5 Apps to Help You Get Stuff Done Around the House

All year around we wait for summers to finally relax but the truth is – it is also the time of the year when we can finally get some things done around the house. Painting the house, planting the garden, organizing the wardrobe, decorating the room, you name it, and the list will go on.

It could get a bit hectic if you have to do everything on your own from scratch but with the help of a few apps, you can actually keep track of all the projects, and get things done quicker and that too while enjoying them.

To help you with all your summer projects, we have compiled a list of some of the most useful DIY and home improvement apps so you don’t have to feel overwhelmed this season.

So, without much further ado, let’s get started.

1. Pinterest

It would not be a stretch to say that Pinterest is truly an all-rounder. The app is super helpful because of its several wonderful features. You can create mood boards or simply a board of inspiration for how you want your home to look.

It has thousands of images of all types of interior and exterior design. Looking for more of a bohemian-style home? Pinterest has just the right collection of inspirational images. Are you more inclined towards cottage core type of houses, well, search it up on this app and you will find thousands of pictures.

What’s more, it also has videos you can watch for tutorials on how to get things done. However, to watch those videos uninterruptedly, make sure you are connected to a stable internet, like the one delivered by CenturyLink for a more enjoyable experience. Its unlimited data allows endless surfing and downloading of all sizes of files and videos. You can get more details by reaching out to the 24/7 available CenturyLink Customer Service.

2. Handy Man DIY

Handy Man DIY is a planning app that allows you to start your own home improvement project. It calculates different things for you such as the square footage of a room and the total amount of investment you need to make on each project.

This app gives you several pointers on different things to help you stay on the right track while you are making big changes around the house. Plus, you can also create a visual list of things you will be needing for each project in addition to creating a list of items you need to shop for them.

Just like Pinterest, Handy Man DIY also has how-to videos that you can watch, however, this app is only available on iTunes store. But don’t worry, you can find its alternative called Handyman Calculator on Google Play.

3. IKEA Place

We all love going to IKEA, whether we want to get something or just look around. The place is literally a heaven for most of us but sometimes it can be a bit difficult to get some time out to go look for furniture. This is where its incredible app comes in to give you a futuristic experience by using state-of-the-art technology of augmented reality.

You don’t even have to leave your room for it. simply take a picture of the place in your house you plan on decorating, upload it on the app and it will let you add items of your choosing into the image to see which one goes the best with your personal spaces.

The best part is, it is absolutely free to use. So, don’t wait any longer and take advantage of this app today!

4. HB Color

HB Color is another quite popular app from House Beautiful (or Home Depot). It provides paint swatches along with real-life room pictures. In addition to this, it lets you see the side-by-side comparisons of the swatches you have chosen to see which one you like the most.

Its color personality tool allows you to select your own customized color scheme and it also has a handy “color river” including 669 paint colors. With the help of this feature, you can look up images by utilizing the filters of colors, spaces, or even moods.

HB Color is only available for iPhone users, however, Android users can find its alternative app called Home Depot Project Color which works more or less in a similar way.

5. Homestyler

For all those of you who are unsure whether a certain piece of furniture would look good in your room or not, Homestyle is the place to go. This app is similar to Ikea Place since it allows you to take photos of any space in your home, upload them on the app and add 3D furniture and accessories, by using its drag-and-drop feature.

Don’t get intimidated, the app is super easy to use and does not require any technical knowledge. Plus, it comes with different plans. You can either choose the basic plan, which lets you use it for free, or get the upgraded paid versions that unlock features such as renderings in 4K.

Final Words

DIY-ing around the house has become easier than ever. By using the apps we have mentioned above, you can change the entire layout of your house and make it look exactly how you envision it to be. So, this summer, put on your creative hats and start decorating your house just the way you like it.

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