Menards® Can Help You Set Up Your ADU for Long-Term Stays

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have become more popular in recent years. For families trying to house a parent or other family members, these small homes become logical extensions of the main house (and by extension, the family). They’re also a great rental option if you want to generate additional income. If you’re considering opening up a backyard cottage or cabin to the ADU market, Menards® is here to help with a wide selection of tools, supplies, and friendly advice. Here are some additions that’ll make it more guest-ready.

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Remodel the Kitchen

Often, ADUs only have small kitchenettes. Setting up your unit with a full kitchen, including modern appliances, can help guests feel more at home by allowing them to make home-cooked meals. Incorporating natural materials like wood or granite augments those feelings, thanks to their quality and the feelings of warmth they evoke. Menards® offers a wide selection of appliances, cabinets, sinks, and anything else you need to upgrade your ADU’s kitchen.

Build an Outdoor Living Room

If the ADU is small, an outdoor living space can become an extension of the house. Make that happen by building a deck or patio and setting it up with a patio furniture table set for outdoors from Menards®. Cozy furniture pieces invite renters to eat outside, especially on barbecue nights. It’s also a space where remote workers can set up when the weather’s nice, which might be a draw for professionals and digital nomads.

Encourage Conversations With a Fire Pit

People have been gathering around campfires for centuries to connect with loved ones and share stories. Propane fire pits offer a modern take on the old-fashioned campfire, often inviting the same kinds of deep conversation and even some marshmallow roasting. If the ADU is meant to function as an extension of your main home, the fire pit and the convos it inspires will be particularly welcome. Menards® offers a wide selection of fire pits in different sizes to fit your ADU’s patio space.

Set the Bathroom Up for Extra Guests

Practical additions like double sink bathroom vanities can make your rental attractive to couples or parents with kids. This addition makes mornings smoother because more people can use the bathroom at once for activities like teeth-brushing. The double sink setup usually comes with more under-the-sink space, too, which can be great for storing towels and other items.

Find everything you need to set up your ADU from Menards® at https://www.menards.com/