Do-it-yourself repairs in Khrushchev

It would seem that in such a small area it is difficult to "roam" and come up with something original. But, we assure you, everything is not so sad and we will give a lot of examples of design solutions that will turn your kitchen into a role model!

So, in this article we will show the best options for repairing and redeveloping a kitchen in Khrushchev, tips on design, decor and a lot of photos on the topic.

The kitchens of that time have a couple of very significant disadvantages and these are:

• Very modest area (only 5-6 squares)
• Low ceiling (2.2 meters)
• The presence of a gas water heater (why this is a minus - we will describe below)

But, in contrast to these disadvantages, there are significant advantages, in comparison with block houses, and these are:

• There are no load-bearing walls in Khrushchevs (that is, you can crush and break anything at least)
• It is very easy to expand the area in them due to the adjoining rooms, and this applies not only to the living room.

When you see the photos presented in the corresponding blocks, you will understand that Khrushchev is not a sentence! True, with the proper approach, it is quite possible to make a very stylish room design, and the kitchen will look miniature, but not cheap.

Few of the owners of Khrushchev leave the layout in its original form. A lot of ways to modernize such a room have already been tested, therefore, in this article we will not open America to you.

Just - let's recall the most successful solutions and provide illustrative examples.

In short, the best option in this case is a small redevelopment, with a displacement of the walls. Otherwise, however, there is practically nowhere to turn around and there can be no question of any originality.

Therefore, we will describe to you the best kitchen remodeling in Khrushchev, as well as tell you about the furniture modules that are best suited in this case.

But first, we will describe to you general recommendations that apply to absolutely any interpretations and cases.

Gas water heaters in Khrushchevs are not always installed in the kitchen. Sometimes they are in the bathroom, which is very convenient on the one hand. Why is that? And because you have no safety restrictions and you can safely demolish the partition that separates the kitchen from the living room.

In other cases, if the column is still in the kitchen, you should not choose this particular type of redevelopment. It is much more reasonable to expand the room at the expense of the pantry adjacent to the kitchen, for example, since there should be a door in any case.

No, you, of course, can not give a damn about the laws, but one day there is a risk of deeply regretting it. For example, when selling an apartment, you will be required to provide a document confirming the legality of the redevelopment. And where will you get it if the gas workers do not agree with this state of affairs?

Yes, you can dodge and bribe in some way. But do you need it? Moreover, in all honesty, a kitchen combined with a living room is not such a chic option.

This is good in one case: if you live alone in an apartment. And when there are two of you, or even more, such a layout will add inconvenience. It's not even about the smell that will spread throughout the apartment.

The main thing here is the discomfort from visiting the kitchen by family members at the moment when someone is sleeping in the living room. And for small Khrushchevs, this is a very common situation. The hall usually performs many functions, including replacing the bedroom.

So, if you have a speaker in the kitchen, start from this key point.

In the photo below you can see options for repairing a kitchen in Khrushchev, namely with a column. Doesn't it look great? And you can't say that the area is too small.

We think you already understand that the best option is a light scale. But, of course, I want something bright, interesting ... What can we offer you?

The most important thing here is the color of the walls. They are the ones who "make" the visual volume. That is, if you paint the walls white, you will definitely not go wrong.

At the same time, be very careful with the choice of an apron for the work surface. You should not choose something very colorful and bright, because the walls are white. Due to the fact that the area is small, this small segment, visually, will occupy a significant part of the room.

Then, the color of the floor is very important. If you make it dark, then even with light walls, it will "narrow" the room. Therefore, try to make the floor in light colors.

If you want a bright accent, remember the design rule: it should be only 10% of everything else. That is, some bright chandelier is enough for you, and in the colors of the curtains or some painting, you can duplicate its tone. Read more about this in the rules for combining colors in the interior of the kitchen.

If the kitchen is small, then we really do not recommend that you stop your choice on any elements of the "classics".

Furniture with monograms and carvings - not for such a room! Forms should be as simple and straightforward as possible.

