Everything You Need To Know When Renovating Your Bathroom

If you just got the keys to your Build-To-Order (BTO) or resale flats, congratulations! You are about to embark on one of the most exciting journeys – renovation. While every room that you renovate has to be carefully thought through, the bathroom is an area that requires more attention. Whether you have to completely renovate the bathroom or do some minor renovations by yourself, there are many things that you should know about the renovation cost. 

Hacking a bathroom and building it from scratch will require also manpower and financial support, but other considerations should also be thought of. The beauty of renovations is that you do not have to do a complete overhaul each time. Small fixes are still doable with minor renovations. Here is some information you will need to consider prior to your renovation to ensure the best for your dream bathroom, and we will add some bonus tips for you too. 

Estimated Budget

The average expenditure for a total overhaul will range from $4,000 to $7,000. The hacking of a bathroom starts from $1,200, with plumbing at the same price range. Tiling will take up most of the budget with starting costs at $3,000. The cost of shower screens and vanities will depend on their respective sizes but will roughly cost from $850. These do not take into account the materials and finishes you wish to have for the bathroom. The design, size, and quality of materials will affect the total cost of your bathroom renovation. Other things that will affect your budget would be the fixtures and other accessories. For instance, smart showers will definitely come with a higher price tag compared to regular ones. Heated and non-slip floors will also cause damage to the bill.

Renovation Basics and Essentials

If a resale condo or HDB flat is purchased, it is best to redo the whole bathroom due to hygiene reasons. Older bathrooms tend to have concealed water pipes which will need to be redone to ensure lesser chances of leakages. If you have purchased a BTO flat, a newly opened condominium, or your own landed property, these costs may not apply to you. However, please check the pipework regardless. After the piping is done, waterproofing the floors will be the next essential step. These steps would best be done with a professional, as they can provide expert advice to avoid unforeseen costs in the future. Booking an appointment with your trusted contractor or designer during the planning phase is highly recommended.

Another essential thing to take note of when renovating the bathroom would be the ventilation. Ensure that there is a window for proper ventilation as the space is going to be very stuffy after hot showers. Frosted glass windows or Venetian blinds are good options should you feel uncomfortable with a window in the bathroom. You should invest in windows that are good quality as the high moisture levels could mean extra cost in the future. Needless to say, the bathroom layout has to be planned well for maximised space utilisation. Design and functionality do not need to be compromised just because of the space. 

With proper planning, even the smallest of rooms will be able to fit all the essential features with an ergonomic design. The proper lighting should also be installed to ensure that moisture-resistant lights are put in places that need it more, such as the sink and vanity. 

Renovation Package Instructions

When consulting a professional on the renovation cost, there will definitely be a long list to renovate in the bathroom. Of course, this will depend on the condition of the existing infrastructure. If you are on a tight budget, focus on the few factors that you need to renovate. The basics will include hacking, plumbing, tiling, and waterproofing.

The installation of shower screens and a new bath fixture will also be needed. Do let the consultants know what your intentions are so that they can assist you to the best of their abilities. Think about what you are looking for in a bathroom and how you envision it to be. Are you just looking for a basic functional space or do you want an aesthetically pleasing one? Consider child and elderly-friendly designs if you plan to have relatives come to live with you as well as its frequency of use.

When you know what you really need for your bathroom, you will feel better prepared to part with your hard-earned money. Take your time to decide what materials you want to use for the bathroom, as you would not want to maintain the area so often, do you? Quartz and tiles are non-porous and relatively easy to clean, making them a good choice for surface materials. Try to avoid using wall tiles with grout lines as they may be a hassle to clean. However, they are good options for the flooring as they help with better grip. Do consider how much storage you will need before you choose your vanities. If you are struggling to decide, opt for simple wall shelves or other storage alternatives to meet your needs.

Renovation Tips

Moving on to the renovation tips, here are three things you can try to give your bathroom a different vibe. Should you have a compact bathroom, you can always consider extending it outwards if the space permits. You can hack down a wall to make a little more space, and you can even get the space looking like a hotel bathroom with a vanity table outside. To ensure that there is a divider to separate the vanity and bathroom though. 

Another tip for you is to try sliding doors instead of conventional swinging doors. Such doors will add a unique touch to your bathroom without compromising on the space. You can even get a sliding door with a full-length mirror attached to it. Add on some fancy Hollywood lights and you are a celebrity waiting to be seen. These door types are perfect for rooms that have limited spaces as you do not have to clear the space for the door to open and close.

The last tip we have for you is to build a niche storage area in your bathroom. Compact spaces like bathrooms are the perfect space to exercise your creativity, as you must ensure all bathroom essentials can be kept in the small space. With that said, you should make use of the vertical space of your bathroom to maximise storage. Niche storage is easy to achieve and can be tried for added functionality. 

Let Renodots Help 

Bathrooms are small but mighty spaces.  Despite the few square feet they occupy in relation to the rest of an apartment, they are a necessary and vital point in tying down the look and feel of a home. We hope this list will come in handy as you consider how to remodel and fashion your ideal living space.

But if the tips above feel daunting to you, consider working with a professional. Building your dream bathroom can be a breeze with Renodots, a one-stop Singapore renovation portal, you’ll discover the best interior design package that meets your needs. From interior designers, handymen, painting plumbing electrical wiring to flooring services, we’ve got you covered. Request a free renovation quotation through us to build your dream home and ideal bathroom today.

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