20 Must Know Renovation Tips For Your New BTO Flat!

For first-time homeowners, it is easy to overlook details that will make your life so much easier when renovating your house. Here are 20 tips that you should look out for when you are renovating your house so that you will have an comfortable time at home in the future.

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Entryway

#1 Install a sensor light at the entryway of your house so that you don't have to fumble for the light switch when you come home at night.

#2 Remember to place a bench where you can sit and put on your shoes.

#3 Allocate ample storage space for your shoes and a full length mirror to have that final check before you leave.

Kitchen

#4 Use a cool, bright light so you don't die of heat in the kitchen while cooking.

#5 Opt for a bigger kitchen sink so it is easier to wash bigger pots and pans.

#6 Install more power points in the kitchen for your kitchen appliances.

#7 Think twice before opting for an open-concept kitchens as it can make your house grimy and oily whenever you cook.

Living Room

#8 Install power points near your sofa so you can use your phone while it charges.

#9 Use a light coloured floor so that it is not obvious when dust collects.

#10 If you can, make do without rugs or carpets as they collect dust easily and is incredibly difficult to wash.

Lighting

#11 Don't buy lamps with lampshades that face up as it collects dust and insects.

#12 If your house has a low ceiling, do away with hanging lamps as it makes the space look small and cramp.

Toilets

#13 Make sure that your toilet bowl and sinks are pressed to the wall with no gaps to make cleaning easier for yourself.

#14 Buy towel racks with two layers. Trust me, you'll need the extra layer.

#15 Bathtubs take up space and is a hassle to clean.

#16 Prevent using wood doors as it will start to decay overtime from the humidity.

Bedrooms

#17 Make sure that your aircon is not directly blowing towards your bed as it will make you fall sick more easily.

#18 Opt for blackout curtains for a good night's sleep.

#19 Install some power points next to your bed.

#20 Install sound-insulating foams near your windows to block out the noise!

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Text by: GirlStyle SG