Do not even look in the direction of marble, natural onyx and other things that “play” well only on large areas in a classic-style interior.

Curtains also should not be pompous, otherwise it will all look ridiculous, cramped and out of place.

It is best to dwell on contemporary styles such as "minimalism" or, if you want something more homely, on the "Scandinavian" style. There, the priority is a tree of natural colors and white tones. For Khrushchev, this is the very thing.

As for household appliances: match them to match. In this case, it is not so striking and, as it were, visually, does not "eat up" the space. And here it is interesting that it is the white technique that looks more cumbersome.

Give preference to either silver or completely dark. It is very important that there is no "confusion". For example, a silver stove looks very sloppy next to a white refrigerator.

Also, one cannot fail to mention the ceilings. Since they are extremely low in Khrushchevs, stretch glossy ceilings will come in handy here. Moreover, you should also choose them in white. Any bright ceiling, even one with reflective properties, reduces the room.

Due to the fact that the room will be visible in them, the ceiling will seem much higher, and, as a result, the room itself is more spacious. It is a pleasure to take care of them, therefore, we safely recommend this option.

Now, let's look at specific options and ideas.

Main article: Design of a kitchen-living room in Khrushchev. To implement such an undertaking, you just need to demolish the wall. It is not difficult to make a similar project in Khrushchev, since there is no concrete.

After the partition is gone, you need to think about how you will finish the walls and floor.

In general, according to the laws of the genre, it is necessary to make floors of different structures or colors, thereby setting a line. But, in the case of a very modest cubic capacity, it is better to lay exactly the same floor in the living room and kitchen.

This also applies to the ceiling. You don't need any tiers, boxes and arches. It is best if the kitchen and living room are a completely single ensemble.

The curtains should also be the same, not mismatched. Only in this case, the interior will look truly harmonious.

This is a rather interesting solution for Khrushchev. Furniture, which stands in a U-shape, gives great convenience in terms of comfort, however, it occupies as many as three walls!

It would be extremely unwise if you had a separate kitchen with a door. But, if you have a kitchen-living room, then the problem disappears by itself.

You can decorate the dining area right in the living room by installing a table and chairs there, or you can make a bar counter that stands in place of the wall.

In terms of appearance, it is decent and cute, but as for convenience, here you need to think carefully.

After all, the bar is the place for a quick bite to eat. You will definitely not be able to accommodate guests there, just as you will not have dinner together with the whole family. And, if you make a bar counter, then in most cases you will have to give up a full-fledged table.

It is best to put it between the kitchen and the living room, by the window, in the place where the wall was. But you can't put it anymore, since there will be a bar counter.

Surely, many will be surprised by this option, since the bathtubs in Khrushchev are so miniature that it does not fit in the head that there can be cut.

But, people have found a rather interesting solution: to replace the bathtub itself with a shower cabin and "drown" the refrigerator into the resulting square. Of course, for this you need to knock out part of the wall from the side of the kitchen.

Basically, the idea is pretty good if you don't use the bathroom under any circumstances and you don't need one. For example, there are overweight people for whom the cabins are many times more comfortable.

But, if, nevertheless, you use it, it is better not to expand the area at the expense of depriving yourself of such benefits. No shower will warm you up after freezing temperatures as well as a hot bath. And in terms of functionality, it is very necessary: ​​wash something, wash ...

Therefore, you should not get excited. Just take note of this method.

In conclusion, I would like to say: go for it, everything is in your hands! Try to stick to these basic rules and you will succeed.

When there was a shortage of urban housing stock in the country, the problem of a shortage of apartments was solved by the construction of "Khrushchev houses". These 4-storey and 5-storey buildings were remembered for their closeness, but this was the best solution for resettlement of Stalin's communal apartments after the war.

In these houses, the architects obviously skimped on the area of ​​the kitchen, bathroom and hallway - the beginning of a narrow corridor. Original ideas for repairs in Khrushchev are an opportunity not only to modernize the old housing stock, but also to make it as comfortable as possible.

