Projects for the weekend to keep you up on your remodeling. Photo Credit: dailyinvention

Are you a DIYer who's itching for something to do this weekend? These projects will get your productive hands in gear and step up the look of your home a few notches, too. If you want to enjoy your weekend even more, consider hiring a master craftsman to do the work for you. Then it's nothing but relaxation from there, especially once you see how quickly it took to achieve these fabulous upgrades.

1. Replace those old carpets with the look of wood

Turn your living room, family room or dining room into a warm and welcoming dream room with laminate flooring such as Pergo . You can achieve that same rich look that hardwood floors provide at a fraction of the cost and time.

With laminate flooring you won't waste time on sanding, cutting, nailing, and varnishing so you can entertain on your new gorgeous floors come Sunday.

There's a wide selection of colors and styles to choose from. It's easy to install by yourself. It's easy to clean and maintain. It's durable. You can install it over cement, tile, or vinyl so you won't need to tear up the existing floor. Overall, it's a low cost way to update your home fast.

The installation process is so simple that even a freelance writer can do it.

When talking about Pergo, there are two types of flooring to choose from: glue and glueless. Regardless of the type you choose you'll need a plastic vapor barrier, saw, and padding. If you ...

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