Final Renovation Of My Friends Cottage Inspired House
TLDRThe video documents a renovation project where the creators, with permission from the homeowner Chris, transform a room in Zel's house into a salon. They remove the carpet to reveal hardwood flooring, which significantly improves the space's appearance and potential resale value. Despite initial concerns about noise and the condition of the wood, the transformation is successful, and Zel's boyfriend eventually agrees to have the same treatment for the bedroom. The video highlights the challenges and rewards of DIY home improvement, showcasing the before and after effects, and teasing future renovations in the creator's own home.
Takeaways
- 🏠 The video discusses a room renovation project, highlighting the transformation of a carpeted room into a salon space.
- 📜 Permission was obtained from the house owner, Chris, to proceed with the renovation.
- 👩🎨 The room is intended for 'zel's' boyfriend, who is a waxer, to use as a salon room.
- 🔪 The old carpet was removed to reveal hardwood flooring beneath, which is preferred for the salon's aesthetic and functionality.
- 💭 The renovation process involved some negotiation and convincing, akin to children asking for a sleepover.
- 🎶 There was initial skepticism about the hardwood flooring being squeaky, but the possibility of fixing this issue was mentioned.
- 🛠️ The process of removing the carpet revealed some damage and nails sticking out, but these were deemed repairable.
- 🌟 The renovated room's new hardwood floor was considered beautiful and an improvement over the old carpet.
- 🎁 The video also mentions a new bag acquisition, adding a personal touch to the narrative.
- 🚪 The renovation extended to the bedroom after the initial positive results in the salon room, with full permission granted.
- 🎨 The final decision was made to leave some character in the wood, such as paint stains and slight indents, as part of its charm.
Q & A
Why was the renovation delayed?
-The renovation was delayed because they only received permission to start the project at a later date.
Who owns the house where the renovation is taking place?
-Chris owns the house where the renovation is taking place.
What is the purpose of the room being renovated?
-The room is being renovated to serve as a salon for Zel, who is a waxer.
What was the condition of the room before the renovation?
-Before the renovation, the room had rickety flooring, which was on carpet, and was not suitable for the wax salon.
What did they discover when they checked under the carpet?
-They discovered that there was hardwood flooring under the carpet.
Why did the boyfriend initially object to the hardwood flooring?
-The boyfriend initially objected to the hardwood flooring because it was squeaky.
What did they find out after removing the carpet?
-After removing the carpet, they found that the hardwood flooring was beautiful and could potentially be used in other rooms.
How did Zel's boyfriend change his mind about the flooring?
-Zel's boyfriend changed his mind after seeing the nice, warm, and lovely condition of the hardwood flooring in the salon room.
What is the final decision regarding the holes and damage on the hardwood floor?
-The final decision is to leave the holes and damage as they are, as Zel believes they add character to the floor.
What is the overall outcome of the renovation project?
-The renovation project was successful, with all carpets ripped up and the hardwood flooring revealed and restored, except for the landing and stairs.
What is the next step for Zel's house?
-The next step for Zel's house is to decorate and finish the remaining parts of the renovation, starting with the paint.
Outlines
🏠 Renovating the Salon Room
The first paragraph discusses the renovation of a room intended to be a salon. The room previously had carpet, which was unsuitable for the salon's needs. The hosts obtained permission from Chris, the house owner, to proceed with the renovation. They discovered hardwood flooring beneath the carpet, which they believe will greatly improve the room's functionality. The paragraph also includes a humorous conversation about the squeaky floors and the process of convincing Chris to allow the removal of the carpet.
🛠️ Continuing the Renovation Journey
In the second paragraph, the narrator returns a week later to continue the renovation. The success of the salon room renovation convinced the boyfriend to allow the removal of carpets in the bedroom as well. The narrator expresses excitement about the original hardwood flooring revealed beneath the carpets and shares a personal anecdote about a new bag. The paragraph also includes playful banter between the hosts and a discussion about the challenges and rewards of DIY renovations.
🎨 Final Touches and Reflections
The third paragraph concludes the renovation series by highlighting the progress made. Despite some damage to the hardwood floor, the overall result is positive. The host, Zelia, decides to embrace the imperfections of the wood, adding character to the room. The narrator reflects on the entire renovation process, from its start in August/September to the present, noting the completion of the main tasks and the remaining minor details. The paragraph ends with a teaser for future renovations in the narrator's own home.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Renovation
💡Permission
💡Salon room
💡Hardwood flooring
💡Squeaky floor
💡DIY (Do It Yourself)
💡Carpet
💡Waxing
💡Noise
💡Character
💡Repaint
Highlights
The renovation project is underway, with the team having obtained permission to start the work.
The room being renovated is intended to be a salon room for Zel, who is a waxer.
The initial state of the room was unsatisfactory, with rickety flooring on carpet.
Upon inspection, it was discovered that the carpet was covering hardwood flooring.
The transformation to hardwood flooring is expected to significantly improve the functionality of the salon room.
The team had to persuade Chris, the house owner, to allow the renovation by presenting their case.
The process of removing the old flooring is underway, with the team expressing excitement about the hidden hardwood.
The boyfriend initially disliked the hardwood due to its squeaky sound, but may come around to the idea.
The team is currently disassembling the room in preparation for the flooring change.
The waxing business creates challenges for the flooring, such as wax residue.
The renovated room will feature improved lighting from a skylight, enhancing the overall ambiance.
The team plans to create a dance studio within the renovated space.
The boyfriend's opinion shifted positively after seeing the results of the salon floor renovation.
The team received permission to renovate the entire upstairs, including the bedroom.
The previous state of the bedroom floor was covered by carpet, which hid its true beauty.
Zel's boyfriend eventually appreciated the hardwood flooring and its warm, inviting qualities.
The renovation project has spanned several months, starting from August or September of the previous year.
The final part of the renovation involves some painting and minor repairs to the hardwood floor.
Zel has decided to embrace the character of the wood, including paint stains and natural imperfections.
The video concludes with the team excited about future renovations in their own homes.