Small houses were built in the 60s and 80s by entire microdistricts and cities, up to the 90s. In the Brezhnev and perestroika times, projects of improved planning appeared. But the so-called Khrushchev buildings, designed for 50 years of operation, have remained the basis of urban development in the Russian Federation. They are actively removed only in the capital.

In the regions, the main method of improving housing conditions is a do-it-yourself overhaul of the Khrushchev. The degree of transformation depends on the "neglect" of the apartment and the financial capabilities of the owners of far from elite housing.

In those days, a number of similar projects were introduced into mass construction:

• Brick 4-storey houses on a reinforced concrete frame.
• Panel buildings made of reinforced concrete panels with a large number of load-bearing walls.

Modernization of old cramped apartments is done in different ways - from "cosmetic" to major repairs. Some projects are so successful that it is difficult to guess in a prestigious apartment with an insulated balcony and underfloor heating the former "Khrushcheba", as you can see on the photo in the network.

The degree of transformation varies:

• replacement of windows and a number of other measures to insulate the apartment;
• leveling and facing surfaces;
• renovation with redevelopment;
• partial dismantling of walls and partitions with the unification of the areas of adjacent rooms;
• rethinking the usable area through zoning and the addition of an insulated balcony;
• partial dismantling of walls and walls in the form of arches with the installation of glass partitions;
• transfer of interior doors and construction of additional passages so that there are no passage rooms;
• active use of visual methods of expanding the area;
• renovation of the bathroom and kitchen with modern cladding materials (preliminary dismantling of pipes, baths, sinks, sinks and toilet bowls) with the installation of compact plumbing.

Even if nothing can be changed in a house without an elevator and a garbage chute, this can be more than compensated for by interior furnishings with a fashionable apartment design.

Attention: It will not be possible to remake the Khrushchev without significant expenses. With a minimum investment, you cannot do without dismantling old coatings, communications and plumbing, it is important to make a high-quality leveling of surfaces.

For redevelopment, you will need permission from the BTI and the city architectural supervision, so that the demolition of the walls does not threaten collapse.

If you make high-quality cladding with modern materials with your own hands, it will come out inexpensively and beautifully, as in the photo of the repair in Khrushchev.

Before choosing wallpaper, linoleum or paint, draw up an algorithm of actions. Competent renovation planning and a sensible choice of interior style will facilitate the workflow and help save energy and finances.

Tip: If the family has a modest budget, it is better to break down the transformation of the Khrushchev into stages, performing step by step, so as not to start an "eternal" repair. After completing one room, proceed to another so that the apartment does not look like a battlefield with barbarians for a decade.

First, make a revision, getting rid of old furniture, mezzanines, doors and everything that is morally outdated. Use surface "modernization" techniques on sturdy, level surfaces.

Draw up a work plan for each room and separately for the types of work covering the entire apartment (insulation, replacement of pipes and plumbing, leveling the floor or ceiling).

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When buying finishing materials, do not forget about ideas for the visual expansion of space (mirrors, photo wallpaper with optical illusions and 3D effect, vertical and horizontal lines).

Use zoning techniques and space optimization with built-in furniture if it is not possible for everyone in the family to have a separate room. This somehow compensates for the lack of personal space and makes the time of cooking, relaxing or working on a PC more comfortable.

Choosing a design style, you can decorate rooms in different ways, but do not forget that adjacent rooms should not contrast, but complement.

The style should match the functionality of the room well if there is no single solution. For example, marine - for the bathroom, romanticism - in the bedroom, fusion - in the living room and hallway, and Provencal style - in the kitchen. They can be combined with a common color scheme - cold, warm or neutral, depending on the type of natural light (north, south).

When decorating the ceiling, walls and floor, do not forget about low ceilings, so multi-level structures will be inappropriate. It is better to choose simple finishes after leveling surfaces, such as self-leveling floors and liquid wallpaper for the ceiling.

