How To Achieve A Beautiful And Cost-Effective Bathroom Remodel

Since a 1999 survey by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed that Australian homes had an average of 1.46 bathrooms, two or more bathrooms have been a characteristic feature in a large majority of newly-built homes. This just goes to show how much Australians love their bathing spaces. It also does serve a practical purpose in catering to the needs of large families.

If you intend to remodel, this useful guide will help you save on unnecessary costs while creating a beautiful space, especially if you have to deal with two or more rooms.

Choose The Kind Of Remodel You Need

It's very important that you start out with a general idea of the kind of remodel that you want. Don't just give a vague descriptions like, "I just want a new look." or "Am fed up with this layout." You need to be more specific on what you want to change, because changing particular fixtures will determine the extent of your renovation project.

You can make use of the description provided by a 2005 report by the Remodeling magazine to understand the type of remodels available. If the renovation involves installation of a tub with surrounding tiles, a new toilet, recessed medicine cabinet, vinyl wall paper, ceramic tile floor and vanity with a solid surface double sink; it would be classified as a mid-range remodel. You can actually achieve a considerable change with these installations, without paying the price of an upscale remodel.

An upscale remodel, on the other hand, will involve addition of a window, 8 square feet expansion into existing space, as well as moving and replacing the toilet with a high-end model. Other installations include: bidets, tile floors, linen closets, exhaust fans, stone countertops, 4-by-6-foot tiled showers, and other amenities.

Here's a further analysis of some of the fixtures you may consider installing:

- Toilets: This is one fixture you may consider replacing, even if you don't really have any interest in changing the look of your bathing space. You should consider installing an efficient dual-flush toilet to save on your water bills.

- Vinyl Wall Paper: If you really want to change the look of your bathroom, but have little cash to spare, vinyl wall paper may be a great option. It can give the room a new lease of life, while you save up for a major remodel project.

- Tiles: This is one option you can consider if you have quite a bit of money lying around, but don't know what to do with it. Simply sludge on an iridescent glass tile mosaic, which is guaranteed to radically transform your bathing space.

Saving On Construction Costs

You shouldn't just opt for a DIY construction, simply to save on construction costs. At times, the expertise required for a renovation project may be too technical. You might end up paying even more on future repairs or even having to hire a professional to fix the mess you've made.

However, you can still cut on some costs, even when hiring a contractor. You can handle any demolition that is required, incase particular fixtures need replacement. You may also buy the materials yourself, but you should first consider if your contractor can get a better price from suppliers.


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