By Leanne
Are you thinking about doing some small upgrades to your home in 2025? Then we have you covered. Discover some quick and easy products and DIY projects that you can do around your home to give your space a refresh, as well as some smart ways to upgrade how you live in the modern world.
1. Smart Plugs – £40.99
Our lives are getting smarter, so it makes sense to make our homes smart too, right? Smart plugs are great for creating autonomy in your home, whether you want to have lights turned on ready for when you get in (or scheduled for when you’re on holiday), or even to set your coffee to start at a certain time. At £40.99 for a set of 4, this home upgrade will cut some time out of your busy life for sure!
2. Update Furniture with Vinyl Wrap – £23.73
Are you thinking about changing up your decor style? Why not consider upcycling instead of a complete makeover, which can cost hundreds (and sometimes thousands)? This can be anything from painting or staining a piece of furniture to give it a fresh look. Another great way to refresh your furniture is to vinyl wrap it. This transforms your decor instantly and can be revered just as quickly too – so you’re not committing to a big change. This is also perfect if you’re renting, as vinyl wrap is a damage-free way to style your home.
3. Paint Your Walls For a Quick Refresh – From £24
Painting your room with a brand new colour is one of the best ways to transform your space. By giving your room a new colour, you can change the room’s mood. Alternatively, you can paint one wall to create a new accent wall in your room, if the idea of changing all your walls is a little daunting. If you need some inspiration on what colours to choose, take a look below at popular paint colours for 2025:
Farrow & Ball Mizzle
Green and grey have always been popular home colours, so why not mix the two? Mizzle, by Farrow & Ball, is a muted, cool green that can add a touch of nature to your space without being too colourful. Although it has hints of grey, this soft green colour is still warm and inviting and can be a fresh alternative to sage green, which has been very popular in the last two to three years.
Taupe Paint Colour – From £24
Neutrals such as beige, cream, off-white and grey will continue to be popular in 2025. For a warm neutral, consider a taupe paint colour like this Churchgate Mink shade from Dunelm, a muted chocolate that can warm up your space. Taupe is great for low-lit rooms as well. Make sure to pick a shade that has a warmer hint, rather than a grey hint, which will make your room feel colder.
4. Upgrade your handles – From £10
Switching handles on your cupboards, doors, kitchen cabinets and furniture can change your room’s appearance. It might be a small change, but these little details can change the style of your space. For example, if your kitchen cabinets are outdated, changing the handles to a modern shape and different colour can update them. See below for some handle inspiration.
5. Wall Panelling – £73.99
Wall panelling is a great way to upgrade your home. It can be done yourself, or, if you are not sure on how to do this, hire a professional. There’s lots of different styling of panelling to suit your personal taste. Slat panelling (as pictured below) is a popular choice for modern homes that add a touch of nature into the space in a contemporary way. Wall panelling could add value to your home too, as potential buyers may be attracted to this modern upgrade.
Wall panelling is continuing to be popular into 2025 and if you haven’t yet tried it, why not read our guide here.
6. Swap your curtains for thermal-friendly ones – £30.99
Keep your home cozy with upgraded curtains for your living room and bedroom. Investing in quality curtains with thermal features can be beneficial all year round.
7. Add LED Strip Lights for Ambience – £23.99
Upgrade your space in 2025 with LED strip lights that can completely change the mood in your room. Whether you want to add some under-cupboard lighting in your kitchen, give under your bed a glow-up, or highlight alcove shelving in your living room – the possibilities are endless when it comes to using this smart lighting. Furthermore, they are easy to install and remove! See some examples below on how you can glow up your home:
8. Swap Out Your Rug – £140
Changing out your rug can have a huge impact on how your room looks. By changing out your rug, you can introduce a new style, pattern and colours into your room. Be careful when changing the colour of your rug, choose a colour that you already have in your room, or a complimentary one so that it fits in aesthetically. Also, consider how you want the room to look. If you’re going to keep it feeling bright and airy, stick to a light colour. On the other hand, choose a darker shade if you want your room to feel more cozy and cocooned.
9. Add a Gallery Wall for Personal Touch – From £30
Upgrade your home in 2025 by letting your personality come through. A simple way to do this is by adding gallery walls or pieces of your favourite art, patterns and photos of fond memories, holidays and hobbies. If you struggle to find artwork that speaks to you, another great option is to draw or paint it yourself. This adds a touch of uniqueness to your space too and will become a sentimental decor for years.
10. Give Your Outdoors a Makeover – From £25
Our last home upgrade is about the outside of your home. It’s easy to forget to upgrade your front door or garage, but we are here to remind you. Not only will updating your front door and garage give you the feeling of a new home, but it can also appeal to home buyers if you are looking to sell your home. Afterall, first impressions are important. If you’re not a fan of painting your garage and front door yourself, why not hire a professional such as Decorating Centre Online. They offer full works with their front and garage door painting services.
How will you Style Your Sanctuary?
Now you’re equipped with 10 upgrade ideas under £60, which one (or many) will you choose? From swapping your rugs out seasonally, to smart lighting and updating fixtures, the list of ways to upgrade your home is endless. If you’re still stuck on how to decorate your space, why not give our free online consultation service a go, where you will receive a bespoke mood board for your room!