If it is impossible to take permission to redevelop the Khrushchev, it is really possible to make an arched opening in the secondary wall with a grinder and strengthen it with a steel corner.

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If at some stage you need the help of specialists or specialized firms, do not ignore this opportunity. They will place your order quickly and professionally. You can save on dismantling and cleaning surfaces from old coatings.

When finishing, use finishing materials of the latest generation, abandoning traditional wallpaper, linoleum and whitewash, so that in a couple of years you will not have to "modernize" the design.

Today, it is difficult to do when renovating in techno, loft or hi-tech style without innovative materials, lighting techniques and a combination of spectacular textures.

Attention: It is advisable to use ready-made space planning projects during the renovation of the kitchen in the Khrushchev or for the transformation of the entire living space. This was done by professionals who know all the secrets of the optimal layout of every square centimeter of space.

Small-sized one-room Khrushchev houses are difficult to radically expand, even if they give a more modern look like a studio apartment.

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At the same time, partitions are transformed between the living room and adjacent rooms - the kitchen and the hallway (corridor).

Renovation of a room in Khrushchev usually ends with the purchase of modern furniture, lighting fixtures and necessary accessories.

Curtains are one of the most affordable ways to complete a design.

When choosing the style of curtains, it is important to choose not just the drapery you like or multi-layered sewing, but to be guided by the style.

Japanese minimalism is suitable for the living room - with its free space, compact low furniture and flat screened curtains.

For the bedroom, two-layer curtains of an asymmetric cut are suitable, where the lower panel is solid translucent, the upper one is of an arbitrary shape.

Massive chandeliers with many bulbs are not for Khrushchevs with their limited space. It is better to use economical diodes and flat and hemispherical ceiling luminaires.

Spotlighting is a popular zoning technique. This is very handy when you can add lighting in different places with the push of a button at arm's length:

• in the kitchen above the cutting surface;
• table lamp, floor lamp or sconce at the computer desk;
• over the head of the bed in the bedroom;
• along the perimeter of the ceiling in the nursery from the diode tape;
• by the mirror in the hallway.

The look of the renovated Khrushchev building largely depends on the choice of furniture. It should be compact and versatile:

• a sofa bed with a convenient transformation mechanism in the living room or bedroom;
• bunk beds and furniture complexes on 2 levels in the nursery;
• transformers and folding planes of any format;
• extended window sill with tabletop function;
• a bar counter in the kitchen instead of a dining table or as a way to differentiate between the cooking block and the dining area in the living room (after the demolition of the partition);
• stackable chairs and stools;
• folding seats in the hallway and on the balcony;
• upholstered furniture with boxes and drawers under the seats;
• built-in wardrobes and narrow pencil cases in any empty corner;
• glass shelves and multi-level corners that create the illusion of no furniture;
• instead of closed cabinet furniture - lightweight double-sided shelving and whatnots, which are used in zoning as partitions.

When choosing textiles and wallpaper colors, keep in mind that a large pattern and black color "steals" space, it is better to refuse them.

Chromed metal and glossy surfaces enhance illumination.

The metamorphoses of the Khrushchevs require large investments, but with the right choice of design, the result will surpass all expectations.

Don't be upset if you don't have enough money to buy a new full-length apartment. A little effort, and a dilapidated two-room Khrushchev can turn into a cozy comfortable nest. Take an example from the protagonist of this article. He decided to turn his small apartment into a mansion and enthusiastically set to work.

Since there was not enough money for a full renovation, as is often the case, our craftsman decided to put the apartment in order in stages.

Let me tell you a secret right away: the process dragged on for three long years. But the result was worth it.
First of all, the master began to reconstruct the bathroom. By combining a microscopic bathroom and toilet, it got a pretty decent amount of space. The walls, of course, had to be leveled. And for this purpose, sheathing with moisture-resistant plasterboard turned out to be the most optimal.

He installed the washbasin on a sturdy metal frame.

There was also a place for a new water heater.

The hot water stand was successfully camouflaged with a bath podium.

