What if insufficient planning led to you spending hundreds of thousands?
Remodeling your shower can vary from $12,000 to $22,000. If you plan it properly, your bathroom remodel is less expensive. If you’re unaware, however, you could spend over $10,000 and surpass your budget!
Are you looking to cut down on time and expense and make your shower appear more beautiful than ever? Continue reading to discover the most important aspects you must consider!
There are likely to be some grand plans for your shower remodeling. However, it’s important to pay attention to the small aspects, like the position and the height of the shower head!
It’s because the function is as important as the form. What’s the point of having an attractive bathroom that looks nice if you make the shower more difficult?
In this situation we’d suggest putting the shower head to the opposite side of the shower controls. This will allow you to switch on the water and let it warm without soaking.
You’ve probably been thinking about a new shower for years. Once you start, you’ll see the cost and how long it could be. That’s the reason why many people only renovate their bathrooms once.
With this in mind, consider the type of bathroom and shower you might want to have when you get older. For instance, you could include grab bars that make getting between the showers more convenient. Numerous features are accessible and a variety of grab bars. These days, most grab bars are more stylish in design and color.
The grab bars can be incorporated into the overall design of your modern shower. If you grow older and require the bar, you’ll happily include them in your remodeling.
When you renovate the shower, you’ll have the opportunity to take it further than simply making the changes you’ve made before. This is the opportunity to alter the appearance of your shower drastically.
One of the best methods is to choose a unidirectional design. In the shower curb, the “curb” is the bottom of the shower’s entrance, which one must cross to enter. When you renovate your shower, it is possible to lower the floor (which makes it easier to drain) and remove the curb completely.
Many homeowners love the look of a curbless shower as it makes the shower look sleek and modern. As you age, it’s easy to walk around or put a wheelchair in the shower with no curb.
Shower remodel options sometimes involve small decisions like going curbless. It is also worth considering smaller options, like adding a niche or shaving shelves.
A customized niche can be a good addition to make your shower suit your preferences. A niche is where you store shampoo, soap, conditioner, shampoo, and other bathroom necessities. A lot of homeowners believe that these amenities can create a messy shower.
If you agree with this idea, you can create an extra niche in the shower, which can only be visible from the inside.
If you’re thinking about the inside of your shower, it’s worth installing a shaving rack. If you’re not adding benches to your remodel of your shower, it could be the only spot you, your spouse, or your guests could put their legs to help them shave more easily.
The tiling in your bathroom is your most noticeable component. If you’re looking to transform the look of your shower, it is necessary to incorporate new tiles into your bathroom remodel plans.
The individual’s preference determines the tile color. If you plan to sell your home for income, stick with neutral colors for tiles. People who do not intend to sell can choose whatever patterns and colors fit their personality.
In terms of aesthetics as well as safety it is recommended to use mosaic tiles. The smaller tiles let you make more intricate designs, and the texture prevents slips. Employing cobblestone to make your bathroom remodeling appear exotic is also possible.
Clear shower enclosures are the latest trend in remodeling options for showers. Many prefer this style because it’s both simple and attractive. Naturally, this means that people’s eyes will be drawn towards the door knobs.
Deciding on the most important thing about the handles is essential when planning your renovation. Would you like the style to complement the faucets and fixtures or stand out?
A coordinated look gives you an aesthetically pleasing and uniform appearance for your renovation. While a contrast look gives a modern look because of the mixing of metals. Much like the rest of the remodeling choices, your choice depends on your taste.
A variety of options are available regarding the location of the shower drain. You can choose between the standard drain or an elongated drain.
You will see a typical drain in showers with an inclined floor. This is the type of drain that you might have. If you’d like your remodeling to be the standard drain, you’ll require smaller shower tiles to create the slope.
Linear drains are long in style and rely on siphons. If you install a linear drain, it is not necessary to be concerned about a sloped floor, and you can also make use of larger tiles if you opt for it.
Whatever drain you pick, you should consider whether you would like the drain matched to the appearance or “camouflaged” by tiles. It’s all down to whether you’d like your drain to stand out or blend in.
Now you know what aspects to consider before getting a bathroom remodel. Do you know who will turn those plans into reality?
At GI Construction, we specialize in transforming showers and bathrooms. To see how we can make your home look better than new, all you have to do is contact us today!
