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How to make your bathroom more spacious with ideas to make the most out of small spaces in your bathroom. Remodeling with storage and planning in mind

Small bathroom remodeling tips


 
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Bathroom tile ideas from trendy modern metal tiles to more traditional designs and materials.

Bathroom tile ideas


 
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Bathroom designs pictures gallery for new bathroom design tips. See what contractors are building in bathrooms and what types of bathroom ideas are available for your next renovation project. Examples of vanities, flooring, fixtures, showers and tubs.

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Decorating ideas to help you turn your bathroom into a showpiece for your home. Decorate your bathroom with wall hangings, fixtures and lighting for a combination that can turn any bathroom into a relaxing and inviting room to enjoy.

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Bathroom ideas for renovating and choosing styles. Set a budget for your remodeling project and begin the fun process of choosing which features to bring into your bathroom for a new design with a full blown renovation or just spiffing up some things like fixtures and lighting.

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Designs for the bathroom to freshen up this common space. Choosing flooring and paint that compliment each other and turn your bathroom into an elegantly simple design that leaves a lasting impression.

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Design tips for evaluating space, incorporating luxury features at low costs and dealing with a budget.
Unexpected events can creep into a bathroom renovation, but with realistic planning and a knowledge of your budget can help keep the project under control when you prepare and plan for this popular remodeling job in the home.


 
  spaceBathroom design on a budget  
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If your bathroom is in need of a renovation but you are feeling the pinch in the wallet, some ideas for renovating on a budget will help you revitalize your bathroom while leaving enough left over so that you do not break the bank.  Features that can be easily upgraded or repaired range from new paint and tile floors to a shower door replacement or electrical upgrades.  When you are working with a smaller budget, it is better to focus on one or two features rather than trying to change the entire bathroom.  Choosing which one or two features to upgrade will depend on your lifestyle and what gives you the most satisfaction while you are in your bathroom, but focusing on just these one or two things will make for a significant impact that you will enjoy. 

 
  spaceIncrease space of a small bathroom  
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Increasing the size of your small bathroom without tearing down and expanding walls for a major renovation can be a daunting task, but here are some tips to increase space and make your small bathroom feel more luxurious and comfortable.

  • Adding mirrors to make a small room seem bigger
  • Installing a skylight for an expansive feel
  • Removing the shower door to open up lines of sight
  • Cabinets: maximizing storage space

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Upgrading your bathtub faucets is a fairly simple process that many homeowners overlook.  Designs for replacing your bathtub faucet are virtually unlimited with new faucets coming on to the market regularly; you will have a vast array of styles to choose from.  Upgrading faucets for water use, style reasons or to fix a plumbing problem are the common reasons for replacement.

 
  spaceCabinets and Storage - A more efficient bathroom  
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Installing cabinets is an easy way to improve the look of your bathroom while providing a functional feature that increases the storage space.  There are many bathroom designs with stock cabinets to choose from, or you can have custom built cabinets installed if you have some special features in mind.

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Renovating the bathroom often starts with the shower.  A bathroom renovation can make one of the biggest impacts on keeping your home up to date and attractive.  Along with a kitchen renovation, remodeling your bathroom has a dramatic impact on your home, especially if you are about to put your home on the real estate market.  If you are looking for starting points, the shower can have a lasting effect.


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  spaceRemodel your bathroom to Increase your real estate value  
 


The bathroom is an important part of a home and when your house is ready to hit the real estate market you don’t want to take a hit on your sellingbathroom remodeling price because you missed the boat and have the 1960’s bathroom that “works” for your lifestyle. It could be time to remodel your bathroom for a boost in real estate value.
Real Estate professionals say that a home without a bathtub will usually sell for $10 000 less than a home of equal value with a bathtub. Maybe a shower has always worked for your lifestyle and sacrificing some space in your bathroom hasn't’t been worth installing a bathtub. Now it’s time to sell and when your home is hitting the market you should consider the costs of adding a bathtub so you don’t lose a potential $10 000 on the sale of your home.

Remodeling your bathroom

 
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The Bathroom in your home has to be one of the most popular rooms in the house, and it can be a very expensive room to renovate. What kind of shape your current bathroom is in along with the budget you have allowed will depend on what you can and cannot do. Assuming your bathroom is due for a total renovation, the first thing to do is take a measurement of the length and width for the total square feet.
After you have your measurements, it is best to draw a quick blueprint on a piece of paper to bring with you to the hardware and plumbing stores you visit though your planning; you will be looking at a tub you may like but you need to know if you can even place this tub in your current space. Having this piece of paper with your measurements will save you money and time with return trips to double check.

Planning a bathroom renovation

 
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Have a look at some of the things that contractors encounter when renovating your bathroom:
  • Bathroom fixtures and plumbing
  • Flooring and walls in your bathroom
  • Bathroom ventilation and moisture
Read the full article for tips on your bathroom renovation

 







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