First, create a budget. Determine how much money you can comfortably spend, and save about 20 percent for emergencies. Get estimates for the work that needs professionals, and always include electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, and drywall installation costs in your budget.
In any bathroom remodeling, the task most often starts with the shower or bathtub. Redesigning the shower or tub can bring about a total change in the appearance of a bathroom. Bathroom shower remodeling requires a lot of planning, following a budget, and keeping in mind the available bathroom space.
A proper design with accurate measurements and details can help you to decide the most appropriate type of shower. If remodeling your bathroom shower, choose a place where plumbing already exists, as the cost can go up if you are relocating the shower. Utilizing existing plumbing can save a lot of money and minimize the total cost of remodeling.
Do you hate the color of lime green walls? Are you sick of looking at that shower curtain that screams throw me away every day? These are easy fixes that you can change without spending very much. If you replace the sink or install a new shower or change to a tile flooring these can add to your costs, but everything is possible if you know how to do it and where you go to purchase materials. You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a refreshing and newly polished look that will make you proud.
Above pictured is a 4ft master shower with Kohler Memoirs acrylic base, Kohler Fluence 3/8" frameless shower door. Kohler Forte shower valve, 2 recessed shampoo / soap holders with foot rest at 18" for shaving legs. Daltile 12x12 Salerno tile used on both floor and wall.
Second, design a floor plan. Ask yourself, will you be working with the existing space or will you be adding on or knocking down walls? Check to make sure you will not disturb the electrical wiring, plumbing, or zoning regulations. Next, measure the amount of space you have and draw a floor plan. In drawing the plan, first put in all the items that are fixed. For example, if the toilet must be in one place because of plumbing, it is a fixed item. Experiment with how you like your floor plan, using different arrangements, with different types of cabinetry, shelves, or even walls. You might try pocket doors to save space, and corner sinks, floating sinks, or pedestal sinks to save even more space. L-shaped vanities and alcoves also save space. In addition, corner showers conserve space, and clear glass in showers creates the illusion of even more space. You may want to add windows or mirrors to let in light.
Showerheads are interesting in their variety; multiple jets or massaging jet showerheads are one of the popular models available at most bathroom remodeling stores. Bathroom shower accessories such as shower curtains and screen seals are also provided by dealers.
In bathroom shower remodeling, great care is required in the selection of tiles used for flooring and on walls in the shower area. There are various companies offering beautiful acrylic showers that can be perfectly fitted over existing bathroom facilities. The acrylic wall system will also help to cover old and worn-out wall tiles.
Third, make a list of the supplies you'll need and make sure they are available when you need them. Some typical supplies include sinks, flooring, wall tile, countertops, lighting, medicine cabinets, showers, bath tubs, cabinets and cabinet handles, toilets, extra storage, faucets, toilet paper holders, paint or wallpaper, chairs, accessories (like storage containers and/or artwork), as well as tools you have or can buy.
Fourth, create a timetable. Talk to experts or people at home improvement stores to plan how much time you'll need. If you're hiring contractors, work with them to design a timetable you all can follow.
Plan projects according to the time you have available. Put in a new toilet and sink one weekend, for example, and paint another. You don't have to do it all at once, so plan sensibly. Don't paint the walls or install woodwork until the hardware is taken care of -- you don't want to damage work you've already done. Above all, be flexible and allow time for the unexpected or even emergencies to happen.
Fifth, keep in mind legal considerations. Get and post a building permit, pay any necessary fees, make sure you, your contractor, and any workers have insurance coverage, and keep children and animals away from the construction area.
Pre-molded fiberglass units containing both a shower and bathtub serve as the most economical bathroom fixture. You can also go for luxurious bathroom showers that can improve the functionality and appearance of the entire bathroom.
A bathroom design expert can assist you in bathroom shower redesigning. Bathroom shower remodeling, a major step in bathroom remodeling, can increase the resale value of your home.
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