From your morning shower to your nighttime teeth-brushing, your bathroom is where you’ll start and end each day. That’s why, when appliances start to feel worn-down, inefficient, or outdated, a bathroom remodel is always a smart investment. Before you dive into this rewarding project, review these simple tips.

A Guide to Essential Bathroom Remodeling Tips

1. Identify Your Needs

Before you can get into the fun and ornamental details, you’ll need to focus on the bathroom from a functional perspective. Which of your family members will be using the room, and at which times of the day? For example, if you and your spouse are in a rush to get to work around the same time, a double vanity may be essential to your punctuality. 

If the bathroom will be used by your senior parent or guest, you’ll need to include safe and accessible features like grab bars, a walk-in tub, and non-slip flooring. A kids' bathroom may benefit from shorter countertops or pull-out step-stools, separate hot and cold taps, and a bath instead of a shower stall.

2. Don’t Overlook Lighting

From hurried morning routines to relaxing evening baths, lighting is essential to your bathroom experience. Bright task lighting over the vanity is important for tweezing, shaving, and applying makeup, but you’ll want to avoid harsh spotlighting over the toilet. Opt for warm overhead lighting in the shower and sconces set on either side of the bath for a more spa-like feel. 

If you have windows in your bathroom, use them to plan the overall layout. If you like to wake up with a morning shower, positioning the stall in front of the window will allow the natural light to stream in and help you prepare for the day. If you’d rather peer out at the trees from your soaking tub, you can position the tub beneath the window.

3. Prioritize Quality Materials

When working out a budget for your bathroom remodeling project, prioritize high-quality materials. While they might cost more, they’ll last longer in the humid environment, and they’ll make your bathroom look and feel more luxurious. For example, after months of hot showers, particle-board cabinets can start to swell and peel away. 

Vinyl or sealed, solid wood will remain intact even in the hot, moist air. When it comes to flooring, non-porous tile, textured natural stone, or engineered wood are excellent choices for preventing mold growth and slip and fall accidents. Choosing granite or marble for your countertops will also add to the resale value of your home. 

To get started on your bathroom remodel today, reach out to B & D Home Improvement. Owner William Kyrtopoulos has half a century of experience building and renovating homes with his team. From countertops and floors to plumbing and HVAC features, they will handle every detail of your vision. They even have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau®. To learn more about their catalog of services, visit the website, or call (203) 239-1974.