If you find yourself sitting in your home, feeling uninspired, it may be time for an update. However, major renovations can be costly and time consuming. It’s simply not a reality for everyone, especially those who don’t own their spaces and can’t do any sort of reno. All hope is not lost, though. There are still easy, affordable and simple changes that you can make to update your home with small pieces or small projects. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorites.

Not for the Paint of Heart

The easiest and most recommended way to update any home is a fresh coat of paint. It instantly revitalizes a space and adds character. It’s also cost effective and can be done in a day or so, unlike other types of home renovations. You don’t have to keep your paint to walls, either. A quick way to refresh an old kitchen is to paint cabinets and replace the hardware with newer pieces. It’s an easy way to update your kitchen area without the overhaul of cabinet replacement.

Experts recommend taking your choice of paint seriously, however. Spend a week or so with the color to see if you can live with it for an extended period of time, and put more time than you think you need into the actual painting process. Doing a clean and pristine job the first time will make your new design look professional and up your resale value in the long run.

The Might of a Light

Another quick fix to refresh your space is to update your lighting. Use your lighting fixtures to bring new life to a space, even if it’s as simple as replacing old table lamps that you’ve had forever, or adding a new floor lamp for more dedicated lighting. It’s an easy but noticeable step to moving towards your desired design. Adding more light to a room can also help open it up. Most built-in lighting in homes isn’t enough to properly light a space, not to mention that adding more can help you set the perfect atmosphere. For inspiration, exposed bulbs and vintage lighting are having a moment right now, as they fit farmhouse, boho and other rustic inspired styles.

Catch the Rug Bug

Sick of your floors but don’t have the time or the money to tear them up? It could be as easy as replacing your area rug, or adding one to a previously bare space. Your flooring can suffer from the wear and tear of everyday use and can also fade over time due to sun exposure. A fresh rug can feel like a fresh start at a fraction of the price of new flooring. If you’re planning on rearranging the setup of your home, it can also help you define spaces by providing visual distinction. And rugs aren’t just for refreshing the look of hard flooring. You can also layer a rug over carpet to give your room an updated style.

Ahead of the Headboard

Dreaming of a new bedroom set but just can’t bring yourself to go out and buy one? Opt for switching out your existing bed, by adding a new upholstered bed or upholstered headboard instead. Often, the bed is a focal point of a bedroom and can really make or break a space. Changing out your bed or adding a new headboard can make your bedroom feel new without having to replace the whole thing. If you’re feeling that you’re lacking on comfort, a plush upholstered bed or headboard may be able to fix that as well. Upholstered beds and headboards are a great way to add a fresh, new, updated style to your room. There are many different styles, textures and colors to choose from.

Mirror, Mirror

If you find yourself feeling cramped or out of space, look for a mirror that fits your design. Nothing opens up the feel of a room quite like a mirror, especially if it’s positioned so that light from a window can bounce off of it and into the room. Visually, mirrors can convince you into thinking a room is much larger than it is and can get rid of any claustrophobic feelings you may have. You can opt for a large, statement mirror, or play around with many different mirrors to achieve your desired look.

Low Rider

As a whole, if you’re finding that you need more space, you may want to consider opening up a room by replacing bigger, bulky furniture and opting for lower to the ground pieces. This serves to both declutter your home and remove unwanted pieces, and it provides a line of sight across an entire space. This tricks the eye into thinking that the space is bigger than it is. It also allows light to get in from windows that may have previously been blocked.

With these easy updates, you can refresh your home and make it a more personalized and updated space to enjoy with your friends and family.