Saturday, February 5, 2011

Things To Consider When Renovating Your Bathroom

By Barry Smith


The number one home improvement these days is a bathroom renovation. Bathrooms have become a place in our home that's used for more than just hygiene. Many people now spend time relaxing in the bathroom as it's a personal retreat for them.

There are so many options to consider when renovating a bathroom, but the standard rules have changed a bit. People include all sorts of different things in their bathrooms now, like chairs and other pieces of furniture. The most important thing to take note of before getting into any work is the actual space you have. You want to make sure the layout is extremely functional.

In addition to considering the functionality, also consider the openness. If it's not too crowded, it will feel larger. A part of doing this in a successful way is by setting up the ideal layout. Another thing to look for are materials that can easily be maintained and cleaned.

Renovating a bathroom can get quite expensive, but it depends on how much you choose to spend. A new vanity top or a simple light fixture can cost just a couple hundred dollars. However, a complete renovation can cost $10,000+.

With all the high quality products and materials available for your bathroom, you can really make it a special room. It can become more than just a shower, toilet and a sink.

For larger bathrooms, adding a piece of furniture or display case really add a nice touch. Wicker chairs are very popular in bathrooms. The display case or chair can create a feeling of an old fashion powder room.

Paint is another way to change the feel of the bathroom. Mixing and matching different colors can really create a fun and vibrant bathroom. If you're not that adventurous and want to stick with a simple paint job, then you can add fixtures that create the pop. Picture frames, towels or even a nice plant can do the trick.

Unfortunately, this can get expensive but the good news is that you're improving the value of your home. You'll also have a nicer room that you're extremely proud of!




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