Top Bathroom Renovations for Your Money |
Posted: October 26, 2017 |
Real estate agents and home magazines often remind us that kitchens and bathrooms sell a house, and add value to the homes we live in. Although new technologies and evolving design trends have changed these rooms in recent years, this piece of advice remains true. Fortunately, there are many updates you can make to your bathrooms that will create a big impact in return for minimal investment, while adding comfort and value to your home. Little Touches Add Big Value Few simple touches can add value like a fresh coat of paint. Pale neutral colors will brighten a small space and make it feel larger, and offer buyers a blank slate for their own personal touches. For best return on a $50 can of bathroom paint, choose from pale blues or purples, which have been shown to raise a home's value by over $5,000. Whatever color you choose, be sure to select a paint designed to resist moisture and mildew. Beautiful glass interior doors offer another cost-effective option that will instantly make your bathroom feel bigger and brighter. Clean, clear glass leaves the whole room visible without the clutter or visual interruption of a curtain, enlarging the space, and lends a more upscale impression. Alternatively, choose frosted glass to provide privacy while still letting in light. Both choices are easy to clean, minimizing mold and mildew around the shower or bath. Add a Wow Factor If you're remodeling bathrooms to sell your home, it’s essential to stand out from the crowd of other houses on the market. You could swap your old vanity mirror for a statement art piece, for instance. Or, make the most of a view by re-framing the windows. Creative lighting can add both beauty and functionality. Soft lighting along the floor lends a welcome glow for night visits or relaxing baths. Use hidden lighting behind molding or cabinets to highlight unique features. On the practical side, soft lights that surround the vanity mirror will flatter your guests. If new lighting isn’t in your budget, you can still update existing lamp fixtures, replace bulbs with softer daylight styles, or add a dimmer switch. Universal Design Universal design means making rooms accessible and functional for everyone, no matter their age, size, condition, or ability. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, accessibility features are more and more in demand. Fortunately, many elements of universal design are inexpensive and easy to install, but will make a big difference to house guests and homebuyers who need them:
Safety is always the bottom line for all ages, and some small changes can make a big difference as we get older. Keep It Timeless Bathroom fixtures are classic in white. Fortunately, white is such a popular choice that whether the room is rustic, retro, or modern chic, there will be white bathroom fixtures available to suit your look. A key point here is that all elements should fit together in style and scale. Faucets, handles, and other metal fixtures should match each other also, as well as blend with the general style throughout. If your bathroom's showpiece is an antique clawfoot tub, the rest of the bathroom should complement this Victorian style, from taps to towel racks. The finished result should look polished and pulled together. Whatever renovations you choose, for best results, make sure it all shines. Just as in the rest of the house, clutter-free cleanliness is best practice, especially when selling your home. Keep your new bathroom spotless and free of personal clutter, and your upgrades will speak for themselves.
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