In this guide, we'll show you how to renovate your home economically and without complications.
Take note of these practical, economical, and inspiring suggestions that you can put into practice on a weekend or a free afternoon (and with a controlled budget).

How to start: assess, plan, and prioritize

Renovating your home without construction often involves reorganizing, decluttering, and valuing what you already have. This initial planning is essential so that you can make impactful transformations without getting lost in impulsive purchases or unnecessary expenses.

Carefully assess each room. What works? What is outdated? What bothers you?
Define a goal for each space. Whether it's to make the bedroom more relaxing or the living room brighter, it all starts with a clear intention.
Establish priorities. If you can only intervene in one or two rooms, choose the ones you use most or that affect you most in your daily life.
Budget with common sense. It establishes a maximum limit and tries to work within it, using affordable solutions. Quick Transformation:
Paint an accent wall: you don't need to paint everything — just one wall in a vibrant color already changes the energy of the space.
Explore neutral or earthy tones: they create more welcoming environments and are trendy.
Use self-adhesive wallpaper: there is a huge variety of patterns and textures, easy to apply and remove.
Furniture and door films: ideal for renovating old cabinets, tabletops, or even the refrigerator.
Self-adhesive vinyl flooring: perfect for giving new life to a worn or outdated floor.
Change the cabinet handles: a small detail, but one that changes the style of the kitchen or bathroom in an instant.
Add open shelves: ideal for displaying beautiful dishes, plants, or storage baskets.
Use specific paint for tiles: if you want to go the extra mile, there are paints specifically for ceramic tiles. Or if you want to simplify, apply self-adhesive vinyl to the tiles or cabinets.

Install a new mirror: In the bathroom, a modern mirror or one with a special frame can refresh the entire wall.
Invest in baskets and organizers: They bring order to chaos and help keep everything functional and visually light.
If you have an old countertop, learn how to restore it with sandpaper, paint, or upholstery.
Add plants: They bring life, color, and improve air quality.
Reposition the furniture to create more fluid and spacious areas.
Change the sofa cushion covers and add a colorful throw or swap the curtains for light models that let in more light.
Create themed zones: A reading nook, a wall with travel souvenirs, or a bookshelf with books and art.
An inherited piece, a flea market find, or something you made yourself can be the highlight of a room. Or use personal photographs, posters, or even beautiful fabrics as wall art.

Make better use of natural light: position sofas or tables near windows to create brighter environments.

How much does it cost to renovate a house without construction?

It depends on the scale, but you can use the following as a reference:
Living room: €100 to €300 (textiles, lighting, paint)
Kitchen: €150 to €400 (vinyl, handles, shelves)
Bathroom: €80 to €200 (mirror, vinyl, textiles)
Bedroom: €80 to €250 (bedding, lamps)
You don't need to break down walls to change the atmosphere of your home. With small, well-thought-out actions, you can do a real renovation without construction. If you want to start slowly, choose a living room.

Change the textiles, change the lighting, apply vinyl. And you'll feel the difference. Your house can look brand new, even without touching the structure.

Source: Idealista
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