How to plan a bathroom remodel
Bathrooms are small rooms with a lot going on behind the walls. Here is how to plan one so the result is both beautiful and built to last.
What you'll learn
- How to decide between a tub and a walk-in shower
- Why waterproofing and ventilation matter
- Where a bathroom budget usually lands
Step by step
- Decide tub vs showerThink about resale and how you actually bathe. A walk-in shower is popular, but keeping one tub in the home is smart for resale.
- Get the waterproofing rightBehind the tile, a proper waterproofing system is what keeps a bathroom from failing. This is not the place to cut corners.
- Plan ventilationA good exhaust fan protects your new finishes from moisture and mold. Size it to the room.
- Set the budgetMost San Diego bathroom remodels run $20,000 to $55,000 depending on size and finishes. Plan the range before you shop.
Most bathroom failures trace back to bad waterproofing, not bad tile. Ask your contractor exactly what system they use behind the walls.
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