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In order to maintain a property in a good habitable condition in the long term, renovation and refurbishment work is necessary from time to time. But especially the renovation work often brings a lot of dust and construction noise with it. Not in every case, however, a rent reduction is justified because of a renovation. However, there are other points that must be taken into account by both the owner and the tenant. Modernisation and conservation measures

Insulation work ( © maho / fotolia.com)It is basically in the nature of things that noise and dirt arise during renovation and conversion work. In tenancy law, however, instead of these common terms, modernization and maintenance measures are spoken, which is specifically formulated under § 555b BGB. Tenants have to tolerate this work in and on the house, because after all, the property should not deteriorate, which could ultimately be disadvantageous for both the landlord and the tenant and would lead to unnecessary legal disputes. Important facts about rent reduction due to renovation

if the contractual use of the residential property is impaired by modernization and maintenance measures as well as by construction work in the immediate vicinity, the tenant is entitled to … Read More

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You don’t like the fitted kitchen in the new apartment? Or your kitchen cabinets have seen better days, but a new kitchen is just not in it? Often small changes are enough to save the complete exchange for the time being. We have a few ideas on how you can renew your old kitchen fronts with little effort.

1. Paint kitchen kitchen fronts. The varnish is off, your once so beautiful kitchen is visibly getting old? Kitchen fronts made of real wood or real wood veneer can be refurbished by a carpenter professional.

If you can no longer see the wood tone of your kitchen furniture, a new coat of paint is definitely due. Depending on the material, kitchen fronts can be painted easily and inexpensively. When painting the kitchen fronts, do not be afraid of dark shades. A matt black looks noble and also gives a country-style kitchen a modern look.

Tip: Replace foiled kitchen fronts with special varnish. Detailed instructions can be found here.

2. Glue kitchen fronts. There is a quirk in the closet door? You want a new color for the foiled or would like to set a few colored accents? Doors and drawers can be … Read More

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You just don’t feel comfortable in your old kitchen anymore? Then it’s time for a kitchen renovation – true to the motto “From old to new!” But: Is it even worth restoring the kitchen? Wouldn’t it be wiser to invest in a new kitchen right away? Sometimes yes, sometimes not. In this article, we will give you tips on the circumstances under which it is worthwhile to modernize or retrofit the kitchen and when it might be better to plan a new kitchen right away. Renovating the kitchen – it’s easy to do

Beckermann fronts metallic copper and Siena Xtreme polar white; Photo: Beckermann Küchen#1 New front colour

Often a few simple steps are enough and your kitchen shines in new splendor. For example, with adhesive films in bright colors. Another possibility: You paint or paint the fronts in your desired color – you have had enough of your wooden kitchen? Then give it a new look with a bit of white paint. A bucket of paint is definitely cheaper than a complete new kitchen.#2 New handles

They are the underrated heroes of kitchen design: handles. Which handles a kitchen has, or whether it has any at all (keyword: handleless … Read More

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Replacing kitchen kitchen fronts: Is it worth it?

Small scratches, chipped spots, faded paint, blisters and stubborn splashes of grease: kitchen fronts get a lot out of their daily cooking front over the course of their use. Depending on the intensity of use and quality of the kitchen fronts, they can look ugly after just a few years and turn the former dream kitchen into a place of horror. If the kitchen body, the tiles and also the kitchen worktop are still in order, then you can replace the kitchen fronts. Especially financially, this is a good solution.

If you want to pay even more attention to the budget, you can renew the kitchen fronts, i.e. refurbish them cost-effectively yourself. For example, you can paint in a new color, wrap the kitchen (also possible in a high-gloss look) or glue it with plastic sheets or veneers and thus beautify the kitchen.

As soon as damage has occurred to the kitchen body, i.e. to the cabinets themselves, or you urgently need to install a new tile mirror and the worktop also needs to be replaced, it may no longer be worthwhile to replace the kitchen fronts. In this case, you should … Read More

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You renovate where others only fill. You can still get something out of your old Küche. We’ll show you how.

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You renovate where others only fill. You can still get something out of your old kitchen. We’ll show you how.

Also ne kitchen comes times in the years. Then it’s time to do something. A completely new kitchen is expensive, so you should think carefully beforehand whether this is necessary at all. You can also make a big impact with a smaller budget and less effort.

If you are mainly concerned with revamping the look and bringing in a bit of fresh air, you can make many cheaper renovations to your kitchen. However, if hinges, fittings or pull-outs of the cabinets are broken in your kitchen, you should think about buying a new kitchen. Even if you need much more space in the kitchen or want to change the whole room structurally, a new kitchen is worthwhile. If your conclusion is optical change, then you can still make something out of your old kitchen. Make something new out … Read More

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To renovate a kitchen, there are countless possibilities. We show you 14 great ideas and tips with which your kitchen will soon appear in a new light.A new kitchen is expensive. Although the price varies depending on the equipment and material, you usually do not pay the cost of a kitchen from the cash register. If the basic substance is still in order, the heart of the house can be renovated with less cost and less effort. 14 ideas for a kitchen in new splendour.Renovating the kitchen – 14 big and small ideas1. Hanging the ceilingIf you think about renovating, you rarely think about the ceiling. But if the ceiling is too high or if the previous tenant has immortalized an unsightly fresco, something should happen. Stretch ceilings can be a good alternative in such cases. This allows a ceiling to be suspended without having to touch the actual ceiling.

© schankz / ShutterstockThe stretch ceilings are made of PVC (film stretch ceilings) or polyester fibres (fabric stretch ceilings). If you are looking for something special, you may find it in the film stretch ceilings, because a gloss effect can be achieved with these.Reading tip: Here you can learn more … Read More

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28. December 2022 Category(s): General The right starting point for your kitchen renovation

A successful kitchen renovation starts with the right starting point. If you want to modernize or renew your kitchen, you should first think about what exactly you want to achieve with your kitchen. Some people just want to bring their kitchen up to date with the latest technology. Others want to remodel and modernize their kitchen to bring a new style to their home.

These two goals have different implications for the way you should renovate your kitchen. If you just want to bring your kitchen up to date with the latest technology, you should first of all take care of the functionality of your kitchen. Make sure that all appliances and fixtures in your kitchen work properly and that they are suitable for your usage habits. But also consider the aesthetic aspects of your kitchen – after all, it should look beautiful!

Modernizing or renewing your kitchen, on the other hand, has more far-reaching implications for the way you should renovate your kitchen. If you want to remodel and modernize your kitchen, pay particular attention to the following things:Make sure everything fits together in your new … Read More

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