If your collection of books challenges that of the British Library, a dedicated reading room will free up space elsewhere, and it's perfect for those who don't need a home office, but love to read and want a bolt-hole away from the bustle of the house.
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Carpenters charge around £20 an hour, so a wall of shelving could cost around £500. You could recoup this and more on resale, as storage is a big plus for prospective buyers.
Changing the use of a spare room entirely - into an extra bathroom or utility - is a bold step as there is no option of using it for guests. Whether it will add value depends on the size of your house. According to the NAEA, a second bathroom is only worth the sacrifice in a house with more than four bedrooms.
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