Our Bathroom Renovation Tips
Bathroom renovations may be a challenging and complex procedure. However, by following some of these helpful tips and methods, you will find the entire procedure much smoother and stress-free!
Bathroom Remodel and Renovation Tips
The bathroom is one of the most difficult rooms in the house to completely renovate without meeting at least one or two issues. Friends and family are unlikely to modify their bathrooms on a regular basis, therefore they will most likely be short on bathroom renovation advice!
This area is sometimes challenging even without renovation stress since, like the kitchen, it requires the use of a water supply and electrical devices. When you combine these two components in what is often a small space with a few active individuals going about their daily lives, you may expect an impending disaster.
Being prepared can help you avoid disasters. When it comes to bathroom renovations, there are a few things to consider before you start.
Set up a Budget
Budgeting is the most common issue encountered by owners during renovations. It’s generally because they didn’t give themselves enough freedom and simply accepted the quoted amount as the final price. What is sometimes neglected is that many things can change between the start and end of a project. It might be as simple as discovering mould or mildew behind your old tiles and needing to remove it, to your plumber unintentionally throwing your gleaming new ceramic down the stairs.
Remember, while setting a budget for your remodelling, you’d rather have extra expenditures incorporated in than have to borrow extra money that wasn’t accounted in.
Contact a plumber once all bathroom materials are received and checked
One common mistake is contacting a plumber or fitter before having all of the components in your home ready to be installed. We recommend waiting until all items have been checked and tested before scheduling a date with the plumber. This way, if a rare delay occurs, you will not be out of money for a day’s worth of labour.
Make sure all measurements are correct
It is vital to make the most of your bathroom’s space, and we cannot emphasise enough the need of double-checking all dimensions. We recommend using our online bathroom planner to get an accurate concept of spacing and layout.
Always Choose Quality Ceramics
It can be difficult to understand the reasoning behind each decision and purchase. Finding the right mix of flair and function can be tricky at times.
Whether you are going to have a bath tub or walk-in shower, we suggest purchasing high-quality, simple-yet-stylish ceramics and fixtures that may be coordinated with various wall and floor design. Quality white ceramics should remain relevant for years to come, they will help maximise natural light, and if you become dissatisfied with your new bathroom, a quick toilet seat or tap replacement in a couple of years will make it feel like new again.
Hire an experienced plumber
You may believe that DIY will save you money, but in the long run, a correctly installed bathroom will last longer than a poorly built one. When hiring a plumber or fitter, make sure to conduct your research and seek referrals.
Family and friends are ideal for this because you can review his/her previous work. Online recommendations are more popular than ever, with websites full of experts with genuine reviews and ratings.