10 signs of poor apartment renovation

Visible joints

A sharp transition between different materials (tiles, panels, parquet) is unacceptable: the reliefs must fit well. When gluing wallpaper, you should pay attention to the place of their attachment - the distance between the canvases or "overlap" reduce the cost of repair. It is equally important that the patterns on the wallpaper match.

Poorly laid tiles

If, when lining a bathroom or kitchen, a drawing with a tile layout was not made, then there is a chance of getting an unsatisfactory result. A whole tile on one side of the wall and a cut piece on the other spoil the overall look of the room. If it is not possible to lay solid tiles over the entire area, it is necessary to cut them on both sides.

Open communications

A well-made repair involves closed cables, low-current networks and pipes, if the style of the interior does not dictate otherwise. Connoisseurs of an industrial loft can save money by leaving the pipes in sight and focusing on them, but in other cases, communications need hidden installation. It is important that in emergency situations they remain accessible.

Inconvenient location of sockets

The placement of switches and sockets should be considered during the planning phase of the interior. If extension cords are required for the use of lighting fixtures and equipment, then this is considered a mistake and a sign of poor repair.

Open fasteners

All fixings for skirting boards, door trims and plasterboard structures must be invisible. If they remain in plain sight, the furnishings look unfinished and unkempt.

Uneven surfaces

If the texture is not supposed to be the chosen style of the interior (shabby chic, Provence), then uneven walls can ruin the whole atmosphere. This is especially noticeable if the walls are not perfectly aligned for painting. The same rule applies to the ceiling and floor.

Incorrectly installed windows

If, as a result of the installation of new windows, it starts blowing from the street, then the workers did their job poorly. The reason may be unadjusted fittings, improperly installed frames or window sill, leaks in the assembly seam. Also, a violation of technology threatens the appearance of mold.

Lack of waterproofing

When renovating a bathroom in wet areas (near sinks and bathtubs), waterproofing must be applied. Failure to pay attention to this detail can threaten with water leaks to the neighbors below.

Plasterboard shelves

With the help of plasterboard, you can create intricate decorative designs, and if at first they seem functional and aesthetic, then over time the picture completely changes. Drywall shelves have many unprotected corners: after a few months, chips will appear on the surface, which will be difficult to fix, and it will not be possible to get rid of the built-in structure without additional costs.

Curved lines

A bad result is considered to be the repair, after which the curved walls are visible to the naked eye. Aligning the walls is considered a rough finish, such work must be carried out first. This is especially important if you intend to buy built-in furniture.

To avoid such mistakes, it is recommended to follow all repair technologies if the interior is being updated independently, and to choose proven workers if a construction team is hired.