Tips on Renovating an Old House Into a Breathtaking Home

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Many people have old houses in the suburbs of their city. So naturally, they want to renovate these houses into breathtaking homes, but they don’t know where to start. If you’re one of these people, then this blog is for you! We’ve compiled a list of tips on how to renovate an old house into a new home that is not only stunning but also livable.

1. The Kitchen

The first step you should take is to remodel the kitchen. The more modern it looks, the better. Remodeling your kitchen can be done relatively cheaply depending on how much work needs to be done since many people will do this for cheap if they’re getting paid with a home renovation loan. Ensure to repair any water or fire damaged flooring and walls with these fire damage repair pros before you paint them, so water doesn’t seep through cracks in the wall or floors later down the line. Spend money upfront on things that have lasting effects like appliances because they will have less wear and tear on them.

2. The Living Area

This is the most critical area in a house because it’s where you’ll spend time with your family and friends. This area should have no cracks or holes, suitable flooring that can be easily cleaned, modern furniture pieces that are comfortable for all guests to sit on, and bright lighting. Hence, everyone feels welcome when they come over, and an excellent entertainment system like a new television set plus surround sound speakers. Old flooring restored can also make an incredible impact on your living area. Make sure to clean up any clutter before anyone comes over as well! It’s also recommended not to wear shoes inside the living room since people will track dirt onto the floors if they do.

3. The Bathrooms

This is one of the less critical parts of your home, but it should still look nice. Make sure to get rid of any mold in or around the bathtub and shower area since this can pose a health hazard for you and your guests if they try to take a shower while there’s no ventilation present. This room also needs good lighting, so people feel comfortable when using the bathroom at night time. It’s also wise to leave towels on top of heated towel racks after taking them out so that all moisture evaporates before anyone uses that particular towel again because bacteria breeds in moist environments like these. Finally, ensure that every part of the bathroom where water comes into contact is waterproofed correctly, so leaks don’t occur down the line due to a faulty seal.

4. The Patio

This is an underrated part of a house, but it can be used to your advantage if done correctly. The patio should have ample seating space and something you will enjoy, such as a grill or fireplace, so looks aren’t the only thing people see when they come over for barbecues and gatherings. Make sure that there are no cracks in the concrete where water might seep through because this would create puddles on top of your patio area and could ruin any furniture items placed down since rusting occurs due to constant exposure to moisture like these cracked areas provide. Also, ensure that both chairs and tables are sturdy enough not to fall apart during everyday use!

Renovating an old house into a new home is not as difficult as most people might think! With these simple steps, you can transform your existing property, so it’s both impressive to look at and comfortable for all of your guests.

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Mavian Arocha-Rowe

Mavian Arocha-Rowe

Editor-in-Chief at Chispa Magazine
Mavian Arocha-Rowe is known as an asset to the business and communications industry and is motivating and advocating “your authenticity should be your strategy,” for all women, regardless of their season and roles. For the past 20 years she has directed magazines, plus multiple art and marketing departments as creative director and brand manager. What supersedes all of her great career moves is her role as wife and mother living in Atlanta. Challenging herself to discover and bravely pursue the calling for her life, Arocha-Rowe helps other women discover and pursue their life’s assignment. She is a passionate, and loud-laughing speaker on the topic of purposefully redeemed, and mentors young women so they can exercise a mind that is doctrinally pure, along with a heart that beats toward sanctification. She will almost never turn down Marlow’s Tavern double-tavern cheeseburger, a cooking-demonstration from Leaning Ladder, or any opportunity to head to Miami to spend time with family.
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Mavian Arocha-Rowe is known as an asset to the business and communications industry and is motivating and advocating “your authenticity should be your strategy,” for all women, regardless of their season and roles. For the past 20 years she has directed magazines, plus multiple art and marketing departments as creative director and brand manager. What supersedes all of her great career moves is her role as wife and mother living in Atlanta. Challenging herself to discover and bravely pursue the calling for her life, Arocha-Rowe helps other women discover and pursue their life’s assignment. She is a passionate, and loud-laughing speaker on the topic of purposefully redeemed, and mentors young women so they can exercise a mind that is doctrinally pure, along with a heart that beats toward sanctification. She will almost never turn down Marlow’s Tavern double-tavern cheeseburger, a cooking-demonstration from Leaning Ladder, or any opportunity to head to Miami to spend time with family.