The wife chose the color of the tiles, mirror and shelf. It turned out very stylish.

Plasterboard was also useful for repairs in living rooms.

The craftsman successfully used the metal profile for the manufacture of shelves and niches for a TV.

And again my wife worked as a designer. She approved the color scheme and thought over the interior details.

The laminate on the floor was laid without problems using OSB boards. The bedroom is ready!

Finally, the turn came to the corridor. And here the owner again used his favorite materials: drywall and profile. Yes, I had to lose a few centimeters of space.But, on the other hand, removing old plaster and installing new one is a rather difficult task for a non-professional builder.

For the floor, laminate was again used. This time in combination with ceramic tiles.

And the final chord! The walls are faced with artificial stone, the ceiling is decorated with a decorative wood-like beam, unusual lanterns are hung.

The most laborious was, of course, the renovation of the kitchen.

It had to be partially rescheduled. The master shortened the wall between the kitchen and the living room, giving the small room additional volume.

A small piece of Styrofoam came in handy to cover the unnecessary window to the bathroom.

Floor tiles look luxurious. And the wall is decorated with plaster boards covered with a lacquer-sink.

The wall separating the kitchen and living room is decorated with the same white brickwork.

The refrigerator is conveniently located in a niche. The kitchen is just beautiful!

What a fine fellow our fearless craftsman! He was not afraid of difficulties, put effort and ingenuity, used the artistic taste of his wife and, as a result, transformed the old apartment beyond recognition. I built a real palace with my own hands!

Having bought a two-room apartment in Khrushchev, Sergei and his wife planned to make do with cosmetic repairs: update the wallpaper, touch up something, fix the plumbing, etc. However, when they got down to business and began to delve into the nuances, they realized that there was a lot of dusty work ahead ... The interior turned out without frills and zest, but managed to save a lot. What exactly - this will be discussed in the article.

Dismantling was not technically difficult, but very laborious. We started in the kitchen. The old tiles fell off with a bang. Almost all of the tiles were knocked down with a hammer and chisel. In the bathroom, I had to use a punch with a spatula.

Wallpaper turned out to be a big problem. It seems that no one in this apartment has ripped them off from the very moment it was built. About 5 layers were found, neatly glued on top of each other. The first layer was glued, presumably, with flour and was the most difficult to tear off. Every centimeter gave in with great difficulty. Tried buying special removers, but they were no more useful than regular hot water. So I would not recommend spending money on them.

The wooden floor was very dilapidated, squeaked heavily and could not be repaired. Often in old houses, living creatures can start under the flooring of the boards, so it was decided to dismantle it, put insulation and fill in the screed in all rooms except the bathroom. There were more or less bearable tiles on the floor. Therefore, it was poured, focusing on the level of the bathroom, according to the height of the required screed, taking into account the insulation, it fit perfectly.

Until recently, they planned to fill the floor on their own with the father-in-law. However, in the end, we ordered a dry-pressed screed through the "Services" service on Onliner.by. The guys completed all the work in almost half a day, we would have spent at least a day on each room.

They decided to remove the door to the hall in order to increase the space and make a portal. The most basic tools were required: a hacksaw, a hammer, a nail puller.

The electrical condition was sad. There are few outlets: two per room. The wires were somewhere carelessly hidden under the baseboard, somewhere they were generally dangling around the room. They decided to outsource the draft electrician. It is good to have a chasing cutter for self-cutting of such a volume, and it will take a lot of time, which in our case was not so much.

After looking at examples on the Internet, we made a rough plan. We placed sockets in every corner of the room. Many specialists responded to our order. Moreover, the price tag had a huge gap - from 300 rubles to $ 1000. There were even those who said that their work at the facility still needed to be earned, and dictated very strict conditions under which they would agree to take the order.

I liked two performers. Both worked under a contract, and the price was about the same. I chose those guys who could start earlier, because the deadlines were very tight.Together with them, they put down the markings of sockets, switches, discussed all the nuances and signed an agreement. Everything seems to be passable.

