Master Bathroom Re-Designing Basics You Shouldn't Forget


 

Redesigning your bathroom can be a fun and exciting project. When you redo your bathroom, you'll have a room that you can appreciate every morning when you wake up and every night before you go to bed. It's also a great way to add value to your home. If you're interested in redoing your bathroom, you're probably looking for ways to add the maximum amount of function and style, and that means planning the layout, looking at tiles, and choosing your fixtures. If you're a little overwhelmed, you're not alone. Planning a bathroom remodel is a lot of work, but you can make it happen if you put in the time to make the best choices.

Planning Plumbing

If you're planning on completely redesigning your bathroom, you'll need to know where your plumbing connects in the bathroom. Plumbing can be arranged in a couple of different ways. You could have all of the plumbing on one wall, two walls, or three walls. If you want the layout of your bathroom to change, you might need to change the plumbing, too. If this is the case, you'll need to hire a plumber to make sure that all of the pipes are lined up in the right parts of the walls. You'll also want to draw a layout to ensure that all of the fixtures fit where you intend to put them.

Fixtures

When you're doing a complete remodel, there are a few key fixtures that will be in every bathroom. You'll need to pick out a toilet, sink, and shower or tub. Additionally, some master bathrooms have both a tub and a separate walk-in shower. When you choose a toilet, there are actually many more toilet options than you might be aware of. Water conservation is a popular concern when buying a toilet, but you can also choose one with a bidet or one that is mounted on the wall. There are also many options for sinks and vanities. When you're buying a vanity, consider the decor that you are trying to match. Also, consider the height and other dimensions so that you choose one that fits the space that you have. You can also consider storage space. You'll likely want a place to hide essentials like cotton balls, face wash, some folliculitis cream, hydrocortisone cream, and other necessities. Finally, you'll need to choose if you want a shower, tub, or both. Combination shower/tubs are popular for their versatility, but if you want to have a more luxe option, you can also choose a walk-in shower and a separate whirlpool tub.

Lighting

When you're choosing lighting options, you'll likely want a fan, as well. Typically, most bathrooms will have some sort of overhead light in the middle of the room. This is also where the fan is located. You'll also need some kind of lighting over the vanity. There are numerous options for over the vanity, and for larger bathrooms, you can even add wall sconces or a chandelier.

Flooring

One of the most popular types of flooring for a bathroom is tile because it's beautiful but also very easy to clean and can handle the water that falls on the floor. Other options include engineered wood, laminate, and natural stone. Engineered wood has become increasingly popular because of the popularity of wood in other parts of the house. Having engineered wood in your bathroom can help you add cohesiveness throughout the house.

Tile Surrounds

Many people like to add tile to the walls around the tub or shower both for functionality and style. There's an endless assortment of tiles that are available today, so all you have to do is look around until you find something that meets your taste and budget.

Redesigning your master bathroom can be a lot of work, but it's possible when you lay out your space and imagine the colors and textures together.

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