Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Save Money For A Cheap Bathroom Renovation

By Chris Carr


If you are planning a cheap bathroom renovation project, then it will be useful if you gather as much information before you begin, to help you achieve this. Plan the project by working out the design that you would like and prepare for any unexpected expenses. The best solution is to work to a budget, as it is all too easy to get carried away with remodelling and forget about what the end cost will be. To create a pleasant bathroom environment cheaply, will depend on the choice you make about the fixture and fittings. The colour scheme of the room will also be a factor in achieving this. To carefully plan the project and design a functional room you are happy with is quite achievable. The selection of all your requirements may be possible at the one outlet. It is important to be aware of hardware outlets that may run specials of bathroom supplies from time to time. Bathroom fittings and fixtures may be found in a variety of sizes and shapes, be aware that the prices may vary.

Choosing a vanity basin may be challenging; there are many option open to you. Choosing a pedestal style as opposed to a cabinet under the sink may suit the bathroom better. A free standing vanity sink will give a more modern stylish look to the bathroom renovations. It will become the focal point in the bathroom given a little thought on placement. Deciding to place a bathtub in the room or whether to just have a shower stall is another choice that has to be made. If there is room for both then keep an eye out for any sales at the local hardware store. Sometimes they have seconds or an order hasn't been picked up by a customer and it is selling at a reduced price.

Flooring is one of the most important elements in any bathroom. It has to be waterproof and non slippery. Most modern bathrooms have stone, or ceramic tiles and in some cases marble, and while they look fabulous, they can be expensive. A cheaper alternative to that is hardwood flooring that is able to be polished and sealed with polyurethane. If the bathroom is on ground level then sometimes polished concrete is an effective alternative.

If space if of a premium in the bathroom that your are renovating, then storage may become a problem. A recessed cabinet on the wall for storage of shaving gear and deodorants etc is an easy option and most affordable. Storage under the vanity is another facility for linens if there isn't space to have a linen closet. Screwing shelves to a blank wall will give you more space also for towels etc.

If you are planning a bathroom renovation project with minimal space to work with, then you will need to consider cabinets and storage units. A recessed cabinet in the wall or a tall slim cabinet that will fit into a small area are excellent options, as are shelved screwed to the wall which is a perfect area for stacking towels etc.

Bathrooms should be built to be waterproof and functional, attention to detail from the get goes is essential. If the fall of the floor is uneven it is easy to rectify with a layer of concrete Be sure the drainage pipes are in the correct place right from the start to avoid any unnecessary alteration having to be made later. Ensure the plumbing fittings are secure and don't leak before installing the shower, bath and vanity basin.

It is an excellent idea to install a ceiling exhaust fan. This draws moisture out of a small room and eliminates the chance of mould appearing. Correct lighting is important. If there is a large mirror over the vanity then a few LED lights are reasonably affordable and relatively easy to install and would look classy. It is essential that all electrical wiring is behind a wall to eliminate any moisture creeping into it. Bathroom remodeling offers elegance and enjoyment to any type of house and raises the value of your residence if you thinking of selling your home in the future.

There is some software on the market that helps you plan any renovation. Making the most of the space available is the key to a functional and practical bathroom. Home improvement magazines are wonderful sources for information on the latest design and products available.




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