How to avoid Common Mistakes when Renovating your Bathroom
Bathroom remodels are exciting! You may have been dreaming for years about tearing out your outdated fixtures and flooring and installing a cozy, modern bathroom. Before you jump in, however, take some time to plan so that you avoid these common bathroom renovation mistakes. You’ll thank us when the remodel is complete!
Including too many design themes
You might love a coastal feel when soaking in the tub but want to feel elegant and sophisticated while sitting at the vanity to put on your makeup, but trying to combine both of these styles into the same bathroom is a recipe for disaster. Without a cohesive design theme, your bathroom will not only look like a mess - it will not provide the peace and tranquility you need to relax!
Using the wrong materials
Some materials are simply not suited for use in moist areas like a bathroom. No matter how great hardwood flooring looks when you install it, it will be warped and swollen within a few months. Everything that goes into your bathroom - from the flooring to the furniture - should be highly moisture resistant.
Poor lighting
While it was once the norm in bathrooms, a single bright light in the center of the room no longer works for most people. Ideally, you want to combine ambient lighting, task lighting, and natural light (if available) in your bathroom. With the proper combination of these three, you will be able to see to put in your contact lenses but will not be blinded when you step out of the shower.
Using low-quality fixtures
We are as interested in saving money as anyone else, but there are some areas where you simply should not skimp. When it comes to bathroom fixtures, you often get what you pay for. A low quality faucet might look shiny when it comes out of the box, but it will quickly turn into frustration when you constantly have to reattach the handles. And if that mirror that was meant to be hung in an entryway (see mistake #2 above!) is made of metal, it will ruin your entire design when it starts to rust.
Trying to DIY too much
Some bathroom upgrades are great candidates for DIY projects - most reasonably skilled people can hang a mirror or install shelving. Replacing a tub requires a whole different set of skills, however. If you are not a professional plumber or remodeler, we highly advise leaving any plumbing work or major changes to a professional. One poorly sealed pipe can cost you much more than professional installation ever would have!
If you are planning to remodel your bathroom, it is always a good idea to consult with a design and installation professional before you begin. Even if you are capable of handling some of the work yourself, our design experts will help you avoid these remodeling pitfalls and many more. Don’t wait until after your remodel is complete to realize you made a common mistake - call us today to ensure your remodeling success!
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