5 Home Improvements You Should Make in 2024

The turn of a new year always brings resolutions, fresh new starts and opportunities to tackle home improvement projects. If upgrading your living space inside and out is on your 2024 to-do list, this post should inspire you with some great home improvement ideas. Whether you're looking to enhance your garden, redefine your interiors or revamp your outdoor spaces, read on for ways to take your DIY projects to the next level in the new year.

Improve Your Garden With Decorative Fencing and Screens

Start 2024 by transforming your garden and upgrading your garden fences. Swap plain panel fencing for natural, beautiful decorative versions that define spaces with style or use scalloped or latticework fence panels along property borders or to surround specific areas such as vegetable gardens. Try alternating height panels for visual interest or install a living wall of ivy or vines that climbs the fencing over time, adding texture and greenery. Our garden fence panels at Mill Timber Direct offer a perfect blend of durability, style and functionality. Opt for our pressure-treated panels for added longevity, ensuring your garden remains a sanctuary for years to come. A well-chosen fence not only enhances privacy but also serves as a stylish backdrop for your garden.

Refresh Your Interiors with Architraves and Skirting Boards

When it comes to home interiors, the devil is in the detail. Architraves and skirting boards may seem like minor elements, but they play a crucial role in tying together the overall design of a room. Mill Timber Direct offers a diverse selection of architraves and skirting boards, allowing you to choose profiles that complement your interior style. We stock torus and ogee reversible skirting boards made from natural responsibly sourced redwood which provide the finishing touch that turns a house into a home. Take the time to upgrade your interiors in 2024 with these stylish and functional details.

Elevate Home Exteriors with Cedar and Redwood Cladding

Exterior cladding is a game-changer when it comes to enhancing your home's kerb appeal. Cedar and larch cladding from Mill Timber Direct not only protects against the elements but also brings a touch of natural beauty to your façade. The warmth and character of cedar create a welcoming exterior, while its durability ensures long-lasting performance. Experiment with different profiles and installation techniques to achieve a look that suits your taste. From contemporary clean lines to traditional charm, cladding options are a versatile choice for upgrading your home's exterior.

Build a Multi-Level Deck for Entertaining

Make your garden the neighbourhood entertainment destination of 2024 by creating a multi-level decking area perfect for dining, lounging and parties. Use redwood decking over a two-tiered structure with integrated bench seating on the lower level and a railed upper deck for additional seating. Add features such as a fire pit, built-in fridge, lighting, sound system or even a hot tub! Surround with decorative planters and garden lights to create an inviting oasis for gatherings with family and friends. An even more ambitious project to add to this outdoor entertaining area would be a sauna. This could be constructed from treated PAR boards and feature redwood benches to create a relaxing oasis to enjoy after gardening or workouts.

Build Custom Planters, Potting Tables and Benches

Woodworking is back in style, so put your carpentry skills to work in 2024 by creating custom garden accessories from scratch with timber and woodworking supplies from Mill Timber Direct. Make a potting table or workbench topped with smooth cedar or redwood planks, perfect for tending plants and flowers or construct unique geometric-shaped planter boxes that can be mounted on fences, posts or garden walls. Or you could try building a rustic bench with back and arm supports that will become a beautiful addition indoors, on your decking or positioned along a garden path. At Mill Timber Direct we also supply all the appropriate screws and fixings for your project and we also stock a variety of wood stains and paints for protecting your wooden creations.  If making your own garden furniture is a bit ambitious, Mill Timber Direct also supplies quality garden benches, tables and chairs.

In 2024, you can tackle impactful garden and home improvements that increase functionality, beauty and your enjoyment of indoor and outdoor living. Our wide range of products from Mill Timber Direct makes it easy to create signature spaces perfect for entertaining or everyday relaxation with family and friends. Get inspired this new year and build something amazing.