Are you thinking of updating your bathroom, but don’t want to deal with all the clutter and turmoil just to make it look better? At Columbus Bath Design, we often do a one-day update to tired bathrooms in Ohio’s Lewis Center to give them a more modern look. But if you’ve been frustrated by more than old tile and a pink porcelain tub, a renovation might help you fall in love with one of the busiest rooms in the house again.
Two sinks for a stress-free morning
How many times have you bumped elbows with your spouse while brushing teeth and applying makeup? Do children fight every morning over who gets in their way? By replacing the sink with a double sink vanity, you are removing the point of stress from your daily ablution. This simple upgrade should not require the addition of an additional drain. Many 2-in-1 vanities connect the drain from both sinks and direct the water down an existing pipe.
A larger vanity also opens up opportunities for additional storage for towels, toilet paper, and toiletries. There was no longer any need to head to the hall treasury for supplies. Your changing vanity will also encourage you to choose a larger or second mirror. Remember to improve your wall lighting to eliminate those pesky shadows that always slow down your morning shave.
Safe and renovated bath or shower
Whether you’re a little older, have young children, or find it difficult to climb into your bathtub for a quick wash, a bathroom makeover can replace that traditional bathtub with a walk-in shower or bathtub. Many people prefer a quick shower anyway. When your muscles ache, and you’re feeling tired at the end of a tough day, the walk-in design eliminates tripping hazards and makes it easier for your guests to enjoy a refreshing wash. We can also add grab bars to match your design and a non-slip floor.
The safest bathroom doesn’t have to look like the bathroom in a hospital or rehab facility.
Soothe sore muscles with a power tub or shower
From high school athletes to career workers to arthritic joints, a jetted bathtub or powerful showerhead with massaging pulsations helps relieve soreness at the end of the day. The best time to install a whirlpool or jetted bathtub is during a complete renovation, as any changes to the plumbing and wiring will be completely hidden when the job is done with fresh paint. Even if you’re not recovering from the weekend, those soothing bubbles make a great addition to a night of self-care.
Eliminate plumbing, electrical and lingering mold problems
Does your sink make you grumpy every day where you have to jiggle the handle to stop the constant drip? Maybe a switch on the wall makes the lights flicker at the top. Do you always itch in the toilet and can’t get rid of the black ring?
A bathroom renovation is the perfect opportunity to banish all those fixtures that aren’t working as they should. But that doesn’t mean you have to bring the room back to the studs. Now is the time for your electrician to add a GFCI-protected outlet by the vanity that can prevent shorts and shocks. Any damage they do to the wall will be repaired promptly with a new tile or paint job.
If you own an older home, these may still be brass connections under the vanity. Changing old copper pipes to PVC makes it easier for you or your plumber to fix any future problems with your pipes or faucets. Also, the cost of replacing the pipes will be lower when the plumber also adds connections for a new walk-in shower.
While ceramic tiles will always remain pristine even after decades of use, grout will lose its water resistance and become a home to mold and mildew. Since you are replacing fixtures, it is likely that you may need to make repairs or replace existing flooring. Finally, you can get rid of unpleasant odors and unsightly stains.
Save water to lower your bills and take care of the earth
Did you know that toilets are often the last item replaced in a bathroom renovation? This is because it is almost impossible to damage one after use and the porcelain will never lose its new luster. However, the old toilet used six gallons of water with each flush. In a family of four, the toilet flushes an average of 25 to 40 times a day, using up to 85,000 gallons a year. Modern water-saving toilets use only 1.6 gallons per flush, reducing your water use to about 22,000 gallons per year. Whether you’re on well or city water, doing so can cut your water bill in half.
Modern shower heads and even faucets also offer water-saving options, reducing the stress your home places on the local water supply.
Contact Columbus Bath Design for a bathroom renovation estimate today
As you can see, remodeling is not just about decorating an old bathroom with a 21st century design. It’s about making it work for your lifestyle. If you’d like to learn more about how a bathroom renovation can improve your family’s quality of life, contact us at Columbus Bath Design for a personal consultation.