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Smart Home Upgrades That Will Pay Off Later (BPT) - Whether you want to make the
most of your home now, or you’re thinking
of selling soon, smart upgrades can boost
your enjoyment of your home and increase
its resale value. Some upgrades improve the
aesthetics of your house, while others help save
on energy costs or improve the functionality
of the home. Still others can
add a touch of luxury.
Why not consider smart
upgrades for right now,
instead of waiting until
you’re ready to sell? You
can certainly appreciate
the upgrades now, while
confident that they will pay
off later. Here are some ideas.
Timeless hardwood floors
Designers and real estate
agents agree that installing
or refinishing a hardwood
floor can boost not only
the look of a room, but
will make the room easier
to design around - and to
sell. Most homebuyers look
at replacing aging carpeting
in a new home, to refresh
and put their own stamp
on rooms. Hardwood floors
have long been coveted by
real estate agents and luxury
homeowners alike, as they
provide a blank canvas to
work with, allowing new
homebuyers to choose area
rugs and accents to create their own design
aesthetic.
Energy-efficient windows
This is one of the smartest upgrades you
can make, as it improves the aesthetic from
the outside (that all-important “curb appeal”),
enhances your enjoyment of rooms from the
inside and reduces energy costs. Advances in
technology behind high-performance window
glass have made a huge difference in terms of
the amount of insulation and energy-efficiency
they provide. Low-emissivity coatings on glass
help control heat transfer through windows
that have insulated glazing. In addition, the
latest window frames - from metal or fiberglass
to vinyl - offer superior insulation and longlasting
performance over standard wooden
frames. Installing the best new windows
for any room, or the entire house, offers an
outstanding return on investment.
New doors
Like windows, doors also present a face
to potential buyers from the curb, and can
help decrease energy costs. The front door
is an obvious place to start. You’ll want to
consider your local climate and its needs,
such as good weather-stripping to keep out
the cold or sturdy screen doors to keep out
bugs. Garage doors are also a great choice
for updating, especially if they are large and
highly visible. An upscale garage door is built
from highly durable materials and looks as
good as it functions. For any door facing
the curb, including the garage door, choose
a color and style that matches the overall
look of your home, and that will last many
years, through a variety of weather conditions.
Cleansing seats
Haven’t you always wanted a toilet with a
heated seat, plus warm-water cleansing and
warm-air drying, operated by remote control?
How about an automatic LED light to help
you see in the dark? You can elevate your
daily routine with a Kohler Cleansing Seat,
designed to fit most toilets. The seats are
ergonomically designed, and will
complement a range of decors. The
Cleansing Seat also offers carbon
filters to help keep the space fresh,
and the wand that sprays water is
self-cleaning. The flush and lid
are both motion-activated. This
toilet upgrade with customizable
amenities will make you feel like
you’re at a spa or luxury hotel.
Then you may wonder how you
ever lived without it.
Beautiful outdoor living space
Everyone today is looking for
ways to spend time outdoors
comfortably - whether this means a
deck, patio or gazebo. If you have
a functional area outdoors, consider
improvements - is the space big
enough? Could you add privacy
fencing or shade? Do you want a
better cooking area or fire pit for
entertaining? If you don’t currently
have a usable outdoor space, look
at your property as a whole and
consider what makes sense for
the space and your lifestyle. You
could consult a professional to
help you design a more beautiful
and comfortable outdoor space.
Making smart choices about home upgrades
means planning for the long-term life of the
house, and improving the enjoyment and
functionality of your home right now. With
so many possibilities, consider what upgrades
would add the most benefit for your everyday
routine. *
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