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For many people, house renovations are a sort of hobby. For others, the thought of all that interior upheaval and DIY fills them with dread. Nevertheless, if you own your own home or flat, it’s likely you’ll do renovations at some point in your time there. You may have just moved in and want to make it suitable for your needs and put your stamp on the place. It could be you’ve lived in one place for a long time and some changes are long overdue.
Whichever stage you’re at, there are so many reasons to renovate your home if you have the funds to do so.
Satisfy wanderlust
You may have been in your place a while and you’re starting to get itchy feet. However, the housing market is still seeing house prices increase substantially year on year, so moving home may not be financially viable right now.
If you want a change but can’t afford to take that leap, renovating your current home is a fantastic way to make it feel brand new. You’ll see it all in a whole new light and feel that excitement for coming home.
Maximise space
It’s so easily to accumulate bits and pieces over the years that don’t necessarily fit with your use of the space. Often, floor space may be taken up with multiple storage units to accommodate it all. We’ve all been there, but there are easy solutions.
It sounds obvious, but you probably aren’t making use of all the vertical storage space available to you in your home. Installing modern fitted wardrobes maximises your storage and frees up space to walk around, instantly making your home feel bigger.
Swapping out floor-standing lights for wall-mounted options lifts your eye and creates the illusion of a bigger room.
Create a haven
Is your home allowing you to be the best version of yourself? Renovations can be crucial for making your space work harder to support the trials and tribulations of modern life. For example, for a growing family, you may find installing more bathrooms takes the pressure off your morning routine and makes everyone calmer, dispelling arguments before they begin.
Boost efficiency
Windows account for nearly a fifth of heat lost through a house’s structure. This means upgrading your windows and external doors can have a huge impact on your energy efficiency. With rising bills, any help you can get is worth it. This is especially true if you live in an older property.
As well as the important practical element, replacing your windows and front door is a very simple way to make your home look fresher.
