Bathroom budgeting
What are some of the budget-related things to keep in
mind when delving into a bathroom project?
Whether it’s a renovation or a bathroom
in a new home, we always want some-
thing that’s well designed. But how do
you approach a project on a budget? It’s
easier than you think.
The first and most important step for
keeping your outlay down is to minimise
changes to the layout. Nothing will rack
up costs faster than swapping the shower
and vanity or pulling out a bathtub. This is
because reworking the layout often means
getting in a plumber to moving the plumb-
ing around and sometimes even getting in
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an electrician to install or remove power
outlets. However, if the main problem
with your existing bathroom is its poor
layout, be prepared to change it.
With showers, opt for a simple box
design with a wall mounted showerhead.
And choosing flexible showerheads is an
affordable way to up the functionality.
There are also some easy ways to
save when it comes to energy use and
your bathroom lighting. One option is to
replace your existing bulbs with LEDs.
Another is to install a ceiling fan extractor
unit that includes lights and a heater.
So, if you’re ready to delve into your
next bathroom project, there’s no better
place to start than Trends Bathroom – a
dedicated section of our website packed
with ideas, inspiration, articles and inter-
views with designers.
This page: A selection of inspirational bathroom
projects from Trends Bathroom
Find out more at Trends Bathroom:
tinyurl.com/trendsbathroom