About a month later, shoals of electricians surfaced when it came to connecting a clean electrician. It was found that the pass-through switches do not work. The reason was that the electrician did not know how to connect them, but tried to hide it. Fortunately, a three-core cable was used everywhere and it was enough to connect everything correctly in the junction box. I had to fix everything myself. In addition, the electrician installed the machines upside down. The Internet turned out to be full of opinions on this matter. Someone believed that this was normal and someone even the Germans installed them in this way, someone argued the opposite. Electricians did not get in touch and did not react to comments in Viber. I decided not to waste time and reconnected the machines myself. Quite a simple task, as it turned out. In general, most of the work is done quite simply if you study the issue well.

I connected a clean electrician myself. The work is simple, the main thing is the presence of an indicator screwdriver. Sockets and switches were purchased on the market (Schneider Electric), where they are much cheaper than in hypermarkets. Plus a return without any written statements, copies of the check and other red tape, all on a trusting relationship.

The walls in the rooms turned out to be quite even, therefore they did not do much plastering, only old holes from sockets and especially large cells in the slab were repaired. After plastering everything was putty. One 5-liter canister was used for the whole apartment. I bought everything at the construction market in Uruchye.

In the kitchen, the old water pipes were replaced with metal-plastic. A specialist was invited to work on pipe welding, since the cost of equipment and the ability to screw up outweighed the cost of the work of a professional.

The batteries were painted with paint for radiators, they took the Polish one (Sniezka). We installed new shields on them. They decided to order a ready-made kitchen - to save money. It cost $ 350, while it has MDF facades and the simplest door closers. The hood was bought on the Internet.

The tiles were laid on the floor together with the father-in-law. With the pruning, it turned out to be an interesting story. Polish tile Cerrad Urban Steel 600 × 600. Initially, it was planned to cut it with a glass cutter, but it did not give in to a glass cutter. We decided to rent a tile cutter. Since the tiles had to be trimmed only 3 pieces and I didn't want to waste time on transporting the tile cutter there / back, I agreed with the rental company that I would cut it right there. I had no experience in slicing. The girl (the rental worker) also did not really know how to work with the tool, so she cut the first tile “by touch”. It did not cut properly, but was split in half with a cleavage in the center. By this time, the owner of the rental company appeared and, seeing the miracle worker with a tile cutter, began to help. But even with his support, everything turned out crooked. In general, they did not take money from me ...

In the end, my friend, who has experience in cutting porcelain stoneware, saved us. True, our tiles were not easy even for him. They cut it not perfectly, but tolerably enough to lay problem areas unnoticeable for the eyes.

Another thing is "ceramic" tiles on the "apron". Cut like butter. I bought it on the Internet. It was possible to buy in the brand center, but there you have to go through and check each tile while sitting at the warehouse. Private companies check the quality themselves and are more adequate in terms of replacement. I laid the tiles on the apron myself.

The kitchen was assembled with a friend. Upon installation, an unpleasant detail emerged: the countertop of the outermost cabinet did not fit in and rested against the windowsill. We decided to cut the window sill without touching the table top.

The mixer, sink and lintels were taken from the market. A sink with a depth of 18 cm cost 60 rubles, a mixer with a tap for a filter - 100 rubles.

The bathroom in the apartment is combined and has a very modest size - only 2.8 sq. m. A washing machine with dryer did not fit into the existing layout.Therefore, they decided to move the sink to the opposite side, installing a small sink, and slightly displace the toilet bowl to the wall, the old toilet bowl fixing holes were sealed with a joint.

Later we decided that another option was acceptable, which we initially discarded: an overhead sink on the washing machine. They are significantly more expensive than conventional sinks, but then there would be no need to supply pipes to the opposite wall.

The mixer in the bathroom was lowered, the pipes were hidden in the wall under the tiles, and a new coil was installed. Finding a suitable coil turned out to be not easy, the dimensions were not the most popular (50 to 55). As a result, I found it on the Internet.

