How can you ensure that your home remodel doesn’t end in disaster, divorce, or disappointment? Follow these very important guidelines:
Do your homework. Research what it will take to get what you want.
Write up a wish list.
Lay out a design to determine your needs.
Determine fixtures and finishes. Put together an idea file to give to your contractor.
Ask questions at homes stores and online. Obtain as much information as possible.
Relax. In the initial stages, there is room for change. This is the time.
Set a realistic timeline. Give yourself enough time to make good decisions.
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