If you have found this article you may be facing a dilemma. There is something at the bottom of your garden. It is ugly and dull. It just sits there gathering dust and cobwebs with no use at all. Is it starting to annoy you? Well, it is time to find a use for that building you own but have no idea what to do with. But first, we will look at some renovation pointers. Chances are that it has fallen into a poor state of repair over the years.
The first thing you will want to do is check for any structural damage. Check for termites, mould and leakage. Make sure the roof is in good condition and that the building is still waterproof. You can find some great tips on how to do this online, but the important thing is to make sure the building is safe to be used. Then it is time to starting having some fun. If you have an unused shed, barn or garage you have no idea the treasure trove you are sitting on.
Start with the outside first. We will come to the inside later. If you have a shed, then choose a colour. We would suggest either a simple white or a natural looking brown. You want the shed to look attractive but not to stand out from the rest of the house.
What you do with the inside of your shed will depend on how much space you have. Get rid of whatever junk you have inside and then set to work on your design. Maybe what you need is a workspace. In that case, head down to your nearest DIY store and pick up some tools. Get rid of those cobwebs and begin work on your private work area. We would suggest getting things like a black and decker bench. Remember you can avoid clutter by hanging your tools on the wall.
Or how about a nice, quiet area where you can find the time to relax and read a good book. A building separated from the rest of the house is brilliant for this. You will not be able to hear the trouble brewing inside. If this is your dream come true then buy some new furniture and fill the area with all the knick knacks your partner does not want in the house. Make it your home away from home.
If you have an unused barn, then you will have a lot more space free than you would find in your average shed. As shown by companies like Weaver Barns, they can make fantastic private guest rooms or play areas. If you have one big enough, you can design it to be a spare house! For the colour, we would suggest either a rustic brown or royal red. This will give the building a classy exterior. What you do with the inside is of course your choice. But here are some suggestions. You can go all out and furnish it completely with chairs, a bed, carpets and add a window. Next time you have someone stay over, give them a weekend they will really remember in your own private summer house. Or you could leave it a little more traditional and buy some outdoor toys to fill it with. For example, have you ever tried quad biking?
You are only limited by your imagination. A spare building on your land is a gift so do not forget to make the most out of it. Do not just let it fester in the back of your mind.
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