Saturday, August 8, 2015

Cheap Tips For A Cheap Bathroom Renovation

By Chris Carr


If you are contemplating tackling a bathroom renovation on a limited budget, planning is the key to a successful outcome. Research as much information as possible on all the fitting and fixtures available on the market and be sure to have a confirmed price for the item required. The end result of a relaxing, calming and functional bathroom will require some planning. It is one of the most expensive rooms in a home to renovate, but cheap bathroom renovations are possible with a little thought.

Choosing a vanity cabinet that looks old-fashioned may not be the right choice if you are wishing to modernise the bathroom. There are several options to choosing a vanity. A pedestal vanity or a basin set into the wall, a double sink or a single vanity with cupboards underneath are all styles available. The choice is yours to select the one that will work in with your chosen design. Whichever you choose, allow it to be the focal point in the bathroom.

Tips for a Cheap Bathroom Renovation

If space if of a premium in the bathroom that your are renovating, then storage may become a problem. A recessed cabinet on the wall for storage of shaving gear and deodorants etc is an easy option and most affordable. Storage under the vanity is another facility for linens if there isn't space to have a linen closet. Screwing shelves to a blank wall will give you more space also for towels etc.

If the fitting are in good working order, maybe all they require is to be cleaned and polished, thus saving more money from your budget. If the taps and shower head really does need replacing, then research the best price option at the local hardware. They do run specials from time to time and you may just be lucky to strike the right time as your bathroom renovations progress. Replacing the curtains with a blind may be a cheaper option for you. Or alternately a readymade curtain may replace tatty blind. There are always cheaper options available; you just have to keep an eye out for sales and bargains.

Bathrooms should be built to be waterproof and functional, attention to detail from the get goes is essential. If the fall of the floor is uneven it is easy to rectify with a layer of concrete Be sure the drainage pipes are in the correct place right from the start to avoid any unnecessary alteration having to be made later. Ensure the plumbing fittings are secure and don't leak before installing the shower, bath and vanity basin.

If you take your time and make a concerted effort on a cheap bathroom renovations project, a beautiful bathroom is will be the result. There is software available to assist you to prepare a plan of action. The idea of a comfortable bathroom is to provide a functional room with a relaxing ambience.

If there is a toilet in the existing bathroom, you may wish to expand by moving the toilet to a cubicle on its own, thus giving more room in the actual bathroom. There is software available to assist you to prepare for this project and many ideas and tip are available in home renovation magazines.




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