Are you ready to make a significant change to your home? The idea of a renovation project can be a daunting task, but it can give you the home of your dreams. Once you decide that a renovation project is worth exploring, you will want to start with a budget before anything else so you know what you can get for your budget.
Creating a budget for a renovation project starts with knowing what you can afford. Have you been saving? Do you plan to get a loan for the project? Once the overall budget is set, you will want to do some research on the general cost of your specific type of renovation. This will help you determine if your project is feasible and what type of materials can be used to complete it.
Remember, the cost of materials is just half of the budget. You will also have to consider the cost of labor. If you are not sure what that costs, then you can start getting quotes from contractors to help you determine the cost.
If you are planning a renovation project in the near future, you can see more information about contractors, budgets and builders in your area. That way, you can walk into your next project with a clear plan to get it done on time and on budget.
Showing posts with label Home Improvements. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Home Improvements. Show all posts
Friday
Patio and Garden Projects
2012 is almost over. I believed everybody is looking forward for a better and prosperous New Year 2013. Everybody wants to live a happy, peaceful and abundant life with all the basic wants and needs provided in our day to day living. Right folks?
I am thankful that during the past months of 2012, we had accomplished a lot. Minor and major renovation in our home and garden were done and some are just started.
In the coming year 2013, we plan to finish other home and garden projects. Here are some in our list;
Garden Furniture- We have a garden set but it is made of plastic. We are planning to replace it with wooden garden furniture. I hope this will be materialized next year. When most of our major projects are done, for sure we can buy a better one.
Garden Lights and Lighting- Since we built our patio, I have no idea where did I put our solar lights for our garden. I guess they are not working anymore because they already obsolete. I am planning to buy new ones next year.
Garden House- We still have a little space left for a garden house. I only have plants and flowers in our garden but if we will build a garden house next year, I would surely plant organic vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber, eggplant, beans and others.
Fish Tank- I have a big one of this in my home country. If we are done with our bathroom and kitchen renovations early next year, I would love to buy a little fist tank with maybe around 30-40 litres size. I saw one in my friend's house last month and it reminds me of the one I have back home. Watching the fishes swimming and the accessories inside feel so relaxing.
I am thankful that during the past months of 2012, we had accomplished a lot. Minor and major renovation in our home and garden were done and some are just started.
In the coming year 2013, we plan to finish other home and garden projects. Here are some in our list;
Garden Furniture- We have a garden set but it is made of plastic. We are planning to replace it with wooden garden furniture. I hope this will be materialized next year. When most of our major projects are done, for sure we can buy a better one.
Garden Lights and Lighting- Since we built our patio, I have no idea where did I put our solar lights for our garden. I guess they are not working anymore because they already obsolete. I am planning to buy new ones next year.
Garden House- We still have a little space left for a garden house. I only have plants and flowers in our garden but if we will build a garden house next year, I would surely plant organic vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber, eggplant, beans and others.
Fish Tank- I have a big one of this in my home country. If we are done with our bathroom and kitchen renovations early next year, I would love to buy a little fist tank with maybe around 30-40 litres size. I saw one in my friend's house last month and it reminds me of the one I have back home. Watching the fishes swimming and the accessories inside feel so relaxing.
Tuesday
Planning for Home Improvements
This is a continuous project until all the areas of our house that need repairs will be done. We have an old stone house and from time to time we are repairing it when finances are available. Here are some areas that need improvements and repairs.
Kitchen
I don't really complain about our old kitchen but it needs to be repaired soon. I am just happy that I can still cook there. We need a new kitchen unit because the one standing there really needs a new replacement. Our target for this is next year.
Dining Room
This is another area that needs a total repair. Its wooden floor needs to be replaced with tiles. Since the water pipe inside the house exploded in December 2006, everything in the first floor was flooded. We already changed the floor in our hallway but the ones in the kitchen and dining room need new floors also. We decided to replace it it tile flooring.
After it will be repaired, I am planning to buy a new dining table and chairs and maybe a kitchen dresser or sideboard.
Bathroom
We have a shower and a toilet downstairs for visitors. On the second floor of the house, we also have a bathroom with toilet and bathtub but it needs full renovation. It simply means that we need a new tilt and turn window, bathroom set, new floor and the walls needs to be replaced with tiles.
our little home in the Philippines that still needs more improvements.
We are having some home improvements at the moment. Our garden terrace and garage are still under construction. Back home in the Philippines, we are also finishing the seawall and terrace that is facing the sea. All these projects require money and effort. That is also the reason why we are doing it from time to time when finances are available. Me and hubby are quite happy and contented of our little investment.
Kitchen
I don't really complain about our old kitchen but it needs to be repaired soon. I am just happy that I can still cook there. We need a new kitchen unit because the one standing there really needs a new replacement. Our target for this is next year.
Dining Room
This is another area that needs a total repair. Its wooden floor needs to be replaced with tiles. Since the water pipe inside the house exploded in December 2006, everything in the first floor was flooded. We already changed the floor in our hallway but the ones in the kitchen and dining room need new floors also. We decided to replace it it tile flooring.
After it will be repaired, I am planning to buy a new dining table and chairs and maybe a kitchen dresser or sideboard.
Bathroom
We have a shower and a toilet downstairs for visitors. On the second floor of the house, we also have a bathroom with toilet and bathtub but it needs full renovation. It simply means that we need a new tilt and turn window, bathroom set, new floor and the walls needs to be replaced with tiles.
our little home in the Philippines that still needs more improvements.We are having some home improvements at the moment. Our garden terrace and garage are still under construction. Back home in the Philippines, we are also finishing the seawall and terrace that is facing the sea. All these projects require money and effort. That is also the reason why we are doing it from time to time when finances are available. Me and hubby are quite happy and contented of our little investment.
I Miss Home!
Some friends and "kababayans" (fellowmen) whom I met last year in Frankfurt, Germany once asked me if I am still going home. I immediately answered, "Yes I am when I retire." I always believed in the saying, "there is no place like home." Wherever I go for a trip or vacation in other places and seeing how beautiful it is, I am still thinking of home. Even I found a new home in Europe, Philippines is still and will always be my home.
Thanks to the images that my brothers and sisters always sent me. I always see home even just in pictures.
the terrace in our house located near the beach in the Philippines. I hope this will be finished soon.
Thanks to the images that my brothers and sisters always sent me. I always see home even just in pictures.
the terrace in our house located near the beach in the Philippines. I hope this will be finished soon.
Sunday
I Wish to Have This Pavillion
Did you see the yellow flowers here and the orchids too? I believed this is also a beautiful scenery especially when installed in our garden..right guys? I will be wordless if it will come true. For now, happy TF day and wish everyone a wonderful start of the month of March.
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