Renovation Hacks to Save Thousands
Maximize your renovation budget with practical, thoughtful thinking. Planning a home renovation is exciting, especially once your loan or line of credit is approved. Initially, you'll set your sights on premium flooring, high-end appliances, and exquisite fixtures...but these fixed expenses can make it seem like your budget has no limit. However, this illusion only lasts until you make your first major purchase. The reality is that raw material and labor costs are rapidly increasing, and your available funds are dwindling, forcing you to tighten your belt.
In fact, with a little advance planning, there are many ways to avoid financial ruin. Making small changes and re-evaluating your design goals can save you a lot of money.
Wall Materials:
Latex paint is the "value for money king."
Walls are the largest visual area in a home. Many people struggle with whether to use "high-end" decorations like wall coverings, wainscoting, or artistic paint, only to end up spending money on something that might not be practical. In fact, among the many wall covering materials, latex paint is the most suitable choice for ordinary families.
Looking at the advantages of latex paint:
- It's environmentally friendly. As long as you choose a product that meets standards, formaldehyde emissions can be kept within safe limits.
- It's cost-effective. A large bucket of latex paint can meet the needs of an average household's wall coverings, resulting in a very low cost per square meter.
- It's easy to apply and offers a variety of colors, perfect for any decorating style, from modern minimalist to Nordic to light luxury. Fourth, it's easy to maintain. Small stains can be wiped off with a damp cloth, and localized damage can be easily repainted without having to renovate the entire wall.
There's no need to pursue "high-end" wall coverings. Choosing the right latex paint saves money and worry, while keeping your walls clean and tidy.
Plan the placement of each appliance in advance
Plumbing and electrical renovations are a hidden step in renovations. If done poorly, not only will pipes and wiring be wasted, but they'll also cause future problems.
Before you begin construction, carefully plan how you'll position the furniture and appliances, and then plan the wiring accordingly. Try to keep wiring straight and avoid detours. This not only saves on materials but also makes repairs easier in the event of a problem.
Don't obsess over decorating styles
Decorating styles directly impact your budget. From a cost-effective perspective, minimalist, modern minimalist, or wood-look finishes are relatively affordable. Retro decorating, on the other hand, is more expensive because the price of all the hard and soft furnishings that go with the style will increase accordingly.
If you're not particularly pursuing a unique look, a simple interior is recommended. Furthermore, decorating styles can be mixed and matched, and you can adjust the overall style of your home through color changes or soft furnishings.
