9 shrewd ways to save money (and space) in your home

Will Sayner Will Sayner
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 Balancing the budget can be difficult, and remodelling or redecorating costly, so it’s fair to say that most us will take any opportunity to save a little here and there when we can.

 Small savings soon add up and could help to fund home improvement projects or new extensions, or help to cover unexpected costs such as replacing broken appliances, so it’s worth seeking out tips and tricks for money saving where we can.

 That’s exactly what we’re bringing you today!

 We've got nine tremendous tips that will make a significant difference to the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your home, so sit back and enjoy thinking about how you'll spend all your hard-saved money!

1. Buy all-in-one appliances

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 Why buy four electrical appliances when one will do? 

 Multitasking appliances will not only save you money, but they’ll also save on precious worktop space in your kitchen too!

2. Say goodbye to the tumble dryer  

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 Ditch the dryer and opt for drying racks instead, as tumble dryers are extremely energy-intensive appliances that cost a surprising amount to run. As well as saving money, you'll free up lots of extra storage space too.

3. Swapping lightbulbs is a bright idea

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 If you’re not already using energy-efficient lighting, now is the time to replace your old bulbs. Electricity is one of the most expensive utilities, so every penny you save will really add up, plus you’ll be helping the environment too.

4. Make staying in a more appealing option

 Create an entertainment haven in your home can reduce the temptation to go out for your evening’s entertainment, thus saving all that cash you would spend.

5. Ditch the DVDs

 It’s true that owning a physical, hard copy of albums or movies can at times seem more appealing, but if you stick to digital downloads you’ll have more free space in your home, and you'll spend less as they're cheaper than physical purchases.

6. Don’t hang on to costly clutter

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 Instead of trying to find storage space for items you no longer use but can’t throw away, have an annual clear out of all your belongings and sell anything you no longer like or use. There are lots of fantastic platforms for selling unwanted items online, and you’ll free up lots of space in your home while potentially earning a little money too!

7. Spare the air-con

 Forgoing air-conditioning all together might be a little extreme, but try to turn off the air-con when you can and you'll soon see your electricity bill declining.

8. Get the most out of your furniture

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 Try to repurpose old furniture before buying new items. You don't have to be a professional to spruce up older items; often a little paint or varnish will do.

 We know that it's tempting to buy new but if you can paint, varnish or embellish existing pieces to fit with a new aesthetic, just imagine how much money you could be saving.

9. Don’t waste water

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 Long showers are lovely, but they can be costly too. Cutting down on your shower time will be more eco-friendly, and it could also save you a considerable amount of money. 

 For more marvellous money saving tips check out ‘A money saving tip for every room of your home’.

 Adapted from an article by Amy Buxton.

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