Interior improvement work

Whether you want to do “small” improvement work on the interior of your home to increase the value of your property, improve your comfort, personalize your space, simply feel better there, resolve practical problems or even prepare your house for sale, here are different areas on which you can act:

Paintings

There are all types of paints, different ways of applying them, for different uses and needs. The key is to determine what suits you, if you are going to live it well on a daily basis, at what intensity and in what place.

Here are the questions you absolutely must ask yourself when making your choice of paint:

• Determine the purpose of placing the paint in the given location:

Is it about giving a new look to your house or the room in question? To hide imperfections or protect walls from damage?

Also think about the impact of colors on your mood. Some colors have been proven to be more stimulating or restful than others. This could possibly support your indoor activities.

• Choose the type of paint that best suits your needs:

There are different types of paints, each with different characteristics and uses. For example, you have the choice between: Oil, acrylic, lime, water, turpentine, epoxy or even chalk paint.

• Delimit the surface to be painted:

Is it a wooden, plaster, concrete or metal wall? Some paints are better suited to certain surfaces than others. You will therefore have to choose the one that interests you, paying careful attention to its technical characteristics.

• Refine the style of your home:

Certain colors and certain finishes are better suited to certain styles of home, not to mention your tastes which come first.

It’s up to you to determine the consistency you want!

A tip to take into account on this subject: project yourself in time and see if your choices are just a fashion effect or something that crosses fashions. Knowing that you can play on other more ephemeral decorative elements to add a touch of current fashion. This may help you, depending on the budget you have and plan to spend in the future on this subject.

• Take into account the colors of your furniture and decoration:

If you want a little harmony in your home, be sure to choose colors that harmonize with the other elements of your interior decoration, you will not regret it.

• Determine your budget:

Some paintings are more expensive than others, so it is important to take into account your finances and also take stock of your objectives and the projection you are making over 5-10 years in relation to your house. Sometimes, taking neutral colors at the start is the best choice to personalize it further later. Neutral colors are the least expensive in general, and the least likely to fade in short-lived fashions. Nothing prevents you from adding a touch of originality to certain places if your budget allows it!

When you think about paint, think in particular about its composition so that it is not harmful in the short and long term for your health, that of your loved ones or those you receive in the more or less long term.

Furnishing

Furnishing is a central point in creating a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere in a home. It allows you to personalize each room according to your tastes and needs and make it truly your own. For example, we can give it a cocoon or very tech look, depending on preferences.

For your furnishings, here is the advice that can be given to move forward in this area:

• Define the decoration style for each of your rooms:

What style will you choose? Modern, traditional, contemporary, exotic, technological, geek, other?

Going into this reflection will allow you to make the most informed choices about the furniture and accessories to choose, to truly be in the world you want. It's time to create a universe in your image!

• Consider the space available in each room:

You will need to choose furniture that suits the size of the room so as not to overcrowd it and make it as practical as possible. This will not only allow you to travel at ease, but also save you time for all non-recreational and necessary tasks.

You will therefore need to consider taking into account your storage needs in order to choose furniture that meets these needs.

• Think about colors and materials:

Colors have a big impact on the mood of a room and on morale. It is therefore important to choose colors that suit your tastes, the impact you want them to have on you in a given place and also, to give a special ambiance to the space where you will position your furniture.

On this occasion, you can also think about opting for quality and durable materials in order to give a little boost to your health and the environment. In fact, some furniture contains non-recommended glues and additives.

• Take your budget into account when purchasing your furniture and accessories:

It is possible to find quality furniture at affordable prices, new or second hand, by prospecting wisely.

You can find a lot of things in recycling centers for example, garage sales and other flea markets, but also on dedicated websites.

If you opt for quality, you can also stagger your acquisitions by equipping yourself initially with the most urgent, then gradually completing your furnishings with the remainder.

It is also possible to rent furniture while waiting to have the necessary budget.

• Think about the comfort and functionality of the furniture:

The comfort, functionality and practicality of using your furniture are valuable support after your hard days at work, but also a valuable ally when you have a busy family life.

Functional, ergonomic and well-organized furnishings can increase your productivity.

This will also help you improve your mood, reduce your stress and thus provide you with a pleasant place to live, promoting harmony throughout family life.

Comfort, in addition to the functional side, can also be visual. By favoring aesthetic furnishing, combined with beauty and elegance, you will quickly have the most beautiful effect on your morale.

You will be able to furnish your home in an aesthetic and practical way, creating a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere in each room of your home.

Kitchen equipment

There are places where the kitchen really invites you to stay there, to cook, to discuss, to express yourself as a place of creation and life at the same time. This is why this special space must be particularly well thought out, with equipment that is both optimized and pleasant.

Here are some essential pieces of equipment to put in your kitchen:

• Household appliances : think of refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers and hobs, etc.
• Kitchen furniture to check out your list: cabinets, sinks, counters, kitchen tables etc.
• Essential kitchen accessories : knives, pans and pots (Choose ones that are easy to clean and maintain)
• Think about lighting in your kitchen for maximum comfort:

Lighting must be functional, proportionate and create a pleasant atmosphere in your kitchen. Optimize with fixtures that are easy to turn on and off.

• Also think about ventilating your kitchen:

Ventilation is a key element in preventing odors and water vapor in your kitchen. The best is to install ventilation which will easily extract the stale air. Having an extra window in this space can be an added advantage.

At lacentrale-eco, we offer systems of quality and very efficient ventilation. If you would like a quote, you can ask us by clicking here . We also offer a wide selection of advice articles to talk about it. You will find out more here .

