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Everyone wants to make the most of the space at home as it helps their property feel bigger and more breathable. No matter how many people live there, you never feel like you are getting in each other’s way, even if some people need to share a room. You might even have a room that doesn’t have a purpose yet, and if you want to boost your property’s worth and functionality, it’s time to transform a disused room into something special. But where to begin?
Clean It
Cleaning a disused room often feels like a mammoth task, especially if you’ve only used this room to store things that don’t have a home anywhere else throughout the years. But, you can’t do anything else until you clear the floor and remove old furniture and boxes.
You might find that the cleanup job is more involved than expected, and there could also be health issues present once you have removed everything. If the room is not well ventilated, there’s a chance that you’ll need a mold removal service. Likewise, any infestations will require an exterminator.
These issues are the bare minimum you must consider when transforming a disused room and they will make it easier to transform it into somewhere you can use.
Make It Comfortable
Comfort is another vital element, regardless of what the room is going to be used for (if you even know what yet). In the meantime, some general maintenance and repairs should be sufficient, while painting the walls to make it more welcoming can also help.
If you’re still unsure what the room will become, you can save money while decorating and choose a neutral color that suits any purpose, whether it becomes a home gym, office, or something else.
When you have finished decorating, it’s time to think about places to sit or sleep. Right now, though, there’s no need for anything too fancy, so a futon and spare chair should suffice for the time being.
Figure Out Its Purpose
Some people turn a bedroom into an office once the kids move out. Others prefer to create a workshop for their hobbies or develop a home gym. These ideas are just the tip of the iceberg, and as it’s your home, you can decide to do whatever you like with the disused room.
But, it’s important to be confident about your choice. If you need to repair things inside the room or install appliances and amenities to make it livable, you should make sure you know what it will be and know it will be used for a long time.
The last thing you want to do is prepare for a home gym only to have it end up as a guest room or something else, so think carefully about the present and future.
Transformed
Whether you create a home office or guest room or even somewhere for you to work on your projects, transforming a disused room is one of the best things you can do in your house. But, before you fill it with all the essentials, you must make it safe and comfortable to ensure it serves its purpose and helps improve the atmosphere and even the value of your property.