How to Remodel a Garage Into a Family Room
There comes a time when a homeowner begins to consider how his space is being utilized. Changes are usually in order when he determines that he has wasted or under utilized space. For many a garage is just a place to store holiday decorations. With a few modifications, the garage can serve as just about anything including as a family room. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Door replacements
- Window replacements
- Wood working tools
- Roofing tools
- Insulation
- Space heaters
- Carpet or other flooring
- Flooring tools
- Lighting
Instructions
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Replace windows and doors to give the garage a family room feel. Doors and windows in garages tend to favor function above fashion. Swap out the door between the house and garage with a more inviting and attractive design. Consider installing larger or additional windows to allow for more light.
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Weatherize the exterior of the garage. Modify the outside of the garage with more attractive or house-matching siding. Inspect the roof and fix leaks or drafts.
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Insulate and heat the garage to make it a comfortable dwelling space. Insulate the walls using a thermal insulation such as spray polyurethane foam, fiberglass fill or panels. Install radiators, registers, or even space heaters to keep the new family room comfortable.
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Change the flooring to create a more comforting and inviting family room. Most garages have bare concrete floors which are not conducive to comfort. Choose a inviting and attractive carpeting for your new family room. Consider additional flooring options such as a hard wood or linoleum.
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Upgrade your wiring and lighting set up. Depending on previous uses, lighting in garage may not be adequate for a family room. Hire a professional to install additional electrical outlets. Add lights of different intensities and height levels to your new family room to ensure complete light coverage.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep a sliding overhead door intact to help open up the new family room on nice summer days.
Never attempt to work with electrical systems without professional training.
