Do:
Budget your bathroom
Making a budget for your bathroom is essential. A good way to start the remodeling process is to make a list of all the components in your bathroom and research their prices. Next, decide what you’re willing to spend on each so you can effectively estimate the total cost of your bathroom. Allow for some unexpected costs in your budget as well so that there are no huge surprises when the job is complete.
Allow for ample ventilation and light
Abundant light and ventilation will make your remodeled bathroom feel fresh and new. You don’t want to walk into a space that you just spend thousands of dollars on and feel like it’s dark and dingy. A ceiling fixture is perfect for general lighting in a bathroom, but lights installed over the vanity will truly be a great addition to your space. This way there will be no shadows when you look in the mirror and the space will be bright and airy.
Ventilation is crucial because when there is static, moist air mold and mildew may make a home on finishes and painted surfaces. A bathroom fan is the best defense for this as well as a window with a screen so that air can flow in and out of your newly remodeled space.
Consider resale value
Trends are always coming in and going out so make sure to consider the possible homeowner that may purchase your home in the future. Spend money only where it is due to receive the biggest payback down the road. By covering the basics- paint, updated lighting, re-caulking, and old vanity replacement- you can surely make more than you spent
Don’t:
Rush the process
Expecting your bathroom remodel to be done tomorrow is unreasonable. To get the job done right the fist time, it’s important that everything takes the appropriate amount of time. Hire skilled contractors that will take their time and complete the job at an efficient pace. If things are done too quickly, small things can be overlooked and cost you in the end.
Planning your remodel weeks or even months ahead of time till help move things along because there is a plan being followed. Commit to a plan and don’t try to rush it.
Forget about storage
Bathroom storage is often overlooked because it is not something that comes to mind when the words “bathroom remodel” are said. Although this may be true, running from the shower to the hallway linen closet is not fun. A closet inside the bathroom is ideal, but even a small shelf or chest that houses your towels and essentials would do the trick. Also, make sure you have enough storage for all the various health-care and first-aid essentials in your bathroom.
Forget to factor in water usage
Homeowners looking to purchase your home in the future will definitely be looking for water-efficient fixtures in your bathroom. It’s easy to install a water saving showerhead or toilet. Do your research and make sure that it is affordable not only for the future, but also for you now. By purchasing water-efficient fixtures you could save on your monthly water and energy bills.
