Giving your bathroom a major facelift is not an easy task, but working with top Atlanta bathroom remodeling professionals can reduce the stress and make the project more fun.
In planning your bathroom remodel, be mindful of mistakes that can give you bigger headaches and cost you time and money. We’ve listed a few to watch out for.
1. Designing your bathroom to look like a showroom
You’ve oohed and aahed at bathroom showrooms and now want yours to look just like them. Before you start ordering that oversized tub or state-of-the-art shower head, think about how they would go with your space and lifestyle.
A tub that’s too large will not only cramp your space, it will also take a long time—and plenty of water—to fill. If you’re sharing it with your kids, getting them in and out of it can also be difficult. Consider your daily routines and basic bathroom needs before splurging on fancy fixtures, finishes, and accessories.
2. Over personalizing
There’s no doubt a well-designed bathroom can serve as your very own sanctuary, but avoid the temptation of personalizing everything, especially if you have plans to sell the home after five years or so. For instance, those orange tiles may give your bathroom the energy you love, but they can turn off many buyers. It will also cost you plenty of time and money to retile when the time comes.
If your long term plans include selling the house, it’s best to go neutral with your bathroom design to appeal to more buyers in the future.
3. Not thinking the layout through
In bathroom renovations, it’s easy to get carried away by ideas on finishes and style, and neglecting to plan for functionality. This can turn out to be frustrating when you start using the bathroom.
Think of your movement around the room and design the space for safety and convenience. For example, the toilet paper holder should be easy to reach from the toilet seat, and the towel rack should be close enough to the shower or tub. For sanitation purposes, there should be a distance of at least 60 cm. between your toilet and the nearest item to it.
4. Not planning for storage
A beautiful new bathroom can quickly turn unsightly when there’s too much clutter. Plan for the right amount of storage so you can conceal toilet and grooming supplies and avoid stuffing the counters.
If you have a small space, get creative with where to add storage without making the room look crowded. Built in shelving is a popular and effective solution for small spaces, as well as mirrored cabinets, and drawers or cabinets under sinks.
5. Choosing the wrong finishes and materials
Your bathroom is exposed to more moisture and temperature changes than any other part of your home. For this reason, what may work in your kitchen may not be suitable for your bathroom.
For example, if you’re planning to use ordinary wallpaper, expect it to peel off more quickly than it would in the kitchen. Ordinary paint can also deteriorate faster. The same goes for untreated or improperly treated wood. Avoid costly repairs and replacements down the road by using materials that are specifically made for bathrooms.
In planning your new bathroom, make sure you think through both style and function so you’ll have a personal space that can make day- to-day living more comfortable and enjoyable.
Sources:
33 Mistakes to Avoid When Designing a Bathroom, LoveProperty.com
7 Mistakes Not to Make in Your Bathroom Remodel, Bobvila.com
