Home renovation can be a big headache for many people. But, with planning and help from specialized and reliable professionals, it is possible to have an organized work without major unforeseen events.
You’ve already seen tips for buying your first apartment here and now, to help you with the process of transforming your home, we’ve created 20 tips.
Define what will be done
Whenever we look at our home we find one thing or another that we want to change. Firstly, it is necessary to define the type of renovation that will be carried out: structural (when walls are knocked down or added), painting or changing the covering.
Once you know the objective of the renovation, planning will become much simpler.
According to architect Andréa Barbon, partner and owner of Arq Reforma: “it is necessary to establish what each person wants, what the priority will be at that moment, whether it is to renovate the bedroom or the kitchen, before going to the meeting with the architect”.
Set the budget
A home renovation requires expenses and, even with planning and research into the costs of labor and materials, it is necessary to prepare for any unforeseen events.
Therefore, study your bank account and assess your budget ceiling, that is, the maximum amount you can spend. Remembering that this maximum value must include an amount for unforeseen events.
Research the trends
When choosing renovation materials, research what is trending in the world of architecture and design.
On the other hand, don’t get carried away by inspiring projects that are too personalized. After all, you will have to live with this structure for a long time and you won’t want to do another renovation so quickly, right?
As a result, opt for more neutral colors and leave the flashy items just for decoration, this way it’s easier to change after you get bored.
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Don’t skimp on materials
Even if the budget is tight and it’s an emergency renovation, it’s worth opting for good quality materials that will last longer. And thus prevent future problems.
Don’t buy without a sample
Nowadays, it is much easier and more convenient to buy construction materials online. However, as you are unable to assess the quality of the products, these purchases can cause a huge headache.
Stores that know this importance and offer a sample of the product before sending the complete purchase.
Hire a reliable team
When it comes to home renovations, you can’t save money, either on materials or professionals. After all, those who do a job well tend to charge a lot.
Check the contractors’ history and see how they performed on other projects, both in terms of quality of service and delivery time. This step also prevents many headaches.
Work supervision
Although professionals know the objective of the work, only you will know the smallest details. Therefore, monitor the service closely and make suggestions whenever necessary.
This also prevents the team from being able to outwit you in any way, whether by saving on some essential material, or by delaying the renovation.
Check the order
After evaluating the material sample and placing the order, when it arrives you need to check that everything came as requested.
This detail must be done in front of the delivery person, this way it will be proof that the order is wrong and dealing with suppliers will be simplified.
You can also organize an Excel spreadsheet to facilitate monitoring and accounting of expenses.
Consider moving house
Depending on the size of the renovation and the room in which it will be carried out, it can be difficult to stay in the house during the work. Therefore, during planning, consider whether there is a need to stay in another house. So see valuable tips for organize your move.
According to architect Luciana Olesko, from Olesko & Lorusso Arquitetura e Interiores, the ideal solution is to leave the residence during renovation to avoid living with dirt and disturbances. Furthermore, the dust in the area can be harmful to respiratory health.
Make a schedule
To know how long your work will last, you need to sit down with your team and set deadlines. This way, you will be able to closely monitor the renovation of your home and see if everything is going according to plan.
In this schedule, it is worth adding a few extra days to the deadline. This is because unforeseen events may arise that make it impossible to continue with the renovation.
Do it little by little
The desire to transform the entire house is great, but it doesn’t always pay off. Renovating one room at a time gives you more time to save up the money needed to buy good materials and hire an excellent service.
Wanting to renovate everything at once and on a tight budget can create future problems. And the goal is to escape headaches, right?
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Measure the area
Whether it’s time to buy the material or hire the service, the first question will be: what is the size of the space? This is a question that will help you buy the right amount of material, without having any leftovers or shortages.
Furthermore, measurement error can cause serious problems. For example, imagine that the renovation was done to expand your room. You measured the wall so that it was the exact size for your planned wardrobe.
But, when the furniture was installed, he realized that the bedroom door would not be able to open completely because of the closet. Therefore, always ask for help from a professional.
Custom-made forniture
Especially in the kitchen, each appliance stays in its place and a custom piece of furniture helps maintain organization. It is also necessary to take into consideration if in the future there is a need to exchange the appliance for a larger version.
As a result, make a piece of furniture that is larger than you actually need. After all, having plenty of space will never be a problem.
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Ask for authorization
If you live in an apartment, you know that certain renovations are not possible. And, even if you live in a house, sometimes it is necessary to request permission from the city hall to make any type of change that interferes with the original plan.
Therefore, before starting to renovate your home, check whether you need to ask for permission and only start when it is authorized.
Be careful with the level
A common mistake when replacing the floor in the house is regarding the level. The subfloor must be below the level of the other rooms, because when the floor is laid, they will all look the same. Otherwise, you will have an unwanted step between one room and another.
Sockets
Did you know that there is a minimum height allowed for installing sockets? Yes, you need to pay attention to the standards during renovation to avoid problems and having to redo the entire structure.
Furthermore, before placing them, study the position in which the furniture will be placed. After all, there’s no point in having a socket behind the sofa and not having one near the television.
Remembering that with the number of electronic devices, the more sockets the better!
Energy
Before placing an air conditioner in your bedroom or other room, you need to check whether your home’s power can support a device that draws so much energy. Otherwise, especially in an apartment, you will need to change the wiring.
Take advantage of the space
Especially for those who have a small apartment or a small house, it is necessary to choose multifunctional furniture. In addition to saving space and being two in one, the space will have a kind of minimalist decor.
Recessed lighting
This feature is one of the most requested in renovations and is popular in architecture and interior design. However, before including this item in your planning, make sure your ceiling will not be too low. After all, this feature requires a 12cm high ceiling.
Wallpaper
Wallpaper is an item that is frequently included in home renovations, mainly because it offers the ability to transform the room quickly and simply. This way, the environment doesn’t smell like paint or take too long to dry.
On the other hand, check if the product is water resistant and what size the sheet is, to calculate how much will be used.
Finally, learn how to organize your home and still have time to take care of yourself.
Source: Gazeta do Povo.
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