Last night’s episode on Changing Rooms was a real trust the process moment with the questionable smear on the living room wall. But it goes to show, that with a little paint creativity and some removable art, a space can be transformed to a sleek finish.

DIYS.com, a creative community hub specialising in DIY, has provided eight easy and affordable tips on disaster-free house interior renovations.

Home interior tips which could help avoid Changing Rooms disasters in your home:

Draw the vision out. If there are certain colours you are worried may clash with personal taste, then colour them on paper to test them out first.
Use decor to create vibrancy like pillows and rugs – this will increase the functionality of your space, especially if you’re renting. Personal interior decor taste can change throughout the years so these additions can be simply replaced.
For a bespoke look, go old school and create your own decor. On TikTok, #candlemaking has racked up 1.1 billion views and #vasepainting has been seen nearly 400,000 times!
To avoid the classic teapot moment, ensure your furniture can withhold weight. If you’re a minimalist this will be easier, however for maximalists instead of layering decor on one shelf, layer your items in a vertical shelving structure.
Bring nature in and grow plants. Not only do indoor plants augment the overall appearance of a space, but they can also contain health benefits such as reducing air pollutants and relieving stress. It is imperative however to conduct research, as some plants may be harmful to pets.
Get creative and reupholster old furniture such as an old sofa chair. Social media provides great platforms (eBay and Facebook Marketplace) for buying cheap and cheerful items full of character that can be upholstered. In addition, YouTube is fully equipped with creative ideas and tutorials if you’re a beginner!
If you’ve over-ordered on materials like tiles, remember the surplus can be used for the kitchen splashback or decoration in the hallway.
Do your research on the best illusions for your room. If a space is narrow, opt for contrasts and light colour as this will help widen the room. Likewise, if a space is too big utilise vertical shelving and add rugs.