At some point in the life of your home, your bathroom will need an upgrade. The bathroom is a very important room. It can add to or take away from the home’s value. It is a room we share with every visitor that we entertain. So, it is important that the bathroom be aesthetically pleasing, functional and in good repair. You can remodel your bathroom on a budget and add a lot of value to your home. In many cases, you can save money by doing much of the remodeling yourself. Here are some tips to help get you started.
Make a budget
Regardless of the amount of money you earmark for the transformation of your bathroom, it is important to set a budget before you begin. This allows you to choose your materials, layout and designs wisely. Though your budget may limit your choices, you will find that prioritizing what you really want and what you could do without will give you the freedom to create your bathroom.
Take inventory
Reuse what you can. Paint cabinets, trim mirrors, change the knobs and hardware for an updated look. If you can refinish the shower, tub, or tile, you will save a bundle over the price of replacing it. Once you have decided what you can reuse, you can purchase the remaining materials. You should always have your materials on hand before you begin the actual project. This saves you time and helps you resist the urge to go to the home supply store because you are missing something.
Be smart enough to know, what you do not know
It may seem easy to move the sink, and toilet, but if you are not experienced with plumbing, you will soon find out it is not. If you can help it, do not move these items. You can change the vanity, build a faux wall or shelving to hide the toilet from view. (You should hide the toilet from view if possible. This is a much cheaper fix. If you must repair or replace plumbing or if you find issues with water damage, call an expert. If will cost less to have a professional fix it, then it will cost for them to undo your repairs and re-fix them.
Splurge on select items
Your vanity is important, as is your faucet. A beautiful faucet draws the eye and gives the room a modern look. Do not go with cookie-cutter faucets that everyone has, select your faucet, sink, or vanity from a place like Maestro Bath. If you cannot afford to replace all the tile, purchase a few pieces of glass or mosaic tile to place sporadically or as trim. These minor splurges have a huge impact on the beauty of your room.
Lighting
Don’t underestimate the importance of lighting. Just as old lighting fixtures can make a room look dull and outdated, new lighting fixtures can give your bathroom the extra pop it needs.
Flooring
If money is an issue, the best way to install a new floor in the bathroom is over the existing floor. Ripping out a floor is a tough job and sometimes it leaves pieces that are difficult to remove. Instead, opt to cover the floor using the flooring of your choice. (Vinyl is a good choice.) You can do more extensive remodeling at a future date when there is more money to invest in the transformation.
Style
By keeping your bathroom soothing and calming tones, you create a classic look that is understated and timeless. But, that doesn’t mean it has to be dull. Add a pop of color with plants, shelving, artwork, and plants. Not only does this look great, but it makes changing your bathroom much easier in the future. Stay away from color fads in the permanent fixtures and use them in accessories. This makes your future upgrade seamlessly.
It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to get a new look for your bathroom, By using a few key pieces you can get an impressive style today and add to the project over time.
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