Remodeling a bathroom enables you to modernize and improve the functionality of your Kansas City home. However, there are lots of things to think of before you embark on this project. Given the complexities of plumbing and smart design in small spaces, a bathroom remodel is a good project to enlist the help of trusted professionals.

How Do You Use Your Current Bathroom?

Bathroom design is very personal and should match your needs and requirements. For example, are you a family with small children? Are you someone who never takes a bath, electing for a shower always? Are you older or do you have health concerns that would require your bathroom to be more accessible?

Think about how you are going to use your bathroom. Design isn’t one size fits all.

Keep It Neutral

When picking out fixtures, finishes, and decor items, you’ll probably want to stay neutral with colors and materials. Bold colors for your toilet, tub, or tile will get dated quickly.

Pick Quality Lighting   

Lighting is especially important in the bathroom. For a master ensuite, you’ll probably want lighting that dims for you to luxuriate in the bath. You may even want task-oriented lighting for makeup application or shaving. Recessed lighting is popular in bathrooms, but if you’re feeling fancy, go for more opulent light fixtures.

Smart Storage

Storage is at a premium in a bathroom. Intelligent design can help you to increase your storage options. Make use of medicine cabinets, vanities with storage, built-in shelving units, or cupboards to hold towels right there in the bathroom.

Consider Eco-Friendly Fixtures

While you are remodeling your bathroom, why not upgrade your fixtures to eco-friendly ones? Of all the rooms in your home, people waste the most water in the bathroom, which is bad for the environment and for household bills.

Eco-friendly fixtures, like dual-flush toilets, low-flow showerheads, and motion-activated faucets are sleek and use a fraction of the water that regular fixtures do.

Proper Ventilation

Proper ventilation is essential in your bathroom due to the level of moisture from baths and showers. Maintaining air flow will prevent mold growth and improve your air quality. Pick a quiet fan that promotes good air flow.

Installing the Plumbing

It’s ideal if you can arrange your plumbing and plumbing fixtures so that they aren’t located on exterior walls. That reduces their vulnerability to temperature fluctuation and damage. If the plumbing does end up on the exterior walls, make sure that pipes are properly insulated.

Tips for Adding a Half Bath

Adding a half bath to your house can really increase its value. Make sure you’ve got adequate space though. In general, you’ll need a space that’s 4 to 6 feet wide by 6 to 8 feet long for a toilet, vanity, and door clearance.

Don’t forget to establish a budget for your project before you begin. It will ensure your project remains affordable and on track.