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How to Make An Old Apartment Feel Comfortable

So you’re in search of a new apartment but money is tight and your budget only allows for an older or more dated space than you’d like. The floors aren’t great to look at, the airflow could do with some improvement and the walls look like they’re straight out of a 70s movie. Thankfully, it’s not the end of the world. In fact, with a little creativity and a knack for DIY projects, you’ll find that upgrading and improving your old apartment is a relatively easy task and one of the best ways to make it feel more comfortable and more like home. Today, we have a look at 6 amazingly simple upgrades you can make to an old apartment, so read on to find out more!  
  1. Keep It Cool

One of the biggest improvements anyone can make to an old apartment is to replace any existing heating or cooling elements with a brand new split system air-conditioning unit. You’ll find that older, more historic apartments and units often have insufficient insulation or utilise ducted heating that isn’t exactly energy efficient. The best way to combat the sweltering heat, freezing cold and a soaring electricity bill is to look into split system installation in Melbourne. Getting a split system installed in your old apartment is a great way to ensure that you can keep comfortable in both the colder and warmer months, whilst increasing your energy efficiency at the same time.   
  1. Countertop Contact 

Let’s face it — older, more run-down apartments probably don’t boast the Pinterest-worthy kitchen that you’ve always dreamed of, but that doesn’t mean you can’t engage in a little DIY to spruce up your kitchen space. One of the best ways to do this is with the help of countertop contact paper. Contact paper is a cheap, easy and gorgeous way to upgrade your kitchen space, and you can choose from a variety of designs ranging from marble, tile and granite. Contact paper is also relatively easy to install, and there are many online tutorials that you’ll be able to follow easily. Your home may not be “Mr Right”, but it’s “Mr Right Now” so getting a little creative is the best way to make your space both more comfortable and livable.   
  1. Cover Up Your Flooring

If your floorboards look like they’re in need of a total rehaul, one of the best ways to create some distraction is with the help of large carpets and rugs. This is especially helpful if you’re in a rental unit and are limited to the number of renovations or upgrades you can make in your space. If carpet isn’t really your thing, you could also try your hand out at installing roll-out vinyl floors with removable adhesive.   
  1. Upgrade Your Window Treatment

Window treatment may seem like a small aspect of your interior decor, but you’ll be surprised at how much of a positive difference it can make when you switch it up. If your old apartment windows are adorned in dull old curtains or dusty blinds, installing something newer and more modern is a great way to give your home an instant makeover. Depending on your needs, you can also choose varieties of blinds and curtains that keep heat out (or in) and offer you the level of natural light you would like to receive in your apartment. Of course, be sure to get the approval of your landlord before throwing out old curtains or blinds.   
  1. Play With Lighting 

If your apartment seems a little dimly lit, it just may be time to head out to your local hardware store and pick up new lighting fixtures that are sure to transform your space in a matter of minutes. Aside from the aesthetic benefits that light can offer a space, poor lighting can also contribute to fatigue and headaches which in turn can bring on symptoms of low mood. By installing funky new lights that not only look amazing but also help you feel more at ease and at home, you’ll be upgrading both your apartment and your mood at the same time.   
  1. Touch Up The Paint Work 

Lastly, one of the best ways to instantly perk your space up is to touch up the paintwork. Unfortunately, many rental landlords forbid tenants from painting the walls in new colours (save the red walls for your future home), but most don’t mind when tenants touch up an existing paint job. It is important that you source the exact same colour of paint that has been used on the walls so that you can seamlessly touch up chipped paint, scuff marks on walls and other discolouration that may have occurred over the years. You’ll be surprised at how much of a difference this small step will make in the overall ambience and feel of your apartment, but all those little dings and dents truly do add up!   ____________   Transforming an old apartment into one that is fresh, bright and comfortable for you and your loved ones doesn’t require expensive renovations or upgrades — we hope that this article has inspired you to give your home a little DIY makeover that will make a huge impact. All the best!