Redecorating your bathroom can be super exciting, and save for major renovations, it's a great way to dip your toe in the decorating pool without making a major commitment. With careful planning and forethought, you can design a bathroom that is both functional and attractive. With that in mind, here are five handy tips to consider before redecorating your bathroom.
5 Handy Tips For Redecorating Your Bathroom
Set A Budget
Before you even begin the design process, you must set a budget to keep you on financial track. According to Angie's List, a complete bathroom remodel can cost between $10,000 to $15,000. To redecorate, well--that's totally up to your taste, style and the quality of materials you use. For a guide on setting a budget for home renovations and decorating, Check out this downloadable spreadsheet from Life Storage on how to create a budget.
Do Your Research And Get Inspiration Online
Before you do any work in the bathroom, doing your research and getting inspiration is going to be incredibly helpful. Whether it's finding out what features you can install or searching inspiration for bathroom decor, having a good idea about what you want to do is the best place to start. For tips and tricks on finding inspiration before you redecorate, The Makeover Group came up with five ideas for finding home renovation inspiration.
Keep It Simple When It Comes To Design
Although it may be tempting to implement all sorts of designs and styles into your bathroom, the best thing to do when it comes to your bathroom is to keep it simple. As part of your research and inspiration, put together a vision board for your bath that includes paint chips, tile samples, wallpaper samples, images of finishes, fixtures and accessories you'd like and any other details that interest you. You'll soon see that you may need to pare down your style and design into something more simplistic (and budget-friendly).
Ask A Professional For Help
If you are concerned about what you may or may not be able to do in the space that you have and if your budget allows, asking a professional for their help is a great option. They'll be able to advise you with the best possible solutions for your bathroom re-do. If you can't afford a professional designer, you may still be able to get some advice gratis through home renovation stores like Home Depot or Lowe's. While they may not provide you with in-depth interior design solutions for free, they can certainly suggest styles, designs, colors and brands that will work for your space.
Although it may be tempting to implement all sorts of designs and styles into your bathroom, the best thing to do when it comes to your bathroom is to keep it simple. As part of your research and inspiration, put together a vision board for your bath that includes paint chips, tile samples, wallpaper samples, images of finishes, fixtures and accessories you'd like and any other details that interest you. You'll soon see that you may need to pare down your style and design into something more simplistic (and budget-friendly).
Ask A Professional For Help
If you are concerned about what you may or may not be able to do in the space that you have and if your budget allows, asking a professional for their help is a great option. They'll be able to advise you with the best possible solutions for your bathroom re-do. If you can't afford a professional designer, you may still be able to get some advice gratis through home renovation stores like Home Depot or Lowe's. While they may not provide you with in-depth interior design solutions for free, they can certainly suggest styles, designs, colors and brands that will work for your space.
Consider Safety And Accessibility
If you are older or disabled, or if you have older or disabled loved ones that reside in your home, you'll need to take their needs into consideration. You don't have to go crazy with accessories; just get the essentials covered. For bathroom safety concerns, a grab bar in the shower and a horizontal grab bar next to the toilet, for example. Perhaps you'll need to upgrade to a walk-in shower, or maybe just a simple bath bench will do. Whatever the case, be sure to add all of these items to your budget.
If you are older or disabled, or if you have older or disabled loved ones that reside in your home, you'll need to take their needs into consideration. You don't have to go crazy with accessories; just get the essentials covered. For bathroom safety concerns, a grab bar in the shower and a horizontal grab bar next to the toilet, for example. Perhaps you'll need to upgrade to a walk-in shower, or maybe just a simple bath bench will do. Whatever the case, be sure to add all of these items to your budget.
Now that you know what you should do, how about what you shouldn't do? We love this infographic and it's short (but sweet) list of common bathroom design mistakes.
Infographic courtesy of Big Bathroom Shop
Are you planning to redecorate your bathroom soon? Let us know where you draw your inspiration from and what your plans are in the comments below.
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