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Millions of homeowners conclude: These 20 renovation mistakes are the easiest to make, and you will regret it when you move in! Share them and don’t make the same mistake again!

1. The finished shoe cabinet you bought is too small to be used.

At first, due to the limited space at the entrance, I gave up the idea of ​​customizing a shoe cabinet and instead purchased a small ready-made floor cabinet. After moving in, I realized that its capacity was limited. It was full with just a few pairs of shoes, and it was difficult to meet the storage needs of the whole family, especially for a large family. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that if conditions permit, give priority to customizing a large shoe cabinet that reaches the ceiling. Its storage capacity is far better than this ready-made small cabinet, which is a more practical and considerate choice.

2. The bottom of the shoe cabinet should be suspended

When choosing a shoe cabinet, it is advisable to choose a model with a hollow bottom, so that you can easily change shoes when entering and exiting. You can kick the shoes you wear frequently directly under it, which is neat and convenient. If the shoe cabinet is close to the ground, you have to open and close the cabinet door frequently every time you change shoes, which is quite cumbersome. Over time, laziness will breed, and the door may be piled up in a mess, affecting the appearance and cleanliness.

3. TV cabinets with too many hollows are prone to dust accumulation

I initially thought that this TV cabinet was simple and elegant, and would last for a long time, but it turned out to be a pity. Its hollow design was complicated, and dust easily accumulated. It needed to be dusted after a few days, and the things placed on it looked even more messy. After reflection, a fully enclosed TV cabinet might be a wiser choice, which is easier to clean and more neat and orderly.

4. There are no sliding doors between the balcony and the living room

Initially, in order to create a spacious and elegant atmosphere in the living room, a balcony was specially built to connect to the living room in an open manner without a sliding door partition. After moving in, I felt that this was not a good idea. The living room was easily covered with dust when drying clothes for ventilation, and the sound insulation and heat preservation effects were poor, which was not a long-term solution.

5. There is no customized balcony cabinet on the balcony

There is no combination cabinet in the balcony, while other people's balconies are well organized with washing machines, washing machines, and storage of cleaning supplies. In contrast, my own balcony is full of scattered mops and sundries, which is a pity and loses both beauty and practicality.

6. Don’t choose a light-colored sofa

People who buy light-colored sofas often do so because they are eye-catching in the store. However, light colors are not resistant to stains and will become dirty after just a few days. If you have active children at home, it will be even more troublesome. Graffiti marks will appear frequently on the sofa, which is a headache.

7. No sideboard installed

If there is extra space next to the dining table, it is wise to customize a sideboard. It is not only convenient for boiling water, placing tea sets, storing wine glasses and fine wine, but also for properly placing side dishes between meals. It has a strong storage capacity. My family did not add this cabinet in the past, and now it is quite inconvenient and regretful.

8. The problem of cooking fumes in open kitchens

Although open kitchens have better lighting and more flexible cabinet design, the problem of oil smoke is still a difficult one. Even if they are equipped with integrated stoves and enhanced smoke extraction efficiency, it is still difficult to completely eliminate the trouble for families who love spicy food, and the oil smoke problem is still difficult to cure.

9. Dirt easily enters the joints of floor tiles

The splicing design of the floor and hexagonal tiles looks high-end and classy at first. However, the finishing is very sophisticated, requiring high craftsmanship, and the cost is also rising. After moving in, I found it inconvenient. The finishing is easy to hide dirt and grime, and it is difficult to clean and maintain.

10. When renovating your kitchen, don’t forget to raise the sink by 5 cm

When customizing the cabinet, be sure to carefully consider the size according to the height of the cook, and ensure that the sink countertop is slightly higher than the stove by about 5 cm. This design is intended to reduce the burden of cooking: when cooking, the arms hang naturally without excessive lifting; when washing dishes, the waist is reduced to avoid fatigue accumulation, making the cooking and cleaning process easier and more comfortable.

11. Don’t install the bedside lamp incorrectly

I installed a spotlight at the head of the bed rashly, but it was too late to regret it. To solve this problem, I bought a small table lamp for the bedside table, but I felt that the space was cramped. After reflection, if I had made a wise choice, I would have installed a small warm wall lamp directly at the head of the bed, which would have protected my eyes and saved space, which would have been a better choice.

12. The custom cabinets are not built to the ceiling

The wardrobe design did not reach the ceiling, and the details were neglected without being noticed, which made it inconvenient after moving in. The top space is prone to dust accumulation, which is difficult to clean, and the items are placed in a messy manner. It is a pity that a valuable storage area is missed, which is really a pity.

13. Tatami

The flip-up tatami storage design is not a convenient choice. You need to lift up the entire bed board to store and retrieve items, which is quite cumbersome. On the other hand, the side drawer design can easily store and retrieve items, which is more practical and convenient.

14. The cloakroom has no doors

If conditions permit, it is a wise move to add a cloakroom to your home. Clothes and bedding can be stored in an orderly manner, which is very convenient. Unfortunately, my home originally adopted an open design, which is easy to accumulate dust. Therefore, it is recommended to install at least one set of sliding doors at the door opening to keep the space clean.

15. The bathroom is not equipped with a water barrier

Although there is a shower curtain, the space still cannot escape the problem of wetness after bathing. I regret not installing a water barrier to prevent the water from spreading.

16. Don’t install an above-the-counter basin in the bathroom

For washbasins in the bathroom, the under-counter basin design is better. Although the above-counter basin is beautiful, it is easy to splash water and difficult to clean, and the water stains around it are difficult to remove. Over time, sanitary dead corners quietly breed. The under-counter basin effectively avoids this problem and is more convenient to clean.

17. Buying a toilet without measuring the hole distance

When purchasing a toilet, be sure to measure the pit distance accurately to avoid installation difficulties due to inconsistent dimensions, or the toilet not being flush against the wall after installation, leaving a gap that creates a health hazard and inconvenience in cleaning.

18. Bathroom wall mosaics are too difficult to clean

Be careful when choosing mosaic tiles for the bathroom. Laying mosaic tiles is complicated and expensive, more than three times the cost of ordinary tiles. There are many gaps, which are easy to hide dirt and dirt. After a long time, they will turn black and yellow, and it is difficult to keep them clean. In comparison, large-sized and dirt-resistant tiles are more ideal.

19. Cheap hardware

Common mistakes when decorating: large luxury items lead to tight budgets, so hardware accessories and other details are reduced. This is short-sighted and loses the big picture. Although hardware accessories are small, they are related to durability and convenience. It is not wise to save on them. Take sanitary ware as an example. Poor quality ones are easy to accumulate dirt and have a short lifespan. Frequent replacement not only costs money but also increases labor costs. In the long run, it is not worth the loss.

20. Insufficient number of circuit plugs and unreasonable location

Pay attention to the layout of sockets in the following scenarios: reserve sockets next to fixed appliances, and there must be sufficient plugs for kitchen appliances; prepare sockets on both sides of the bed for charging desk lamps and mobile phones; set up sockets next to the washbasin for worry-free use of hair dryers; reserve floor sockets under the dining table for more convenient hot pot or tea gatherings; and prepare sockets next to the toilet to plan ahead for future needs.

Please remember these 20 biggest mistakes. I hope you won’t follow the footsteps of your predecessors and don’t make the same mistakes again!

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