7 Tips for Smart Bathroom Remodeling
A bathroom remodel is one of the most common remodeling projects homeowners undertake. It can be a smart move. Homeowners can often recoup up to 80% of the cost of bathroom remodel project when they sell their house.
Many homeowners aren’t thinking that far ahead. They just want to update and improve the bathroom for their own use. But, a smart bathroom remodeling project will consider both the needs of the current homeowners and those of potential buyers.
The extent of your bathroom remodeling project will probably be decided by your budget. You can give a bathroom a new look for a few hundred dollars, where a total makeover could cost thousands. Only you can decide what works best for your budget, needs and desires.
If nothing less than a room makeover is your choice, here are some tips to get you started:
1. Begin with the room’s design and use of space. Is the bathroom big enough for its current or expected use? Or do you need to enlarge it?
2. Make the most use of your space. Enlarging or adding a window creates the illusion of more space, and natural lighting is a plus. Be sure to consider privacy when adding windows.
3. Decide on a style or theme. Bathroom makeovers can break with the style of the house, so indulge your craving for traditional, contemporary or exotic. A theme will help guide your selection of fixtures and cabinets.
4. Consider your space when choosing a tub. Do you want a luxury tub with all the extras? And, a separate shower stall? Balance your needs and wants with the space you have available.
5. Don’t forget about lighting. You’ll need overall lighting and task lighting for make-up application and personal grooming.
6. Consider getting expert advice if you become overwhelmed. Even sinks have become decorative elements in today’s bathrooms. The choices may seem overwhelming – glass tile, ceramic, color schemes. A designer or decorator can help you wade through the options.
7. Set a budget based on the extent of the project. Besides the original budget, also set aside additional money for the expected cost overruns.
Need money to finance your bathroom remodeling project?
Now that your head is swirling with smart bathroom remodeling ideas, you’re thinking about the next step – how to pay for this project. If you haven’t saved up the cash for a total bathroom makeover, you might want to consider using available equity you may already have in your home.
A home refinance loan or home equity loan could give you access to available home equity and the cash you need for your home improvement project. Find out about the mortgage options from Countrywide Home Loans, a division of Countrywide Bank, FSB. Call our loan experts today at 1-866-436-0620 for a free, no-obligation loan consultation.
