Top Budget Friendly Ways To Update Your Bathroom

Whether working on a small do-it-yourself (DIY) budget or hiring everything out with a larger budget, you have the power to reinvent your bathroom space no matter what size it may be. More and more homeowners are spending big bucks on bathroom remodels. What used to be a $20,000 budget has now turned into $50,000 or more in some cases. Regardless, if you are only doing a few updates or a complete overhaul, a redone bathroom can be accomplished within a variety of budgets.

Did you know that household bathrooms have nearly doubled in size over the past 30 years? The typical older bathroom was only 5 feet by 8 feet in size. Even if your bathroom isn’t roomy, you can still do simple updates to make it appear (and feel) more spacious.

Here Are 6 Ways To Add More Area To Your Cramped Bathroom Space:

Making Better Use Of Space. Switch out a bulky cabinet vanity to a more streamlined pedestal sink. While you may lose some storage space, you will gain roominess. If you need additional space to ‘hide’ bathroom products, utilize a medicine cabinet as storage. Glass doors on showers also open up the bathroom as opposed to a shower curtain. Much of the upper space in bathrooms are underutilized. If you need more space, add shelves to bring in additional capacity for everyday items and decorative accessories.

Bring In The Light. If your current lighting solution is outdated or overbearing in size in relation to the overall bathroom space, then this should be a top priority for your bathroom updates. Consider task and ambient lighting to help add the illusion of more space. Bringing more illumination into the room can also help against any shadows that are cast and is especially important if the bathroom serves as the main space to get ready for the day for personal grooming tasks.

Ensure Proper Ventilation. While it’s not as commonly thought of, bathroom ventilation is an important part of removing excess humidity and protecting against mold and mildew buildup.

Layout Of The Bathroom. If the current layout of the bathroom works, then you will save both time and money by keeping the same overall footprint. Should you decide to make minimal changes and not relocate some or all of the plumbing, then the costs will be kept down. However, if you decide to move the plumbing, then costs quickly rise.

Make Your Bathroom A Spa. The use of spa equipment in bathrooms has been a continuing trend in the United States. One statistic showed that over 50 percent of new homes built in the U.S. have a whirlpool bath.

Infuse Decorative Touches. Don’t just design for you. If you use too much of your personal design taste, then it may be a major turnoff for future buyers. Use a ‘soft scheme’ with neutral colors on the wall and simplistic surfaces and fixtures. You can easily infuse your personal style with accessories that can easily be changed out.

THE BOTTOM LINE – If You Are Thinking About A Bathroom Remodel

A bathroom remodel can be a great investment as long as you don’t go too indulgent in the finishes. According to the Cost versus Value Report by Remodeling Magazine, the average cost of a mid-range bathroom remodel is $16,128. If you decide to sell, estimates are that you can recoup an average of 72.5% of the total remodel costs. And, the average time to remodel lasts between two to three months according to The National Kitchen and Bath Association.

Before you even think about beginning a bathroom remodel, put everything on paper. Decide how you best want to utilize the space, what your budget is and what fixtures and materials you want to use. Trends come and go and what may be the hottest thing today could become outdated within the next year. Create a timeless and budget-friendly bathroom that will serve your home for years to come.

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