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I gave my council house kitchen a mega makeover for just £70 – a £2 B&M buy transformed the nicotine stained tiles
Scroll down to find out more on how to get a council house and the rules on transforming them
A WOMAN has revealed that she lives in a council house and has given her kitchen a total transformation, without breaking the bank.
So if the cost of living crisis has made your purse feel tighter than ever before, but you’re looking to give your home some much-needed TLC, then you’ve come to the right place.
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Thanks to bargain buys from the high-street, this DIY fan was able to glam up her space, all whilst on a budget.
The savvy mum, who recently showed off her impressive bathroom makeover, explained that thanks to cheap buys from B&M, she was able to give her kitchen a total overhaul.
The mother, who is ‘turning a council flat into a dream home’ for her and her toddler, Lucas, took to social media to share a before and after look at her kitchen, leaving many totally stunned.
Posting online, the content creator shared a clip of her kitchen and said: “This is how I transformed my flat.
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“Council kitchen transformation on a budget for under £70.”
She confirmed that for less than £70, she has given the space a mega glow up, using just paint and peel and stick vinyl wrap.
The DIY enthusiast advised: “Get yourselves down to B&M for the cupboard paint and the tile paint.”
She confirmed that she used Johnstone’s paint, which ranges from just £15, from B&M, to give her once brown cupboards a freshen up.
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Not only this, but a handy buy, which cost only £2, also from B&M, came in really handy in the painting process.
Rather than wasting time using tiny paintbrushes, this savvy DIY fan nabbed a £2 mini roller tray set, which made the process a lot smoother and much faster.
My council house bathroom was a state and smelt of wee so I gave it a makeover with a £14 B&M buy and it 'looks fantastic'
She also picked up some marble-effect d-c-fix from B&M, to turn her once very dark and dull counter tops from drab to fab.
She explained: “Removed all the handles and gave the sides and cupboards a good clean.
How can I get a council house?
To apply for a council home, you need to fill out and hand in an application to your local authority.
To find your local authority, simply use the Government's council locator tool on its website.
Once you have access to your local council's website, it should offer you guidelines on how to complete your application.
After applying, you'll most likely have to join a waiting list.
Bear in mind, even if you are put on a waiting list, this doesn't guarantee you a council house offer.
Your council should also offer you advice on how to stay in your current home and solve any issues you might have, such as problems with a private landlord or mortgage.
You are eligible to if you are a British citizen living in the UK providing have not lived abroad recently.
Each council has its own local rules about who qualifies to go on the housing register in its area, but it is based on "points" or a "banding" system.
For example, you’re likely to be offered housing first if you:
- are homeless
- live in cramped conditions
- have a medical condition made worse by your current home
- are seeking to escape domestic violence
Once you are high enough on a council's waiting list, it will contact you when a property is available.
Some councils let people apply at the age of 18, while others let you apply even sooner at 16-year-olds.
EU workers and their families and refugees may also be eligible.
A council house is reached through a points system, so depending on your housing needs, you may be considered low priority.
The council will contact you about any available property once you are high enough on the waiting list.
There is no limit on how long you can expect to be on the waiting list.
“Then I painted the cupboards white with the cupboard paint and a roller.
“I painted the tiles white as they were nicotine stained and needed a freshen up.
Rules on transforming your council house
According to , the kind of improvements you can make to your council property depends on the type of tenancy you have.
Introductory tenants are usually limited to minor improvements like redecorating inside.
If you’re a secure tenant, you have the right to carry out improvements to your property. These include:
- installing a new bathroom or kitchen
- building an extension
- putting up a garden shed or greenhouse
- installing a new gas fire or fireplace
- cavity wall insulation
- redecorating the outside of a house
- fitting an aerial or satellite dish
You might need your council’s written permission for work you do. if you’re not sure.
“I applied marble vinyl wrap to the sids and spray painted the handles black.”
Thrilled with her kitchen’s epic new look, the mother beamed: “It’s not perfect but it’s a million times better than before.”
SOCIAL MEDIA USERS REACT
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 23,400 views.
Social media users were left stunned at the kitchen renovation and were keen to express this in the comments.
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One person said: “Looks amazing.”
Another added: “Looks fab.”
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A third commented: “Looks soo nice.”
Whilst someone else penned: “Much brighter and beautiful.”
How to do your council house up on the cheap
- Take inspiration from pricier shops and head to B&M, Home Bargains for interior decorations.
- Head to YouTube for easy to follow tutorials on how to decorate rather than paying for professionals.
- For a quick glow-up for your floors or anywhere with tiles, opt for stick-on vinyl to save on costs.
- A lick of paint does wonders to make a room feel brand-new.
- Switch out kitchen cupboard knobs for modern ones instead of buying brand-new cupboards
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