Whether you have kids already, want them in the future, or are expecting, you can update your home in a number of ways to prepare. These renovations will make your home safer, easier to clean, and more fun and welcoming for your children.

5 Home Renovation Ideas for Growing Families

1. Smart Flooring Choices

Instead of traditional carpet, an easy-to-clean material like vinyl is the best choice to deal with dirt and spills. If you do want carpet, choose options like area rugs or carpet tiles that make it easier to replace stained sections.

2. Easy-Clean Walls

Your kids are likely to draw on the wall at some point, so make it easy to wipe off. A sturdy semi-gloss paint is easy to clean of crayon and pencil, and tile is a good bathroom choice that is resistant to marks.

3. Closed Storage Spaces

Babies and toddlers are notorious for pulling everything off a shelf the second you turn your back. Closed, built-in storage spaces like latching cupboards and drawers will help you avoid messes and hide dangerous items out of reach.

4. Accessibility Features

A standard home is sized for adults, not children, making it a difficult environment for them to navigate. There's a lot you can do to fix this, such as building floating cabinets with space for a footstool underneath, adding low countertops, and installing light switches lower on the wall.

5. Ask Your Kids!

If your children are old enough, ask them what they'd like to see in your home. This can be as simple as letting them choose a paint color in their bedroom or as extensive as adding lofts, book nooks, and toy rooms. Getting your child's opinion will help them feel involved and more at home.

Once you have a few ideas for your renovation, call Redwater Construction in Kailua-Kona, HI. Serving the Big Island for over 20 years, this family-owned contractor builds custom homes from the drafting stage to the final walkthrough. They also handle home remodeling. To get a free estimate for your project, call (808) 325-7880 or get in touch online.