Your bathroom is one of the most important rooms in your home. It’s where you get ready for work in the morning and make yourself look good for a date or a fun evening out on the town. It can be an oasis of relaxation after a long day, soaking in a nice bubble bath with your favorite beverage. Unfortunately, it can also be a source of stress if certain components aren’t functioning optimally, or it looks like you’ve just stepped back in time to the 1980s.
If your bathroom is old, outdated or lacks the function you need with the aesthetic you want, it’s time to transform it into that beautiful modern oasis of relaxation that you’ve been dreaming of. We know that remodeling projects can be daunting, and you probably don’t know where to start, so here’s how to plan your bathroom remodeling project.
Decide What Kind of Bathroom Remodel You Want
No two bathroom remodeling projects are the same. The first thing you want to decide is the extent to which you want to remodel your bathroom. Ask yourself these questions:
Once you determine the extent of your remodeling goals, you can start planning out the details and imagining what you’d like the finished space to look like.
Decide Whether to Hire a Contractor or DIY
Once you’ve determined what kind of remodeling project you want to take on, the next big decision is whether you’re going to attempt to DIY your remodeling project or hire a professional bathroom remodeling contractor. It can be tempting to go the DIY route in order to save money, but that can also backfire in a few different ways, including costing you even more money:
Decide On a Remodeling Budget
Deciding on and planning your remodeling budget is one of the most important aspects of your remodeling project. The budget determines everything, including the extent to which you can remodel, the finishes you can afford, and the amount of money you have in reserve in case unexpected damage is found that must be repaired in order to make sure your home is safe and up to code.
When deciding on a remodeling budget, consider these things:
Gather Your Design Inspirations
This is the fun part! If you regularly watch programming such as HGTV, you probably already have ideas in mind. Picture your bathroom as a blank slate and look up design inspirations on Pinterest, Houzz, and other sources. You should save examples of various design elements that you like, such as:
Preparing for Household Disruptions
A bathroom remodeling project typically takes between 4-6 weeks to complete. Because the bathroom is so important for the day-to-day activities of you and your family, you’ll need to plan a way to deal with the unavoidable household disruptions that a bathroom remodeling project will entail. Here are our suggestions to prepare for the disruptions to your routine:
Now that you have a clearer picture of what the remodeling process will entail, it’s time to start planning your dream bathroom oasis! If you’re a homeowner in Chesterfield VA or a surrounding area, we would love to talk to you about your bathroom remodeling goals. Schedule your free, no-obligation
bathroom remodeling contractor consultation today!
Phone: 804-505-5577
Address: 2120 Tomlynn St, Richmond VA, 23230
License #2705148496
State: Virginia
Type: Home Improvement (Hic)
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