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Use this 6-Step Home Remodeling "Quick Guide" to review the bedroom makeover process. It assembles information you need and outlines it a step-by-step view.
Before you start any bedroom makeover or remodeling project, run some financial numbers to determine whether your project is a smart investment.
The numbers include the estimated costs, home value assessment, financing costs, and other related calculations.
Review cost-related issues to bedroom makeover (remodeling) vs. buying a new home.
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link to notes: analyze the numbers |
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estimate the cost of your project |
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get your home value |
Your 2nd step in bedroom makeover is deciding what you would like to do and collecting ideas.
This includes reviewing -
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Step 3 is sketching your ideas on paper (or digitally) and developing the spec plan.
The spec plan determines what type of materials and design considerations that will be needed. It will also contain the product specifications for each remodeling element such as bedroom furnishings, closets, flooring, lighting, other.
You will use the spec plan and architectural design to bid the project out to a contractor.
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Step 4 is finding and negotiating the contract with a bedroom remodeling contractor.
Give your remodeling ideas and specs to a contractor for review and bid analysis.
Use the local network (aligned with HomeAdvisor) to find the right contractor for your project.
Review guides for contractor selection and negotiation.
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Step 5 is arranging financing once you select the contractor and finalize the contract for your project.
Using the equity value in your home is one of the best financing option for bedroom makeover. Start with a home equity line of credit or a bank equity program.
Other options may include cash-out refinancing, personal savings, and/or financing from home improvement contractors.
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Step 6 is where the project begins.
It starts with setting up the work area, removing everything that needs to be replaced, installing flooring and electrical if needed, putting in the final touches, etc.
It also means working with the contractor, managing the project, and getting the remodeling project inspected before releasing any funds.
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working with the contractor |
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managing the home remodeling project |
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about a home project inspections |
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find home inspector |
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The 2nd step in bedroom makeover is deciding what you would like to do. This includes reviewing bedroom ideas, architectural styles, home pics and more.
Our collection of photo remodeling ideas for the bedroom.
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master bedroom |
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closet systems |
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guest bedroom |
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child/teen bedroom |
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nursery room |
An excellent resource for remodeling trends is to view house plans from leading architects.
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house plans |
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more house plans |
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architectural styles |
View our selected gallery for bedrooms.
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gallery: master bedroom |
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gallery: bedroom design ideas |
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gallery: bedroom furniture |
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gallery: child/teen bedroom |
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gallery: child/teen bedroom furniture |
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gallery: nursery room |
You can get remodeling ideas by shopping every area of your bedroom. Compare products among multiple merchants.
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shop MASTER BEDROOM |
shop CHILD / TEEN BEDROOM |
shop NURSERY ROOM |
shop BED LINENS |
shop BEDROOM FURNITURE |
shop MATTRESSES |
links to amazon's bestsellers in home improvement
bestsellers: master bed sets |
bestsellers: toddler/teen beds |
bestsellers: other beds |
bestsellers: nursery room |
bestsellers: bed linens |
bestsellers: bedroom furniture |
bestsellers: mattresses |
bestsellers: bed safety rails |
Finally, view this indexed directory to product information from manufacturers and retail operations.
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search: master bedroom |
search: child/teen bedroom |
Your bedroom makeover (remodeling) plan will require specs for design, electrical, flooring, doors and window structure and more ...
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about developing your remodeling plan |
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some design considerations |
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search architect - draftsperson |
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about spec planning |
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FREE: Spec Planning Sheet |
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FREE: Spec Budgeting Worksheet |
youtube: doing bathroom remodeling |
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youtube: selecting bathroom faucets |
youtube: 70 teen boy bedroom ideas |
youtube: 100 cool ideas teen girls bedroom |
youtube: kid room designs |
youtube: 30 cute baby nursery room ideas |
Need help in fixing up your bedroom? Use our pre-screened bedroom and interior design contractor search.
Decorators and Designers |
Additions & Remodels |
Architect | Home Interior |
Electrical Wiring | Home Media |
Flooring | Painting & Staining |
Furniture | Plumbing |
View sample product pics of areas where bedroom remodeling or makeover may be needed. We are speaking of bedroom redesign, organization, furniture, styles and more ...
Resource and manufacturer listing of home improvement products for each section of your bedroom and child/teen room.
What about financing? That is always the big question: how to pay for bedroom renovation without breaking the budget ...
step1: What Type of Financing |
step2: Running the Numbers |
step3: Getting Qualified |
step4: Becoming a Bank |
step5: Start Your Application for Financing |
FREE: Download Lender Shopping Sheet |
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about financing home remodeling |
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getting yourself qualified |
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check your credit |
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view the BANK EQUITY program |
FREE tools to help with home improvement decision and planning and arranging home improvement financing ...
Home Remodeling Tools |
Home Financing Tools |
Estimate Home Remodeling Costs |
Get Your Home Value |
Budget for Home Improvement |
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There is not much remodeling for a bedroom. It is a matter of design with the purchase of new furniture pieces and decor. But you might consider adding more space ... and connecting the bedroom with the latest technology.
So start with this step-by-step guide after you review the bedroom ideas and topics above. This step plan will help plan and manage the project to ensure a successful, confortable bedroom that you will be proud to own.