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I fostered so many kids I had no bedroom for myself – but converted my junk-filled garage using Ikea buys & an egg chair
Keep reading for top tips on converting a garage
A MAN has revealed how he transformed his garage into his bedroom using bargain buys.
Geraldo Carrera took to social media to show off the home transformation revealing he had to move from his bedroom.
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He revealed: "I foster a few kids and ended up with no bedroom for myself.
"So decided with the help from a friend, to convert my garage into a bedroom for myself."
The selfless man was prepared to make the foster children feel as comfortable as possible while staying at his home.
The garage was filled with junk at the start but fortunately it was already insulated making it liveable for him.
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He revealed the only major work he had to do was to insulate the roll up garage door to ensure it didn't get breezy.
Once he had organised the items in the garage he began to move in some clean rugs to create a carpet on the floor.
He then moved in a sold wooden bed along with a chest of drawers and an Ikea Kallax unit for extra storage.
Making the garage homely he added a gorgeous rattan egg chair to the corner of the room as well as a monstera plant for some greenery.
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Finishing touches in the room included a giant dried leaf and art hung up to create a feature wall.
He added that he added a large white curtain to the garage to split it into two rooms and create a walk-in wardrobe.
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The post shared to the Facebook group,, went viral with over 500 likes.
People were quick to praise him for the conversion.
One person wrote: "Wow! It looks great! You did a fantastic job!"
Another commented: "Great Job."
"This is amazing," penned a third.
How to convert a garage
Here's the basics on converting a garage so it can be a liveable room
- Insulate Walls and Ceiling: Garages are often not insulated. Add insulation to the walls and ceiling to make the space comfortable and energy-efficient.
- Install Flooring: Garages typically have concrete floors. Install subflooring and choose a comfortable flooring material like carpet, hardwood, or laminate.
- Upgrade Electrical System: Ensure the garage has sufficient electrical outlets and lighting. You may need to add new circuits or upgrade the electrical panel.
- Add Plumbing (if necessary): If you plan to include a bathroom or sink, you will need to extend plumbing lines into the garage.
- Extend HVAC System: Extend your home’s heating and cooling system to the garage. Alternatively, install a separate unit like a ductless mini-split system.
- nstall Windows: If the garage doesn't have windows, add them to provide natural light and ventilation. Ensure they meet egress requirements for bedrooms.
- Replace Garage Door: Replace the garage door with a wall and a standard exterior door or convert it into a large window.
- moke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure safety.
- Emergency Egress: Ensure there is a safe exit in case of emergency, typically through a window or door.
Meanwhile a fourth said: "It looks fantastic!"
"Brilliant,” claimed a fifth.
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Someone else added: “Absolutely gorgeous."
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