You dry off your hands and notice the rusty old towel bar hanging halfway out of the wall. To your right, one of the glass shower doors is chipped and the base of the stall has mysterious stains that absolutely no cleaner will remove. Between the cracked grout in the tiles and the moldy caulk surrounding a corroded faucet, you’re just about ready to shut the bathroom door for good and use your guest bath until further notice.
Does this sound like you?
Ok, so maybe your bathroom isn’t that bad. But if you’ve read this far, chances are pretty good that it’s time to remodel. Of course, bathroom remodeling can cost you a pretty penny, so we’ve listed a few tips for helping you decide when to splurge and when to save on your bathroom remodel.
Vanities: Splurge
The vanity, hands down, is THE focal point of your bathroom, so you definitely don’t want to skimp here. Pick out a vanity first, and model the rest of your bathroom design around it. Sacrificing quality in favor of saving a few bucks on a vanity can actually end up costing you more in the end, especially when you factor in the cost of replacing countertops or cabinet doors from water damage.
When shopping for a vanity, shoot for countertops made with granite, stainless steel, or marble, as they’re durable, stylish, and easy to maintain. With cabinets, be sure that they’re made with a heavy-duty plywood or solid wood, such as birch plywood and maple.
While a vanity is a worthwhile investment, it’s important to shop around at first to ensure that you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck. Here at TheRTAStore.com we offer a wide range of bathroom cabinets and vanities at a fraction of the cost of retail, using only the finest solid woods and high-grade plywood to combine first-rate quality and unbeatable savings.
Not sure if you want to go modern or traditional in your bathroom design? No problem. Our friendly and knowledgeable team of designers will work with you every step of the way to help you create the bathroom of your dreams. Featuring vessel sinks, chrome-finished hardware, and double-vanity sets, TheRTAStore.com has all of the latest and greatest styles, guaranteed to give any bathroom some serious pop.
Floor: Save
No matter how you slice it, re-tiling is downright expensive, and unless you have the nightmare bathroom mentioned above, it’s often unnecessary. Laminate can be a durable, inexpensive, and gorgeous alternative to hardwood and ceramic tiles, especially with options such as oak, stone, or slate. If you go the laminate route, be sure to use rugs and mats to prevent water damage.
Faucets and Fixtures: Splurge
High quality is a must for faucets. Peeling finishes and low flow are among the worst characteristics of a low-grade faucet or fixture, so it’s best to spend a little extra on a faucet that is made to take the wear-and-tear of everyday use. Faucets made with solid brass or die-cast zinc are among the most durable metals for bathroom faucets and showerheads.
Sinks: Save
Even quality vessel sinks are affordable these days, and anything more than $200 isn’t always necessary. Besides, guests will be looking at the bathroom and style of sink, not the material it’s made with.
Lighting: Splurge
The wrong lighting fixture can make special details of your remodel efforts go unnoticed, so you’ll want to explore all avenues for lighting up the room. Sconces and vanity lighting, combined with recessed lighting can give you a range of options, especially if you like to unwind in the tub after a long day.
Mirror: Save
If your new vanity doesn’t come with a mirror, then be sure to pinch your pennies when looking for a mirror. Of all aspects of your bathroom remodel, the mirror is the last place you should splurge. A mirror doesn’t have to be anything fancy, and you can even find a great mirror at your local consignment store. And if you’re concerned about losing the medicine cabinet, trust, us- you won’t miss it after you find a space-saving vanity.
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