repainting them. There is spray paint made specifically for this reason. The project is incredibly inexpensive. Here are some ideas of household hardware you can make look almost new with a paint overhaul: • towel bars • toilet paper holders • door handles • old light fixtures The goal is to patch your home up nicely with as little cash as possible. This is a great way to do it. If you have broken or completely worn-out hardware, you should replace the whole set, unless you can find matching pieces. You could paint the old and new to match. You could also combine the good parts in one bathroom, and replace all the hardware in another. Warning: Make sure that if you end up replacing your knobs, you get matching exposed hinges for cabinet doors. Consistency is good when selling a home. Other cheap upgrades for the bath and kitchen: • Buy a new toilet seat. • Refurbish worn-out looking cabinets with a
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