By Justin Broomhead

Extra space is always welcome but making additions to the home can be a pricey alternative and sometimes the building codes can be strict. However, the potential of transforming the home storage shed into an extra bedroom or a granny abode or it can be the perfect idea for that college graduate that does not want to leave home, or for a grandmother who wants to stay out of the nursing home but does not want to live all alone.

The rooms are attached to the main part of the home however; they have their own amenities like the kitchen, sitting room, bathroom and private entrance. Even though it would be ideal to have a connecting door to the kitchen, much of the time it is separate. It is usually connected to the main part of the home or separate as in a garden suite.

Before commencing, commit to a budget and then go take a look the shed. Be sure that the structure of the shed is solid and sturdy enough to be transformed into an extra bedroom. It must be wide enough to fit some furniture as well as appliances. Look and see if there is any mold present, foundation or ventilation concerns and deal with them first. Disinfect and wash the areas that have mildew.

Furthermore, look into the local building regulations before beginning your renovations. Then determine where the furniture will be placed and add electrical outlets in convenient spots. After that, you will want to add the electrical wiring for the lights and the outlets. The room should ideally have a minimum of one window to get ventilation and natural light from the outdoors.

The next step involves painting the walls or you can even add dry wall to build a nice interior. Do not use grays since this will give your shed a garage look. Alternatively go with bright tones that will bring some liveliness into the room. If it is required, add an insulator to keep the temperature at a constant level. You can add a dehumidifier to prevent the appearance of mildew because this can ruin the walls and cause a smell in the room. You can use a water resistant paint to stop any damage in case of water leakage.

As well, you should inspect the floors. Replace dirt foundations or damaged wooden floors since these can cause future concerns. Be sure that they are not damaged, especially by water since this can damage the foundation. Add the tiles according to the manufacturer’s suggestions. If you have wooden floors, a good idea is to add a carpet to stop any wear and tear to the floor. Seal all dents in the ceiling to stop leaks from rain or snow.

If you have to renovate the beams or walls, pre-cast concrete walls or customized frames can be found in hardware centers.

The final step involves decorating your room to your preferences or to the liking of the person who will live in it. Add the bed, dressers, mirrors, and nightstands. Install some drapes or curtains and some lighting to create a mood. Add some framed photos to the walls. The person sleeping in that room will never be able to tell that it used to be a shed where the old lawn mower was stored.

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