Bathroom Renovations: Have You Thought of Everything?

Do you want to give your bathroom a fresh new look? If you do, it’s better to not leave anything to chance, as a project like this can be a little more complex than what you had in mind. With enough planning, your life will be a lot easier. Here are some questions to ask yourself as you get started on your bathroom renovations.

Determine your needs for your bathroom renovation

Of course, when looking to get a bathroom renovation done, one of the first questions you’re bound to ask yourself is: how much will everything cost? There are, of course, varying answers to that. It all depends on what you need from your bathroom. Sometimes, people just want a simple update, but other times, they need to renovate their bathroom because of damages, or to make it more accessible. You can take a look at our bathroom cost article to better cost out your bathroom reno.

We’ve put together some questions that you should be asking yourself as you move forward with your renovation.

Why are you renovating the bathroom?

Before you begin renovating your bathroom, it’s important to define your goal. You can definitely combine your needs, but prioritizing them will allow you to make the best decision.

• Does your bathroom require urgent renovation (after water damage, for instance)?

Knowing about how to prevent water infiltration damages or any other kind of damage that can affect your bathroom is crucial in ensuring you won’t have to face this kind of issue again. If you’ve experienced water damage

• Is your bathroom in dire need of a spruce and an update? Or are you simply looking for some change? 

Maybe you’re just looking to refresh your bathroom’s look, and that’s ok. Depending on whether or not you’d like to opt for a timeless look or something more contemporary, you can take a look at the latest bathroom trends.

• Do you have new needs? Has your family grown? Has one of your family members lost mobility and you want to offer a safer environment?

If one of your family members needs an accessible bathroom, there are plenty of ways for you to make sure they have the easiest time in the bathroom as possible. One of the most important things to have in the shower is a nonslip floor. There are many ways to make your bathroom accessible to those in need. For instance, you can have a wooden tray at the bottom of a concrete shower floor, you can use a rolling or fixed shower seat, add grab bars in strategic places in the bathroom, and much more. Home adaptation isn’t always easy, but surely important for your family member’s needs.

Questions to ask yourself before undergoing bathroom renos

Once you have established your primary and secondary goals, it’s important to consider everything that the bathroom will be used for. 

• Who uses the bathroom?
• Are there a lot of people who will be using it?
• Is it just for you, or is it also for your guests?
• What needs do you have, and how often will this bathroom be used? Do you need a shower and a bath? Will the bathroom also be a laundry room?
• Do you have to make it bigger?
• Would you rather keep it small but make it more functional?

Think about all the details when doing your bathroom renovation

Don’t be afraid to get picky with the little annoyances during your thought process. In the end, it will make a huge difference.

• Is the sink too close to the toilet?

You might need a bathroom contractor to come in with a plumber to change your bathroom’s furnishings and fixtures location for better ergonomics and peace of mind.

• Do you have enough storage space?

Don’t take this lightly! You can never have too much storage space in a bathroom. So make a list, check it twice, and be sure that you have enough space to store everything you need in your bathroom. Minimalist spaces might be nice to look at, but you might regret it when you realize you have nowhere to store your hairdryer. If your space isn’t so big, you’ll want to make the most of your small bathroom.

• Is the ventilation adequate?

You’ll want to get rid of excess humidity in the bathroom – especially if there’s a bath and/or shower in there. Ensuring proper ventilation is the best way to do so.

• Do you want a shower door or curtains?

Each one definitely has its pros and cons. Shower doors have to be cleaned a lot more than a curtain, but a curtain makes a bigger mess when you’re taking a shower. For people who want to avoid water going all over the floor when they’re getting out of the shower, a door might be the better option.

• Are you looking for an eco-friendly bathroom?

Besides getting an efficient water heater, there are other ways to ensure you have an eco-friendly bathroom. Installing a low flow faucet is the first way to go about it. It’s incredibly easy to install them and you can use them for your sinks and your shower head. Another big water saver is to use a dual flush toilet. Unlike standard toilets, they use half the water amount to flush the waste in your toilet. Even if buying the whole toilet is out of your price range, you can buy kits in order to convert your original toilet into an eco-friendly one.

Get inspired

Browse through some decorating magazines or get inspired by our bathroom ideas on our Reno-Inspiration page. With each project, you’ll find details along with their price tag. It’s a great way to get some inspiration while thinking about your budget and the type of project you want to do.

Keep track of trends so you can decide what kind of style you want, and make sure to take note of the bathroom materials that you want to use during your renovation. You can never be too informed! However, it helps to have a specialist guide you.

Does your budget fit your needs

Now that you know what you’re looking for, it’s time to take action! Cost out your project and get plans done. Check out different cost options for the ideas you have in mind. Everything is possible & many solutions exist out there to help you save some money. No need to get everything done in one shot; take it all step by step. Once again, a qualified contractor can surely help you find the solution that best fits your needs.

Are you ready to get started?

Call us, or fill out our form, our Renovation Advisors are here to assist you throughout your renovations! They can help you with your project free of charge, by rallying up to 3 bathroom contractors to bid on your project. You’ll get fairly priced quotes – which our advisors will help you understand – all at no cost, and no obligation to you!