If you’re considering home improvements, or even just adding a few extra touches to freshen up the place, don’t rush the process. A plan is key for any successful remodeling job. Look for smart, traditional and fashionable upgrades to provide value and aesthetic beauty for years to come.
While you’re looking for upgrades, consider these following tips for remodeling.
Kitchens
-Spacious kitchens with abundant natural light make cooking a pleasure, not a chore.
-Light color kitchens can create an illusion of a bigger space.
-Adding a skylight is another way of creating a spacious feel.
-Multiple storage shelves and cabinets plus an extra sink will reduce counter clutter.
-Built in microwaves, dishwashers, six burner ranges and convection ovens are great for utility and convenience.
-An island range with bar stools promotes an inviting, social atmosphere.
Bathrooms
-Two bath homes, plus a master bathroom are optimal.
-Many home buyers see high end items like whirlpools, Jacuzzis, steam and jet showers, double shower heads and hand held sprayers as essentials.
-Large storage cabinets, freestanding or built in, are great.
-Avoid all white bathrooms (splashes of color reduce the sterile feeling).
-Bigger is better; tiny bathrooms are out!
Floors
Hardwood flooring increases resale value, so keep hardwood floors in top shape by refinishing them. As an alternative, laminate flooring is typically cheaper than hardwood and a nice upgrade from carpet.
Ceiling Fans
Try to install ceiling fans that make use of a remote control. This will allow you to change speeds without getting up.
High-End Home Amenities
-Specialty rooms like media rooms, wine cellars, workout rooms and children’s playrooms can boost resale value and personalize a home.
-Outdoor fireplaces, patio heaters, electronic insect control devices, decks and fountains are popular.
-Outdoor kitchens can boost resale value.
-If you live in a hot climate, an in-ground swimming pool can increase your home’s value. However, buyers in more seasonal climates may see pools as an inconvenience. Ask a realtor to see whether pools are popular in your area.
