1. Move It.
Simply rearranging the furniture can reenergize a room. Add and remove furniture, lamps, rugs and accessories from other parts of the house to create a whole new look. Mirrors are particularly useful when it comes to updating a room. Try one out in different rooms to see where it fits best. Even just moving a mirror to a differfent wall can create a more welcoming feel.

2. Plant It.
Houseplants are a generally undervalued design component that can add texture, warmth, and color to any room. Just drop plants in their store containers into decorative planters. Small plants can be moved easily and regrouped to change a room's look, while larger ons make a statement on their own.
Group plants of differing heights, fullness, and color for the most dramatic effect. It is important to have plants that are well maintained and in tip-top condition.

3. Paint it.
Paint is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to make a substancial change. Use dramatic colors in powder and dining rooms, and more neutral colors in living spaces. When selecting colors in powder rooms and dining rooms, and more neutral colors in living spaces. When selecting colors, be sure to ask, "What am I trying to do? How do I want this to feel?" Always do a test before you paint the whole room.

4. Replace it.
Cabinet handles, switch plates, and other small pieces of housing hardware can update a home for just a few dollars a piece. Inexpensive quick-connect faucets can make upgrading the look of your bathroom a snap. Just be sure to measure before you go the the hardware store. Some sinks are drilled for an eight-inch spread. Others require four inches. Fresh towels and an new toilet seat go a long way toward making a bathroom feel clean and new.

5. Light it.
Lighting can have a major impact on a home's look and feel. Whether a room seems dark or too bright and harsh, try "layering" the lighting by adding accent pendants and lamps. Make sure they have independent controls, so that you can turn them on and off at will. Create a cozy feel by adding dimmers in the dining room, bathrooms, kitchen and even the hallways for less than $4 each. Then adjust the lighting to create the mood you want.

6. Clean it.
Scrub grout and seal natural stone. Rub out scratches and nicks on wood floors with scratch cover. Vinyl flooring is a bit harder to spruce up but usually can be replaced easily and inexpensively.