Renovation Trends That Decrease The Value Of Your Home

51. Fake Ceiling Beams

Year of Popularity: 2013-Present
Est. Cost: $375-$525 per beam*
According to Homes.com, faux beams do “not add value,” as only “capital improvement” will add value to your home for resale. The allure of faux wooden beams is understandable, as they give a space a chic, farmhouse-like feel. However, these beams can also make a space feel smaller, much in the same way that dropped ceilings can.

Basically, faux wooden beams are in the same category as other personal preferences. While this addition, though not cheap, is a great idea if you’re not planning to sell your home, be careful about over-customization and over-individualization when renovating your home for sale.