Remodeling a home is a great time to think about all the new things you can purchase and make your place prettier, but also more functional than before. Since it can be costly to remodel a complete home, you might want to approach it partially and do one room at a time.

Statistics say that around 80% of homes in the US are at least 20 years old, so chances are you’ll have to do a remodeling of your home to maintain proper functions and update the style.

When it comes to interiors, you should consider both the functionality and aesthetic of the room you’ll be working on. As the kitchen and the bathroom are the two most important rooms in the house, you could start there.

The Functionality of the Kitchen

The primary function of the kitchen is to enable you to cook food. But to do so efficiently, you’ll need to put in some thoughts before starting a kitchen remodeling project. Think about where you’ll want your stove, fridge, workplace, and waste bin to be. Setting up a properly functioning kitchen will minimize the time and effort it takes to cook, but also prevent accidents. This is how you can improve the functionality of your kitchen:

  • - Add a lot of space and storage units
  • - Design the corners with pull-out shelves on tracks
  • - Set up a waste bin in a pull-out drawer
  • - Set up good lighting
  • - Create a workspace
  • - Use the walls for extra space

Aesthetic of the Kitchen

Combining the functionality with the aesthetic of the kitchen will result in a perfect spot to not only prepare food but also spend quality time with your loved ones. What you eat is important, and where you eat can make your meals even more enjoyable, providing you an uplifting experience. If the space around you is pretty, you will enjoy the food even more. Here’s what you can include in the kitchen design to elevate the space:Design the kitchen island with seating space

  • - Design the kitchen island with seating place
  • - Plan the layout of the elements
  • - Consider countertop details
  • - Find the perfect sink style
  • - Think minimalism – clean lines and simple colors
  • - Make a focal point

Steps of Kitchen Remodeling

Once you have planned out the functionality and the design of your kitchen, it’s time for action. The first thing you’ll need to do is remove the cabinet doors so that you could remove the cabinets. Check for the plumbing and valves, and replace what’s old. Next, you’ll want to replace the wiring and install lighting.

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Hang the drywall, tape the seams, and mud it. Once the mud is dry, sand and mud again. Let it dry and sand one more time. Apply the finishing coat and paint the walls and the ceiling. Install flooring, cabinets, countertops, and hardware. Add the details that will fit the design of your new kitchen. Don’t forget to treat yourself with a nice homemade meal after your kitchen remodeling project is complete!

The Functionality of the Bathroom

The bathroom is, next to the kitchen, another essential room in the home. It’s also often the smallest one. That’s why it can be tricky to create a fully functional bathroom, mainly because it’s a multi-purpose space. Here’s what every bathroom needs to have so that it’s fully functional:

  • - A place for cleaning supplies
  • - Enough storage
  • - Good lighting
  • - Good ventilation
  • - Underfloor heating
  • - Good water pressure
  • - High-quality faucets

Aesthetic of the Bathroom

Just like for the kitchen, designing a beautiful bathroom will help you feel even better when you spend time inside. Depending on the size of it, sometimes you won’t have much space to work with, but it’s totally possible to design a bathroom in a way that allows you to jump-start your day energized and end it peacefully. This is what every carefully designed bathroom has:

  • - A mirror that fits the design
  • - Beautiful towels
  • - Accents – gold or metallic
  • - Wall-mounted toilets
  • - Diagonal tiles
  • - Plants
  • - Fancy containers

Steps of Bathroom Remodeling

Before approaching the actual bathroom remodeling work, you’ll have to be certain you got the functionality and aesthetic part down. Then, you’re going to prepare the necessary tools, which are:

  • - Safety mask and goggles
  • - Gloves
  • - A caulking gun and silicone sealant
  • - Hammer
  • - Tape measure*
  • - Spackle knife
  • - Stud finder
  • - Power drill
  • - Contour gauge*
  • - Pry bar
  • - Bucket
  • - Chisel
  • - Adjustable wrench
  • - Flathead screwdriver
  • - Hacksaw
  • - Utility knife
  • - Chalk line
  • - Extension cord


Be aware of the spills that can happen, and make sure to drain the toilet first. Remove all the fixtures in your bathroom. Then remove the bathtub and tub tiles to reveal the plumbing system. Make sure it will fit your remodeled bathroom and make any necessary adjustments. Remove the tiles, cabinets, mirrors, and vanities.

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Once you’ve stripped your bathroom walls naked and made sure things are in order, you can install new fixtures and features. After that, lay down new floor tiles, hang new drywall, carefully cutting it to fit the fixtures of your modern bathroom. Install new vanity and cabinets and connect the plumbing. You’re all done!

Summary

Kitchen and bathroom remodeling is costly work, but it will save you a lot of money down the road when approached correctly. With the kitchen and bathroom being the most important aspects of your home, it’s normal that you’ll want to start your remodeling there. With proper tools and excellent planning, you’ll finish your renovation fast, and you’ll enjoy a breath of freshness in your home. After all, you can always look for help from your friends and family and make the renovations fun.