Bathroom Renovation Guide: Creating Your Personal Oasis
Generally, the bathroom is the first place we run to every morning to prepare ourselves for the long day ahead and the last place we visit to prepare us for a good night’s rest. But because it’s merely just a “bathroom,” it’s often overlooked and not valued as the other places in the house are. And because we neglect the bathroom so much, we’re embarrassed when escorting the guests to the bathroom, or we are annoyed by the condition the bathroom is in. In any case, bathroom renovation is a must, and doing it right guarantees you a return on investment.
Bathroom renovation is a gratifying project that can transform your bathroom into a peaceful place to set your tone for the day. We’ve compiled a complete bathroom renovation guide to expedite your journey for a pleasant experience and avoid pitfalls. So, without further ado, let’s begin.
Essential Bathroom Renovation Steps
Clarity on the Purpose of Renovation
The first and most important step of a bathroom renovation project, or any renovation project, is to be clear on why you’re doing it in the first place. Knowing the purpose of your renovation beforehand will help you make wise decisions- budget and design-wise and the results will be gratifying when the project is complete. Ask questions to yourself such as:- What do you want the space to look like post the renovation?
- Do you need a functional layout, or does the existing layout work fine for your daily needs?
- Do you want to increase the space and storage in the bathroom?
- Is your existing counter space sufficient?
- Do you want to redo the plumbing fixtures, flooring, wall paint?
- Do you want to add luxury amenities and modern equipment?
Set the Level of Bathroom Renovation
The most important thing that sets the tone of your bathroom renovation project- is the size and scale of the renovation you’re hoping to achieve. You can differentiate it into a few different types.
- Surface-level renovation is where you’re aiming to tweak, repair, or cover the space but avoid replacing the materials as much as possible.
- Replacement renovation is keeping the same layout but changing the fixtures such as flooring, lighting, vanity, and plumbing fixtures.
- Layout change renovation, as the name suggests, is to change the layout of the bathroom, which includes everything from wiring and plumbing to full fixture replacement.
- A full bathroom renovation means demolishing the entire bathroom from the walls, floor, and fixtures and building everything from scratch. Hence, it would help if you were clear about the extent of your bathroom remodeling.
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Allocate the Budget
Once you’ve figured out the degree to which you’re renovating your bathroom, you have to set a budget for the renovation. Determine what tasks you can do independently, what requires professional help, and the type of fixtures and finishes you’re considering. Calculate the cost of labor and materials depending on those factors and the level of your renovation. Now that you’ve calculated the budget considering the criteria of the renovation add 10% to your budget for contingencies and unforeseen expenses.
Hire a Contractor
Bathroom renovation is one such project where it’s best to hire a professional. Since the work involves plumbing, wiring, HVAC, and delicate materials, it is beneficial in the long run for professional renovators to do the work as they have the tools, experience, and knowledge to ensure the work is done right. Although hiring contractors is sure to hike your budget compared to if you’d do the renovation project on your own, you’re saving time and investing in quality results.
However, hiring a contractor does require research from your end, too. Consider the following points before making the final hire.
- Ask for recommendations from your friends, family, or even people you speak to on a regular basis for a contractor they’ve worked with or have heard good things about.
- Go through the portfolio, customer feedback, and reviews listed on the contractor’s website, social media, or any other channel and evaluate them carefully. You can gauge from the positive and negative reviews if they fit you well. Additionally, you can refer to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to know the credibility and reputation of the business.
- Evaluate them based on their length of time in businesses as contractors whose substantial years of operations are generally more experienced and skilled than newer ones. While we’re not trying to discourage younger contractors from choosing, experience plays a massive role in the quality of work in a job like this.
- Another thing you ensure is how communicative and responsive the contractor is. The contractor must be prompt with their follow-ups and readily available to address any concerns or questions that may arise during the project.
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Purchasing Materials
The following practical progression is selecting and purchasing materials for bathroom remodel to streamline the process. While staying within your budget, you should order all the necessary materials months in advance and have them readily available to make your life easier. It’s particularly wise for unique custom carpentry materials and fixtures with lengthier lead periods.
Pull Permits
Depending on your renovation requirement, you might need to get a permit from the local authorities before beginning the work. Consult with your contractor on what work requires permits and what does not.
Demolition
Once you have your permits in order, you then proceed by ripping out your bathroom to prepare it for the transformation. This is where all the fixtures and materials you want to replace or repair are extracted to make way for new ones.
Construction
During the construction stage, the work on framing the bathroom as you’d envisioned starts shaping up. It involves installing structural support, installing new fixtures such as countertops, shower stalls, bathtubs, flooring, and toilets, or completely redoing the layout of your bathroom as per your design. You need to be on top of every work and get daily updates from your contractor to ensure the renovation plan progresses accordingly and will be completed within the allocated time and budget.
Electrical and Plumbing Upgrade
Electrical and plumbing fixtures are one of the significant problem areas in bathrooms. It is crucial to get your wiring and plumbing checked and installed professionally. The electrical and plumbing systems must work properly as water and electricity are essential for daily use.
Also, renovating your bathroom is an excellent window of opportunity for you to change your dated light fixtures and outlets to something more modern or palpable to your taste. Although a minor change, we often overlook the importance of good light and outlets for practicality and aesthetics. If you do feel the need to upgrade your electricals, including it in your bathroom renovation steps is the best bet to get it done.
Add the Enhancements
With the majority of the construction work completed, you can then proceed to add the bells and whistles that add value to your home or may increase its resale value. It can include adding accessories like fans, sinks, mirrors, hardware, and decorative pieces to make the place functional and make you feel like you’re in a spa. While elevating the beauty of your bathroom may sound exciting, the key is to choose the right products and not go overboard.
Final Inspection
As you approach the completion of your bathroom renovation, the final stages bring the much-anticipated finishing touches. Whether completing the floor finish, adding final coats of paint, or cleaning the work area, the phase includes every last-minute work to make your bathroom functional and ready to use.
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For That Perfect Bathroom Remember Rise Renovations
If you want your bathroom to look like the ones we see in magazines without exceeding your budget, Rise Renovations is here to build the bathroom just how you envision it without making a hole in your pocket. From assisting you with initial design consultation and planning to the final execution, we’ll take care of it all so you can enjoy the process without worrying. We collaborate with our clients on every step and bring their vision to life. Our strive for perfection ensures quality, integrity, and innovation in all our renovation works. So, if you’re seeking quality and perfection, contact us and schedule a free consultation to renovate your bathroom.