26/05/2010 13:00:00
Home improvers often appear to be converting their garages for a range of different purposes, new figures have suggested.
As many as 650,000 of the country's garages have been converted in recent times, research from Santander Mortgages has shown, with the firm noting that they can be turned into the likes of bedrooms and study areas.
The organisation's director of mortgages, Phil Cliff, believes that garage renovations do not necessarily require large investments.
He commented: "For many homeowners, maximising their current space is a far more affordable and convenient option than moving home."
According to Mr Cliff, only a "relatively modest investment" may be needed to convert a garage into a different kind of room.
Meanwhile, householders considering the introduction of
panel blinds as part of their home improvement work may want to take note of separate Santander research published last month.
DIY problems might cost people £331 million this year, Santander Insurance UK suggested.
Posted by Clayton Jones.
