A: An expertly completed renovation can add considerable value to your home. Yet with restrictions such as time and money, deciding where to start is a common issue for homeowners.

In terms of resale value – as well as everyday use – the kitchen and bathroom are generally considered the most important rooms. In fact, a recent Housing Industry Association (HIA) Kitchens and Bathrooms Report said the majority of consumers sought practicality and elegance from kitchen and bathroom renovations. 

However, the kitchen is generally regard­ed the home’s focal point and is therefore usually the best place to start. But be warned, a major kitchen refurbishment could be costly and complex, given it generally involves plumbing, cabinetry, design and electrical components. If cash is tight, then a coat of paint, some new lighting or bench tops can kick-start a relatively inexpensive kitchen overhaul. 

Bathroom renovations can range from respraying the enamel on the tiles, to a re-tile (expect to pay a few thousand dollars), to eliminating mould, adding a new shower screen or switching the elderly bathtub for a sprightly spa. 

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