The Importance of Remodeling the Bathroom

Oddly, I often find that bathrooms are the last room in the
house to get remodeled. I have seen many houses on real estate tours that are
all dolled up until you enter the throne room. I get it, it’s a hassle to take
apart your bathroom, especially if it is your only bathroom, but it is beyond
important! A beautiful bathroom can be uplifting on many levels: it improves
your home’s resale value and provides you with a welcoming environment in one
of the most-used rooms of your house. If your bathroom has become the room in
the house you least want to visit, it may be time to consider some
cost-effective upgrades.

Paint is still the cheapest, easiest way to freshen a room’s
look and that’s true even in the bathroom. While painting a bath can be a bit
more complicated than other rooms because of obstructions like mirrors,
showers, tubs and the commode, it’s still a project well within the abilities
of most do-it-yourselfers. Good paint can be had for as little as $25, and most
bathrooms will only need a gallon or two. Painting older cabinets is also a
very cost effective way to either freshen up or update a style that may no longer
be popular.

Outdated tile can be replaced by a granite or stone slab.
This is a quick alternative to going through the various steps of tile
replacement. In the past it was a much more expensive product, but with many
manufactures now making pre-cut slabs it easy to stay well within a budget.

Fixtures are another dead give-away that a bathroom is
outdated. Brass fixtures can be replaced by a homeowner with a little know how.
Popular alternatives are chrome, brushed nickel, iron, or oil rubbed bronze.
Spray painting is an even cheaper way to go but requires proper preparation and
application. I personally would spend a little more to get quality fixtures as
these tend to be your bathrooms jewelry. Nice and unique fixtures can add interest
and show that care was used when remodeling.

Last but not least, I would advise that if this is not your
forever house, which most of us cannot predict….I would not get too personal
when redecorating a bathroom. Neutral colors tend to look cleaner and will allow
a new homeowner to see their own things and personal touch in the home.
Basically saying, just because you like lavender doesn’t mean a lot of other
people do…

Good wealth and good luck.