Redecorate or Renovate?

Redecorate or Renovate

You may wonder if it’s that time of the year to redecorate your home interior and re-arrange the furniture as you see fit or maybe, renovate your house entirely. You’re in for a treat then.

First, you would have to ask yourself what kind of change you want. Is it as minimal as changing the door handles? Or are you willing to go as far as knocking down those four walls and updating everything?

Then, you would have to consider the budget that you have. Is it an extra amount you have no idea where to put into? Is it a bonus you have acquired from your hard work, and are you willing to let it all fly? Or is it allotted for a significant change?

Lastly, how much time do you have? Do you have an extra busy day or week and very little time for some minor tweaking? Do you have time in your hands that you are so willing to spend a significant amount for something major?

And, of course, are you ready to get your hands dirty? Because it surely will be.

When is the best time to renovate?

Most homeowners tend to be adventurous and want to explore all sides of their house – even those that haven’t been touched by light. There are several factors why they would wish to some update. It could be seasonal, like putting up some ornaments or reducing too much for a minimalistic approach. It could also be the seasons that affect most parts of your house.

Believe it or not, a house has its lifespan too. Years go by, and the sturdy wall you used to lean over may not be as rigid as it used to be. However, it may be something minor that a simple repair job can result in something outstanding.

A few things that you would want to consider is how old your house is. How long ago is it that your home had undergone a significant change? Experts say you should update your house at least every five to ten years. This is usually an essential decision as it eats up most of your valuable resources like your time, energy, and money.

If you are decided on a significant change, you would have also made up your mind if you want your house to look extravagant with flashing colours at every corner or a trendy modernized minimalistic design that suits your taste.

A few things to consider with this major makeover is the layout of every part of your house. Take note that every detail may be interconnected. You may have to update your floorings to match the new walls. You may have to re-position those stairs to a better fit to accommodate extra decoration.

When is the best time to redecorate?

As previously mentioned, the season we are in factors in updating your house. Since most of us have been stuck in our homes, we get to notice the most mundane things and would want a change of scenery because we grew tired of seeing the same things every day.

Sometimes, a few tweaking does the trick. You may start small with as little as updating your door handles. Believe it or not, there is a variety to choose from, whether you’re a stylish person who expresses yourself by flashing colours or a basic one who gets contented with neutral colours and design.

It’s less expensive, and the only thing you would have to decide is whether you would want to get a door handle or a doorknob.

You may also want to re-design a small corner of your house to have something new and won’t get used to the same scenery that you grew tired of. The practicality in it is that you can take it out whenever you feel like it.

While there are a lot of factors that may affect the sudden spark of updating your sweet home, it all boils down to how decisive you are to proceed and your resources. If you have the time and sufficient budget, go ahead. The world is your oyster.