Budget-friendly DIY hacks to make your home ‘stand out’ to buyers

Moving house is an expensive venture, so it’s important to get the best price for your property to cover the extra fees that come with purchasing a new home. Creating more space, adding storage and redecorating are all known to add value to a house, but they’re not the most affordable ways to attract buyers. According to experts at LOVESPACE, all it takes to “spruce up” your home is a few budget-friendly DIY hacks.A spokesperson for LOVESPACE said: ‘Before putting your house up for sale, it is important to make sure it is in tip-top condition ahead of inviting prospective buyers round for viewings.’This may mean quickly fixing those old squeaky floorboards or adding some flair to your space by reupholstering furniture to stand out in the online photos.”Secure loose flooringFloorboards can become loose and uneven over time, making them a tripping hazard as well as an annoyance.If the floorboard is in good condition, you can take out the nails and screw it down using the existing nail holes, though you will need to make new holes if it’s badly damaged.READ MORE: ‘Mind blowing’ hack to clean your floors House prices: Budget-friendly DIY hacks to make your home ‘stand out’ to buyers (Image: GETTY) Updating door handles is a quick and easy update (Image: GETTY)Before securing the nails, always check for electrical wires and pipes that may be running underneath.While fixing them won’t directly add value to your property, it’s one less thing that could knock money off of your sale price.Fix creaky stairsWooden stairs can be a nuisance when they start to creak, but there’s an easy solution you can try at home in just a few moments. LOVESPACE said: “With just a sprinkle of talcum powder over the offending joints, creaky stairs can be fixed. If the friction continues after this, the joints need to be strengthened to silence the squeaks.”DON’T MISS:Houseplants that remove mould and condensation from your home [REVEAL]Common home improvements that ‘devalue’ a property – ‘potential hazard [INSIGHT]’Permanently kill weeds’ using three ‘everyday household items’ [HACK] Stapling fabric to your furniture is an easy way to reupholster without sewing (Image: GETTY)Seal draughty doorsMaking your home energy efficient is a great way to entice buyers, particularly while selling in winter. While investing in good insulation is always recommended, sealing up draughty windows and doors is much more budget-friendly.LOVESPACE said: “Caulking is an easy and cost-effective way to seal up windows, and door seals can be installed underneath any doors to cover up the gaps and keep heat in.”ReupholsteringThough it is a more tricky task, reupholstering is an inexpensive way to brighten up your living space.The experts recommended using bold patterns and textures in plain rooms or keeping it simple with neutral fabrics to blend in with the rest of the decor.