Tips to Remodel Your Bathroom

Remodeling a bathroom does not have to be a stressful project. A well-planned remodeling gives a homeowner the ability to transform an outdated space in the home to one similar to a spa. However, the details involved can seem overwhelming so before remodeling your bathroom, consider these tips to make sure you get a stress free renovation.

Set your budget

Focus on your budget before making decisions regarding the remodel. Your overall budget will help you determine how much you can spend on the project. Divide the budget construction into categories: floors, walls, plumbing fixtures, lighting and hardware. Setting a realistic budget prevents your remodel from getting out of hand.

Design it yourself

Save money by creating your own layout and design of the bathroom. You can find good ideas on the Internet, through bathroom retailers, or at your local home improvement store. Home design magazines’ photographs and plans are an economical source of inspiration. View model homes to get a look at the latest designs and products for the bathroom. Interior design tools for computers allow you to be the architect and designer of your project.

Change the character with paint

Paint the walls for easy remodeling your bathroom. A fresh coat of paint in a different color transforms your boring walls instantly. If you hate that bubble gum pink tile, but the budget does not allow you to change it, take a can of paint and a tile epoxy to neutralizes the problem.

Illuminate the environment

Anyone who spends time in front of the bathroom mirror knows how important it is to have good lighting. Stay away from the fluorescent tubes and focus on stylish light bars located above the sink and sconces on each side. To complete a relaxing bath atmosphere, add a chandelier to create romantic lighting.

Renew porcelain surfaces

Instead of replacing higher priced items such as the tub, toilet, and tiles casing the shower or sink, hire a builder to reglaze porcelain surfaces. The whole process takes about 48 hours, requires minimal cleaning and will save you money and time.

Keep plumbing fixtures intact

To keep your budget within your limit, you can leave the plumbing in the place where they are now.  A contractor can make it seem like a simple change, but the reality is that the work and the cost involved could easily increase your budget. Instead of changing the location of the plumbing, use some of your savings to improve your lighting or your cabinets.

Add small touches to achieve a big impact

Sometimes the smallest things generate the most impact in bathroom remodeling. An economical way to give your bathroom a new look involves a simple change of hardware. Replace closet and drawer handles, or shower fixtures. New hardware coated in bronze or brushed nickel instantly creates a favorable impact in your bathroom.