tons of pro ideas sure to inspire a home refresh and, if you're not that au fait with DIY to start with, you may well be after seeing a few of these projects through...

Jack Reading from Painters World tells us how picking up your best paintbrush can often be the best way to go when it comes to taking on home DIY projects. 

'DIY projects can be taken on all over the home, big or small. From painting your exterior walls to repainting an old and tired chest of drawers. With a bit of research and a tin of paint, you can transform anything around the home. Homeowners are becoming increasingly aware of the possibilities, as there is almost nothing you cannot paint.' 

We find that there is a growing trend for upcycling interior woodwork such as furniture also. A DIY project does not have to be just painting & decorating, however that is what people often think about when they think of DIY.'

From painting a room from top to bottom, to getting a little more creative with how you use your drill, there's so much you can do to get hands-on with your home's decor.

By Camille Dubuis-Welch