Cost of a Small Bathroom Remodel
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Little touches and thought-out layouts can go a long way so that you and your guests can enjoy a pleasant, attractive bathroom. Whether you live in Chicago, where housing prices are dropping, or in Los Angeles, where prices are fairly stable, you may consider renovating parts of your home. If the market is bad in your location and chances are you won't be selling your home any time soon, you can renovate for your own benefit. If the market is doing well your region, you can renovate in order to increase the value of your home. Either way, the look of even a small bathroom can make a big difference.
A bathroom which contains a small shower, toilet and sink, averages around 6x6 feet. In such a small space, crowding is your biggest enemy. Both for building codes as well as for convenience, it's important to plan out ways to make your bathroom comfortable for people of all sizes.
Depending on how extensive your remodel, what changes you make to the plumbing and wiring, and what kind of fixtures you install, your bathroom remodel can cost anywhere from $10,000–$20,000.
Whom Should You Hire?
When searching for the right remodeling contractor, there are many options to chose from. There are one-man businesses that hire freelancer contractors and there are big firms who employ full-time professionals. Because of plumbing and heating elements, bathroom remodeling is a specific area of expertise. The most important thing is to find someone who has experience with projects similar to yours. If your remodel is more complex than he is used to, find someone else.
Tips for a Small Bathroom
When is comes to small bathroom remodels, every inch counts. One way to expand the feel of the room is to put up mirrors in strategic locations, giving the impression of more space. Both the reflection of light as well as the perception of depth give the room an illusion of being more spacious.
Another idea is to hang things rather than have them standing on the floor. Wall-hung sink basins and toilets leave extra space near the floor which can be utilized for storage or left unoccupied for maneuverability.
Lastly, if you're thinking of including a shower but worried it might make things too crowded, opt for an angled shower which fits neatly into a corner of the room. Some even have hinged doors which allow the shower to be easily folded up when not in use.
If your budget isn't big enough for a total bathroom revamping, consider making small cosmetic changes and leaving the walls and major fixtures where they are. For example, you can hire a painter to give a new look to the bathroom, or buy new sinks, reline your tub, or a host of other small but striking changes.
Bathrooms are the most renovated rooms after kitchens. Designing a small bathroom with as much space and appeal as possible will make a big difference. Be sure to contact a local experienced professional.
