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Professional Renovation Tips from the Experts – 2020 Edition

Professional Renovation Tips from the Experts

Professional Renovation Tips from the Experts – 2020 Edition

When you are doing a bathroom renovation it can be difficult to know where to spend your money so that you can make the most of it. If you are planning to renovate your bathroom in 2020, there are areas you can put your money towards that will give you the best return on your investment, and maybe even sell your home quicker if that is part of your motivation for this project.

SPLURGE ON THE FINISHING TOUCH

When you are picking out finishes for your bathroom, like countertops, it will definitely pay off, in the long run, to go the extra step and upgrade the finishes. A bathroom renovation will give you a better payback than any other home renovation, so spending a little extra to get a finish like natural stone or granite or quartz you will see the most return.

LIGHT IT UP

Your bathroom is one of the smallest rooms in your home, and with that it means it is lacking natural light. You should definitely put some serious thought into the lighting in this room; recessed lighting or a big statement light fixture will definitely work well to bring a lot of flattering light to the room and will make it appear much larger.

BRING THE LUXURY

By adding a freestanding bathtub, or really high-end faucets and a showerhead you will make the bathroom feel like a very high-end luxurious bathroom with just a few small touches. You could also add a steam shower or a sauna to bring it up to that next level too.

STORAGE

Bathrooms have a lot of accessories in them: personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, towels and lots of other things. You need a place to store all of these items, so if you can come with a great storage solution or even a custom storage cabinet you will definitely see the benefit personally, and when you sell your home potential buyers will appreciate the available storage space.

GO GREEN

By bringing plant life into your bathroom you will create a very natural feeling space. It might seem a little different, but by having flowers and other greenery in your bathroom you can create a really relaxing and calming atmosphere. You can also make it more appealing to potential buyers with the bright colours of flowers.

ADD COLOUR

When picking out your finishes keep things light because a dark finish can make the space feel dated. If you are set on adding pops of colour do it with items you can easily switch out: towels, baskets, accessories, shower curtains, etc. By adding accessories with pops of colour you are not adding anything permanent to your space, so if potential owners do not like it there is not a lot of work involved in removing the items. This also works if you want to change up the colours every now and then.

GET YOUR DIMENSIONS RIGHT

Understanding key measurements will help you plan your remodel. You will avoid buying fixtures that are too large as they would take too much space. Understand the dimensions of your bathroom and the size of a typical bathroom, the space a typical toilet occupies, and so on. You should also ensure that your countertop is at the right size off the floor (32 to 34 inches is the recommended height). If you have an above-counter vessel sink, ensure the counter height is lower to allow all family members to comfortably brush their teeth and wash their hands.

ENSURE THE TOILET IS NOT THE FIRST THING YOU SEE WHEN YOU OPEN THE DOOR

Oftentimes, when the bathroom door is left open, the toilet is the first thing one sees. This should not be the case since toilets are not the most aesthetically pleasing things to look at. If the john is front and center of the bathroom, it will kill the mood if your aim is to give your bathroom a spa-like vibe. Many anything but the toilet the focal point.

WORKING WITH TIGHT SPACES

If you have a tight space and traffic-flow problems due to how the shower door or the entry door swings open, you should consider installing your sink at the corner as this frees up space. Since installing a regular bathtub is not an option with a tight space, you can still enjoy the luxury of taking a bath. Many companies today are shrinking their bathtub models so they can fit in tight spaces. If you feel the space is too squeezed, consider converting the 5-foot by 2½-foot area occupied by the bathtub into a shower and you will have some extra feet to play around with.

CONSIDER HOW THE BATHROOM WILL DRY OUT

Removing moisture from the bathroom is of great importance as it helps prevent mold and mildew growth. You should have a multifaceted approach to removing moisture. You can have an operable window supported by a fan that vents outside (not into the attic).

INSTALL A CURVED SHOWER ROD

Installing a curved shower rod instead of the conventional straight rod is a surprisingly easy and cheap way of adding space to your shower. You will only pay a few extra dollars for a curved rod. Other than giving you additional space, curved models also look nicer and they attach to the wall with screws and not tension, which means you need not worry about them getting pulled down.

RIP UP THE UNDERLAYMENT

Removing old flooring vinyl or tiles can be energy and time consuming and it often leaves behind stubborn pieces that just won’t come off. A simpler, faster way is ripping up the underlayment alongside the floor covering by cutting the underlayment into small sections for easy removal. You will need to install new underlayment, but 1/4 inch cementboard or plywood is affordable and you will end up with a truly clean surface. Water damage is common in bathrooms, especially around the toilet – starting from scratch allows you to get rid of water-damaged underlayment.

By putting your efforts into these areas you can see the biggest returns on your project. Sometimes it is difficult to know where to put your money but by thinking about these renovation tips for 2020 you will have a better idea as to what you can do to make the most of your money and attract potential buyers.

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