People often hesitate when it comes to remodeling a bathroom, because a major overhaul can be expensive, time-consuming, and inconvenient. For these reasons, house hunters who view these properties often comment about how out-dated the bathrooms are, and that can become a reason why the properties don’t sell. It seems no one wants to take on this type of remodeling project. There are advantages to doing so, though, including the fact that it will increase the value of your home and make it easier to sell if that’s what you decide to do. Chances are, though, if you remodel your bathroom, you’ll fall in love with your home all over again.
To do a really thorough bathroom remodel, you’re going to need to strip the room to the bare studs and start from the ground up. You’ve probably seen enough home remodeling shows on TV to know that usually even the ceilings and floors have to go. That’s the only way to know for sure that basics like plumbing and wiring are functioning properly and meet city codes. There’s no point in doing a remodel if you are only trying to cover up the real flaws. If you’re going to do the job, you want to do it right.
It’s estimated that you will get a $.71 return for every dollar you spend on remodeling a bathroom. Therefore, not only do you get to enjoy the new, improved amenities of the room, but you are also ultimately only spending $.29 of every dollar you invest. Looking at your remodel as an investment in your future should give you more incentive to take on the job. As with other goals, the effort and inconvenience will seem lighter if you focus on what the results will offer you.
While it’s not always possible to rip out walls and create a larger space, there are ways you can make even a small bathroom area seem larger and function better. Adding such items as corner tubs, glassed in showers in place of bathtubs, and a wall sink instead of a vanity can open up floor space and give the room a more spacious feeling.
There are many reasons why you might want to tackle a bathroom renovation in your home. Just recreating this one room can make your home feel fresh and new again, and seeing the great space you’ve created may even spark your desire to do some cosmetic fixes in other rooms in the house, too.
