Winter is a great time to tackle DIY projects at home. Five projects to consider: caulking doors and windows, adding weatherstripping, building extra storage, creating an accent wall, and refinishing floors. Materials needed include caulk, weatherproof sealant, foam stripping, door sweep, draft stopper, storage shelves, hooks, wallpaper, beadboard, shiplap, and peel-and-stick tiles.
Key Points
Caulking doors and windows can help keep heat in
Adding weatherstripping can reduce drafts
Building extra storage helps declutter and organize
Creating an accent wall can transform a room
Refinishing floors can give a fresh look to your space
Pros
Opportunity to improve home during winter months
Projects can help save energy and reduce heat bills
Affordable and easy-to-find materials for various projects
Cons
Projects may require some DIY skills
Time-consuming depending on the scale of the project