The long hours of house hunting have paid off, and you may have found the perfect house but some aspects of it do not really meet your fancy. When price, location and general structure tick all the boxes, some minor problems need not be a deal breaker and can be waved away to with these easy fixes.
Repaint or replace existing cabinetry
If the interior of the kitchen cabinet is still strong and sound, you may consider repainting or re-facing (giving it a new front) which may be a cheaper alternative to refresh a dated kitchen than installing a completely new one.
New Appliances
When you find a house whose layout you are happy with, you can always tweak the details. Getting a fresh set of appliances may be a way to give any room a face lift.
Sparkling New Tiling
Stained and worn out floors are real bummers and can be hard to see past when viewing a potential home. Out with the old, in with the new – Especially is the color scheme chosen is fresh and fun.
Color me pretty
You would be surprised by the effect color can have on us. A fresh coat of paint will do wonders for your house and really brighten and open up a space. This is almost always the cheapest alternative to refresh the look of your house.
Repurpose a room
Just because the previous owners were using the room the children’s playroom, you do not have to use it as it is portrayed. As you walk through the rooms, try to imagine the rooms with your own furniture and try to picture it as your own.
Moving into a new house can be a task, but a few easy fixes go a long way to turning a dream house into reality.