Every renovation project opens up a world of possibilities, with thousands of options to choose from. This means decision fatigue can set in quickly. To help keep the excitement alive, we’ve compiled our best recommendations on how to avoid remodeling decision fatigue, which will make the entire process much smoother.
1. Make a plan and stick to it.
Before you start remodeling, be clear with yourself and any professionals involved in the process about your preferences and the scope of the project. For example, if you are choosing between a concrete or marble countertop, be firm when you say, “Marble isn’t in our budget.” Make a plan, write it down, make a mood board – do whatever it takes to stick to your plan for the duration of your project.
2. Narrow down your options.
It’s easier to choose between two or three types of a certain interior element than it is to choose between 10 of them. Trust your contractor to help you narrow it down when necessary; from there, you can make the final decision. If this isn’t an option, try the process of elimination as a way to help you make decisions. In other words, if you think A is better than B, then it doesn’t matter whether B is better than C.
3. Delegate.
You don’t have to make every decision yourself. Certain aspects of your home renovation project should be left to the professionals you hire. Otherwise, you may end up micromanaging and exhausting your decision-making abilities. Prioritize the critical decisions that only you can make, and let the pros execute the work.
4. Don’t rush.
You don’t want to put your project on hold needlessly but if you prepare ahead of time, you’ll be able to spread your decisions over several stages and minimize the compounding effect of decision fatigue. When you get an estimate, make sure you review it and discuss it with your contractor before agreeing to it.
5. Surround yourself with the right people.
It could be a close family member, friend, spouse or partner. It could also be the dedicated project manager you hired for your renovation. Run your ideas by them. At the same time, they may even challenge your thought process. This will allow you to make the best choice for you.
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