All work was performed by 2 plumbers. Both turned out to be not very good, but with proper control of each stage, it is quite possible to get an acceptable result.

For the counters, I made a panel of plasterboard and metal profiles. The profile was taken from steel 0.6 mm, now I would not take such a thick one. Cutting it with scissors for metal is difficult, they are more expensive, the loads are small, so it was possible to take an easier one. Self-tapping screws for metal are best taken with a drill. I took it without, because the seller said that there is no difference, but there is one: with a drill, holes are cut faster and easier. I made a screen for the bathroom using the same system. In the screen, I did not make hidden windows on silicone, but simply left holes the size of a tile at the edges, which are closed by a cabinet and a washing machine.

The bathroom was left old (cast iron), but re-poured with acrylic. A specialist was hired for this work. The service is not very expensive, but it requires special equipment and proven material. You won't be able to save so much, and the probability of messing up is significant.

It was planned to lay the tiles in the bathroom on our own, but by that time we were already very much out of schedule. Therefore, they threw their resource on laying tiles in the corridor and laying laminate flooring, and they invited a specialist to the bathroom through the Onliner.by "Services". The walls were more or less even (within the limits of what is leveled with tile glue), so no additional processing was done. We just plastered all the holes from old dowels and other fasteners.

To save space, we bought a toilet with a direct release due to the peculiarities of the drain, and thus it went into the depth of another 10 cm. All planning work was done independently in the Pro100 program. It is quite easy to learn. I downloaded the pictures of the tiles on the Internet and simply threw them into the program. Dimensions are given in three dimensions and there are many ready-made models. You won't get cool renders of the 3dMax level, but to understand whether this option suits you and how it will look - more than enough.

The corridor turned out to be the last "dirty" section and remained untouched for a long time, and it is always difficult to finish. Gathering will in a fist, with the father-in-law laid the tiles on the floor in two passes. The transitions between the tile and the laminate were covered with a strip with silicone gaskets to prevent squeaking.

Two shields were installed on the wall at the entrance: one for the machines, the second for the tails of the cables. There was a shallow niche in the corridor, previously there was a wardrobe, but it was inconvenient to hang anything there, since the niche is very short. We decided to make an ordinary hanger, and install a bench in the niche itself.

With a price in the region of 300 rubles, we managed to make a cut, purchase all the accessories, drills. From the remnants of the sheet, I additionally made a rack and several shelves. I performed all the additives myself. It turned out not perfect, but it gained valuable experience. I got the mirror for free. The hanger was bought white in Jysk for 20 rubles and repainted in the desired color.

After removing the wallpaper, I plastered and putty the walls. The batteries were painted with radiator paint. The doors, as in the bathroom, were painted with paint in the color of the existing furniture (dark wenge). They decided to lay a laminate on the floor, the same in all rooms. We laid it down with our father-in-law.

There was a mistake with the wallpaper. For the second room, we bought ordinary paper wallpaper (about 5 rubles per roll).We thought: why buy expensive wallpaper if this one looks fine too, but after pasting the joints became dark and looked ugly, besides, the paper wallpaper is very fragile and can be easily wiped off. As a result, vinyl on a non-woven basis was later bought in this room and in all the others. Relatives helped to glue.

For a long time we lived with a light bulb in a socket, and later we bought LED lamps for both rooms. Stretch ceilings in all rooms were made; this is the best option for hiding the wiring under the ceiling. In addition, a big plus in preserving the contents of the apartment when flooding from above. Ceiling stretching work was ordered from specialists.

Some of our furniture and household appliances have been accumulated over the years in rented apartments. Therefore, we drove in with what was, and later bought in addition. In the kitchen: table, chairs, oven. In the corridor: a curbstone, a carpet and a coffee table in the hall. In the future, we plan to equip the hall by adding storage systems.

Together with furniture and household appliances, the renovation of the apartment cost us $ 5,000. Below are the costs (prices are in dollars).

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