How To Remodel A Bathroom
How To Remodel A Bathroom
Let there be no confusion: A bathroom redo is going to cost you time, money, and maybe even a few gray hairs. The price can range from "a few thousand dollars to spruce up an existing bathroom to six figures for a gut renovation of a high-end master bath," says Dan DiClerico of HomeAdvisor. But if you're smart about spending, the investment will likely prove worth it.
The trick is to choose upgrades that jibe with your lifestyle and routines—maybe you need a tub, because you'll literally get into it every day; a wall niche if there's nowhere to store shampoo; two sinks because teeth brushing should not be an elbow war. "We ask lots of questions about daily routine and storage needs, and emphasize function first," explains Britt Zunino of Studio DB. Happiness is the end goal: According to a 2019 remodeling report from the National Association of Realtors, 70 percent of consumers "have a greater desire to be home" after a bathroom renovation, so read on and soak up the secrets.
Ask Questions Before You Start
First things first—before you even start mood-boarding or falling in love with a bathroom design you want to recreate—ask yourself the boring questions. You may not even realize they impact your bathroom needs, but they do! Any designer worth hiring would run these past their clients before getting started. So get your answers ready, talk to your designer, and then start gathering inspo photos.
- What's your daily routine? The layout will depend on it.
- How much can you spend? Better to budget now than be disappointed later.
- How much storage do you need? Easy to add now, harder to add later.
- How many people will be using the room? You'll need to decide: double sinks and mirrors or one.
- What do you not like about your current space? So that it's not replicated in the new one, of course.
Understand the Shower/Tub Basics
ALISON GOOTEE
A freestanding tub—if you have room for one—is great for resale value in a kid-friendly neighborhood. But if your space isn't big enough for both a spacious walk-in shower and a bath (and you don't have small children to bathe), a shower/tub combo is best. "Back in the McMansion era, Jacuzzi-style bathtubs were all the rage, but the pendulum has swung back towards showers, especially in master bathrooms. At the high-end, there might also be a nice soaking tub in there, but the walk-in shower is the top priority," says DiClerico.
So for now let's focus on showers. Though it may seem like a small detail, choosing the right enclosure for your shower or shower/tub combo will make a pretty big difference. These are the main players:
- Curtains: "We prefer these for shower/tub combos," says Zunino, since a soft, flexible curtain makes it easier to bathe children than a glass door. Bonus: It's easy to swap out if your style changes.
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- Glass Doors: These can make a shower feel more spacious. Add some warmth with finishes: "Metal grids, pretty hardware, or a framing detail around the entrance," recommends Heidi Caillier.
- No Doors: The most free-spirited of shower enclosures (or lack thereof) is going doorless. Choose waterproof surfaces (and a central drain) and you won't have to worry about splashing.
And last but not least, you'll want to make sure your shower has the right fixtures. Besides standard faucets and drawer pull and showerheads, there are also gadgets that that can be added to upgrade a bathroom without full-on renovating. These are two we particularly love.
- Thermostatic Shower Valve: It sounds complicated, but basically this is what gives you perfect bathwater temperature. "Installing a thermostatic shower valve, which automatically adjusts the hot and cold water to avoid scalding in the event of pressure changes, will add a few hundred dollars to total plumbing costs," says DiClerico. "But we recommend it!"
- A Good Showerhead: Don't want to renovate? That doesn't mean you have to rule out a fancy handheld showerhead. For something super high end yet still hackable, our pick would be this one from Grohe. It can be installed (and removed, if you move!) without any major plumbing changes.
Know Your Materials
Karyn Millet
- Natural Stone: Easily the most sophisticated and formal, natural stone is a bathroom surface favorite. With the right sealant, any natural stone will do well in a wet environment, so it'll mostly come down to price and aesthetic (get to know different types and what makes them special here).
- Tiles: Subway tiles are a classic go-to, or you can opt for something a little more bespoke and handmade like zellige. And underestimate tiny tiles like penny and hex: More than a century after their creation, these petite rounds are still celebrated for affordability; get them for as little as $5 a square foot and use them all over. Considering their friendly prices and durability in wet environments, they can be a great alternative to pricier bathroom materials like natural stone (and they're just as stylish).
Matthew Williams
- Wallpaper: Yes, you can use wallpaper in a bathroom! The key is making sure it's placed out of splashing range, and install proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup. It's a great way to get a lot of look without committing to a pattern in a whole room.
Keep Storage Top of Mind
- In the Shower: Storage is limited in most bathrooms, so a built-in shower niche is all but mandatory. Slot one between the studs, or buy a precast niche to tile over. Just make sure it's big enough to hold your necessary shower products.
- In the Vanity: You have two options for a vanity: custom, where you'll select materials that thrive in high-moisture environment and get those to a designer-contractor team to execute, or store-bought to spare yourself the headache. But don't rip up the pipes if you don't have to: "If you're on a budget, choose a vanity that will work with your existing plumbing," says DiClerico. Cabinet doors can hide your mess, or you can DIY a curtain and a rod for a cottage-inspired look.
- On your Walls: Floating shelves, a mirror cabinet, towel racks and hooks, and a built-in linen closet will all come in handy—which you choose just depends on your style and how much space you have.
Sarah Elliott
Add the Right Bells and Whistles
Look for trends that suit your lifestyle and also up the value of your home for resale. Find our five favorites below:
- Smart Showers: An increasingly popular luxury. Voice and Wi-Fi controls let you adjust temperature precisely, blast music while showering, and more.
- Nonslip Flooring: This is a no-brainer for the wettest room in the house. A high slip-resistant rating of 0.42 or more makes for safer stepping.
- Drawer Chargers: Outfitting vanity drawers with outlets curbs clutter (loose tangles are not a good look) and simplifies: Just open the drawer to use the hair dryer.
- Body Jets: Huge jet tubs may be a thing of the past, but shower body jets are making a comeback. Keep your height and proportions in mind while mapping out placement.
- Heated Floors: Warming your feet is the fastest way to get toasty (no more post-shower chills!). Bonus: These dry more quickly than unheated floors, making slips and falls less likely.
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