As we welcome a new year, you might be looking for ways to make positive changes without the usual focus on weight loss, working out, or self-improvement. In that case, we have some exciting ideas that can make your life at home more enjoyable. 

Here are seven New Year’s resolutions that can help you create a more pleasant living space for you and your family.

1. Revamp your flooring 

If your home has old, damaged or smelly flooring like wall-to-wall carpeting, you might not feel comfortable in it. This kind of flooring can also decrease your home’s value, especially when the housing market is unstable. 

A simple solution to modernize your home is to replace the flooring, which can improve the flow, unify every room and make your home feel more elegant. You can achieve this without breaking the bank, as some of the most popular flooring trends in 2024 offer the look of hardwood without the high price.

  • Engineered hardwood: The less expensive cousin of hardwood, engineered hardwood has all the beauty along with improved durability.

    Available in the same wood types and styles as hardwood, this could be the answer to your dreams. The hardwood look you love is finally within reach. Starting as low as $1.99 per square foot, you really can have nicer floors.
  • Laminate: Laminate flooring is the affordable flooring option that has been brightening and updating homes for years.

    You can choose from dozens of looks suited to almost any room in the house, with new water-resistant options that look and almost feel like real wood. At about $1.99 per square foot, this is an excellent option for almost any budget.
  • Luxury Vinyl: Considered the flooring of choice for homeowners and designers alike, vinyl flooring is low maintenance, high-quality flooring available in a wide variety of styles and colours.

    Starting as low as $1.49 per square foot and sitting below $4, you’re sure to find the ultimate wood-look flooring choice for your home.

2. Relax in a new spa-like bathroom

Whether your bathroom is lacking form or function, you can have a nicer bathroom to call your own. You don’t need to invest in high-end details like marble or stone to get the look you desire. 

For example, today’s porcelain tiles come in a range of authentic-looking finishes, including the timeless look of Carrara marble, elegant black stone, and more to create that spa-like look you’ve longed for. Make 2024 the year you commit, with upgrades that include:

3. Have an elegant, modern staircase

Whether your stairway is the first thing you see when you enter the house, or it has a less visible position in the home, stairways can be one of the most obvious features that date a home. Over time, it’s easy for stairways to become outdated and start to look tired. 

The good news is that upgrading your staircase doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are several affordable options available, such as updating your spindles with wrought iron, tearing out the carpet and installing hardwood treads, creating a new handrail complete with new posts, or doing a little bit of everything. 

You could even invest in a complete staircase makeover without breaking the bank.

4. Create more elegance with crown moulding

Adding crown moulding to your home is a great way to add elegance and character to any room. It’s a simple upgrade that can make a big impact on the overall look and feel of your space. 

Crown moulding comes in various sizes, profiles, and materials, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your sense of style. Whether you choose to add it to the entire home or select rooms, crown moulding provides that “wow factor” that your home may be missing.

5. Finish your baseboards

We’ve heard this story often. Customers invest in new flooring and decide to leave the baseboards until “later.” Five years on, they still haven’t finished the job, so their home is starting to look a little worn and worse for wear. Meanwhile, floors like laminate are separating, so you’re constantly having to knock them back into place. 

Make 2024 the year you say, “enough is enough,” and get to installing those baseboards. Baseboards are the finishing touch for new flooring, but also are an important functional part of flooring to hold it in place. 

Baseboards also protect your walls from damage and can add an accent when painted the right colour. If the baseboards are installed, but still need a coat of paint, well, we say get to work and paint them now.

6. Build a new deck

Outdoor space is more popular than ever, with homeowners using their backyards to expand their square footage. If you’ve been longing for a deck but didn’t know where to begin, we can set you on the right track so you can finally build yourself a deck. We highly recommend modern composite decking as the ultimate material for a durable, low-maintenance, long-lasting option. 

Available in a variety of colours and wood looks, you can finally step out into your yard onto a safe, sturdy, not to mention beautiful deck, designed for days of chilling, evenings barbecuing, and nights of entertaining friends and family.

7. Take care of your home assets

We get the not whole not wanting to clean things. After all, you work hard and need your downtime. The only problem is that your home suffers when you don’t set aside time to take care of your assets. 

Finding the right cleaning products can make short work of cleaning tasks, while also helping to protect your assets, including your stainless steel appliances, glass/porcelain cook tops, and flooring. Some simple routine cleaning will help you maintain the value of your home, and remove any ick factors you (or your guests) might experience when your home is less than clean.

Home Improvement Hardware Ontario: Trust Cosmaroma for Your Home Improvement Resolutions

From revamping your flooring to creating a spa-like bathroom, there’s a resolution to fit every budget and style. And when it comes to finding the hardware you need for your next project, Cosmaroma has you covered. 

With locations throughout Ontario and a wide selection of home improvement hardware available online, you can get started on your next project today. 
Click here to find a Cosmaroma location near you or start shopping online now.