How to Plan Your Home Renovation
It’s scary to start a renovation. It’s no wonder that there are so many stories and legends about the renovation process. It is a huge risk to turn an apartment into a construction site. We will discuss the latest trends for home remodeling today.
A Work Plan Is A Must-Have
Why does the renovation take so long? There are several reasons. There are many reasons.
- What to do?
- The order in which the work should be performed is unclear.
- No tools or materials are required;
- No time to spare;
- Insufficient knowledge or skills;
- No money
- Unforeseen problems arose.
It is simple to avoid these mistakes. It would be best if you created a plan of action even before you start the repairs. It is ideal to have a design project, not just a list of items on paper.
This document provides a comprehensive guide for action that warns against making wrong decisions and evaluates events in advance. It also allows you to assess your financial and time capabilities accurately.
You will find all the information you need, no matter if you are working on a major or cosmetic repair in your design project:
- Design solutions, visualizations, furnishing plans;
- Terms of Reference for Builders
- Planning decision;
- Detail development of design solutions
- Installing plumbing and installing electrical equipment, connecting devices to the plumbing system;
- Finishing sheets;
- A rough estimate and summary sheet of each room.
This document will help you plan and order the work, buy the materials you need on time, hire contractors to do the job you can’t do, anticipate all the difficulties and nuances, and create a plan that includes deadlines and the material you need for each stage.
The Sequence of Work
We destroy first and then create. When repairing, start with the most dirty and dusty work. This will ensure that you don’t have to clean up construction debris after the rough finish. When the building is as clear as possible of furniture and other items, it’s worth dismantling the old finishes. This includes replacing the old windows and old heating radiators with modern ones, as well as door frames, jambs, and skirting boards to install new options that are more appropriate for the interior.
Now, all is done. Only brand-new windows can restore the ruined room. To avoid them getting dirty, cover them with film and move on to the rough-finishing stage. The ceiling, walls, and floors have been leveled. Electrics and communications have been laid. The room is now ready for the final finishing. It is best to start at the top and then work your way down once all the dirty works are done. We start with the ceiling and then move on to the walls and the floor. The ceiling will be stretched if the roof is.
You need to complete the small things when you are ready to move in.
- Install interior doors and boxes;
- Install skirting boards
- Install sockets and switches
- Connect electrical appliances and lighting
- Furniture and decor can be purchased.
Materials Procurement
It is tempting to order a vehicle with movers to save money and time. This is a dangerous myth. Would you do it?
If necessary, repair materials can also be purchased in stages. You will not have to move furniture or purchases around, nor will you need to clutter up your apartment.
Delegation of Authority
You cannot know everything and do it all yourself. Contractors will be required to do some of the work. This can be seen as an extra cost since it is cheaper to do the job by hand. It can also be a wise investment, as it saves you time, increases quality, assures safety, and guarantees.
Even if this is your first time, you can still putty and glue the wallpaper yourself. If you’re “on your own” with electricity, you should call an electrician. To install interior doors, you will need a carpenter. You can lay laminate yourself. You should also resolve any issues with plumbing, plumbing system, built-in furniture, and decorative plaster in advance.
It is the same for design projects. Without specific knowledge, skills, and experience, it isn’t easy to design an interior that is up-to-date, competent, and takes into consideration all the features of your home. It is not expensive to order a project. The cost depends on the size of the room. The designers in the capital are costly. Many talented regional specialists can do the same work for much less.