1 Maximise space
Above: Putting up shelves is a good place to start if you are keen to do more DIY. It has the potential to optimise space in a living or dining area, and tackling it yourself can save the cost of getting someone in or of buying new storage furniture. Look for suitable places to fit your shelving – in an alcove or above existing pieces, like a radiator. And don’t let it fade into the background as a supporting feature for books or artwork – finish in a bright paint shade to make it pop.
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