If you are planning to renovate your master bedroom, you have come to the right place, as we offer a few tips on planning and project implementation. Summer is the best time of the year for home improvements and if you are contemplating a ceiling-to-floor revamp, planning is required.
- Room diagram – Start with a large A3 sheet of paper and draw a to-scale replica with furniture and other items; if you are IT savvy, you can find a computer program to build a 3D image.
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- Local decorator – If you don’t fancy going down the DIY route, search online for a local contractor and ask him for a quote. The project should include painting, decorating and any remedial work, leaving the room ready for placing furniture. You will probably want to replace the lighting fittings, which the contractor is more than capable of handling.
- Acquiring bedroom furniture – The best deals are online; whether a four-poster or quilt covers, Google can help you locate a leading Australian supplier. If your budget stretches that far, why not invite a local joiner to build a set of wardrobes that make good use of the recesses?
- Protect the floor – If you are planning to recarpet, leave the old carpet until everything has been done, otherwise cover the floor with old bedsheets as protection. Indeed, if you are decorating with furniture in the room, cover it with old sheets.
- How to videos – Let’s say you have never fitted skirting board; there are lots of ‘how’ to videos on YouTube that cover every aspect of home improvements. Indeed, you can build a house from foundation to roof with zero practical experience, thanks to YouTube’s huge library.
- Removing old wallpaper – Brushing hot water is one way of removing difficult wallpaper; some brands peel off easily, while others can be a nightmare. Applying steam from a steam iron is another way to shift sticky wallpaper, although you need to be very careful.
- Take before and after images – It’s a bit of fun to select 3 locations and take a before and after photo from each. It shows you a dramatic change and the pix will bring back memories; include them in the family album.
- Keep the workplace clean – This is essential; return tools to the box when finished and never leave open tins of paint on the floor. Wipe away excess paint or filler, as this saves sanding down.
- Cost the project – If you are doing the work, you need to cost every item; this is relatively easy using Google. A couple of hours and you should have a total. Shopping online saves you money and, in most cases, delivery is free.
Of course, you want your bedroom to have a warm and inviting ambience, choose soft pastel shades that are easy on the eye and furnish according to your taste.
