Home improvement shows have a lot to answer for. They make DIY look much easier than it actually is, and most people find that projects take longer to complete than expected. Also, the amount of prep work required before you even start a project tends to be overlooked and the complexity and cost of the work involved.
In a study of DIYers who were disappointed with their efforts, 55% of respondents said the finished project just didn’t look good.
Heed their advice, steer clear of these supposedly easy jobs, and call in the professionals instead.
- Replacing a ceiling
- Installing hardwood floors
- Installing carpets
- Installing showers and baths
- Painting home interiors