The Homeowner's Guide For Turning Your House Into A Dream Home
You always wanted to design your dream home but didn’t know where to start. Well, don’t worry - you’re not alone. 8 out of 10 owners are often overwhelmed by the thought of revamping their paradise from start to end.
While it may sound challenging, but may get more manageable when you plan and start early. You spend your time with your family at your place, and you may become increasingly aware of which areas need improvements. While some problems are easily noticeable, like cracked floors and outdated kitchens, others may need more brainstorming.
However, if you are still confused about starting, don’t worry! To make things easier, here we have curated a list of remodeling tips to help you bring your dream home to life. Curious to know how? Well, let’s get going with discovering what these are:
1. Identify Your Needs
First of all, you need to ask yourself: ‘why’? Why do you want to revamp your space instead of investing in a new one?
Every homeowner’s reason can be different. While some may want to build a house to sell to gain maximum profit, others want to develop a safe and joyful environment for their children.
It is important to remember ‘why’ you want to revamp your space throughout the process. It will help you get through the most challenging and exciting moments.
2. Determine Your Budget
Identifying your budget is necessary as it will affect every revamping step you take.
Some revamping expenses can add up quickly. Thereby, you’ll have to make tough decisions about what you need and what needs to be eliminated.
You can expect to spend money on:
● Inspections
● Site work
● Interior and exterior finishes
● HVAC, plumbing, electric, and more.
Consider keeping some of your budgets aside for unexpected situations. When it comes to revamping the space, there are fewer chances that everything goes perfectly according to plan. After all, you don’t want a surprise issue to force you to spend extra money.
3. Remodel Existing Rooms
Remodeling a home refers to fixing or updating the existing floor appliances or adding some new fixtures that enhance the overall look of your space.
Suppose you have cracked or slippery floors in your space. In that case, it is wise to go for epoxy floor refinishing that will help you fix the foundations and add shine to your flooring. Epoxy flooring comes in different colors: gray, white, blue, tan, brown, and more that reflect your personality.
For example, you can bring that coastal or beach vibe into your home with epoxy colors, such as light blue, green, white, etc. However, the color choice depends on your preferences and personality.
Besides repairing and fixing the flooring, you can add modern features to your kitchen, bathroom, or living room, such as floating shelves, mirrors, storage space, etc.
4. Revamp Your Entrance Way
The entranceway is the first thing your guests will see when they enter your paradise. Therefore, it is wise to revamp your entrance to look appealing to you and your visitors.
Here are some of the ways to revamp your entranceway:
● Replace or paint the front door
● Add a “Welcome” sign in an entryway
● Add lighting
● Replace your garage door
● Add some greenery
Revamping your entranceway can contribute towards making your home look neat, and well maintained. Thereby, revamp it to make you happy and your guests welcomed.
5. Make Your Walls Work
Your walls play a crucial role in enhancing the ambiance of your space. And by giving your area a fresh coat of paint, you can quickly transform it. Thereby, filling rooms with your favorite color can be pretty helpful.
But how will you choose the right one for your space?
Choose the colors that complement your furnishings and the fabrics that you have. Indeed, a fresh coat of paint can make a huge difference. It can lighten up your space and make a small room look bigger.
6. Give Your Space A Personal Touch
Which home is complete without having a personal touch? None, maybe.
Adding personal touch means adding customized cushions, wall art of your favorite pictures, sentimental accessories, etc. While adding a personal touch is excellent, try to add things that matter the most.
For instance, limit your accessories and store the items you can’t bear to get rid of. Also, you can use them in the future when you wish to update your interior's color scheme.
7. Don’t Overlook The Exterior.
When revamping your space, you can’t afford to miss out on the exteriors. Here are some of the effective ways to enhance the exterior look of your room:
● Swap exterior finishes, such as cladding, render and paint
● Replace your roof
● Replace windows
● Update your front door
● Add a porch
The exterior of your space enhances the curb appeal and even boosts the resale value of your property.
8. Refresh The Garden
When it comes to revamping a space, you often forget about the place you feel the most happier about- the garden. However, make sure you don’t skip that from your to-do list. Instead, minor modifications can help you make the most of it.
Here are some of the best ways to refresh your garden:
● Paint your flower pots - Refresh dull flower pots with cheerful colors using outdoor paint.
● Repair your fencing - A broken fencing can affect the overall appearance of your garden. However, if replacing fencing is not an option, consider giving it a fresh coat of paint.
● Light up your lawn - Lighting can add atmosphere to the garden and looks incredibly pretty, especially after a little snowfall.
● Plan ahead - Winter is a great time to sow seeds indoors for the year ahead. Try geraniums and dianthus – which can be planted now as they are slow to flower from seed.
Also, trimming the lawn, adding flowers, and social features can make it a more functional and inviting space.
Wrapping Up
If you think that your house is old and you can do nothing about it, you're mistaken. Thankfully, there are plenty of revamping options that can enhance the overall look of your space.