Partitions/glass roofs/sunshades

Partitions, glass roofs and sunshades are construction elements that can bring many advantages to a house.

Partitions:

In addition to creating living spaces, partitions also make it possible to acoustically isolate rooms from each other. Which is an advantage for very open spaces where activities must be partitioned for greater comfort.

The glass roofs:

They allow you to create a visual connection between the different rooms of a house, create views of the gardens, the land, the swimming pool if you have one, etc. Glass roofs bring natural light into rooms, which can be useful in homes with little sunlight.

Sunshades (BSO):

Sunshades are experiencing growing interest due to the many advantages they present. They allow you to:

• Protect windows from direct sunlight and therefore extend their lifespan
• Reduce air conditioning needs and therefore lower energy costs
• Improving the thermal comfort of a home by providing prolonged freshness
• Create light and shadow effects in rooms, appreciated for visual comfort
• Personalize your living spaces

In the periods of heatwaves that we are going through, sunshades are a saving investment, allowing you to better enjoy your home. They have the considerable advantage of not putting the house completely in darkness at the hottest times, so you have light while being protected from the unpleasant rays during the hottest hours.

If you would like more information on BSOs, you can consult our advice articles by following this link . This page contains lots of information on how it works and how it is installed.

You can also ask us for a quote by clicking here .

Decorative accessories

To bring a little something hidden to your home, personalize it and give it a unique character that reflects your inner world, a large number of additional decorative elements will be able to help you create that pleasant and harmonious atmosphere that you want so much in your home. House.

You can opt for the following:

Teak objects, design or art objects:

Depending on your tastes and personalities, this piece of equipment could well prove to be most effective in order to bring that little efficient final touch to make your place a cocoon shaped in your image, in which you will therefore feel particularly comfortable.

Wall decorations:

Also very appreciated, the installation of pictures, paintings or photos on the walls or furniture of your home, will tell a story that is yours and which will, most of the time, be an inspiring source of motivation.

The lighting fixtures:

Among the most effective instruments to sometimes bring this dynamism to encourage you to work in the best conditions, or sometimes to collect yourself in a subdued and relaxing atmosphere, lighting fixtures have a strong impact on the state of mind . They will therefore contribute, for good reason, to the desired atmosphere depending on the moments of your day and the uses.

It is therefore very interesting to focus a little on the aesthetic and functional diversity of these objects.

The sculptures:

The sculptures will especially interest personalities sensitive to art, history, technique, beauty, for sentimental reasons, because they raise questions, or because they are an interesting financial investment.

Finally, having a sculpture in your home can also be a way to remember a special place or person.

The rugs :

Rugs can add texture and color to a room.room, highlight decorative elements, serve as a focal point on a piece of furniture or object in a room.

It can be used to define spaces, demarcate areas in a room or create a visual transition between different spaces, or even improve the acoustics and comfort of a room, can express cultural or artistic interest.

Finally, rugs are often used as a way to add aesthetic value to a room. They can enlarge a room or make it cozier, more chilled. And some pieces can even become a collector's item for carpet lovers.

Bed linens:

Bed linens are the central element of a bedroom, they can be used to introduce colors or textures (cotton, linen, silk), which will provide a different effect. They attract attention, and create a style (country, vintage, contemporary, artistic, cultural, etc.).

Finally, they help improve comfort and well-being by using soft and comfortable materials.

Curtains :

Like bed linen, you can play with curtains in the same way. These have a remarkable effect because they have the power to completely change the ambiance of a room. In particular, you can play on opacity, textures, different drapes and decorations, add one or more layers or even choose a neutral, refined or very decorated decor, depending on tastes, sometimes geometric, exotic or floral, among others. 'others.

Tablecloths :

Tablecloths are also an essential decorative element. Your table is the central element of your dining room. Also, its design like its covering can make the difference in a room when the eye falls on it.

In addition to its practical side, taking care of its appearance is therefore a very good point.

Plants :

Plants will always be a favorable element in a room. On the one hand, some of them are believed to improve indoor air by absorbing pollutants and producing oxygen. On the other hand, they also add color and life to a space, thus improving its aesthetics.

In addition, they form a presence with the power to increase well-being and a relaxing effect. They therefore have a positive power on people who are nearby.

Arrangement of windows/relaxation area

Some come to set up a cozy, even cocooning, space in front of their windows, which can be used as a reading corner, relaxation area or interior garden.

This arrangement is often clever, but also very appreciated for the well-being it provides.

Optimization of storage and smart furniture

Intelligent furniture and storage have the particularity of optimizing a space by being “multifunction” furniture and saving space.

They are very popular in small apartments or houses.

For example, it will be a table that transforms into a bed or which contains hidden storage.

They can sometimes have the appearance of wall decoration and turn out to have a very surprising functional aspect, like that of a board which transforms into an ironing board and which all you have to do is unfold when the moment is right. came.

They can take the appearance of a decorative wall cube in the middle of a place where inside there is a bedroom.

Today, many things can be optimized in a design and airy way, bringing a very small place to have all the functionalities of a large house, by thinking carefully about storage. If you are curious, you can find lots of clever furniture. Otherwise, an interior designer can help you get started.

Sliding doors

Sliding doors have many advantages. In addition to often being aesthetically pleasing, presenting a certain elegance and a pleasant touch of modernity, they also represent a very significant space saving since they are integrated directly into the wall or at its level.

This tip will be particularly useful in narrow spaces or requiring as much lightness as possible.

They are generally quite discreet and allow the creation of additional spaces, while preserving the freshness or warmth of a given room.