PART I - KITCHEN REMODELING
Renovating certain areas of the home – such as the kitchen, bathroom, or roof – is an excellent way to increase its value. However, home renovation and improvement can be big projects. Therefore, it’s imperative that you carefully weigh your options before deciding which type of renovation to undertake. With so many renovation options, you might find it difficult to choose which renovation project will provide the best return on your home improvement investment. In the first part of this three-part blog series, we focus on kitchen remodeling. Making the Most of Kitchen Remodeling When remodeling your kitchen, it’s important to take into account the design of the entire home and ensure that the new kitchen follows the overall theme. Although it may be possible to mix and match themes, there’s a strong possibility that your eclectic choices won’t give you a pulled-together or cohesive look. If you get it wrong, you could end up with a kitchen that clashes with the rest of your home.
For example, if you want to make your home look more modern, then it makes sense to remodel your kitchen with contemporary design elements. For instance, aside from replacing your appliances with stainless steel-finished choices that feature cutting-edge technology, you can also update your furniture and cabinets to exude a cleaner and more polished vibe. Modern kitchens are less likely to feature fancy designs; instead, they typically use lighting to highlight certain areas or to make the kitchen appear larger than it really is.
PART I - KITCHEN REMODELING
However, a contemporary look will only work if the rest of your rooms echo a similar modern vibe. If your kitchen ends up looking out of place, you may eventually find the need to remodel your living room, den, dining room, and the rest of the home. The same principle applies for any sort of style you go for – be it modern, traditional, country, or any other style you prefer. Basically, you will need to look at the following factors if you are to remodel your kitchen:
In Part II, we move on to discuss another popular remodel – bathroom remodeling – and give you some ideas that will not only make your bathrooms look better, but more functional as well.
PART 2 - BATHROOM REMODELING
In Part I, we discussed the importance of ensuring that your kitchen remodeling ideas fit into the overall design or theme of the home. It’s a little different when it comes to bathrooms, as you will need to focus more on function than aesthetics. When remodeling your bathrooms, it’s important to decide what exactly it is that you want to accomplish. Do you have a small bathroom space and want to make it appear larger? Or do you find it a bit difficult to move around in the bathroom and want to improve this aspect? Bathroom Remodeling Ideas: Things and Factors to Consider There are three important rules for bathroom remodelings: • Should be well-lighted • Should be well-ventilated • Should have an ample amount of space for the user to move around comfortably If your bathroom has a bathtub, it would be great if you installed lighting effects, such as a dimmer light. Aside from helping you relax in the tub, lighting effects can also help make your bathroom appear larger than it really is.
PART 2 - BATHROOM REMODELING
However, if you really need more space for the bathroom, you could study the floor plan and see if you can physically increase the area by extending the walls of the bathroom out. You’ll probably end up sacrificing some space in adjacent rooms, but if extra space is available, having a larger bathroom can definitely increase your home’s value.
Additionally, give your old cabinets a fresh coat of paint and consult a remodeling contractor or designer for ideas on space-saving storage solutions. Also, consider the people who will use the bathroom. If you have elderly members in the family, you might need to make some adjustments to accommodate their needs and make the bathroom safer for them to use. In the next part of this series, we’ll discuss another important part of the home that you must consider when deciding on a remodeling project—the roof – so stay tuned!
PART 3 - ROOF REPLACEMENT
The roof comprises around 40% of the home’s exterior, so you’ll definitely need to expect to replace your roof after its stated lifespan, especially if it’s looking a little worn and is regularly having issues. A weak and old roof does not only compromise your home’s look, but also its safety and resistance against the elements. Roof replacement is definitely one project that is best left in the hands of professionals and in this post, we take a look at the important things to consider when planning to have work done on your roof. Roof Replacement: Important Factors When considering replacing your roof, consider these important factors: BUILDING CODES Some cities have a limit on the number of layers of roofing materials that you can add, and others may have additional restrictions in terms of safety, so make sure to check them out. ROOF INSPECTION You might also want to have your roof checked by a professional roof inspector for you to determine its current condition. In some cases, the roof may need to be replaced entirely; in others, especially if it’s only missing a few shingles here and there, it might make more sense to replace the worn sections of roofing than to have the entire roof re-layered. Either way, hiring a roofer will allow you to decide on what really needs to be done.
PART 3 - ROOF REPLACEMENT
PROFESSIONAL ROOF REPLACEMENT It’s imperative that you hire the services of a trusted roofing contractor right from the very start to make sure that the design and construction will be done properly. Make sure that the contractor you’re talking with has all the pertinent documentations that allow them to do business in your area. It would also be good if the contractor can provide references and proof of previous projects.
ROOF REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENTS If your roof is more than 20 years old, it’s not unusual for you to be seeing signs of age and deterioration as a result of normal wear and tear. A full roof replacement is most likely what you most need at this point. However, if your roof is relatively young and in good condition, giving it and your home a new look may not necessarily require complete reroofing. Painting, repairing, and replacing some of the worn out shingles may be sufficient. Deciding on which home improvement projects your home needs may not be easy, but consulting with a professional can make it less challenging. A professional can give you solid recommendations on which projects to tackle first.
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