I thought updating my living room would be simple a weekend project with fresh paint, new light fixtures, and a few furniture tweaks. I quickly discovered that even small renovations have their surprises.
My first mistake? Not measuring carefully. The rug I ordered looked perfect online but ended up too small, and one shelf didn’t fit the wall as I had imagined. I also underestimated how long painting would take what I thought would be a single day dragged into two weekends.
Hiring a contractor without checking reviews thoroughly added minor delays and extra stress that could have been avoided.
By the time everything was done, the room looked warm, inviting, and refreshed. But the real lesson went beyond aesthetics: careful planning, patience, and attention to detail make all the difference. Small mistakes happen, but they’re also the best way to learn.
