5 Signs It’s Time to Remodel Your Bathroom
A bathroom needs to be functional for your daily needs, but it also should be relaxing and comforting at the end of a long day. Remodeling your bathroom is an investment but can significantly impact your life. However, many homeowners tend to put off a bathroom renovation until there’s a big problem that can’t be ignored. Despite the obvious problem of waiting until you are in crisis mode, if you wait to start the project until there’s a big problem, you may find yourself scrambling to get things done quickly and not have the opportunity to plan out a renovation you’ll love. There are some signs that it’s time to consider a bathroom remodel that doesn’t involve waiting until you don’t have a working bathroom.
Your Bathroom is Outdated
Scrolling through a design website or even just visiting someone else’s home can quickly give you bathroom envy if your bathroom isn’t aesthetically pleasing or feels old and outdated. Some styles don’t age well and look dated, even if maintained well. Others have a more classic and clean style but are still starting to show age and wear. If your bathroom has old fixtures and stains, has a style that feels dated, or just feels dingy, no matter how clean and well-maintained you keep it, it’s time to consider a remodel. Living in a room that doesn’t make you happy can impact your comfort and mood. You don’t need to wait until the room becomes completely non-functional to give it a well-deserved facelift. When you update the design to a modern, clean, and fresh style, you will feel the difference every time you are in the room.
You Have Persistent Maintenance Issues
It may seem like something is always annoying in your bathroom space. Do you have missing grout? Peeling paint? A sink that is constantly slow or clogged? Cracked tiles? Persistent – or recurring – leaks? Lingering odors? Mildew or mold? Some of these problems seem like minor annoyances that are easy to tune out over time; others may seem like simple cosmetic problems that can easily be ignored, but the reality is that your bathroom is giving you warning signs that you are headed toward some very costly repairs. Any water issue can cause underlying structural damage. Rather than waiting until you have significant damage, take these minor annoyances and persistent maintenance issues as an indication that your bathroom is ready for an upgrade. During the remodeling process, you can address anything you find under the surface, fix the problems, and make your bathroom a space you want to spend time in, not one you must endure.
Your Bathroom Doesn’t Function Efficiently
Functioning and functioning efficiently are two different things. You may be able to take care of your daily needs in your current bathroom, but that doesn’t mean the space is functioning optimally. Most of the time, an inefficient bathroom comes from three things:
- Small space
- Poor layout
- Old fixtures
While you can’t necessarily add more square footage to your bathroom, many creative solutions can make your current space feel bigger and more open. When you meet with a bathroom remodeling contractor, they can share options to open your space and make it more functional. Sometimes, your layout may have worked for one stage of your life, but as your needs change, you need an adjustment. Empty nesters hoping to age in place should start thinking about the changes they must make before it’s too late. If your bathroom isn’t meeting your needs, it’s time to make a change.
The Lighting is Bad
Bathroom lighting can be tricky. You need good light for getting ready in the mornings, but if the lights are too bright it can be challenging to wind down at night. Natural light is excellent for making the space feel open, but the size of the room may make getting enough natural lighting difficult. When planning your remodeling project, your contractor can help you design lighting that can adjust to meet your needs at every moment of the day, and maximize your natural lighting options.
You Need More Effective Storage
Nothing kills both efficiency and a relaxing atmosphere as much as clutter. Clutter can slow down your morning routine, leave you frustrated, and then kill the relaxing vibe you’re trying to create in the evening to wind down. You may try to pare down what you need, but bathroom products tend to accumulate quickly. The solution to a cluttered bathroom is more effective storage. Upgrading your vanity or adding built-in storage options is the best way to make sure you can accommodate everything you need without all the clutter.
A remodeled bathroom can make it easier to relax in the evening and get ready in the morning, improve your mood, add to your home’s value, save costs on water and maintenance, and give your space the modern and timeless aesthetic you want. If you recognize signs that you are ready for a remodel and are prepared to start planning your dream bathroom, reach out to a bathroom contractor to make your bathroom a space you can enjoy.
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