The bathroom is often an overlooked room when it comes to home renovations. However, studies have shown that the average American spends at least 30 minutes per day in the bathroom. This may sound like only a small fraction of a day, but that amounts to over 180 hours every year. That’s over a week spent in your bathroom! If you’re going to spend so much time in your bathroom, why not make it yours in every way possible? Here are several reasons why you should consider a bathroom remodel.
Bathroom Design and Space
Bathrooms are usually the smallest rooms in a house. If you live in an older home from decades ago, it likely does not have a grand bathroom. Buyers from the past were more interested in large bedrooms and spacious living areas. The bathroom was seen as a room for function with little to no fashion.
Today, the times have changed and so have the views on bathrooms. Homeowners of today look for relaxing, spacious bathrooms that have large tubs, spacious dressing areas, and grand vanities. If your bathroom feels confined and uncomfortable, it may be time for a bathroom renovation.
Bathroom Storage
If your bathroom is lacking space, you can efficiently maximize its usage with custom cabinets and other storage options. Well-designed cabinets and storage units can eliminate the need for a bathroom expansion. With spacious cabinets and shelving, there will be plenty of space for your endless supply of skincare products and abundant linens. Here are several ideas for better bathroom storage:
- Dresser-Style Vanity
- Floor-to-Ceiling Shelving
- Floating Shelves for Linens
- Wall-Mounted Fixtures
- Double Vanity
Functional Design
A functional bathroom design is essential to a bathroom remodel. To determine the requirements of your bathroom, ask yourself the following questions:
- Who will use the bathroom?
- How will the bathroom be used?
- What will be stored in the bathroom?
With these important considerations, you will be able to design a functional bathroom that will fit your family’s needs.
Resale Value
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry has researched bathroom remodeling projects and found that homeowners recoup roughly 50% of the cost put into bathroom remodels. Factors that increase the value of a bathroom include updating fixtures, modernizing features, and adding more usable space.
Want to remodel your bathroom but don’t know where to start? Here are three small projects that will give you your best return on investment.
- Vanities
- Flooring
- Bathtub and Shower
Energy-Saving Bathroom
When home energy efficiency projects are discussed, people generally think about roofing, appliances, and lighting. However, bathroom renovations should never be overlooked as a source of energy savings. It is possible to complete the bathroom renovation of your dreams and create a money saving investment at the same time. Low-flow toilet and showerhead, additional insulation, water temperature gauges, and energy-saving lights are all options to improve the efficiency of your bathroom.
Bathroom Remodeling Professional Consultation
Before you complete your bathroom remodeling plans, it helps to bring in a professional for some consultation. They can help with designing, strategizing, and planning your bathroom project by giving their professional opinion. Are you ready to start your next home renovation project? Contact 3Rivers General Contracting today to begin your bathroom renovation.