Set a Budget
If you do not have a budget, you need to set a budget before you renovate your bathroom. You must know how much money you are willing to spend. It is easy to make decisions when you have a budget. You will know what to include in your remodel.
Once you determine the amount you are willing to spend, you can now subtract labour costs. Subtracting labour costs can help you know the exact amount you can spend on things, such as fixtures, tiles, etc.
Time to Renovate Your Bathroom
Some people think that it only takes a few days to renovate a small bathroom. It usually takes less time to renovate a small bathroom than to renovate a bigger bathroom. The time it takes to renovate a bathroom depends on the number of items you want to change in your bathroom.
You will, therefore, need to consider the duration of renovation and intermediate steps, like ordering and purchasing tiles, cabinets, tiles, or custom-built vanity. You have to make sure the supplier can deliver them when you need them.
If you have one bathroom in your house, then it is crucial to consider the time it takes to renovate your bathroom. You will not use your shower and toilet while your contractor is renovating your bathroom. So, you need to make the necessary arrangements.
Works Sequence
You can complete the work in a specific sequence when renovating your bathroom. It can save you from mistakes and clean up time. It is best to start at the top of your bathroom whether you want to repaint your bathroom or demolish sheetrock.
For example, you can renovate your ceiling first. Then, renovate your walls. And, finally, renovate your floor. You will avoid damaging new components by starting at the top.
Hidden Bathroom Problems
If you want to do a major bathroom remodel, you may want to do a “full gut”. Hiring professionals to renovate your bathroom can help you avoid bathroom problems in the future. Professionals can do a perfect job. And they can add extra value to your house.
It is not always easy to spot hidden bathroom problems. One of the main hidden problems is water damage. Professionals can easily find hidden problems in your bathroom. Look for a non-waterproof tile shower or tub surrounds, old corroded plumbing, or not properly vented plumbing to know if you have water damage in your bathroom.
Functionality and Design Style
You will need to think about the design you want before you renovate your bathroom. You will also need to consider several factors, such as faucets, tubs, showers, vanities, tile choices, paint colour, etc. It is best to do your research because it can be overwhelming. If you also want to renovate your kitchen, you can start by researching good kitchen worktop ideas.
If you like several elements, you can piece them together. Or if there is a design item that you want to feature in your bathroom, you can work your bathroom design around it. Your bathroom design should, however, work in hand with functionality. That is why you need to consider who will use your bathroom. And you can ensure your bathroom design fits in with your house.
Measure Your Bathroom
It is very important to take proper measurements before you renovate your bathroom. You will, therefore, need to consider the standard dimension of your bathroom fixtures, the location of your existing electrical wiring and plumbing pipes, and the size of your bathroom.
You must ensure you have the correct measurements and specifications before going shopping. It is almost impossible to shop without correct measurements. You may end up end buying the wrong items, which do not fit.
Contractor
Renovating a bathroom is complicated since it involves difficult operations, such as plumbing, tiling, electrical and more. So, it is essential to hire a contractor to renovate your bathroom.
