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Tips for a Bathroom Remodel
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Monday, November 10, 2014
It may have been that leaky faucet or the tile
reminded you of your grandmother’s house, but you have finally decided to
tackle the renovation of your bathroom. While this may seem like a lot of work — measuring, deciding what
colors to use, choosing fixtures, doing it yourself or having a pro do it — it
doesn’t have to be stressful. Before you decide to update your bathroom, read
these tips to make the whole project go smoothly.
• Sit in a bathtub before you buy it
It all depends on size: your bathroom’s size and
how tall you are. A giant bathtub isn’t going to fit in a small bath, nor does
a tall person want to be cramped in a bathtub. A 60-inch tub tends to be the
norm in many homes, but this may not be what you want. Choose an extra-deep tub
if you don’t have room for a large tub. See if the angled back fits your
comfort level. See what feels comfortable and looks best to you. So sit in that
bathtub you’ve been dreaming of before you buy it to see if you fit in it and
to see if it fits your bathroom.
• Make sure you have the proper tools and
equipment
You wouldn’t hang a photo on the wall without a
nail and hammer. So why would you start a bathroom project without knowing what
caulk to use or which screwdriver you’ll need? Consult a local home improvement
store if you’re deciding to do-it-yourself for any advice they have and what
tools will work best for your specific project. And our thoughts on the right
caulk tend to lean toward an acrylic kind or hybrid formula. That way you can
remove items without the harsh use of chemicals.
• Consider your budget
The budget will have a vast impact on what
materials you choose to use during a bathroom improvement project. Focusing on
the budget will also help you decide which parts of the design are most
important to redo (Do you really need new handles on the bathroom drawers or do
you want to update the shower?). You can get creative with your budget too!
Knowing what parts of your remodel you can afford and what parts may remain on
a wish list will help enable you in determining what parts of the bathroom need to be re-done versus what you would
just like to be re-done. A good rule
of thumb is to set some money aside for the unexpected, such as mold or a water
problem.
• Make a checklist
This one may seem obvious, but it will help you get
everything you want done, on budget and (possibly) on time. The unexpected may happen
to anyone, so budget and length may take more money and more time than you
projected, but putting everything into a checklist can help you know what is
getting done and when. Some examples of what to include in your checklist
include the following: measure the bathroom to know what fixtures can fit into
the space; locate all the water shutoff valves in your home so there are no
water problems when taking out fixtures and putting new ones in; and, decide
whether or not you will donate your old bathroom fixtures or if they need to be
hauled away — make these plans accordingly.
• Determine your DIY skills and then call an
expert for the parts you can’t do
Not everyone has the ability to renovate a
bathroom from start to finish and make it look like the inspiration you saw in
the magazine — and that’s OK. But if you’re determined to take on some of the
projects by yourself, be extremely sure of what skills you have. If you know
for a fact you can’t install that new shower stall, then call an expert. That’s going to cost more money though!,
you may be thinking. But that’s not the case; if you do a project yourself and
then it needs to be fixed because you weren’t able to do something properly,
calling someone else to do it will cost you more money. Consult a professional
(such as Kelly Bros.!) who can not only help you save on costly DIY mishaps,
but they can tell you what items to purchase that will look great in your
bathroom and fit your budget.
Did you have items
on your remodel checklist that we didn’t include here? Or do you have tips for
anyone looking to renovate their bathroom that we didn’t mention? Let us know
your thoughts in the comments!
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