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It’s something you’ve been dreaming of ever since you moved into your home. You’re finally going to fix that outdated bathroom, create an open concept for your dream kitchen, or upgrade your home’s materials\u00a0with luxurious stone and tile. There’s a lot of things to consider when\u00a0planning your perfect home renovation<\/a>, but with a clear plan and appropriate expectations, your renovation will be much easier to handle.<\/p>\n

Learn how to plan your home renovation using the following seven stages:<\/p>\n

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Stage 1: Concept<\/strong><\/p>\n

You know you want to renovate your home, but where specifically? Which room or rooms? Do you want complete demolition and renovation, or just a makeover\/redesign? In the first stage, brainstorm your ideas and make sure everyone in your household is on the same page about the renovation concept.<\/p>\n

Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Set up a preliminary ballpark budget in the first stage before talking to designers, fabricators, and contractors. Discuss your budget limit now, you can always adjust it later if necessary.<\/p>\n

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Stage 2: Design<\/strong><\/p>\n

The design phase is arguably the most exciting. This is when you get to plan your perfect home renovation with the help of a designer. Choose colors and finishes. Decide to knock down that annoying wall for the open-concept living you\u2019ve been dreaming about. Pick out the perfect luxurious and durable\u00a0\u00a0.<\/a><\/u> Have fun exploring the options, but remember to keep your budget and concept in mind.<\/p>\n

Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Visualize your design and tile choices with the\u00a0Just Imagine Tile Visualizer<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The design stage could also be called the research stage because design is about more than picking out what you think looks nice. You may love the way granite looks\u2014and who can blame you\u2014but maybe quartz, quartzite, tile, or marble is a better choice for your family and home. There’s a lot that goes into\u00a0choosing your countertop material<\/a>, cabinet color, shower tile, and more. Don’t forget to do some research to make sure you’re choosing design elements that have the durability and properties that work for your home and lifestyle.<\/p>\n

Check out your fabricator’s blog and resource section to learn more about materials, finishes, colors, textures, and more. For example, Arizona Tile has this great resource that breaks down\u00a0everything you need to know about ceramic tile<\/a> in our resource section.<\/p>\n

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Stage 3: Exploration and Planning<\/strong><\/p>\n

Now that you have a design, you can lock in the concrete details for your renovation plan. This includes finalizing your budget, gathering quotes for the actual renovation cost, and choosing the right fabricators to use.<\/p>\n

You should also talk with your family to decide\u00a0what time of year is best for your renovation<\/a>. There are many factors to consider such as location, weather, and contractor availability.<\/p>\n

Stage 4: Hiring<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hiring the right contractors is a key step to success, yet it’s often hurried or overlooked. To find the best contractors make sure to:<\/p>\n