For many people, their bathroom is their sanctuary. If you have a family, the tub is one of the only places in the house where you can relax all on your own; and after you’ve been at work, you get to rinse away the day in the shower to reset for the next one. Given so, it’s an important room to invest in.
In this short article, you’ll learn the remodeling process in five simple steps.
Step 1: The Planning and Budgeting Stage
The initial stages of planning for a new bathroom are planning and budgeting. Start with your budget: how much can you realistically afford to invest in the new space? Your fixtures will undoubtedly be the most expensive and most important aspects of the room, so it’s a good idea to begin there.
Rather than trying to piece together fixture prices on your own, it’s beneficial to get a bathroom remodeling quote from professional fitters who handle the entire process, as you’ll likely get a better deal that way.
Step 2: Demolition and Preparation
Once you’ve settled on the ideal suit, it’s time to do the messy work and remove the old one. Your bathroom fitters may handle this themselves, or you can do some of the work yourself to save some money (just don’t try and tackle anything that’s beyond your capabilities, such as plumbing and electrical elements).
Having reduced the room to a blank canvas, you may find that some small remedial jobs need doing before anything is fitted, such as patching up holes and replacing old piping, so have the relevant tradespeople look over things before you go ahead with the installation.
Step 3: Plumbing and Electrical Work
Beyond the little jobs, your plumbing and electrics may need to be altered significantly before your new floor, radiators, and fixtures are fitted – especially if you’re changing the positioning of these features from the last layout. You may also need your electricians to install new outlets or light fittings before any further work is undertaken.
Step 4: Flooring, Walls, and Installing the Fixtures
Bathroom flooring is typically installed in layers: a plywood base is laid first to create a smooth, level surface on which to place tiles or waterproof laminate boards. You may also need to have your walls replastered, which might involve putting up new drywall; if the walls are sound, you might only require a reskim.
Depending on the type of fixtures you’re having, they’ll either be installed before or after your flooring’s gone in and the walls have been re-rendered and painted or wallpapered.
Step 5: Finishing Touches
Once everything’s been installed, it’s time to add some finishing touches. Plants for the windowsill are a good place to start to soften the decor, and now’s the time to install features like a new mirror and a couple of pictures.
Wrapping Up
Hopefully, this quick rundown of the remodeling process has given you a roundabout idea of what to expect. There’s a fair amount involved, but with an efficient team executing the plan, you’ll get there in no time. Enjoy!
