Bathroom Renovation
Project Description
A bathroom can be renovated for a variety of reasons. One reason could be its inability to meet the modern standards in bathroom design. We can also have renovations because of having additional users whether it be as a result of an increase in family members or perhaps more visitors to the house. One may also be forced by some statutory requirements including the public health regulations to do the renovations.
Bathroom renovations could be carried out on a variety of areas including layout, introducing new fixtures and fittings, paintings, addition of mirrors and other minor areas to give the bathroom a facelift.
Renovations can be carried to your own taste or maybe comply with the tastes of other users residing in the household. Ideas for a renovation project can come from browsing through magazines, visiting show homes or window shopping in stores. Another area for inspiration can come from the employment of an interior designer although can be costly. To reduce costs it is wise to be armed with a number of ideas in the first place rather than letting a designer start from scratch.
Important Facts
When designing a new bathroom is is important to consider the following points:
-Ensure that the floor will come be durable and withstand the anticipated traffic.
-The bathtub must be big enough to host people of heavy weights.
-The fixtures must be attractive and be consistent with the look you wish to achieve.
-There must be enough space reserved for a mirror that is big enough.
-The shower space must have enough room and have proper drainage.
-The toilet must be durable and in keeping with the overall design of the bathroom.
-Electrical lines must be well insulated and meet building and legal requirements.
-The lighting must be well centered to illuminate the whole room
-There should be proper ventilation.
With all these and others in mind, it is often advisable to seek opinion from an expert designer in order for the bathroom to have a stylish modern look. As you begin pondering on this issue, it is necessary to understand that there will be a cost for the designer’s time. The more stylish you want your bathroom to appear, in general, the more it is going to cost you. Whereas it is necessary to consider cost, it is good to note that this is an investment that will last for a long time and may increase the monetary value of your home. If properly done, it will save you a lot of other maintenance costs which may come up in the long term.