Menards® - What Do Built-In Features Add to a Home? 5 Things to Consider

What Do Built-In Features Add to a Home? 5 Things to Consider

Did your childhood home have a bay window seat perfect for curling up with a good book? Have you always admired the unique china hutch at your grandma's house? Maybe your neighbor’s kitchen always feels perfectly organized thanks to their clever cupboards and shelves. Whether you’re flipping a house or renovating your dream home, chances are you’ve considered adding a few built-ins.

While you’ve probably heard real estate agents and interior design enthusiasts rave about the built-ins of iconic homes, you might wonder what these unique features can add to your house. Here are five ways built-ins can enhance your home.

Storage

While artistic built-ins can elevate a home's appearance, they also offer practical benefits. A built-in bookshelf can add a cozy, classic feel to a living room and provide convenient storage for knickknacks and books. A window seat with cubbies can transform a bedroom from ordinary to elegant while also providing a place to store shoes, children’s toys, and other miscellaneous items.

Seating

We’ve all been there—you’re hosting a family gathering or a holiday party, and no matter how many chairs you drag in from the dining room, it always feels like your living room could use more seating. Built-in benches are a great way to add seating to family rooms, dining rooms, or kitchens. Whether you design a custom breakfast nook or add seating under the front window in your living room, built-in seating is a great and creative solution for households that love to host.

Resale Value

While some home renovations—like upgrading your front door locks—are a typical part of home maintenance, other projects are simply for fun. When renovating, homeowners often hesitate to make drastic or permanent changes in order to maintain their home’s resale value. However, built-ins can be an exception to this rule. Well-crafted built-ins that provide practical benefits often appeal to potential buyers—especially those who value additional storage space.

Character

Since built-ins provide practical and aesthetic benefits, they’re an excellent and reliable way to add unique character to your home. If your kids love to read, consider building a quaint reading nook in their bedroom or the family room. If you or your spouse adores cooking, customizing your pantry and kitchen with unique built-ins can be a great birthday or anniversary gift. While these additions can keep your house organized, they also add a sentimental touch to your home.

Security

Built-ins can be an eye-catching feature, but they can also be a subtle way to store valuable items. A great way to boost your home’s security is to keep valuables, firearms, and important documents in a reliable safe—and a built-in compartment can make your safe inconspicuous and protected. Whether you buy a gun safe on sale and create a discrete built-in for it or design a custom wall safe, this creative feature can make your home more secure.

About Menards®

Since opening its doors in 1958, Menards® has helped turn ordinary houses into forever homes—one project at a time. Whether you recently bought a starter house or have spent years creating your dream home, Menards® offers reliable materials and friendly service to help you complete your next project from start to finish. The friendly store associates at your local Menards® will be ready to answer any questions you have, whether you’re looking for tiles for ceilings or wondering why, when buying new deck boards, composite options are a great choice. Their comprehensive buying guides and project planning tools can help you prepare for your next project. Once your plans are drawn and you’re ready to get started, stop by your local Menards® to gather the tools and materials you need.

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