Updating your bathroom is a fun renovation that changes the way your space looks. That said, many homeowners succumb to some common pitfalls that may make the project more stressful and expensive than it needs to be. Here are 15 mistakes you should avoid to make sure that your bathroom renovation goes right the first time.

1. Skipping Proper Planning

The greatest one being that they embark into it without a well-laid out plan. Without a clear vision and budget, costs can spiral out of control, and the renovation might take longer than expected. Always plan ahead!

2. Failing to Establish a Budget

Underestimating the cost of a bathroom remodel can cause issues down the road. Make sure you account for unexpected expenses by setting a realistic budget that includes materials, labor, and a contingency for surprises.

3. Choosing Cheap Materials

Although it can be tempting to save money using lower quality materials, doing so is likely to cost you more in the end. If you get a low-quality fixture of tile chances are it will wear out a lot sooner, costing you even more on repairs and replacements in the future.

4. Not Paying Attention To Ventilation

As bathrooms tend to be moist places, ensuring proper air flow is important. If not, you also risk mold and mildew an other damage. Install an exhaust fan with a smart plug in your bathroom to keep moisture levels under control.

5. Overlooking Storage Needs

It is easy to get carried away with those new bathroom aesthetics, but do not forget storage! Be sure to add the right number of cabinets (if any), shelves, or vanities for toiletries, towels and cleaning products.

6. Ignoring the Layout

Looks are not the only quality to think about as we need things that perform. A badly planned bathroom design can result in awkward spaces, as well as places where it should be convenient to place important elements such as the toilet, sink or shower.

7. DIYing Complex Jobs

Not all the renovation jobs fun and rewarding either, some can be strait up dangerous so much that hiring a professional is vital to your safety. Hiring professionals such as Pluum Construction to handle those important jobs is always a good thing.

8. Going Overboard with Trends

Fun with trendy designs is great and all, just remember not to get too crazy. Some trends age out more quickly than others, lowering that new renovation value. Strive for a design that will age gracefully.

9. Poor Lighting Choices

Lighting But lighting, on the other hand probably gets one of or the least amount attention paid to it but when you think about what is done in a bathrooms having adequate light certainly is key. Layer in the lighting with overhead fixtures, task lighting and ambient options so you have light from all sources to make for a well lit and inviting room.

10. Picking Fixtures that are too Small

Consider the scale of your fixtures to how much space you have in your bathroom. A very large vanity, toilet, or bathtub can overwhelm the room while undersized fixtures might not suit your family.

11. Not Waterproofing Correctly

Poor waterproofing can result in extensive problems, including water damage and mold development. Make sure that the parts in contact with water, i.e. shower and floor are sealed properly.

12. Overlooking Small Details

Small details such as towel bars, hooks and soap dishes might seem uninteresting to think about early on. Whether for function or aesthetic, it is important to include these small touches into your design.

13. Not Upgrading Plumbing

Well, good news my friends: if you have old or terrible plumbing. it might FINALLY be time to replace that stuff during a bathroom renovation!! Neglecting this can cause leaks as well and make it costlier to be fixed in the future.

14. Water Efficiency not being taken into Account

Look for water-efficient fixtures (think low-flow toilets, showerheads, and faucets) that will reduce your utility bills while being environmentally-friendly.

15. Skipping the Final Inspection

Don’t ruin all of your hard work with no inspection! Making sure everything is installed properly and up to code will save you from headaches (as in migraine) later down the line.

Final Thoughts

Bathroom renovations are tricky business, but following these tips will help ensure it all goes like clockwork. Pluum Construction is the premier bathroom renovation in Portland. we have years of experience, expert advice and meticulous attention to detail to turn your dream into a reality.

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