The first step is to plan the design ? as with kitchens, your local supplier will run off a computer-generated plan based on the room's dimensions and your particular requirements.
If you're sticking with the same layout, measure your bathroom suite carefully before you go shopping for a replacement so that you know the new items will fit.
Re-plumbing and re-wiring will push the cost up so stick with the existing service points if possible ? although this may be unavoidable if you want to change the position of the bathroom suite.
First decide on the right place for the bath and/or shower. If your loo is in your bathroom, decide where this will go and then position the washbasin.
Once the fittings are planned you can work out how to use the remaining space which, in modern bathrooms, may be quite limited. Some kind of storage, either cupboards or shelves ? preferably both ? is required for toiletries, cleaning products, toilet rolls and children's bath toys. If your bathroom is spacious you may also keep clean towels and your linen basket in there.
Choosing the bath and basin can be a time-consuming task. Even if you're not opting for something like a jaccuzzi or indoor hot tub, baths come in all shapes and sizes ? standard oblong, rolltop, corner, curved, wider at one end than the other ? and colours. Unless you desperately yearn for a particular colour it's best to stick with white. It's clean-looking, inoffensive and will go with any colour you decide to use for paint and furnishings.
Taps, too, come in a bewildering array of styles ? choose a design that will complement your bathroom.
Before making your final decision on the bathroom suite it is helpful to check your plans with your plumber to see if there are any potential snags with the designs you have picked.
Even if your window has frosted glass make sure you have a curtain or blind with 'blackout' lining unless you want neighbours or passers-by watching the silhouette of you bathing, washing or worse.
When it comes to decoration, remember to use ? or specify, if someone else is doing the work ? grout that is resistant to steam and water. Similarly, choose paint and wallpaper that will stand up to heat and steam ? look in the ever-expanding 'kitchen and bathroom' ranges.
Pale colours brighten a small bathroom, especially one with no natural daylight but it's fun to experiment with colour. And a large mirror across one wall, especially the wall opposite the window, will help make a small bathroom look and feel much bigger and lighter.
Floor coverings, too, come in all types of material and colour ? but avoid carpet which is impractical and unhygienic in a bathroom. Vinyl, cork tiles or lino are good choices ? warm underfoot and easy to clean. However, if the surface you choose is shiny always use a non-slip washable rug for extra safety.
If you're installing a shower ? either as a separate feature or above the bath ? investigate the different types before deciding which to choose. If you have high water pressure you could opt for a thermo shower which is connected direct to your heating system and keeps the water temperature even.
An electric shower system heats the water itself and is mostly used above the bath. Power showers will give you the ultimate shower experience, even if you have low water pressure.
Look for a non-slip surface in both bath and shower. Check with your plumber that the drainage can take the amount of water your shower is producing ? an overflowing shower tray can cause serious problems.
Above all, the main thing to remember when redesigning your bathroom is ? choose a design that works for your lifestyle.
Barry Dunlop is the Founder of Bathroom-Buyers-Guide.com - The site that promises you lots of tips, advice and help to plan, design and buy your dream bathroom! Find out more at his http://www.bathroom-buyers-guide.com
You may think choosing garage doors is straight forward, however... Read More
Wholesale vinyl flooring is the perfect solution for people who... Read More
Everyone loves a fireplace aglow with a roaring fire or... Read More
Why does big business have all the fun? We fix... Read More
According to recent surveys, over 85% of all homes with... Read More
Baking soda is a great household cleaner. Here are ten... Read More
Basements are the most common location for dehumidifiers. Because of... Read More
If you are a consumer who knows just what brand... Read More
Common knowledge states that hardwood floors are a great investment... Read More
One of the best solvents you can use to remove... Read More
Colors play an important part in your Home Decor process.... Read More
While remodeling your kitchen, install only the essential cabinets, so... Read More
Any advice or guide on the interior design of a... Read More
So you're building the bath of your dreams but find... Read More
The bed represents the beginning and ending of life. In... Read More
Power tools are some of the most useful devices ever... Read More
Ladies, we spend a lot of time in the morning... Read More
While there is great value in installing custom-made interior wood... Read More
Want to improve the look of your property? Want to... Read More
Your daily beauty sleep will not be complete if any... Read More
Picnic tables are the perfect solution for an afternoon or... Read More
Bamboo flooring has emerged as a new material for the... Read More
Coming up with interesting window treatment ideas that bring out... Read More
VANCOUVER, CANADA. Many homeowners, landlords, renters, property managers, business owners,... Read More
If you're planning to show your home mainly during daylight... Read More
Six years ago, I had not yet turned on a... Read More
When it comes to home water filters and water purifiers,... Read More
Hardwood flooring - its' traditional look is almost timeless, its'... Read More
Color researchers have estimated that up to 70% of our... Read More
You have finally found the perfect lot, in the neighborhood... Read More
There are a few things you can do to take... Read More
Bathroom remodeling is often a popular home improvement project for... Read More
The workshop is a great place for reusing items formally... Read More
The starting current of motor can become 3 to 6... Read More
A house or any particular room can be carefully planned,... Read More
Pergo flooring was invented more than 75 years ago, and... Read More
Whether you're buying a home, or just moving in to... Read More
Has your house had a check up yet?Home inspection is... Read More
Power washing is the application of high pressure water spray.... Read More
Choosing a color scheme for a room can be a... Read More
The cordless impact wrench is quickly gaining in popularity among... Read More
It happens to countless homeowners around the end of the... Read More
Family fun is one of the most important things you... Read More
Your home's interior is exquisitely decorated in your favorite style;... Read More
Leather is the most durable fabric used for furniture today.... Read More
Above all else, the furniture in the living-room should make... Read More
Barbequing outdoors is a pleasure that anyone can partake in... Read More
Power tools are some of the most useful devices ever... Read More
If you are redesigning or decorating a room, or house,... Read More
When trying to decide if Interior Design is right for... Read More
Log Cabin Homes: They have come a long way. Here... Read More
Many do-it-yourselfers pride themselves in their handiwork, you can just... Read More
While there is great value in installing custom-made interior wood... Read More
Hiring a professional to replace your rollers could cost you... Read More
It is important to be a very careful consumer when... Read More
This article is intended for the DIY (Do It Yourself)... Read More
DESIGN STYLESWith thousands of colors and styles to select from... Read More
In addition to causing destruction, water damage also has an... Read More
When decorating or making decorating decisions for new homes, it... Read More
Buying a carport to protect your investment can be a... Read More
If the sliding glass doors in your home are more... Read More
Razing the CottageWith new house plans and permits in hand,... Read More
Part of the fun of a new deck is the... Read More
Heat your pool with a Solar Pool Heater and save... Read More
A child's dream backyard includes a play structure complete with... Read More
I love bedspreads, don't you? A comforter can be used... Read More
Home Improvement |